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Explore Flores

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Ende, Indonesia → Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

Country: Indonesia
Start: Ende, Indonesia
End: Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
Date: Flexible
Duration: 8 days
Theme: Culture, Discovery, Wildlife
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport: Private vehicle, flight, boat, trekking, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Watch sunrise over the tri-coloured lakes of Kelimutu.
Trek Wawo Muda volcano and crater landscape.
Visit the Ngada villages of Bena and Luba.
Relax in the Soa Hot Springs.
Drive through Flores’ mountain roads, forests, and rice terraces.
Explore the Cancar Spider Web Rice Fields.
Cruise through Komodo National Park.
Snorkel at Manjarite and Pink Beach.
Hike to the viewpoint on Padar Island.
Search for Komodo dragons with local park rangers.
Watch flying foxes emerge from Kalong Island at sunset.
Stay overnight onboard a boat in Komodo waters.

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Inclusions

All airport, harbour, and land transfers
Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
Daily breakfasts
Lunches and dinners during the boat excursion in Komodo National Park
Boat charter and onboard accommodation during island-hopping activities
Guided sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
Entrance fees and activities specifically listed in the itinerary
Snorkelling equipment provided during the boat trip

Exclusions

International and domestic flights
Travel insurance
Visa fees where applicable
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Personal expenses including laundry, beverages, gratuities, and souvenirs
Additional porterage or equipment hire not specified
Any items not specifically listed under inclusions or mentioned in the itinerary

Will This Trip Suit You?

Enjoy nature, volcanoes, and marine environments.
Want a combination of cultural touring and island exploration.
Comfortable with moderate hiking and uneven terrain.
Enjoy snorkelling, wildlife, and boat-based travel.
Want to experience Komodo National Park beyond a day trip.
Appreciate remote landscapes and smaller local communities.
Prefer luxury cruising or high-end onboard facilities.
Dislike long overland drives on winding mountain roads.
Have limited mobility or difficulty with trekking.
Uncomfortable sleeping onboard simple boats.
Prefer urban sightseeing, shopping, or nightlife-focused travel.
Prone to seasickness during island crossings.

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Explore Flores

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Ende – Moni

Day 2: Moni – Kelimutu – Bajawa

Day 3: Bajawa – Bena – Luba – Soa

Day 4: Bajawa – Ruteng

Day 5: Ruteng – Labuan Bajo

Day 6: Labuan Bajo – Kanawa Island – Kelor Island – Manjarite – Kalong Island

Day 7: Padar Island – Pink Beach – Komodo Island – Labuan Bajo

Day 8: Departure

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