Only 840€ per week!
Flores Road Trip
South to Southeast (East Nusa Tenggara) - Indonesia
Get to visit and experience vastly distinctive regions and explore the major hotspots of this exotic island country!
This touristic environment will meet every divers and snorkelers expectation with its countless reefs, drop-offs, walls and channels. You can explore the amazing flora and fauna of the world’s richest environments, while seeing the culture and traditions of the locals in various traditional villages. This is your journey through the changing landscape of Flores islands!
Program
Living
Indonesia
Program Description
This 2 week action packed adventure start from Labuan Bajo and takes you along the amazing journey in the island.
Enjoy the green pastures and the lush countryside whilst driving along the coral coast with breathtaking views of white sandy beaches along the way. Explore the Komodo National Park and its unique wildlife. See the beauty of the rich marine life. Do bird watching in Mount Mbeliling. Visit traditional villages including Wae Rebo village and Spider rice fields. Visit Tengkulese waterfall and much more.
Aims & Objectives
The aim of this program is take you to the most picturesque and amazing hotspots in Flores.
Schedule
Week 1
Day 1: Monday
Introduction to the program
Learn the Do’s and Don’ts
Do a city tour and explore the neighbourhood
Dinner at Labuan Bajo Night streets
Day 2: Tuesday
Boat ride to Rinca island
Visit the Komodo National Park in the Rinca Island
Snorkeling at the Kanawa island/ Kelor island/ Pincerare spot
Day 3: Wednesday
Boat ride to Komodo island
Visit the Komodo National Park in the Komodo Island
Visit the Pink beach
Snorkeling at the Padar beach
Day 4: Thursday
Trekking in Mount Mbeliling and bird watching
Visit and swim at Cunca Wulang Waterfall
Visit Spider Rice Fields
Day 5: Friday
Visit and swim in Tengkulese Waterfall
Trekking to Wae Rebo Village, traditional village
Day 6: Saturday
Trekking down from the Wae Rebo Village
Visit Hobbit Cave
Day 7: Sunday
Sightseeing tour in Ranamese Crater Lake
Aimerae Village
Week 2
Day 8: Monday
Visit Traditional House of Ngadhu Bhaga
Visit Bena Village
Day 9: Tuesday
Trekking to Wawomuda Lake
Visit Penggajawa Blue stone
Day 10: Wednesday
Visit Soekarno Museum (1st president)
Trekking at Detusoko Rice field
Day 11: Thursday
Trekking at Kelimutu Three Color lakes
Visit Wolowaru Traditional House
Day 12: Friday
Visit Moni Village
Visit Maumere Old Church
Day 13: Saturday
Visit Watublapi Village
Visit Wuring Village
Day 14: Sunday
Saying goodbye to the local team.
Leave the accommodation and take a taxi to the Maumere airport (Frans Xavier Seda Airport) for your departure flight.
Note: This schedule can be changed and/or amended depending on weather conditions, local conditions and unforeseen circumstances.
Participant Criteria & Requirements
Standard Requirements
Minimum age: 18
Maximum age: 65
Minimum English level: Basic
CRB required: On Signup
Passport copy required: On Signup
Resume copy required: No
Required qualification: None
Additional Requirements
No additional requirements.
Additional Equipment
Personal Medicines
Hiking shoes/ Sturdy walking shoes
Water bottle
Hat/Sunglasses
Thick socks are highly recommended
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Location
Your accommodation will be in a dorm style room on sharing basis in East Nusa Tenggara. East Nusa Tenggara has so much to offer from adventure, nature to prehistoric heritage sites, traditional villages and cultural events including some of the world’s most exotic marine life.
About the Accommodation
You can expect to share a room (dormitory style) on single gender basis in hotels as well as guesthouses. The bathroom is shared and western style lavatories are available.
Food Arrangements
Indonesian food is tasty and diverse and you can expect to experience a myriad of flavors and meals during your stay. Typical dishes included Mie Goreng (fried noodles and vegetables), Nasi Goreng (fried rice and vegetables) or Gado Gado (mixed vegetables with a satay sauce). For those who do not eat meat, Indonesian cooking uses a lot of tofu and tempeh (soybeans), some western dishes would also be available. Breakfasts are varied and include pancakes, fresh fruit, toast etc.
Facilities
Facilities are available in and around each accommodation.
Activities & Events
No scheduled activities outside the program.
Sights & Surroundings
Since the weekends are free, you can go wherever you please and explore on your own.
Transportation
From this location we do not provide free transport to other locations.
Quick Facts
Name: Republic of Indonesia
Population: 255,461,700 (2015)
Capital: Jakarta
Language: Indonesian (official)
Currency: Indonesian rupiah (IDR)
Time zone: UTC +8
Country Information
Indonesia, a Southeast Asian nation made up of thousands of volcanic islands, is home to hundreds of ethnic groups speaking many different languages. It is known for its beaches, volcanoes and jungles sheltering elephants, tigers and Komodo dragons. On the island of Java lies Indonesia's vibrant, sprawling capital, Jakarta, and the city of Yogyakarta, known for gamelan music and traditional puppetry.
Bali
Dubbed the Island of the Gods, Bali is one of the more than 17,000 islands that make up the Indonesian archipelago. Due to its location off the coast from the mainland and unique culture and religion from the rest of the country, Bali is often treated as a destination of its own, “if you’ve only been to Bali, you’ve never been to Indonesia”.
With its pristine beaches, its unspoilt waters ideal for surfing and diving, its lush mountains, its never-ending rice terrace and volcanic hillsides, its spiritually-infused culture and more, Bali has quickly become a must-visit and it often makes its way on everyone’s bucket list.
Flores
Flores is located in the East Nusa Tenggara province of Indonesia. It has adventure, eco-tours, and mountain climbing interspersed with visits to prehistoric heritage sites, traditional villages and cultural events. It has some of the world’s most exotic marine life. And if you want to see the famous Komodo Dragons alive, this is the only place in the whole world which gives you the experience. You can visit the Komodo dragons in their natural habitats in the Komodo National Park islands. Here you will witness the natural treasures still trying to survive in their purest forms.
Flores is a multi-religious and multi-cultural island where 60% of the people are Christian, 20% Islamic and 20% Hindus and Buddhists. The holidays for Flores are similar to the general Indonesian calendar.
Flores, though one of the main islands in Indonesia, is still trying to keep up with the rest of the country. Evidently, its exceptional natural treasures need more care and its warm hearted people need more support.
Climate
Temperatures are pleasant, varying from 20-33 degrees celsius year-round. The monsoon season strikes in November and makes its way until March, bringing in humidity and a significant amount of rain. However, this usually does not stop people from visiting, as the rain usually begins in the late afternoons and evenings, meaning the daytime remains sun-filled. From June to September, the weather is dry and there is not too much humidity in the air.
Culture
Indonesia is a haven for customs and this can be seen in every corner of the islands. Not to mention the fact that these islands themselves have their own traditions and customs which are different from one another.
A good example of this can be experienced in Bali, where small offerings containing flowers, rice and even cigarettes (sesajen) are found in every house, restaurants, stalls and even at the check-in desks at airports. The offerings are set with burning incense sticks and sprinkled with holy water three times a day before every meal.
There are roughly 20,000 temples spread around the island of Bali and, because the Balinese are masters of sculpture, the temples are guarded with statues of gods and goddesses.
Keep, in mind, however, that the Hinduism you will see in Bali is often different than the one seen in India.
Transportation
By bus
Perama buses are the most famous company that will transport you around Bali and other parts of Indonesia. Another popular company is Trans Sarbagita, which are comfortable and air conditioned and stop on bus stops on road curbs. We highly recommend booking at least one day in advance to make sure there is a seat for you. Moreover, there are shuttle buses (called “Bemos”) between Bali’s most popular destinations.
By Taxi
Taxis are a common way to get around. Blue Bird/Bali Taksi are regarded as one of the most reliable companies. Taxis are metered and the drivers are often able to speak good enough English to understand you. They also have a waiting service, which means they will wait for you while you go sightseeing and take you back home (for an extra charge, of course), if you wish to.
