Top Things to do in Flores
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara
Discover the best top things to do in Flores, Indonesia including Mount Inerie Peak, Padar Island, iDIVE Komodo, Mount Kelimutu, Mount Egon, Ngada, Bena Traditional Village, Wae Rebo Village, Belaraghi Village, Malanage Hot Springs.
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1. Mount Inerie Peak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By vivimap - Brussels, Belgium
Great trek where we were alone with our guide Santos 00 62 822 47742528. The ascent was very steep(+-3h) and began at 3am, for the last part , it is better to have gloves as the volcanic rock is very sharp. The descent was done with another way where we were sliding/ surfing on rocks. Santos was a great, nice and funny guide. His cousin has just opened a backpacker hostel near the starting point of the trek. We had a good coffee at her place. We keep good memories of this day with Santos. Take care :).
2. Padar Island
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5.0 based on 1,193 reviews
Reviewed By SusanW4197 - Kiama, Australia
To get there it is boat ride from Labuan Bajo - day trip possible but most go for a few days. Most boats aim to get to Padar for sunrise or sunset so it's busy. Ours arrived early and it was still hot so we climbed to summit earlier than most and then went down and climbed the other summit - which is a very narrow slippery treacherous track (which guides discourage) But, we did it discretely and were alone on this summit for sunset and avoided crowds at the top. Generally hot in middle of day and climbing summit would be very hard - so avoid unless cooler.
3. iDIVE Komodo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 351 reviews
At iDIVE KOMODO you will be taken on a top-notch underwater experience of the diving in beautiful Komodo National Park, Flores. iDive Komodo is a certified partner of SSI (Scuba Schools International) which combines extensive local knowledge and diving expertise with a strong western background of management in the tourism sector. We fully adhere to all diving safety standards, so you can relax and explore the wonders of diving in Komodo National Park, knowing you are completely secure. Our boat is equipped with safety equipments including : emergency oxygen, life jackets, marine GPS, and VHF radio. We will welcome you aboard our brand new and spacious boat, “Valentina 01”, for the diving day trip in Komodo National Park, including dive sites rated within the Top 10 in the world. On board, you will be provided with tea, coffee, snacks, drinking water and a freshly cooked meal for lunch.
4. Mount Kelimutu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 611 reviews
Reviewed By davidsA803EE - Sebastopol, United States
Kelimutu volcano is located 50 km east of Ende, central Flores on a road that climbs through several small villages and rice terraces into a dense rainforest near the summit. The volcano is in a national park, and there is a fee to enter: not much for locals and foreign Indonesian work visa holders, and more for tourists (about US$15). From a parking area a few hiking trails go up to the summit, which features 3 steep-sided craters with actively roiling multi-colored lakes. On a clear day you can see gases bubbling to the surface and a sulfide scum on the surface of the first two lakes. The local lake names are Tiwu Ata Bupu (Lake of Old People - blue), and the other two lakes, Tiwu Ko'o Fai Nuwa Muri (Lake of Young Men and Maidens - bluish-green) and Tiwu Ata Polo ("Villany" Lake - red) are separated by a shared crater wall. The lake colors are attributed to gas & steam vents on the bottom of two of the crater lakes that discharge CO2 and H2S gases from a magma chamber deep beneath the mountain. The lake colors change throughout the year due to different chemical oxidation and reduction reactions between rain water, ground water, the amount and composition of the rising volcanic gases, and the abundance of iron and manganese. The colors in the lakes change independently from each other, suggesting that each crater lake has its own unique connectivity to the underlying magma chamber.
5. Mount Egon
6. Ngada
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By sylvieg99
We met Melki at Lucas Lodge. He suggested a tour - part motor bike, part trek - to four Ngada villages, followed by a visit to the Malange hotsprings. This is a fairly standard offer but what made it exceptional was Melki. He is a great guide. His English is excellent, and he was full of informations on the Ngada community structure and history. He also went out of his way during our trek to identify for us clove, eucalyptus, cinnamon, the root used in the making of tiger balm, etc. Though he is serious about his work, Melki is also a lot of fun to be with, and so is his colleague Christian. We recommend them both. Melki can be reached via WhatsApp at 082237599, or ask for him at Lucas
7. Bena Traditional Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 409 reviews
Reviewed By pan613 - Melbourne, Australia
A beautiful village to wander around and admire the traditional architecture of the buildings and smile and chat with the local ladies and see the exquisite weaving that they produce by hand. You can purchase these as well from the local ladies. Very laid back and peaceful. Thanks to my guide Elvis +6285238587238 who gave me a great explanation and history lesson of the village and it’s people. Well worth the visit if you are staying in Bajawa.
8. Wae Rebo Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
Reviewed By helenkV8278JR
Worth staying overnight here, spending time to get to know the people and the environment. Especially those who like photography so much. Lots of things that can be photographed here. It’s such an amazing place. I love it.
9. Belaraghi Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By annao403
Renting a motorbike at the tourist information in Bajawa, we got to know William who told us about Belaraghi Village and the trek. It did sound like a great thing to do so we booked the tour with him for the next day! During the walk to the village we got to learn a lot about the local plants, saw cacao, coffee, chilli, ginger, papaya, vanilla, banana, ...and many more. Arriving to the village, we were introduced to the family that we were to stay with. After that there was tea and coffee. Later we we being introduced to the ancestors of the family by way of chicken sacrifice. Very interesting to watch and learn. The next day William took us around the village again to explain about the different houses and symbols. We felt this your was great value for money. William is a great guide. We felt he has a very good connection to the villagers and is genuinely interested in helping them preserve their traditional way of life. Here is Williams WhatsApp and email address if you wish to contact him: m +62 81239844115 e [email protected]
