Location: Ruteng
Top Things to do in Ruteng
What to do and see in Ruteng, East Nusa Tenggara: The Best Multi-day Tours
Ruteng is a small town towards the western end of Flores Island, Indonesia. It is the capital of Manggarai Regency, serviced by the Frans Sales Lega Airport or Ruteng Airport. The population is predominantly Roman Catholic, but still preserve the ancient Manggarai custom of caci (whip fighting), which is usually practiced at weddings, and serves as a tourist attraction.
Restaurants in Ruteng
1. Flores Dreamland Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
GUIDING EXPERIENCE: I am Matheo (Mat) Gaton, a senior overland guide and driver from Moni, east Flores. With nearly 20 years experience guiding guests around Flores I can show you all of the best our wonderful island has to offer: culture, nature and everything in between! I welcome you to join me on a tour across beautiful Flores, where I can share my love for this island with you.
Inclusions: Guide
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Reviewed By NickiMue
We had a excellent drive from Bajawa to Ruteng. Mattheo is a very friendly guy who knows the island very good. We felt safe and had a good atmosphere. He showed us spontaneous some nice spots and told us some interesting facts about the island. We can recommand you to travel with this good english speaking and happy guy!:)
2. Flores Overland Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Flores Island has a size of 14.125 square metres and the landscape is very mountainous. It is the biggest island in Nusa Tenggara. The length of the island is 380 kilometres and it is between 26 and 270 kilometres wide. By distance, it can be reached from the west to East within 24 hours. However, Flores is very Mountainous and located in volcanic zone make it interesting to be discovered. This 4 day-tour will allow you to visit and experience the highlight of Flores especially to whom love nature and culture and at the same time having sufficient time for holiday. As it is a private tour, we are open to your individual needs, request, and interest. Feel free to contact us. The tour can be started either from Labuan Bajo to Ende or Maumere depending much on your flight.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Car, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees , Mineral water
Exclusions: Domestic flights, Tipping, Travel assurance, Personal expenses
Reviewed By samanthalpd
Had a fun trip with my family! Good itinerary that enables us to explore Flores and Komodo in 6 days. We started our tour from 25th December at Ende, we get to a waterfall and took great pictures there before going to Kelimutu and watched the sunrise! Then we stopped by Bluestone beach and a hot water spring before arriving at Bajawa. Spend a night there before continuing our trip to Bena traditional village, arak 'sopi' distillation, Rana Mese Lake and arriving at Ruteng. On the next day, we get to learn about coffee making and also tried the best coffee there. Saw spider-web rice-fields from uphill and spend the afternoon at Kampung Todo before continuing our trip to Labuan Bajo. The next day at Labuan Bajo, we go to Cunca 'waterfall' Wulang with beautiful canyons and to Gua 'cave' Rangko where we swim. The next day is the last day of our trip where we go trekking at Padar Island, saw komodo dragons at Komodo Island, snorkeling at Pink Beach and Kanawa Island, also spot few Mantas. Had an awesome trip overall! Great tour leader, mr Alvin is really helpful and very informative. He also keeps us entertained by sharing stories about the cultures and also by choosing great routes with many beautiful views for us to see while travelling to each places. Also great choices of hotels and restaurants for us to eat! Very recommended trip, good for kids too! Looking forward to go to Flores and touring with Irwan Flores Tour again soon :)
3. 6 days in Flores
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
This tour provides the travelers the great experience of an adventure and culture of Flores which is still authentic combined with some activities toward the nature and hike and more than that the travelers might experience the real life of locals. You can start the tour either Maumere or Labuan Bajo. You can add more more people on tour with max 12 people. contact us for more information.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, air-conditioned vehicle and Fees (admission, fuel surcharge, parking).
Exclusions: Travel assurance
Reviewed By samanthalpd
Had a fun trip with my family! Good itinerary that enables us to explore Flores and Komodo in 6 days. We started our tour from 25th December at Ende, we get to a waterfall and took great pictures there before going to Kelimutu and watched the sunrise! Then we stopped by Bluestone beach and a hot water spring before arriving at Bajawa. Spend a night there before continuing our trip to Bena traditional village, arak 'sopi' distillation, Rana Mese Lake and arriving at Ruteng. On the next day, we get to learn about coffee making and also tried the best coffee there. Saw spider-web rice-fields from uphill and spend the afternoon at Kampung Todo before continuing our trip to Labuan Bajo. The next day at Labuan Bajo, we go to Cunca 'waterfall' Wulang with beautiful canyons and to Gua 'cave' Rangko where we swim. The next day is the last day of our trip where we go trekking at Padar Island, saw komodo dragons at Komodo Island, snorkeling at Pink Beach and Kanawa Island, also spot few Mantas. Had an awesome trip overall! Great tour leader, mr Alvin is really helpful and very informative. He also keeps us entertained by sharing stories about the cultures and also by choosing great routes with many beautiful views for us to see while travelling to each places. Also great choices of hotels and restaurants for us to eat! Very recommended trip, good for kids too! Looking forward to go to Flores and touring with Irwan Flores Tour again soon :)
4. Pauls Aventure tour Labuan Bajo ✈ to Ende ✈ Trans-Flores 545 km by Car 6 Days
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Pauls Aventure Tour - Flores, Indonesia’s Next Big Thing. Exploring Flores a world of ancient cultures, volcanoes, lush rainforests and untrodden beaches from one end to the other. Labuan Bajo ✈ to Ende ✈ OR Ende ✈ to Labuan Bajo ✈ The serpentine Trans-Flores Hwy runs the length of the island, skirting knife-edge ridges, brushing by paddy-fringed villages and opening up dozens of areas few tourists explore. I am a reliable cool person, speak very good English, trusted; honest experienced guide, easy going always smile and enjoyable I communicate easily, know about Flores traditions people and culture and can explain about our amazing locations beaches, snorkeling, volcanoes, hot springs and much more. Book for great value and great local travel experience, I am your guide and driver with my own car.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Food and hotels for me, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Accommodations, food and all entrances or donation, All Fees and Taxes, Entry/Admission - Cunca Wulang Waterfall, Entry/Admission - Cancar spider fields, Entry/Admission - Rana Mese Lake, Entry/Admission - Mengeruda Hot Spring, Entry/Admission - Riung 17 Island Marine Park, Entry/Admission - Bena Traditional Village, Entry/Admission - Malanage Hot Springs, Entry/Admission - Kelimutu Lake (Tri-Color Lake), Entry/Admission - Wologai Traditional Village
Reviewed By Pellegrini1
I really recommend Paul as driver and guide. He had a long trip through Flores were we found out amazing places and people. Our guide was very reliable and caring and we felt safe with him. Thanks again
5. Pauls Aventure tour Maumere ✈ to Labuan Bajo ✈ Trans-Flores 800 km Car 7 Days
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Pauls Aventure Tour - Flores, Indonesia’s Next Big Thing. Exploring Flores a world of ancient cultures, volcanoes, lush rainforests and untrodden beaches from one end to the other. Maumere ✈ to Labuan Bajo ✈ OR Labuan Bajo ✈ to Maumere ✈ The serpentine Trans-Flores Hwy runs the length of the island, skirting knife-edge ridges, brushing by paddy-fringed villages and opening up dozens of areas few tourists explore. I am a reliable cool person, speak very good English, trusted; honest experienced guide, easy going always smile and enjoyable I communicate easily, know about Flores traditions people and culture and can explain about our amazing locations beaches, snorkeling, volcanoes, hot springs and much more. Book for great value and great local travel experience, I am your guide and driver with my own car. See our other tour for 6 day option
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel room for my self
Exclusions: Accommodations, food and all entrances or donation, All Fees and Taxes, Entry/Admission - Kelimutu Lake (Tri-Color Lake), Entry/Admission - Wologai Traditional Village, Entry/Admission - Exile House Ir. Soekarno in Ende, Entry/Admission - Riung 17 Island Marine Park, Entry/Admission - Mangeruda Hot Springs, Entry/Admission - Ogi Waterfall, Entry/Admission - Rana Mese Lake, Entry/Admission - Bena Traditional Village, Entry/Admission - Malanage Hot Springs, Entry/Admission - Wae Rebo Village, Entry/Admission - Lingko Spider Web Rice Fields, Entry/Admission - Cunca Wulang Waterfall
Reviewed By cristinapR9955HI
Paul is an excelent driver and guide. He perfectly organized our Road trip. Discovering his beautiful Island with him was a real pleasure!
6. 3 days to Wae Rebo
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
Tour to Wae Rebo has been one of our highly recommended tours in West Flores. This tour is categorized as a cultural and adventurous activities where you will see one of UNESCO's heritage building and other than that you will have an opportunity to see and experience the indigenous people. Contact us to get detail information. We will do tours based much on your individual interest and wish.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner
Exclusions: Gratuities, Airport/Departure Tax, travel assurance, domestic flights, personal expenses
Reviewed By samanthalpd
Had a fun trip with my family! Good itinerary that enables us to explore Flores and Komodo in 6 days. We started our tour from 25th December at Ende, we get to a waterfall and took great pictures there before going to Kelimutu and watched the sunrise! Then we stopped by Bluestone beach and a hot water spring before arriving at Bajawa. Spend a night there before continuing our trip to Bena traditional village, arak 'sopi' distillation, Rana Mese Lake and arriving at Ruteng. On the next day, we get to learn about coffee making and also tried the best coffee there. Saw spider-web rice-fields from uphill and spend the afternoon at Kampung Todo before continuing our trip to Labuan Bajo. The next day at Labuan Bajo, we go to Cunca 'waterfall' Wulang with beautiful canyons and to Gua 'cave' Rangko where we swim. The next day is the last day of our trip where we go trekking at Padar Island, saw komodo dragons at Komodo Island, snorkeling at Pink Beach and Kanawa Island, also spot few Mantas. Had an awesome trip overall! Great tour leader, mr Alvin is really helpful and very informative. He also keeps us entertained by sharing stories about the cultures and also by choosing great routes with many beautiful views for us to see while travelling to each places. Also great choices of hotels and restaurants for us to eat! Very recommended trip, good for kids too! Looking forward to go to Flores and touring with Irwan Flores Tour again soon :)
7. 2 Day Flores Join Trip to Wae Rebo Village from Labuan Bajo – All Inclusive
Spend the night in Waerebo has cone-shaped homes made of wood with thatched roofs that purse upward, known as Mbaru Niang. Waerebo is the best Manggarai’s traditional village completely surrounded by a panoramic view of mountains and forests. Waerebo is a bit difficult to get to. It needs a 3-hour drive from Labuan Bajo to Denge Village, then you should continue trekking to reach Waerebo. We offer the best two days and one-night all-inclusive Waerebo package, depart from Labuan Bajo in the early morning. Let's discover the unique and authentic cultures of Waerebo. You will get a chance to experience daily life of the locals and see the authentic Manggaraian traditional houses. In order to get to Wae Rebo village, you need to trekking for around 2 - 3 hours and just enjoy forest view along the trek. As you arrive in Waerebo, you can enjoy an overview of the village from the top.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, English-Pick Up by Car, Accomodation at Waerebo, All entrance fee, Free flow mineral water, English speaking guide, Parking fee, Waelu’u ritual fee
Exclusions: Tipping, Personal Expenses, Accommodation in Labuan Bajo
Reviewed By Venture55505246405
Best brunch so far ❤️❤️ The food was great, the place was soooo cozy and also the services was excellent. They had a very strict health protocol which is very important nowaday. I should’ve come back next time ????
8. Flores Komodo Tour Packages
Along Flores overland tour you see the wonderful of Kelimutu three colored lake, Bena traditional villages, hand weaving, ARAK is local alcoholic drinking, rice terrace and way of life. While you see Komodo Dragons and wildlife at Rinca island. Please noted that tour Komodo not to visit Komodo island but you visit Rinca island. Because of this Flores Komodo tour package 5D/4N is not permit the time to visit Komodo island. So that you visit Rinca island to see Komodo Dragons. You also do snorkeling at Bidadari island to see wonderful of corals and fishes. Flores Komodo tour package 5D/4N is suitable for tourists or customers who have not enough time to visit Flores island and the islands of Komodo national park. Hard driving every day because long distance from one to another places. We don't recommend for visitors or tourists who have enough time of holidays. As long as you have more than 5 days, so we recommend do 6 or seven days for Flores Komodo tour package
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions: Personal expenses, tipping, alcoholic and soft drinks
Reviewed By KRISEK
Great service. The cheapest we found in Labuan Bajo for 1 day trip to Rinca, visiting Komodo National Park with guide, snorkeling, unlimited drinks, snacks, delicious lunch and superb guide service. It was private bot just for us on 13.04.20. Highly recommended
9. 7Days Explore Komodo & Flores
7Days 6Nights Explore Flores and Komodo gives you the time to really explore Flores Island from east to west. You will visit Kelimutu tri-colored volcanic lakes, Bena Megalithic Village, Wae Rebo Traditional Village, Komodo dragons as the ancient and the only living lizard in the world and much more. You will be accompany by our professional team.
Inclusions: 3Nights stay hotel during Land tour and 1Night stay at a local house in Wae Rebo, 2Nights stay at Hotel in Labuan Bajo, Full meals (6xBreakfast, 6xLunch, 6xDinner, unlimited mineral water), All Entrance Fee during Land tour, donation and Komodo National Park Fee, English Speaking Guide, Guide Fee and private car during land tour and in Labuan Bajo, Private Speed Boat for one Day on Day 6 and harbor clearance, Snorkeling Equipment (Mask, fins, snorkel, life jacket)
Exclusions: Personal expenses, personal travel insurance, alcoholic drinks, etc
Reviewed By vladskiy
Highly recommended, a well organised day exploring Komodo and the sights around. The communication with agency was spot on, everything has been agreed and managed via WhatsApp! On the day the driver was on time to collect for the harbour, where a lovely boat crew took over and looked after the group for the entire day. The programme is packed, but you don’t feel rushed and have plenty of time to explore, relax, snorkel or taking a cheeky nap! Would recommend to anyone looking to explore Komodo.
