{"id":4575,"date":"2016-11-16T08:22:28","date_gmt":"2016-11-16T08:22:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/indonesia-tourism.com\/tour\/?p=4575"},"modified":"2016-11-16T08:22:28","modified_gmt":"2016-11-16T08:22:28","slug":"explore-the-extraordinary-islands-around-labuan-bajo-10d-9n","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indonesia-tourism.com\/tour\/explore-the-extraordinary-islands-around-labuan-bajo-10d-9n\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore the Extraordinary Islands Around Labuan Bajo (10D\/ 9N)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-853\" src=\"https:\/\/indonesia-tourism.com\/tour\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Bima-komodo-package.jpg\" alt=\"komodo-package\" width=\"680\" height=\"330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indonesia-tourism.com\/tour\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Bima-komodo-package.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.indonesia-tourism.com\/tour\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Bima-komodo-package-300x146.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/>Day 1: Arrival In Maumere<br \/>\nUpon arrival at Maumere on the island of Flores you will be welcomed by our local guide. Transfer in to the hotel for overnight.<\/p>\n<p>Day 2:\u00a0 Maumere \u2013 Moni (B)<br \/>\nAfter Breakfast visit Wuring a Fishing Village in Maumere. Onwards to Ledalero Museum. In this small museum you will see a collection of woven Ikats and precious stones. Sikka is known for is old church from 1899 and Ikat which is enthusiastically sold by the local people. At Paga Beach a moment to relax and if you like you can swim here. Before arrive Moni a visit Traditional village Jopu. In Moni you\u2019ll stay overnight at hotel. Rooms are non AC in this cool hill climate. At night you could make a stroll through the small village of Moni.<\/p>\n<p>Day 3: Moni \u2013 Riung (B) 180 km<br \/>\nEarly morning wake up call for departure to the Kelimutu volcano. A short walk (30 minutes) will take you to the look out point to wait for the sunrise. Kelimutu means Mountain of the Spirits. Known for its famous 3 color lakes: Turquoise, Brown and Black. It\u2019s the dissolved minerals that give the different colors. Breakfast time after return to the hotel.. Continue through beautiful landscape via Ende to Riung. This trip will take you from the south coast, with stop at green stone beach Pengga Jawa, to the dryer north coast of Flores The last part of the road is still in a poor state.<br \/>\nOvernight at Pondok SVD<\/p>\n<p>Day 4: 17 islands (B,L)<br \/>\nToday a boat trip to the National Park 17 islands near Riung. Here a great variety of fish and coral can be seen. Snorkels are included in the tour.But the first stop is at the hundreds of Flying Foxes that hang in the mangrove forests near the coast. Lunch at one of the remote islands. On return to Riung rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Pondok SVD<\/p>\n<p>Day 5: 17 islands (B,L)<br \/>\nToday a boat trip to the National Park 17 islands near Riung. Here a great variety of fish and coral can be seen. Snorkels are included in the tour.But the first stop is at the hundreds of Flying Foxes that hang in the mangrove forests near the coast. Lunch at one of the remote islands. On return to Riung rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Pondok SVD<\/p>\n<p>Day 6: Riung \u2013 Bajawa (B) 72 km<br \/>\nIn the morning departure for Bajawa. En route visit Soa hot spring where the hot water boils to the surface. You can take a bath if you like. Stop at village of Naru Check into the Hotel. In the afternoon visit Wogo a traditional village. Overnight at Bajawa<\/p>\n<p>Day 7: Bajawa \u2013 Ruteng (B) 133 km<br \/>\nIn the morning a visit to the traditional village of Bena. Besides still in tact, with the megalith stones besides the old houses, this village has beautiful location with views of Mount Inerie.. In the afternoon depart for Ruteng. On the way visit Lake Rana Mese and Ruteng Puu. Overnight Santa Maria or Dahlia Hotel in Ruteng.<\/p>\n<p>Day 8: Ruteng \u2013 Labuan Bajo \u2013 Rinca (B,L,D) 137 km<br \/>\nOur purpose today is to see the Komodo Dragon. This largest living lizard on earth lives on 4 islands Rinca,\u00a0 Nusa Kode, Gili Motang, Komodo and some parts of West Flores. Its length can go up to 3 meters with weight of up to 90 kilo.Morning to Labuan Bajo. En route visit spiderweb rice fields at Cancar. On arrival at Labuan Bajo. Here boarding to cross to less famous Rinca island.Lunch on board. After 2 hour sailing we reach Loh Buaya. Led by a local ranger 2 hour soft trekking through forest and savanna. Komodo Dragons are often spotted on the way. From the highest point on this hike a beautiful panorama of the surrounding island. Dinner and overnight* on Board<\/p>\n<p>Day 9: Komodo Island &amp; Pink Beach \u2013 Labuan Bajo<br \/>\nEarly breakfast on board and departure for Komodo island. This trip over blue tropical waters and past hundreds of small island will take approximately 3 hours until Pink Beach . Here lunch and time to discover the splendid underwater world of these rich waters (snorkels and fins are provided). On to visit Komodo island and make a walk (1 hour) with a local ranger in search of the Komodo dragons. During your visit also wild buffalo, deer, pigs and various species of tropical birds like the Cockatoo can be seen. Return to Labuan Bajo will take around 4 hours. Overnight at a hotel in Labuan Bajo.<\/p>\n<p>Day 10: Labuan Bajo- Denpasar<br \/>\nAfter breakfast stay at hotel while waiting for the transfer to the airport. If time is possible, you\u2019ll visit Batu Cermin before the transfer.<\/p>\n<p>PRICE INCLUDES:<br \/>\nAccommodations, Transfers and tours as per the itinerary, Full board meals to Komodo, Entrance fees, porters, Private boat charter to Komodo\/ Rinca, Snorkeling gears, Coffee\/Tea and water,\u00a0 English speaking guide.<\/p>\n<p>PRICE EXCLUDES:<br \/>\nFlight tickets, Meals during Flores trip, travel insurance, Personal expenditure such as laundry, phone calls, tipping, airport taxes, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks, camera fee, etc.<\/p>\n<p>WHAT TO BRING:<br \/>\nDress is casual. Clothing should be light, preferably cotton with at least one long sleeved shirt and pants. Bathing suit, thongs or sandals and sneakers or walking boots, lots of film, camera, replacement batteries, and spares. Women please note Indonesia is a mostly Muslim country and custom dictates modesty. Please be well covered on shore excursions. Bring one light sweater or jacket as it can get cool in the highlands. Also bring sun-screen, insect repellent, sunglasses, sunhat, swimmers. Please advise beforehand if you have any special dietary requirements. Beer is available at local rates. Bring also your passport, visa, airline tickets, local currency and or US$ in small denominations.<\/p>\n<p>MORE INFORMATION: <a class=\"bbc_email\" href=\"mailto:eastnusatenggara@indonesia-tourism.com\">eastnusatenggara@indonesia-tourism.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Day 1: Arrival In Maumere Upon arrival at Maumere on the island of Flores you will be welcomed by our local guide. Transfer in to the hotel for overnight. Day 2:\u00a0 Maumere \u2013 Moni (B) After Breakfast visit Wuring a Fishing Village in Maumere. 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