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Lesser Sunda 10D/09N |
Trip star from : Labuhan Bajo - West Flores Island.
Ending in : Labuhan Bajo - West Flores Island.
Duration :02 Days 01 Night.Price per Person : US,Minimum Persons : 02.
(Special price for group 04 pax – up).
Ending in : Labuhan Bajo - West Flores Island.
Duration :02 Days 01 Night.Price per Person : US,Minimum Persons : 02.
(Special price for group 04 pax – up).
TOUR ITINERARY :
Day 01 LABUANBAJO - ARRIVAL
On arrival at Airport of Labuan Bajo, our guide will meet you then transfer to your hotel for accommodation at GOLO HILL TOP HOTEL or simmilar. Afternoon half-day tour in down town of Labuan Bajo. Visit Mirror cave - Batu Cermin (D)
Day 02 LABUAN BAJO - KOMODO/RINCA - LABUAN BAJO
Breakfast
at hotel. Transfer to the harbor for 3 hours cruising to Komodo Island.
Arrive in Komodo direct walk for 1.5 miles to Banugulung to see the
activities of the giant Monitor Lizard "Komodo Dragon" which was
scientifically described in 1912 as VARANUS KOMODOENSIS which is up to
3 m long and about 150 kg weight. The total number of these lizards is
estimated at 5.000 - 7.000 inhabited in Komodo, Padar, Rinca Island and
Western Flores. Return to the based and an opportunity to swim or
snorkel on clean and white sandy beach. Lunch will be served on boat
and cruise back to Labuan Bajo for accommodation and dinner at your
hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 03 LABUANBAJO - RUTENG
Breakfast
at hotel. Drive overland to Ruteng - a cool and small town as the
capital city of Manggarai Regency where major Manggarainese tribe
dwelt. On the way stops will be made at Lembor and Cancar where you can
enjoy the beautiful panorama of rice fields "Lingko"the spider web
shape " with lush and dry hills as the back ground, and other places
according to local happenings. On arrival direct check in at DAHLIA
HOTEL or similar. Onto Ruteng Puu - Manggarainese traditional village
to see their unique slander-shaped houses and be with local people.
Return to hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 04 RUTENG - BAJAWA
Breakfast
at hotel Continue drive to the East to Bajawa - another cool and small
town as a capital city of Ngada Regency (home of Ngada, Riung and
Nagekeo tribes). Stops will be made at "Ranamese" Lake, and snapshot at
magnificent peak of Mt. Inerie - an active volcano and Aimere for
making “tuak” the local liquor demonstration. On arrival at Bajawa
drive 2 km to Boloji or Warusoba to attend dance performance of
Bajawanese followed by "Suling" - cluster of Bamboo flute concert
music. Return to hotel for accommodation and meals at BINTANG WISATA
HOTEL (B,L,D)
Day 05 BAJAWA TOURS
Day 05 BAJAWA TOURS Breakfast at hotel. Explore traditional village of Bajawa tribes. Visit Bena - a megalithic village where people do preserve their ancestral spirits believed and way of life which can be seen in their "Ngadhu" and "Bhaga" - conical thatched roof huts symbolized their Male and Female ancestral spirits. On the way you will stop on the slope of Inerie active volcano for taking pictures. Return to Bajawa for Lunch at Local Restaurant. Afternoon drive to Mengeruda - a natural hot spring water for relaxing and taking bath. Return to hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 06 BAJAWA - MONI
Breakfast
at hotel. Continue drive overland for 5 hours to Moni through scenic
road where you can enjoy beautiful panorama of the valley with sea as
the background. Stops will be made at Wogo, another traditional
Bajawanese village and Boawae - village of Nagekeo tribes to observe
their tradition and culture, Ende for having lunch at a local
restaurant, Onekore village - the center of "Ikat" hand-weaving with
Endenese typical style Proceed to Moni. Accommodation and meals at
FLORESARE HOTEL. (B,L,D)
Day 07 MONI - KELIMUTU - MAUMERE
After
an early morning breakfast at 5.30 drive up to Kelimutu volcano to see
the three colored lakes. Upon arrival walk for 1,5 km and then ascend
127 steps to top to view Kelimutu's green, blue and black lakes. A
Dutch Geologist discovered Kelimutu in 1914; at the time the lakes were
red, blue and white. Descend to Moni village to visit Kowanara village
famous for its traditional Lionese houses, stone seats and traditional
sacred cemetery. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in
Wolowaru. Proceed to Maumere with several stops made according to local
happenings. Accommodation and meals at FLORES SAO RESORT. (B,L,D)
Day 08 MAUMERE - KUPANG
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the Airport to depart to Kupang - Timor Island. On arrival at Eltari Airport of Kupang, transfer to your hotel for accommodation and dinner at CRISTAL HOTEL AND RESTAURANT. (B,L,D)
Day 09 KUPANG - SOE - KUPANG
Breakfast
at hotel. Drive to Soe, a distance of 110 km for 3 hours through
beautiful panoramas of rice fields, farms, jungles and savanna. Stops
will be made for taking pictures and local happenings. Upon arrival at
Soe visit several villages in order to learn about local culture and
beliefs. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Soe. Return to
Kupang with stops at Oebelo, a Rottenness village famous for its unique
music instrument called "Sasando", made from "lontar" palm leaves, and
Tarus village to observe the process of making "laru" - local liquor.
Return to hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 10 KUPANG - DENPASAR
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for flight to your next destination. (B)
PRICE INCLUDES:
Transfers and tours as per the itinerary, Overnight stay at your preferred hotel, Fullboard meals, Entrance fees, porters and donations, Private boat charter to Komodo/ Rinca, Snorkeling gears, Coffee/Tea and Unlimited Water, Return flight Denpasar-Labuab bajo, Maumere-Kupang-Kupang - Denpasar, English speaking guide
PRICE EXCLUDES:
Personal expenditure such as laundry, phone calls, tipping, etc airport taxes, Soft drinks and alcoholic drinks and Komodo conservation fund of USD 15.00 per person.
HOTELS:
We choose the best available hotels in each tow, but the facilities are very basic and the cleanliness will always be the question mark. Be ready for adventure…….
WHAT TO BRING:
Dress 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.