Flores Beautiful....

Flores means ‘flower’ in Portuguese, and the island is filled with tremendous

natural beauty, accessible volcanoes and ancient culture.

The Komodo National Park, located off the westernmost coast of Flores,

encompasses the 3 islands of Komodo, Rinca, and Padar, where you wil

l see the largest living lizard in the world. The Komodo National Park is a

UNESCO World Heritage Site and is responsible for Komodo conservation.

The main gateway to the Komodo and Flores is Labuanbajo, a port thriving

with new found tourist dollars. Still essentially a backpacker’s haven,

Labuanbajo has its fair share of banana pancake restaurants and cheap

rooms with stunning views of the sea. 

Bajawa offers a rare glimpse into an ancient culture and lifestyle. This millennium old village with its distinctive architecture will thrill the occasional anthropologist in you.

Kelimutu National Park offers yet more natural beauty, with its tri-colored volcanic lakes. Most travelers will do the short hike up before dawn for amazing views and a well deserved cup of coffee at the lookout point.

Most travelers end their Flores adventures in Maumere,with its nearby dive spots getting top marks for large creatures. Hammerhead shark,
whales and giant sea turtles are a common site although the reefs closer to the mainland were destroyed in a massice Tsunami.

Most travelers will fly in from Denpasar. Public transport is uncomfortable and you will still need to travel outside the main towns to see villages and major sights.

Consequently, the most comfortable option, is to simply rent a car, driver, and guide for your Flores adventure. Our partners in Flores are local, experienced and offer a high level of service.