11 Days Guided Dragons and Volcanoes Adventure and Dirt Bike Tour in Flores, Indonesia

Day 1: Arrive in Labuan Bajo

You will be picked up at Labuan Bajo airport around 1:00 p.m. and transfered to a nearby hotel. After lunch you will have time for a briefing outlining safety, tour program, and an introduction to the Kawasaki KLX 250.

At late afternoon, you will have a sunset ride around the hills in Labuan Bajo area and fine tune the bikes if needed. Afterwards, evening dinner and drinks at hotel.

Day 2: Ride to Wae Rebo

Early morning breakfast and quick briefing before you make your way along the southwest coastline with amazing views of the Komodo National Park.

Have a lunch break before making your way to Wae Rebo base camp. In the afternoon, take a 1.5-hour trek through lush rain forest to the Wae Rebo traditional village.

Once you arrive in the village, you will meet the head elder of the village who will initiate you into the Wae Rebo family. Dinner and stay the night in a traditional house.

Day 3: River crossings and beach camping

Early morning, have breakfast in Wae Rebo village and trek back to basecamp to meet the bikes then back on the road again. Travel east along Flores beautiful south west coastline, crossing rivers and local villages along the way.

In the afternoon, arrive at Vitalis Beach Camp where you will be hosted by a friendly local family, have barbecue and camping.

Day 4: Savana attack and traditional Ngada Village

Early morning, you will have a spectacular ride across the coastal savanna and up to the hill tribe areas in the Ngada regions. Resting on the flanks of Mt. Inerie is the traditional villages of the Ngada people.

It should be noted, that the village of Bena and Gurusina, offers one of the last remaining traces of the Ngada peoples remarkable megalith culture.

In the afternoon, head to one of the local hot springs for a splash and a cold beer. Accommodation and dinner with a local Gurusina family staying in a traditional house.

Day 5: River crossings and beach camping

After an early morning breakfast with the Gurusina village family you're back on the bikes again riding up into spectacular mountain passes flanking Mt. Inerie. Lunch break in the Ngera village and some real off-road action winding through the hills and down to the ocean.

Go on an afternoon coastal ride to Ende where you will have time to wash and service the motorcycles. Accommodation will be in a three-star hotel and dinner at a local seafood restaurant.

Day 6: Wolowaru village and Koka Beach camping

After a quick breakfast at the hotel you will ride though Ende’s surrounding mountains. Some great off-road action and challenging sections to be found here that are sure to test your riding skills. Hve an afternoon ride to the beautiful Koka Beach for afternoon swim, beach barbecue, and camping.

Day 7: The roof of Flores

Early morning breakfast and then have some awesome off-road riding today as you make your way up to the rooftop of Flores through rugged mountain passes where wild horses roam, stopping in remote villages and tackling steep rocky trails.

After lunch you will make your way up towards the famous Mt. Kelimutu. Accommodation at the Kelimutu eco lodge followed by a yummy dinner and live music at local reggae bar and restaurant.

Day 8: Jungle attack

At first light, you will have an impressive ride up to Mt. Kelimutu, with its three colored lakes, is probably one of the most amazing phenomenon of Flores.

Quick breakfast then it’s time for the infamous jungle attack! Teamwork is essential through this thick and unforgiving jungle. Fallen logs and branches make for a very interesting days riding. After lunch, ride to the north coastal town of Mbay. Accommodation and dinner at Mbay guest house.

Day 9: Jungle attack 2

Another day of action pack jungle trails and off the beaten track riding. Quick lunch in Riung and you make your way along the rugged coastline to a lovely little secluded beach where you set up camp and enjoy a cold beer and a seafood barbecue while watching the sunset.

Day 10: Road to Labuan Bajo

Your final day of riding takes you from the remote northern shores of Flores along small winding mountain roads to the Komodo gateway of Labuan Bajo. Accommodation in a hotel and final dinner and drinks.

Day 11: Check out

Breakfast and transfers to Labuan Bajo airport. You can have an optional Komodo day trip on requests which includes snorkeling, scuba diving, and a visit to see the famous Komodo dragons.

Bike rental deposit

Adventure Riders Indonesia requires a 500 EUR bike rental deposit.

Motorcycle details

Kawasaki KLX250 is the main bike for this tour. Honda CRF150 is available for riders requiring a lower seat height.

Safety

Adventure Riders takes issues of safety very seriously and endeavour to minimize any risks as much as possible. By following some basic safety instructions and wearing proper protective equipment, the chances of accident and injury during enduro tour are very low.

• If you're separated from the group, stop and wait for us to find you
• Always ride behind your guide
• Do not ride under the influence of alcohol
• Always follow the instructions of your guide
• Sound horn when overtaking other vehicles
• Always be alert to wildlife and local traffic
• Remember that this is not a race or competition
• The guides have years of experience guiding off-road adventures and are able to adjust the choice of terrain and difficulty to suit the riding experience of all of the group

Driving license

You must have a valid drivers license from your country of origin. Also, if your driving license is not also specified for motorcycles, you must check with your insurance company if they will cover you. Some areas like Bali also require an international license that can easily be organized by your local drivers license authorities.

Skill level

Intermediate:

• can ride for 3-4 hours
• average riding experience
• little assistance required
• comfortable with extreme curves and leans
• average experience with unsurfaced roads
• steep ascents and descents

Advanced:

• can ride for 5-6 hours
• extensive riding experience
• assistance on demand (if required)
• experienced with riding a variety of motorcycles
• comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions

A 2 hour hike on a small rainforest trail to reach the Wae Rebo mountain village

Trip to Kelimutu - the 3 colored volcanic lake

Visit to Bene traditional village

Although home to a myriad of treasures, Flores has often gone unnoticed. Yet it’s an island which offers adventures at every turn of your motorcycle tour.

All meals are included during this tour as well as non-alcoholic drinks. You will have the options between non-vegetarian and vegetarian meals while on this tour. Some places will provide a buffet others a la carte.

• A trip to Rinca Island in the Komodo National Park to see the Komodo dragons
• A dive trip to the Komodo National Park
• Some of the hotels can proved massage at their spa facility

• Kawasaki KLX 250cc dirt bike (or Honda CRF150)
• Bike gear (helmets, boots, gloves, protections)
• 10 nights accommodation in hotels, traditional villages, camp
• Food and non-alcoholic drinks
• 2 experienced guides / chef / mechanic
• Support vehicle
• Airport transfers in Labuan Bajo
• Fees for visits to parks and reserves
• Fuel and technical assistance
• Full medical supplies
• Wi-Fi internet (when available)
• Free adventure rider shirt

• Personal travel and medical insurance (compulsory)
• Medical expenses in case of evacuation
• Alcoholic drinks
• Refundable deposit for motorcycle (500 EUR)
• Crew gratitudes

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
• The deposit is fully refundable if the booking is cancelled up to 30 days before the arrival date.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 14 days before arrival.