Ende & Kelimutu (Flores)

Prehistoric dragons, pink sand coves, and world-class manta ray snorkeling

Experience the ultimate seafaring expedition across the UNESCO-protected Komodo National Park. Hike to the iconic tri-colored crescent bays of Padar Island, encounter Komodo dragons in their natural savanna habitat with certified rangers, and drift snorkel over pristine manta cleaning stations.

Animist Marapu traditions, 25-meter peaked clan roofs, and untouched surf lagoons

Step into Indonesia’s most culturally preserved island. Explore soaring thatched clan houses, ancient stone megalithic burial tombs at Ratenggaro, the turquoise tidal lagoon of Weekuri, and the low-tide silhouettes of dancing mangroves at Walakiri Beach.

Indonesia’s second-highest active volcano, azure caldera lake, and volcanic hot springs

Ascend through moss-draped tropical rainforest from Senaru to the crater rim of Mount Rinjani (3,726m). Camp high above the clouds overlooking the turquoise caldera lake of Segara Anak and the active cone of Mount Barujari before soaking in mineral hot springs.

Motor-free sand atolls, resident sea turtles, and sunken coral sculptures

Leave cars and motorbikes behind on the idyllic car-free Gili trio. Cycle sandy lanes under towering coconut palms, snorkel above resident green and hawksbill sea turtles in turquoise shallows, and dine on freshly grilled seafood right at the water’s edge.

Spiderweb rice terraces, megalithic clan villages, and tri-colored volcanic lakes

Traverse the rugged volcanic backbone of Flores Island overland. Move from the Komodo gateway of Labuan Bajo through ancient Lingko spiderweb rice fields in Cancar and stone megaliths in Bena to the three independently color-shifting crater lakes of Mount Kelimutu.

Gentle giants in calm Saleh Bay, emerald jungle waterfalls, and salt crater lakes

Dive into the untouched waters of Saleh Bay to snorkel alongside gentle whale sharks feeding peacefully around traditional fishing platforms (bagan). Cruise to royal Moyo Island to swim in the limestone pools of Mata Jitu Waterfall.

40-meter underwater visibility, hammerhead migrations, and indigenous Lego-lego warrior dances

East Nusa Tenggara’s most dramatic maritime and cultural frontier. Plunge along deep volcanic coral drop-offs teeming with marine megafauna in the Pantar Strait, and venture into the highland villages of the indigenous Abui tribe to witness traditional bronze drum ceremonies.