Lombok & Flores bite-sized trips

Create your own ideal holiday

East of Bali, the islands get quieter and wilder. Snorkel with turtles off the Gili Islands, walk through the rice terraces of Tetebatu or take on the climb to Mount Rinjani’s crater rim. Further east, Flores is home to the coloured crater lakes of Kelimutu and the Komodo dragons of Komodo and Rinca, and you can carry on to the lagoons and quiet beaches of Sumba.

How bite-sized trips work
Pick the trips that catch your eye here and in our other regions, and add them to your travel plan. Once you send it over, your Indonesia Specialist will piece everything together, sorting the journeys in between and shaping it all into a holiday that suits the way you like to travel.

Prefer a suggested route
Our itineraries are a great place to start, and your Specialist will tailor whichever one you choose. Whichever way you begin, get in touch and we’ll help you plan it.

Private, tailor-made holidays your way
Your own dedicated Destination Specialist
Unique and small-scale stays

1
White Sands of the Gilis
Visit a laid-back beach escape with swaying coconut palms and an underwater world begging to be explored. Snooze in the sunshine, take barefoot strolls, feast on sizzling seafood and snorkel with sea turtles. The Gili Islands are a castaway sensation.
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Lagoons & Laid-Back Beaches of Sumba
Discover the unspoilt beaches of eastern Indonesia and get an authentic taste of island life in northwest Sumba. Here, you'll swap crowds for lush landscapes, peaceful beaches and rich island traditions.
3
In Search of the Dragon
Seek out giant Komodo dragons on the mystical islands of Rinca and Komodo. Staying on nearby Flores, you’ll take a boat trip to Komodo and Rinca, tiny islands topped with forested hills and packed with astounding wildlife.
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Cruising to Komodo
We've partnered with SeaTrek, a small company in Indonesia offering unique cruises onboard traditional Indonesian phinisi boats, to help you experience remote nooks of Indonesian islands, otherwise unreachable by land.
5
Remote Flores
Over five days, you’ll travel from the east to the west of Flores, meaning ‘The Cape of Flowers’. It’s a rustic adventure with staggering landscapes and eye-opening local traditions.
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Sun, Sand and Snorkels in Maumere
Relax on Flores' unspoilt coastline near Maumere in the east of the island and take in the sights both above and below the water. You'll stay in a friendly, locally run resort next to the beach with the clear blue sea right on your doorstep.
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Authentic Lombok
Tetebatu is a peaceful pocket of Lombok nestled in the valley surrounding Mount Rinjani, amidst forests, tobacco plantations, and tiered green rice terraces. Scattered with tiny Sasak villages, it’s a brilliant place to get a peek into authentic Lombok.
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Footsteps on the volcano
Over three days, you’ll hike to the rim of Mount Rinjani’s volcano crater and sleep in a tent on its slopes. You’ll be treated to jaw-dropping views at every step and catch a sunrise that will stick with you forever.
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Bobbing Boats and Shimmering Shores in Senggigi
Laze beneath coconut palms on Lombok, hop between tiny tropical islands and snorkel in clear, azure waters. Spend three days on the white sands of Sengiggi, Lombok’s premiere coastal resort, backed by jungle-topped mountains and fringed with bleached white beaches.
10
Surfing at Kuta Beach
Kuta is the ultimate surf spot on Lombok, with a laid-back vibe, surf shops, trendy cafes and traditional restaurants. Discover the stunning bays of Lombok's south coast while learning to surf. When you're not perfecting your surf skills, kick back and relax on the white sands.
11
Sekotong & the Secret Gilis
For this trip you'll discover three hidden Gili Islands in southern Lombok, far less known than their northern counterparts. Here you’ll find deserted bays and pristine reefs to explore with a private boat. Learn how to fish the traditional way, snorkel through vibrant underwater worlds, or simply unwind.
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Castaway days in Riung
Discover the unspoilt beauty of Riung, a fishing village where time seems to stand still. Visit the tropical paradise of the 17 Islands National Park, exploring deserted islands, snorkelling among vibrant coral reefs and spotting flying foxes in the mangroves. A slice of Flores few travellers ever see.