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Exploring Ende Posted by sasha on Jun 22, 2016
After hiking up for sunrise at Mt. Kelimutu, the next stop of our trans-Flores journey was Ende. Capital of the Ende regency, this town is different from much of Flores in that it’s home to a substantial Muslim population; most of the island’s inhabitants are Catholic. It’s not exactly the most scenic place – it’s…
Hiking Mt. Kelimutu Posted by sasha on Jun 2, 2016
After exploring Maumere, where we relaxed at a secluded resort, went on an epic snorkeling trip, and hiked up an active volcano, our journey across Flores continued. Next up was one of the most famous sights on the island – sunrise over the three colored lakes of Mt. Kelimutu. Hire a Driver While it’s entirely…
Two Weeks in Flores Posted by sasha on Mar 24, 2016
Flores is a beautiful island in the eastern part of Indonesia. Those looking to explore a more off-the-beaten-path side of the country will love a trip here. It’s far more rugged and undeveloped than Java or Bali, and aside from the Komodo National Park it’s barely a blip on the radar of most tourists. We’ll…