Day 1 - Bima (East Sumbawa)

Arrival in Bima, East Sumbawa, and transfer from the airport to the harbor. Embarkation on board the Ombak Putih. After lunch we sail to a beautiful beach to have a refreshing swim. During sunset sailing to Komodo National Park.

Day 2 - Komodo

Arrival in Komodo National Park. Early morning hike to watch the feared Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. Two rangers will guide you to see these fascinating predators that can reach a length of more than three meters and can weigh up to 150kg. After lunch you will sail to one of the beautiful surrounding islands where you can explore the rich reef or bask in the sun. Late night departure for Waingapu.

Day 3 -Waingapu (East Sumba)

Arrival in Waingapu, East Sumba for a full day tour to Waigili, a traditional village, where villagers warmly welcome you with a horse dance and other indigenous ceremonies. Of course you will have a chance to buy the famous ikats. Before departure we can also visit Prailiu, another traditional weaving village. Late afternoon sailing to Sawu.

Day 4 - Sawu

Arrival on Sawu, a most interesting and beautiful island. After lunch you will be welcomed at the beach for a special cleansing ceremony. Later in the afternoon, the enthusiastic villagers perform some beautiful dances symbolizing rituals and ceremonies that still play an important role in the daily life of the Sawunese. They will also display their most beautiful ikats. In the late afternoon you can visit Namata the ancient old religious center of Sawu. Overnight at Sawu.

Day 5 - Sawu - Flores

Another half day at Sawu. We go ashore at the same place where, in 1770, James Cook landed on the island. Look around the ruins of Bodo, once a fortified village. You then drive by truck to Mesara, to see ikat weaving in a traditional village. We can also try the juice of the lontar palm, a staple food on Sawu. Sailing to Flores.

Day 6 - Kelimutu

Arrival in Paga Beach, South Flores, early in the morning. Around sunrise, you start your excursion to the famous Kelimutu volcano with its the three colored crater lakes. We also visit some villages on the way to back to see more ikat weaving. You embark again in Ende where you can have a refreshing swim at a beach before we leave for Lamalera.

Day 7 - Lamalera

Arrival on Lamalera, South Lembata, to visit a traditional whaling village where locals still practice the traditional form of whaling with primitive boats, called "pledang", and their harpoons. Women weave beautiful ikats, which can be purchased at the beach. Departure to Maumere.

Day 8 - Maumere

Arrival at Maumere harbor in East Flores. Disembarkation. Transfer to the airport or your hotel. If you want to we can assist in arranging some interesting sight-seeing tours near Maumere.