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Conical thatched-roof traditional houses of Wae Rebo village in the hills
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2 Days / 1 Night Wae Rebo Village Trekking Tour

A focused two-day trek to Wae Rebo for clients who want Flores' most distinctive cultural site without building a full overland itinerary around it. It suits fit, adventure-curious travellers who are already spending time in Labuan Bajo.

Duration2 days / 1 night
RouteLabuan Bajo – Lembor – Narang – Denge – Wae Rebo village (return)
Best forFit travellers wanting a short cultural trek alongside a Komodo trip
DepartureOn request, private car and guided trek basis

Package overview

This is a compact version of the Wae Rebo experience: drive out from Labuan Bajo through Lembor, Narang and Denge villages to the trailhead, trek up to the village, spend the night, then trek back down and return the same route the next day. It compresses what is normally part of a longer Flores overland trip into a stand-alone two-day add-on.

Wae Rebo is a small settlement of seven conical thatched-roof houses set in a highland valley, reachable only on foot. Because access depends on the trek and on space in the village's guest accommodation, this product is best positioned to clients already comfortable with a moderate uphill walk and simple, shared overnight conditions rather than private hotel-style rooms with modern amenities.

Trip highlights

  • The drive from Labuan Bajo through Lembor, Narang and Denge villages
  • A multi-hour uphill trek through forest to reach Wae Rebo
  • An overnight stay inside the village's traditional communal houses
  • Close-up time with Wae Rebo's seven conical thatched-roof buildings
  • The return trek and drive back to Labuan Bajo the next day

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Labuan Bajo to Wae Rebo via Lembor, Narang and Denge villages (lunch and dinner included)

The day starts with a drive from Labuan Bajo through Lembor, Narang and Denge villages to the trailhead, then a multi-hour trek uphill through forest to reach Wae Rebo. Guests spend the night in one of the village's traditional houses, with lunch and dinner provided as part of the stay.

Day 2: Wae Rebo back to Labuan Bajo via Denge, Narang and Lembor villages (breakfast and lunch included)

After breakfast in the village, the group treks back down to the trailhead and drives the same route in reverse through Denge, Narang and Lembor villages to Labuan Bajo, where the trip ends with lunch included along the way and guests are free to continue with onward travel or a Komodo boat trip.

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Rates are quoted on request for your dates, party size and hotel category. Send us the itinerary reference and we will come back with a net B2B quotation.

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Frequently asked questions

How difficult is the trek to Wae Rebo?
It is a multi-hour uphill walk on a forest trail rather than a technical climb, but it does require reasonable fitness and suitable footwear; travellers with mobility issues or very limited walking stamina should not be booked on this without a clear conversation first.
What are the sleeping arrangements in the village?
Guests stay overnight inside one of Wae Rebo's traditional communal houses on simple, shared bedding rather than private hotel-style rooms; this should be set clearly with clients expecting resort-level comfort.
Can this be combined with a Komodo boat trip in the same visit?
Yes, this is commonly sold as an add-on either before or after a Komodo boat itinerary, since both start and end in Labuan Bajo; let us know the sequence you want and we can align the schedule.
Is there a village entrance fee or donation expected?
Local entrance or contribution arrangements are handled on the ground with the village; please confirm current terms with us rather than quoting a fixed figure to your client.
What is the best season for this trek?
The dry season from around April to October gives firmer trail conditions for the uphill walk; the wet season can make the forest path slippery and is worth flagging to clients booking outside the dry months.

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