Planning a trip to eastern Indonesia? From the traditional villages of Flores to Kupang in West Timor and the beautiful reefs around Alor, this part of Indonesia offers plenty of opportunities for independent travellers.
On Mai & Chris Travel, we share our own experiences travelling around the region, including local transport, accommodation, island connections and snorkelling. Use our guides below to plan your journey through Flores, West Timor and Alor.
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Flores Travel Guide
Explore Flores through our practical travel guides, transport experiences and accommodation reviews. From the highland towns of Ruteng and Bajawa to Labuan Bajo, these articles cover our experiences travelling around the island independently.
- ➡ Things to Do in Ruteng, Flores: A Practical Ruteng Travel Guide
- ➡ Bajawa Travel Guide: Bena and Gurusina Traditional Villages by Scooter
- ➡ Labuan Bajo to Ruteng by Bus: Our Gunung Mas Travel Experience
- ➡ How to Get from Ruteng to Bajawa by Travel Taxi | Our Experience
- ➡ Flying from Bajawa to Kupang with Wings Air
- ➡ AirAsia Jakarta to Labuan Bajo: Flight Review, Baggage Check & Arrival Tips
- ➡ Marcelino Homestay Bajawa Review
- ➡ Lovekend Homestay Ruteng Review
- ➡ A-Manta Homestay Labuan Bajo Review
West Timor Travel Guide
Kupang is an important transport hub for travellers exploring eastern Indonesia, connecting flights, ferries and overland journeys. Our guides cover what we did during a short stay and where we stayed while passing through the city.
- ➡ Kupang Travel Guide: What We Did During a 2-Night Transit Stay
- ➡ Sahid T-More Hotel Kupang Review: Free Airport Transfer and Spacious Rooms
We will also share our experience travelling from West Timor into Timor-Leste via the Atapupu border crossing.
Alor Travel Guide
Alor is an island destination in East Nusa Tenggara that offers rewarding snorkelling experiences and a chance to discover a quieter side of Indonesia. Our guides cover how to get there, where to stay and what we experienced in and around the island.
- ➡ Kupang to Alor (Kalabahi) by PELNI Wilis: Our Overnight Ferry Experience
- ➡ Hotel Melati Kalabahi Review: A Convenient Hotel Just 3 Minutes from the Pelni Port
- ➡ Snorkelling in Alor, Indonesia: Coral Reefs, Marine Life and Our Experiences
Plan Your Eastern Indonesia Trip
Whether you are travelling overland across Flores, transiting through Kupang, taking the ferry to Alor or continuing towards Timor-Leste, we hope our first-hand travel guides help you plan your journey.
We share practical information, honest accommodation reviews and personal experiences to help independent travellers explore eastern Indonesia with greater confidence.
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