Wae Rebo village is a traditional house of the Mangarai ethnic in Flores Island, East Indonesia. The village is located 1.200 meters above sea level. Surrounded by beautiful mountains and rainforests, the Village attracts millions of world travelers. On this page, you will know the way to get to Wae Rebo from Bali.
A trip to Wae Rebo village from Bali is one of the best choice to visit the Village. However, it is a little bit hard to get information on how to get there. For most travelers, traveling to Wae Rebo is a popular activity to do after Bali and other interesting places in Indonesia.
The existence of its village is the fact that the traditional houses of Wae Rebo remain the ancient heritage. And they protect it as the legacy of the Manggarai ethnic descent. Wae Rebo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
How to Get to Wae Rebo Village from Bali?
Getting to Wae Rebo Village is not an easy way to organize. All you need to do is arrange transport from Bali to Labuan Bajo or other similar cities on Flores Island. And then, book a 2D1N Wae Rebo Village tour package from Labuan Bajo.
The following are the complete ways to get to the Wae Rebo village tour:
- Flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo. The flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo will take approximately 1 hour. Once you arrive at Labuan Bajo, you can join the Wae Rebo Village tour package.
- Boat trip from Lombok for 4 Days. This boat trip will include a visit to Komodo National Park. And then, you will continue a trip to Wae Rebo village for 2 days and 1 night.
- Ship from Bali or Lombok. The big ship from Bali or Lombok departs twice a month. It takes about 32 hours to get to Labuan Bajo. Big ship to Labuan Bajo depart from Benoa Bali and Lembar Harbor in Lombok.
Read also page: Top 5 Komodo Island Boat Tour Packages from Labuan Bajo
What to Experience during the Wae Rebo village trip from Labuan Bajo?
Wae Rebo offers authentic culture and the beauty of nature. On this trip, you will also experience Lingko Lodok and Denge Village. Ricefield in Lembor is also the best to see.
The following are things to experience during the 2-day tour package to Wae Rebo Village:
- Visit Melo Village. This village is located close to Labuan Bajo. It is about a 15-minute drive from Labuan Bajo. Melo village offers a beautiful view.
- Experience the spectacular rice field in Lembor. Lembor is one of the largest rice fields on Flores Island. You will enjoy the view along the way. In Lembor, you can also have lunch in some restaurants or Warung along the main road.
- Take a few steps to enjoy Denge village with its beautiful view. You will get out of the car and start to trek to Wae Rebo.
- Trekking to Wae Rebo for 3 hours. Enjoy the rainforest, river, and bird singing along the way. This could be a great adventure in your life.
- Experience the authentic traditional houses in Wae Rebo Village. Interact with local people, stay a night in one of the traditional houses, have an originated coffee, take pictures, and experience the sunrise.
- Visit Spider Web rice field. Enjoy the spectacular view of a unique Lingko Lodok. This Lingko Lodok represents the way the Mangarai ethnic divides the land. You will hike a little bit to the top point to get an amazing view.
The Best Time to Visit Wae Rebo Village
Indonesia has two seasons every year, the dry sea and the rainy season. The dry season is coming from April to September. Meanwhile, the rainy season is coming from October to March.
The best suggestion to visit Wae Rebo is during the dry season. From Apri to September. However, you can also visit the Village during the rainy season. You can try to join the tour package to Wae Rebo in November, December, and March.
Between May to August, there will be a ritual ceremony called Penti. This ritual represents the farm produce of the people in the village. The ritual is held once a year. If you travel during this time, you can see this ritual.
What should you bring on the trip?
This trip to Wae Rebo village is a type of adventure, it is advised to prepare physically. Make sure you are in good health, with no heart attack or other dangerous health problems.
You will have to bring trekking shoes, a coat, a headlamp, medicine, and enough cash. There will be no shopping center, hospital, electric city, or internet signal in the village. Therefore, you will need to prepare well for yourself.
Before you enter the village, there will be a ceremonial or welcome ceremony. They call it Tuak Kepok. You will have to pay the donation for Wae Lu’u. This Wae Lu’u means to honor the ancestors of the village. After this welcome ceremony, you are directed to the traditional house.
What is included and excluded from the price?
The 2-day 1-night Wae Rebo tour package from Labuan Bajo will include a tour guide, driver, private car, entrance fee, 1-night stay in Wae Rebo, and meals. This tour will start from Labuan Bajo and will drive 5 to 6 hours to Wae Rebo. In Denge Village, you will stop for coffee or tea. enjoy the local village welcome you.
This trip will not include personal expenses, insurance, tips for a guide, or a mobile sim car. It is recommended you bring your own. You can buy a mobile sim card in Labuan Bajo before the trip. There is no shopping center in the village.
If you have a problem during the trip, you should talk with the tour guide or let them know if anything happens to you. The tour guide to Wae Rebo is professional and has experience in taking care of guests for more than 5 years. We ensure that the guide is friendly and professional in taking care of all the tourists who join the tour package to Wae Rebo village from Bali.