Watumite Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Riung 17 Island Marine Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Riung Marine Park
Riung is a small fishing village with a handful of humble cottages and home stay options available. Don’t expect much as facilities are limited.
I stayed at Zon Pelo which you cannot miss as it’s right on the pier – I’m talking front row seats! A nights stay will cost 150 000 IDR ($11) for a double room and cold showers.
I was on the fence as to whether I should go to Riung or not. I had the time and I’m so glad I went for it.
The highlight for me wasn’t the island hopping around 17 Islands Marine Park, but the other travelers we met along the route. Because Riung is off the tourist path, there are few backpackers and you will most likely run into everyone in town.
Riung is a remote community so if you’re looking for undiscovered island life make sure you don’t give it a skip.
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17 Islands
Visiting 17 Islands Marine Park in Riung, Flores was a last-minute decision spurred on by a group of equally adventurous travelers.
Riung is well off the tourist track and is must do if you have the time (and patience) to explore this hidden gem on Flores Island in Indonesia.
The village of Riung does not have a beach and you’ll need to hop on a small boat to reach the turquoise waters. These islands are all located near each other, so you don’t spend hours boating between them. Most itineraries take you on a full day island hopping tour. You’ll explore 4 or 5 spots including Bat Island, Rutong Island (with the viewpoint), Tembang Island and Tiga Island.
Along the way, you’ll stop off at a few shallow reefs which offer great snorkeling opportunities. Lunch is a delicious fish BBQ prepared right on the water’s edge and at 4pm the boat will make its way back to Riung pier.
The boats in Riung aren’t overcrowded and the beaches are empty. This was the main attraction for me and the reason I decided to go island hopping in Riung.
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