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Wae Rebo

Indonesian village on Flores island

Photo: Josep M. Gracia, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Wae Rebo is a village in Flores, Indonesia.

Getting there and around

Getting there

The only way to get to the village is to hike. For a fit person this hike is about 3 hours on small paths through the jungle. Bring lots of water. The path starts in Denge and is very obvious.

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Getting around

Around Wae Rebo, you only have to walk to get to the specific huts. Wae Rebo is a small village, so you will not have to use any modes of transport while getting around.

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UnderstandA traditional village, mostly untouched by technology living in round huts that signify the unity of their village.

Get inThe only way to get to the village is to hike. For a fit person this hike is about 3 hours on small paths through the jungle. Bring lots of water. The path starts in Denge and is very obvious.

Get aroundAround Wae Rebo, you only have to walk to get to the specific huts. Wae Rebo is a small village, so you will not have to use any modes of transport while getting around.

SeeThe village is located at about 1200 m altitude and has a spectacular view. Stay up late and see the most clear night sky you can imagine.

DoWhen you enter the village start by heading to the biggest hut in the middle for the mandatory welcome ceremony. (And a Rp 50,000 donation for a group of 4).

BuyWae Rebo is known for its coffee production which you can buy here.

SleepMost people hike up in the morning stay a night and hike back down the following morning. Sleeping in the village costs Rp 325,000 per person and includes three meals a day, which are vegetarian.

ConnectThere is no cellphone reception in Wae Rebo or the surrounding areas villages. There is a VHF radio in Wae Rebo for emergencies.

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Photo: Josep M. Gracia, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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