Après trois voyages en routard en Inde et deux au Népal, je suis parti au Cambodge pour 3 belles semaines de découvertes. En Asie du sud-est je ne connaissais que le Vietnam (fait en voyage organisé il y a plusieurs années), pays qui m'avait beaucoup plu et dans lequel je retournerai certainement mais en routard cette fois-ci.
Voici mon itinéraire, il est assez classique, assez "touristique" :
Phnom Penh (2,5 jours) - Kompong Cham (1 jour) - Kompong Thom (1 jour) - Siem Reap (3,5 jours) - Battambang (3 jours dont 2 jours invité à un mariage Khmer à la campagne) - Kompong Chhnang (1 jour) - Sihanoukville (1,5 jour) - Kampot (1 jour) - Kep (1 jour) - Ile du lapin (3 jours) - Phnom Penh (1 jour).
Cet itinéraire permet de visiter la capitale Phnom Penh (et son centre de tortures "S21" qui a participé au génocide de 2 millions de cambodgiens dans les années 70 sous les khmers rouges, sorte d'ultra communistes genre Corée du Nord mais en pire), de faire le tour en plusieurs étapes de l'immense lac Tonle Sap (sorte de petite mer intérieure qui quadruple de volume a la saison des pluies, irrigue les rizières et fournit du poisson en abondance a la population) en s’arrêtant bien sûr quelques jours a Siem Reap pour visiter les fabuleux temples d'Angkor. Puis est venue la redescente progressive vers le sud (Kep, Kampot) et les plages cambodgiennes (Sihanoukville, et surtout Ile du Lapin).
Voici une carte qui permet de mieux se rendre compte des itinéraires possibles.
J'ai bien sûr expérimenté les différents massages (les massages sérieux je précise...😉) : massage khmère (tonique et efficace, proche du massage thai, généralement sans huile), à Siem Reap massage des pieds par des poissons qui vous grignotent la peau (surprenant et chatouillant), massage des pieds (mon préféré, idéal après une journée de marche ou de vélo pour visiter Angkor), massage shiatsu par des masseurs aveugles (efficace et tonique). Prix pour une heure : entre 5 et 8 dollars en moyenne. Les massages avec huile sont toujours 1 ou 2 dollars plus chers que ceux sans huile.
Les habitants sont très très accueillants (j'ai été invité une fois à un diner chez une famille franco-khmère a Phnom Penh, et une fois à un mariage 100% khmer dans un village à 40 km au sud de Battambang, à chaque fois ce sont des gens rencontrés par hasard durant les longues heures de transport (avion ou car). J'ai aussi rencontré pas mal d'expatriés français (dans des restos, dans les transports) avec qui j'ai eu des discussions très intéressantes.
Mes coups de coeur : les temples d'Angkor Wat et du Bayon, Kompong Khleang et son village flottant (à 1h de Siem Reap environ), Kompong Chhnang et ses rizières et son village flottant, l'Ile du lapin (Koh Tonsay en Cambodgien), petit coin de paradis dont on fait le tour en 1h30 à pied (attention, dans un petit village de l'île un jeune du coin prétend que le sentier est interrompu et qu'il faut soit faire demi-tour, soit emprunter son bateau moyennant finances évidemment... cela est bien évidemment faux, le sentier fait tout
le tour de l'île), c'est une île minuscule et très boisée avec juste une soixantaine de bungalows en bambou dont le prix - 5 à 8 dollars la nuit - varie selon qu'il y a ou pas une salle de bains - WC, la qualité du matelas, et l'emplacement du bungalow (proche ou pas de la plage), environ 6 restos, 4 petits salons de massage en plein air et une jolie plage), sans oublier bien sûr la chaleur de l'accueil des habitants du Cambodge.
Mon moment le plus émouvant ce fut la visite du tristement célèbre centre de torture "S21" des khmers rouges à Phnom Penh. Poignant. A visiter absolument (prévoir 2-3 h).
Ma petite déception : la campagne de Battambang, qui est probablement très belle durant la saison des pluies et juste après (jusque décembre-janvier ?), mais ensuite les champs sont secs et jaunis par la chaleur et la campagne perd beaucoup de son charme.
Pour visiter les temples d'Angkor à vélo (le petit et le grand circuit, un jour chacun) : louer de préférence un vélo avec des vitesses (2 dollars par jour), car pour 0,50 dollar de plus qu'un vélo sans vitesses ça vaut le coup pour avancer plus vite sous le soleil dans les longues lignes droites !...😎 Le musée de Siem Reap (sur la route qui mène aux temples d'Angkor) est très beau même s'il est cher pour le pays (12 dollars, prévoir 1h30 de visite).
A Kompong Chhnang, ne pas hésiter à solliciter pour une demi journée les services d'un driver de tuc tuc (8-10 dollars) ou moto (5-6 dollars) anglophone pour vous emmener au village des potiers (poteries non touristiques, à usage local uniquement, donc pas attrape touriste) à travers une campagne magnifique, puis aux villages flottants vietnamiens (les visiter en barque conduite par une femme de pêcheur, 5 dollars pour une heure, 10 dollars pour 2 heures) et enfin aller voir les superbes rizières (bien vertes) au bord du Tonle Sap.
Pour se connecter à internet : le WI-FI est désormais présent dans de très nombreux hébergements et restos. Pas de connexion internet possible sur l'Ile du lapin (sauf pour ceux qui disposent d'une clé USB avec transmission satellite). Sinon il y a plein de cyber cafés dans les villes.
Paludisme : après m'être beaucoup renseigné sur les périodes et les zones du pays infestées (site de l'OMS, Institut Pasteur, mon médecin, des avis d'expatriés), je n'ai pas pris de traitement anti palu, j'ai juste acheté un bon répulsif en France avec 50% de DEET. Effectivement j'ai rencontré très peu de moustiques.🙂
Le Cambodge est cependant un pays moins dépaysant que l'Inde et le Népal pour nous les occidentaux, mais c'est une destination que je recommanderais volontiers comme "voyage de transition, d'acclimatation" à ceux qui hésitent à s'aventurer en Inde ou au Népal : les ressemblances sont nombreuses (influences de l'hindouisme et du bouddhisme oblige), mais le choc est moins fort pour un occidental : l'influence de la religion est moins forte au Cambodge, il n'y a pas de crémations des morts, moins de densité de population, moins de bruits et d'odeurs y compris dans la cuisine, peu de coupures de courant, la population est plus occidentalisée (sauf dans les campagnes). Bref vous l'aurez compris, je suis un grand fan de l'Inde et du Népal !...😉
je suis d'accord avec toi sur presque tout ce que tu as mis. les visites et la comparaison avec l'inde ( le népal je ne connais pas) .
je ne suis pas allé non plus à l'ile aux lapins.
Dommage que pour visiter angkor wat tu n'as pas appelé mon ami khmer , j'avais parlé de toi , mais , bon.......
comme beaucoup de western tu n'as pas été visiter le parc " d'attraction" à siem reap " 11 $ " tu y reste toute la journée et il y a des spectacles sur l'histoire des khmers avec beaucoup d'humour. C'est génial. en général il y a peu de western , il y a surtout des khmers et c'est vraiment bon enfant. Sur 300 spectateurs il y a 5 ou 6 blancs. et il y a des surprises.......
Très bon récit.
Je prépare un voyage Laos Cambodge et ce récit est une vrai mine d'or.
Vs avez beaucoup aimé Kompong Chhnang et Kompong Khleang. Mais Kompong Cham vaut il le détour ?
Et avez vous de bonnes adresses de GH sur Kompong Chhnang, Kompong Cham et sur Siem Reap ? Je recherche à petit prix (10-15$) et calme.
Merci
Pour le logement à Siem Reap je te conseille la Lovely Guesthouse. Excellent rapport qualité prix
http://visitangkor.net/lovelyfr.html mail : jawina2002@yahoo.fr
A Kompong Chhnang, ne pas hésiter à solliciter pour une demi journée les services d'un driver de tuc tuc (8-10 dollars) ou moto (5-6 dollars) anglophone pour vous emmener au village des potiers (poteries non touristiques, à usage local uniquement, donc pas attrape touriste) à travers une campagne magnifique, puis aux villages flottants vietnamiens (les visiter en barque conduite par une femme de pêcheur, 5 dollars pour une heure, 10 dollars pour 2 heures) et enfin aller voir les superbes rizières (bien vertes) au bord du Tonle Sap.
Bonjour,
Nous serons très prochainement à Kompong Chnang. Savez-vous s'il est possible de nous rendre dans les endroits que vous décrivez en louant notre propre moto et en nous y rendant par nous-même?
Nous serons très prochainement à Kompong Chnang. Savez-vous s'il est possible de nous rendre dans les endroits que vous décrivez en louant notre propre moto et en nous y rendant par nous-même?
Cela doit être possible de se débrouiller tout seul mais vous risquez de perdre beaucoup de temps à chercher votre chemin et vous passerez certainement à côté de jolis endroits... Donc je conseille vivement de faire appel à un local qui connaît le coin... Si vous êtes 2, louez un tuc tuc (avec son chauffeur)... 😐
Votre commentaire sur Battambang m'inquiète un peu. Je suis à planifier mon voyage au Cambodge et après Siem Reap, j'avais l'intention de faire un arrêt dans cette ville (autour du 20 mars) pour ensuite me rendre à Phnom Penh. Compte tenu de la sécheresse que vous évoquiez, devrais-je éliminer ces 3 jours à Battambang?
Tout d'abord, j'ai aimé le Cambodge. C'est un pays agréable, les Cambodgiens sont gentils, pas stressés, ça m'a fait beaucoup de bien cette petite parenthèse…
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Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing
July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao
August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide
August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena
August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands
August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts)
August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk
August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar
August 17: Rammang Rammang
August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!
