Earthquake in Flores: what's the current situation in August 2026?

Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!

Hello, You should look into the exact location of the earthquake and where exactly you plan to go. An earthquake in the Alpes-Maritimes wouldn’t prevent you from visiting the rest of France. If it’s in the region where you’re landing, that’s another story. By air, Ende and Maumere are accessible. Check with your airline to see if your flight has been canceled.

The epicenter was in Mbay* here at 8°31'38.05"S 121°17'45.47"E, 6 km from the north coast, 25 km north of the Ende-Bajawa section of the Trans-Floresian road, 2 km from the Ende-Riung road, and 30 km from Riung. The nearest regularly served airport, Bajawa, is 43 km away, while Ende airport is 55 km away. All distances are as the crow flies. * source: https://french.xinhuanet.com/20260815/e0eac797d307452b86f1551b6925a322/c.html

hi there if you read English, here’s an update from August 21: there are indeed disruptions affecting Flores, but today is the 24th... https://www.ttgasia.com/2026/08/21/flores-tourism-moves-toward-recovery-despite-ongoing-overland-disruptions/

Thanks Partirester! Things are indeed moving forward little by little, but unfortunately our route goes from Labuan to Ende over 9 days

Hi, The latest news says that access to the volcanoes has just reopened. The north coast was hit hard, so it's still not possible to go there, including Riung.

thanks for the info! From what I gather, things are reopening little by little, but for now the marine park is still closed. Hopefully things will have changed by the time we get there.

Hello, my friends on the ground have reported that, apart from the island’s center where there have been quite a few landslides, the most tourist-heavy areas are up and running! The Volcano ascent has resumed, and you can visit Komodo, etc. etc. ... We’re heading there on September 20th for three weeks on this wonderful island, whose people really need tourism right now! Safe travels to you all!