Major city · Indonesia
Maumere
Give Maumere one night as a Flores road or flight stop, or two if you want a beach base east of town; skip it as a destination in its own right.
Maumere is a small port town on Flores's north coast, useful mainly as the island's eastern air gateway and a break on the long road between Ende and Labuan Bajo. The town itself has little to see; the beaches and dive sites sit 3–30 km east or west, so where you sleep matters more than what you do. Two nights is enough for most travellers, one if you are only passing through.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Nov (dry season)
- avoid Dec–Mar (rain and rough seas)
- Airport
- MOF
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 6Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Indonesia ↗Buy the visa on arrival or e-visa only on the official Immigration portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Indonesia ↗Complete the All Indonesia digital arrival and customs form before landing; it is free.
- Indonesia ↗Foreign visitors to Bali pay a one-off tourist levy; keep the payment proof on your phone.
- Indonesia ↗Riding a motorbike needs a valid licence that covers motorbikes (an international permit alongside your own) and a helmet; check your insurance covers it.
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Maumere112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Maumere, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyMaumere is a low-crime town; the real issues are unlit roads after dark, scooter riding without a licence or helmet…
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers112 General emergency · 110 police · 118 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMOF Frans Xavier Seda Airport (Wai Oti) (About 3 km (1.9 mi) from the centre; flights link to Bali, Kupang and Labuan Bajo, often via one stop.).MOF Frans Xavier Seda Airport (Wai Oti) (About 1.9 mi (3 km) from the centre; flights link to Bali, Kupang and Labuan Bajo, often via one stop.).
- Getting aroundOjek rides around town cost about Rp5,000 and bemos about Rp1,000 in town, Rp3,000 outside.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerBintang beer, large bottleRp40,000–70,000
- Budget bedGuesthouse or homestay room, a night, per roomRp100,000
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse or homestay room, a night, per roomRp200,000
- High-end bedGuesthouse or homestay room, a night, per roomRp350,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp400,000 · Mid Rp800,000 · High Rp1,800,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MOF Frans Xavier Seda Airport (Wai Oti) (About 3 km (1.9 mi) from the centre; flights link to Bali, Kupang and Labuan Bajo, often via one stop.)MOF Frans Xavier Seda Airport (Wai Oti) (About 1.9 mi (3 km) from the centre; flights link to Bali, Kupang and Labuan Bajo, often via one stop.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Dec
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Apr–Nov. Avoid: Dec–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Oct (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jan (18 rain days), driest Aug (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Maumere: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Nov
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Ojek rides around town cost about Rp5,000 and bemos about Rp1,000 in town, Rp3,000 outside. A scooter rents for roughly Rp100,000 a day. For the out-of-town beaches, agree the fare before you get in; some hotels run free transfers.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kelimutu crater lakes
overnightDoor to door: 4–5 h each way
Road via Ende, about 4–5 h; most travellers sleep in Moni the night before
Too far to return the same day; break the trip in Moni.
Door to door: About 5 h
Bus from the west terminal, about 5 h
The road link west along Flores; buses circle town until full.
Door to door: Two days
Bus via Bajawa, with an overnight stop
Not a day trip; the bus sleeps in Bajawa.
Riung
cautionDoor to door: Check
Road west along the north coast
Possible with your own transport; confirm road conditions locally.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Maumere town centre
Guesthouses, warungs, ATMs and the Pelni office within walking distance; no beach.
East of town (Wodong, Lena's, Ankermi)
Beach bungalows 8–29 km (5–18 mi) out; you eat at your hotel, so check the restaurant before booking.Beach bungalows 5–18 mi (8–29 km) out; you eat at your hotel, so check the restaurant before booking.
West of town (Wailiti, Gading)
3–10 km (1.9–6.2 mi) out; resorts with pools and dive operations, and free transfers at some.1.9–6.2 mi (3–10 km) out; resorts with pools and dive operations, and free transfers at some.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp350,000–600,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp600,000–1,200,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp1,200,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Beach bungalow1 × 2 nights × Rp300,000 | Rp600,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × Rp800,000 | Rp3,200,000 |
| Ojek airport to town2 × Rp5,000 | Rp10,000 |
| Scooter rental, one day2 × Rp100,000 | Rp200,000 |
| Two-dive day with equipment and lunch2 × Rp1,200,000 | Rp2,400,000 |
| Boat trip with a local fisherman, one day1 × Rp450,000 | Rp450,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp686,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp1,887,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp7,546,000≈ US$500 |
2026 estimate in rupiah; flights and long-distance buses excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Warung meal (nasi campur, soto ayam, ikan bakar) | Rp25,000–60,000 |
| Fresh fish or seafood plate | Rp60,000–150,000 |
| Bintang beer, large bottle | Rp40,000–70,000 |
| Scooter rental, one day | Rp100,000 |
| Ojek around town | Rp5,000 |
| Bemo around town / outside town | Rp1,000 / Rp3,000 |
| Two-dive day trip with lunch | US$75–80 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Beach hotels are 3–30 km (1.9–19 mi) from town: without your own transport you are stuck with the hotel restaurant.Beach hotels are 1.9–19 mi (3–30 km) from town: without your own transport you are stuck with the hotel restaurant.
- Dive shops often need two or more guests before a boat leaves; solo divers should arrange ahead.
- Pelni ferry schedules change at short notice and the local office plans only about two weeks out.
- Karaoke bars outside town are the local nightlife; some double as venues for prostitution.
Emergency numbers
- General emergency
- 112
- Police
- 110
- Ambulance
- 118
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Emergency
- General emergency112
- Police110
- Ambulance118
Embassy
No embassies in Maumere; the nearest consulates are in Bali (Denpasar) and the embassy is in Jakarta. Check your own country's list before you travel.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ojek airport → town centre: about Rp5,000
- Bemo around town: about Rp1,000
- Scooter rental, one day: about Rp100,000
Say or show
- Selamat pagi — Good morning (suh-LAH-mat PAH-ghee)
- Terima kasih — Thank you (tuh-REE-mah KAH-see)
- Berapa harganya? — How much is it? (buh-RAH-pah har-GAH-nyah)
- Di mana pantai? — Where is the beach? (dee MAH-nah PAN-tie)
- Saya mau ikan bakar — I would like grilled fish (SAH-yah mow EE-kan BAH-kar)
- Tolong — Help (TOH-long)
Cash is king outside the resorts; ATMs in town accept international cards but can run dry.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Maumere. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Nov (dry season) · avoid Dec–Mar (rain and rough seas) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for MOF: last flight arrivals, ojek and bemo fallbacks, hotel transfer options.
- Beach-base pages with verified distances, restaurant checks and dive-shop minimums.
- Road-leg pages for Ende, Moni, Bajawa and Labuan Bajo with realistic drive times.
- Pelni port fixture: two-week schedule window and ticket-office location.