Rio Jaman
Private Local Tour Guide in
Indonesia

I didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming a guide. I just grew up loving this island. The volcanic lakes, the hidden villages, the people, the stories – Flores was always home, and somewhere along the way I realized that I love sharing it. So that’s exactly what I do.

I’m a licensed guide for both Flores and Komodo National Park, Labuan Bajo, Ruteng, Bajawa, Kelimutu, Riung, and Wae Rebo. With years of experience welcoming curious travelers as guests, not tourists. And honestly? My favorite part of every journey is always the people – the connections made on the road, the shared meals, the laughter with strangers who leave as friends. That’s what travel is really about.

Two years ago I founded my own company – not just to build a business, but to create a better way to experience this island. Sustainable tourism is close to my heart because this isn’t just a destination to me – it’s home. I want the generations that come after us, both local and traveler, to still be able to witness why this island is so incredibly special to its people. The way we travel today shapes what future generations get to discover tomorrow. So we take that seriously.

Every trip I put together is different because every person I guide is different. Some people want to hike. Some want to sit with a local family and share a meal. Some just want to watch the sunrise over Kelimutu. Whatever it looks like for you – let’s make it happen.

Ready to see Flores from the inside out? Let’s go!