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Street Scams in Flores, Indonesia
Pickpockets, distraction thieves, fake petitions, and street hustles in tourist areas. Below are the street scams scams reported in Flores — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Lombok, Palawan, and Mandalay.
Last updated: April 4, 2026
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Street Scams Scams
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Total in Flores
How it works
Souvenir shops in Labuan Bajo sell mass-produced dragon figurines, sarongs, and wood carvings falsely labeled as handmade by local Manggarai or Lio artisans. Items are typically manufactured in Java or Bali and are indistinguishable in quality from factory-made goods sold elsewhere in Indonesia at a fraction of the price.
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8 total warnings across all categories