About
An island of ancient culture, wild horses, and untouched adventures.
Why go
- Feels like a lost world, raw, rugged, and authentic
- Escape the crowds and find total serenity
- Experience a different side of Indonesia
Must try
- See the wild horses galloping on the beach
- Visit traditional villages with unique houses
- Explore Weekuri Lagoon
- See the 'dancing trees' of Walakiri Beach
- Experience the Pasola festival
Pro tips
- Fly to Tambolaka airport (West Sumba)
- Rent a motorbike for flexibility
- Consider a 5-6 day trip for West Sumba
- Plan for 8-9 days to see East Sumba too
- Hire a local driver
Good to know
- Infrastructure is underdeveloped, don't expect large supermarkets
- Internet is slow and unreliable
- Roads can be very adventurous and rough
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Rating
4.6 / 5 (1364 reviews)