East Nusa Tenggara Trip Overview
Located in East Nusa Tenggara, Sumba has become a popular tourist destination, possessing its own charm that never fails to amaze travelers. Situated in the south of Flores Island, Sumba offers more than a unique wildlife and stunning natural scenery, but also a rich civilization from the many traditional villages that are still embracing the indigenous traditions. For those who are interested in a cultural trip with breathtaking natural landscape, then Sumba is the perfect place to be. With its outstanding natural beauty, characterized by wave upon wave of savannah grasslands and limestone hills, along with stunning coastlines, where white sandy beaches meet vast blue ocean, Sumba presents the picturesque panorama for every soul who sets foot there.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 days
Starts: East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting East Nusa Tenggara, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Located in East Nusa Tenggara, Sumba has become a popular tourist destination, possessing its own charm that never fails to amaze travelers. Situated in the south of Flores Island, Sumba offers more than a unique wildlife and stunning natural scenery, but also a rich civilization from the many traditional villages that are still embracing the indigenous traditions. For those who are interested in a cultural trip with breathtaking natural landscape, then Sumba is the perfect place to be. With its outstanding natural beauty, characterized by wave upon wave of savannah grasslands and limestone hills, along with stunning coastlines, where white sandy beaches meet vast blue ocean, Sumba presents the picturesque panorama for every soul who sets foot there.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Sumba!
Stop At: Pero Beach, Kodi, Sumba Indonesia
Straight from the airport, you will get to unwind and eat lunch with a view in Pero Beach. Enjoy the fresh ocean breeze and listen while its majestic waves crash into shore.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Kampung Adat Ratenggaro, Sumba 87112 Indonesia
Located by the seaside, Ratenggaro Village is one of the many villages in Sumba that is still embracing its indigenous traditions. Stepping inside the area, you will feel the megalithic atmosphere right away due to the presence of ancient tombstones and traditional houses of Sumba Tribe.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mbawana Beach, Panenggo Ede, Kodi Bangedo, Sumba Indonesia
The thing about Sumba is that it offers some of the best sunset spots in the world, and one of them is none other than the famous Mbawana beach!
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Ella Hotel Tambolaka, a 3-star hotel.
Day 2: Refresh your body and soul!
Stop At: Waikelo Sawah Waterfall, Km. 9 Jl Waikabubak – Waitabula Desa Tema Tana Kec Wewewa Timur, Sumba 87252 Indonesia
In this area, you will get to see a man-made dam that on a first glance looks like a limestone cave with stalactites and with a calm pool inside. Then you will walk a bit to reach Weekacura Waterfall nearby. This waterfall looks like a small tosca pond, hidden in middle of green paddy fields. Take your time to swim and play around in its clean and refreshing water.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Weekuri Lake, Sumba Indonesia
Without a doubt one of Indonesia’s finest natural attractions and of our customers’ favorite spot, Weekuri Lake is a sheltered inlet filled with dazzling turquoise salt water over white sand.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Mandorak Beach, Sumba Indonesia
A short distance from Weekuri Lagoon is Mandorak Beach, a stunning white-sand beach framed by rocky cliffs. The water here is the same water which flows into Weekuri, so it is no surprise it is also crystal clear.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mananga Aba Beach, Kecamatan Loura, Sumba Indonesia
Also know as Kita Beach, Mananga Aba offers clean white sand, gentle waves and a fantastic sunset view. It is not yet well-known among tourists, so you will feel like you are chilling at a private beach instead of a public one.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Ella Hotel Tambolaka, a 3-star hotel.
Day 3: From western to eastern Sumba.
Stop At: Praijing Cultural Village, Tebara, Waikabubak, Sumba Indonesia
Praijing is another village where its people are still holding tight to their customs and culture. Located on a hill, you will be mesmerized by the view of traditional Sumba houses surrounded by lots of greenery
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lapopu Waterfalls, Sumba Indonesia
90 meters in height, Lapopu is the tallest waterfall in East Nusa Tenggara. It is a multilevel waterfal located on the bank of the Wanokaka River and its water is sourced from a fragment of the Labariri river that emerges from the cave, falling into a turquoise nature-made pool.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Wairinding Hill, Waingapu, Sumba 87112 Indonesia
Endless scenic savannah hills will welcome you here. You can also enjoy a horseback ride while you wait for the breathtaking sunset to come.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Padadita Hotel Waingapu, a 3-star beach hotel.
Day 4: Exploring the eastern side of Sumba.
Stop At: Tanarara Hill, Sumba Indonesia
Another reason why Sumba is called the land of thousand hills is because places like Tanarara, where the 360 degrees view of endless savannah hills will make you stop and think just how small you are in this vast world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Waimarang Waterfall, Waingapu, Sumba 87112 Indonesia
Waimarang Waterfall is the natural and hidden swimming pool of East Sumba. It is perfect for cliff-jumping or just for relaxing and taking a dip in its clear water.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Walakiri Beach, Km. 22 Jl Waingapu – Melolo Maubokul Pandawai, Waingapu, Sumba 87171 Indonesia
Offering a different beach sensation than any other beaches in Sumba, Walikiri is famous for its exotic “dancing” mangrove trees. Their silhouettes mix with twilight sky backdrop will definitely add a dramatic flair to your photos!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Padadita Hotel Waingapu, a 3-star beach hotel.
Day 5: See you again Sumba!
Stop At: Prailiu Kampung Raja Village, Jln Umbu Rara Meha No 22, Waingapu, Sumba 87112 Indonesia
Here you will get to meet the local weavers and the process behind creating the exquisite Sumba Warp Ikat Cloth. Don’t forget to purchase some as your souvenirs from Sumba!
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Brotherhood Hills, Waingapu, Sumba 87112 Indonesia
From atop of the hill, you will be presented by the breathtaking view of Waingapu and the surrounding panorama. This will also be your last attraction in this 5 days 4 nights Sumba Overland trip.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
