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Indonesia: Sumba Island Discovery

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable seven-day adventure through the wild beauty of Sumba Island in Indonesia. Trek to hidden Tanggedu Waterfall and swim in the turquoise waters of Waikuri Lagoon. Watch sandalwood ponies roam free on the golden-green savannah of Wairinding Hill. Get to know the local islanders as you play traditional games and help with farming in Prai Ijing Village and join an ikat-weaving workshop. There will be plenty of reasons to toast your island time as you watch the sunset over the Savu Sea.

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Trip Code: TISU

Start

Tambolaka

End

Waingapu

Destination

Indonesia

Meals

6 breakfasts, 1 dinners

Transport

Private Minivan

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights)

Days

7

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 12

Min Age

15

Style

Originali

Physical

3i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Immerse in Sumba culture as you visit the traditional Ratenggaro and Prai Ijing villages – uncover the secret of the high thatched roofs, play traditional games, learn dances and take part in local farming activities.

  • Make more impact while you travel – support a local restaurant that trains youth in the community in hospitality, then join an ikat-weaving workshop that supports women to escape domestic violence.

  • Take in the rolling savannah landscapes at Wairinding Hill and encounter the wild horses – Sumba sandalwood ponies – that roam freely.

  • Hike to Tanggedu Waterfall, dive into the turquoise waters of Waikuri Lagoon and soak your worries away in the Waikelo natural spring.

  • Enjoy island time and soak up all the free moments you have to relax by the pool, lounge on white-sand beaches and watch epic sunsets (cocktail, anyone?).

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

6 breakfasts, 1 dinners

Transport

Private Minivan

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights)

Included activities

  • Tambolaka - Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Tambolaka - Welcome dinner (restaurant by Sumba Hospitality Foundation)
  • Kodi - Waikuri Lagoon
  • Kodi - Ratenggaro Village visit
  • Tambolaka - Rumah Budaya Sumba (Sumba Cultural House)

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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