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Justin DallasUpdated 1 Nov 2026Travel Planning
Best Time to Visit Sumba: Weather and Seasons Month by Month
The best time to visit Sumba is the dry season, from May to October, with June to August the pick for beaches.
Justin DallasUpdated 31 Oct 2026Travel Planning
How to Get to Sumba: Flights, Airports and Ferries
The easiest way to get to Sumba is to fly from Bali, with nonstop flights of about an hour to Tambolaka in the west or Waingapu in the east.
Justin DallasUpdated 30 Oct 2026Ocean & Beaches
Marosi Beach Sumba: Visitor Guide & Travel Tips
Marosi Beach Sumba, also known as Pantai Marosi, is a long white-sand beach in Lamboya, West Sumba, known for turquoise water, a rocky islet and powerful surf.
Justin DallasUpdated 30 Oct 2026Ocean & Beaches
Pero Beach Sumba: What to Expect, Best Time to Visit and Sunset Tips
Pero Beach Sumba, also known as Pantai Pero, is a rugged coastal attraction in Pero Batang Village, Kodi, Southwest Sumba.
Justin DallasUpdated 17 Sept 2026Cultural Attractions
Ratenggaro Village Sumba: Traditional Houses, Stone Tombs and Visitor Guide
Ratenggaro Village Sumba is a living traditional village in Kodi Bangedo, Southwest Sumba, known for its soaring thatched-roof houses, hundreds of stone tombs and remarkable setting beside the coast and Waiha River mouth.
Justin DallasUpdated 17 Sept 2026Ocean & Beaches
Mandorak Beach Sumba: What to Expect, Best Time to Visit and Swimming Tips
Mandorak Beach Sumba is a tiny white-sand cove in Kalenarongo Village, Kodi Utara, known for clear turquoise water and two dramatic coral rock formations that frame a narrow opening to the Indian Ocean.
Justin DallasUpdated 13 Aug 2026Snorkeling & Other Water Activities
Sumba Snorkelling: Best Places to Snorkel on the Island
Sumba snorkeling is best around clear coastal reefs, sheltered lagoons and beaches where calm conditions provide good underwater visibility.
Justin Dallas & Steffi FederUpdated 13 Aug 2026Adventure & Active Experiences
Horse Riding Sumba: 5 Best Places to Ride on the Island
Sumba horse riding is a rare way to explore the island at a slower pace, crossing hills, rivers, forests and coast.
Justin DallasUpdated 23 July 2026Ocean & Beaches
Miller’s Right Sumba: Surf Guide, Best Conditions and Travel Tips
Miller’s Right Sumba is a long right-hand reef wave in Tarimbang Bay, known for fast sections, open carving walls and occasional barrels.
Justin DallasUpdated 22 July 2026Ocean & Beaches
Weekuri Lagoon Sumba: What to Expect, Best Time to Visit and Swimming Tips
Weekuri Lagoon Sumba, also called Waikuri Lagoon or Weekuri Lake, is a clear coastal pool known for calm swimming, blue-green water and its setting beside the Indian Ocean.
Justin Dallas & Steffi FederUpdated 21 July 2026Tourism Development
Back to Pony Days: A Conversation with the Founder of Horse Riding Sumba
There are few places left in Indonesia where you can still feel genuinely off the beaten path.
Justin DallasUpdated 17 July 2026Nature & Landscapes
Sumba Waterfalls: The Best Waterfalls to Visit on Sumba Island
Sumba waterfalls offer everything from wide jungle cascades to clear natural pools hidden between limestone cliffs.
Justin DallasUpdated 25 June 2026West Sumba
Things to Do in Kodi: A Practical Kodi Travel Guide
Looking for the best things to do in Kodi?
Justin DallasUpdated 25 June 2026Ocean & Beaches
Walakiri Beach Sumba: What to Expect, Best Time to Visit and Sunset Tips
Walakiri Beach Sumba is one of the easiest sunset spots to visit near Waingapu, best known for its shallow tidal flats, soft reflections and small mangrove trees that create the famous “dancing trees” scene at low tide.
Justin DallasUpdated 25 June 2026Cultural Attractions
Ikat Sumba Weaving: Culture, Craft and Where to See It
Ikat Sumba weaving is one of the most meaningful cultural experiences travellers can discover on the island.
Justin DallasUpdated 24 June 2026Travel Planning
Where is Sumba? Finding An Untouched Island Getaway
Most travellers have heard of Sumba, but few can identify where it can be found on a map.
Justin DallasUpdated 24 June 2026Tourism Development
Isoola Sumba: Boutique Beachfront Resort Coming Soon
Isoola Sumba is a new boutique resort taking shape on the island’s untouched southwest coast — a place built to get it right for Sumba.
Justin DallasUpdated 24 June 2026Tourism Development
Building an Oasis in Paradise Responsibly — Sustainable Luxury, Surf, and Community in Harmony
Let’s start with the inspiration behind Oasis Time Out named Sumba Asia’s #1 destination for 2025 and Forbes Travel Guide placed it in the top 10 global spots.
Justin DallasUpdated 29 Apr 2026Travel Planning
How to Get Around Sumba Island
If you’re wondering how to get around Sumba, here’s our recommendation:book a private car with a local driver.
Justin DallasUpdated 29 Apr 2026Travel Planning
Sumba vs Bali: Why Travellers Are Starting to Look Beyond Bali
Sumba vs Bali, a common discussion tackling the differences between the two most well-known islands of Indonesia.
Justin DallasUpdated 29 Mar 2026Snorkeling & Other Water Activities
Sumba Diving: Explore Ocean Life Beyond the Brochures
Diving in Sumba is not a plug-and-play destination like Bali or Komodo.
Justin DallasUpdated 18 Mar 2026Nature & Landscapes
Where Sunset Meets the Dancing Trees of Sumba
The Dancing Trees of Sumba are wind-shaped mangrove trees located at Walakiri Beach in East Sumba, about 30 minutes from Waingapu.
Justin DallasUpdated 16 Mar 2026Travel Planning
Why Visit Sumba: What Makes This Island Different From Bali
Sumba sits just an hour’s flight east of Bali.
Justin DallasUpdated 27 Feb 2026Property Law
The Legal and Cultural Reality of Buying Land in Sumba
Buying land in Sumba is possible for foreign investors, but only if you follow Indonesia’s legal structures, respect local adat, and understand zoning and permitting rules from day one.
Justin DallasUpdated 27 Feb 2026Investor Guides
Invest In Sumba: What Smart Investors Know
If you’re considering whether to invest in Sumba, the honest answer is you should, but only if you understand that Sumba doesn’t reward shortcuts.
Justin DallasUpdated 11 Feb 2026Cultural Attractions
The Wild Sumba Horses and Their Place in Daily Life
On the island of Sumba, horses are not kept at a distance.
Justin DallasUpdated 11 Feb 2026Tourism Development
Sumba Named The Best Travel Destination In Asia For 2025
Sumba Island has officially been crowned as Asia’s best travel destination for 2025 by TimeOut and ranked 3rd globally by Forbes Travel Guide.
Justin DallasUpdated 28 Jan 2025Travel Planning
Is Sumba Island Safe?
Is Sumba Island safe?
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