Destinations & Regions
Southwest Sumba
Well placed for Kodi, Weekuri Lagoon, Mandorak Beach and Ratenggaro, with Tambolaka Airport serving the western side of the island.
Best for: Kodi culture, lagoons, beach days and western arrivals.
5 articles on Southwest Sumba
Justin DallasUpdated 25 June 2026West Sumba
Things to Do in Kodi: A Practical Kodi Travel Guide
Explore the best things to do Kodi, from Weekuri Lake and beaches to villages, surf stops and local tips in this practical Kodi travel guide.
Justin DallasUpdated 22 July 2026Ocean & Beaches
Weekuri Lagoon Sumba: What to Expect, Best Time to Visit and Swimming Tips
Visit Weekuri Lagoon Sumba for clear water, calm swimming and coastal views. Learn the best time to go, costs, travel tips and nearby Kodi stops.
Justin DallasUpdated 17 Sept 2026Ocean & Beaches
Mandorak Beach Sumba: What to Expect, Best Time to Visit and Swimming Tips
Visit Mandorak Beach Sumba for turquoise water, dramatic rock formations and ocean views. See swimming tips, access, fees and nearby stops.
Justin DallasUpdated 17 Sept 2026Cultural Attractions
Ratenggaro Village Sumba: Traditional Houses, Stone Tombs and Visitor Guide
Visit Ratenggaro Village Sumba to see towering traditional houses, stone tombs and Marapu culture, with tips on access, fees and what to expect.
Justin DallasUpdated 30 Oct 2026Ocean & Beaches
Pero Beach Sumba: What to Expect, Best Time to Visit and Sunset Tips
Explore Pero Beach in Sumba, known for its dramatic coastline, fishing village and sunsets. Find directions, things to do and travel tips.
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Where to stay
Accommodation in Southwest Sumba
Top recommendationSouthwest Sumba, near Tambolaka Airport
Maringi Sumba by the Sumba Hospitality Foundation
Eco resort
Maringi Sumba is a purpose-led eco resort where comfortable stays, student-led hospitality and responsible tourism directly support opportunities for Sumba’s young people.
Top recommendationKodi, Southwest Sumba
Betelnut Eco Lodge
Eco lodge
An intimate, solar-powered beachfront eco lodge in Kodi where families, couples and conscious travellers experience slow living, village connection and nature-led adventure.
Karoso Beach, Kodi, Southwest Sumba
Cap Karoso
Beach resort
A beach resort and working farm on Karoso Beach in Kodi, Southwest Sumba, with 40 rooms, 20 villas and food grown on site.
Kalena Wano, Tambolaka, Southwest Sumba
Sinar Tambolaka Hotel
Hotel
Google: 4.1 / 5 from 1,245 reviews
Weerena, Tambolaka, Southwest Sumba
Sima Sumba Hotel
Hotel
Google: 4.4 / 5 from 329 reviews
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