Sumba Ikat: Traditional Weaving, Meaning and Buying Tips
If you visit Sumba, you’ll probably see colorful handwoven fabrics hanging in villages, markets or small roadside galleries. Many of ...
Sumba Travel Guide: How to Plan a Trip to Sumba, Indonesia
Plan your trip to Sumba, Indonesia with practical tips on how to get there, where to stay, how many days you need, the best time to visit, and how to get around the island.
Mandorak Beach, Sumba: What to Expect and How to Visit
Planning a visit to Mandorak Beach in Sumba? Here’s what to expect, whether you can swim there, entrance fees, how to get there from Tambolaka, and how to combine it with Weekuri Lagoon.
Marapu in Sumba: What It Is and What Visitors Should Know
What is Marapu in Sumba? This guide explains the traditional belief system, ancestor rituals, its link to daily life, and what travelers should understand before visiting villages or ceremonies.
Traditional Villages in Sumba: Which Ones to Visit and What to Expect
Planning to visit traditional villages in Sumba? Here’s what to expect, which villages are easiest to visit, and where to go for culture, architecture, and a more respectful experience.
Pasola Festival in Sumba: Dates, Meaning, and How to See It
Planning to see Pasola in Sumba? This guide explains what the Pasola festival is, when it usually happens, why it matters in Marapu tradition, and what visitors should know before going.
Wairinding Hills, Sumba: Best Time and Tips
Planning a visit to Wairinding Hills in East Sumba? Here’s what to expect, when to go, how to get there from Waingapu, and whether it’s worth adding to your route.
Walakiri Beach, Sumba: Sunset Tips and What to Expect
Planning to visit Walakiri Beach in Sumba? Here’s what to expect, when to go for sunset, and why the mangrove trees are the main reason most travelers come here.
Weekuri Lagoon (Waikuri), Sumba: How to Visit
Planning a visit to Weekuri Lagoon in Sumba? This guide covers Weekuri, also often written as Waikuri Lagoon, including swimming, entrance fees, how to get there from Tambolaka, and where to stay nearby.
How to Get from Bali to Sumba: Flights, Ferries and Best Routes
Planning how to get from Bali to Sumba? Here’s how flights and ferries compare, which Sumba airport to choose, and what makes the most sense for different travel styles.