Sumba Overland Road Trip
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What you should know
There are 2 airports in Sumba — one in East Sumba and the other in Southwest Sumba. The airport is East Sumba is Umbu Mehang Kunda. It was previously known as Mau Hau and is located in the town of Waingapu. The airport in Southwest Sumba is called Tambolaka. There is a direct domestic flight from Bali to these airports.
Yes, as Sumba is still new to tourism, you need to go with a guide who understands the area well as some parts of the island has no signal at all and the locals don't speak English.
No need to train up, but you may need sport shoes or trekking shoes
The best months to visit are All months, July, August, September
We recommend the above period because you would have good weather.
Sumba is the newly discovered gem in East Nusa Tenggara. There are a lot of beautiful nature to explore, so get your hands dirty and try camping or cycling! If you're an intermediate surfer, try surfing the powerful waves of West Sumba. Advanced divers can also take on the challenge to conquer the Sumba waters.
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4. Raja Ampat Dives
