Things to do & see
Beaches, lagoons, waterfalls and hills worth the drive.
Surfing in Sumba: waves, seasons and what to know before you go
Empty reef breaks, river-mouth peaks and long rights a boat ride offshore: how to surf Sumba well, safely and with respect for the people who live by these waves.
Sumba vs Bali vs Flores: which island is right for you, and how to combine them
Three islands, three very different trips: an honest comparison of crowds, nature, culture, beaches, prices and comfort, plus the routes that let you see two or all three.
Best time to visit Sumba: a month-by-month guide
Green hills or golden savanna, roaring waterfalls or clear pools, Pasola horsemen or empty surf: in Sumba, the month you choose decides the trip you get.
Sumba itinerary: 5, 7 and 10 days from west to east
Fly into Tambolaka, cross the island through villages, waterfalls and savanna, and fly out of Waingapu without wasting a single day backtracking.
Sumba's beaches, lagoons and waterfalls: nine places worth the drive
From a turquoise lagoon in the north-west to mangroves that seem to dance at sunset in the east.