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Sumba — Tanarara savannah (placeholder)

EAST NUSA TENGGARA · INDONESIA

Sumba

Private 4–6 day island tour — savannah hills, hidden waterfalls, empty beaches and living traditional villages.

  • 4D3N – 6D5N
  • Best May – October
  • Private & small groups
  • 19+ destinations

Why visit Sumba

Sumba is one of Indonesia's most striking islands — rolling savannah hills, empty white-sand beaches, hidden waterfalls and centuries-old villages where the traditional Marapu culture still thrives. It feels a world away from the crowds of Bali, yet it's a short flight from Denpasar.

A Sativa private trip covers up to 19 destinations across the island at your own pace, with a private car, a local driver-guide and comfortable stays — so you can focus on the landscapes and the culture, not the logistics.

Highlights

  • Tanggedu Waterfall — Sumba

    Tanggedu Waterfall

    The 'Grand Canyon' of Sumba — tiered pools in a carved gorge.

  • Tanarara Hills — Sumba

    Tanarara Hills

    Endless golden savannah rolling to the horizon.

  • Weekuri Lagoon — Sumba

    Weekuri Lagoon

    A calm, turquoise saltwater lagoon by the sea.

  • Ratenggaro Village — Sumba

    Ratenggaro Village

    Towering peaked roofs and megalithic stone tombs.

  • Mandorak Beach — Sumba

    Mandorak Beach

    A hidden cove framed by a dramatic rock arch.

  • Lapopu Waterfall — Sumba

    Lapopu Waterfall

    One of the tallest, most powerful falls on the island.

Suggested itinerary — 4 days, 3 nights

A relaxed sample route. Every private trip is tailored to your dates and interests; 5D4N and 6D5N add more beaches, waterfalls and cultural stops.

  1. DAY 1

    Arrival & first sunset

    Fly into Tambolaka or Waingapu, meet your driver-guide, transfer to your stay and catch a first Sumba sunset.

  2. DAY 2

    Waterfalls & savannah

    Tanggedu Waterfall in the morning, then the golden Tanarara hills and a traditional ikat-weaving village.

  3. DAY 3

    West-coast wonders

    Weekuri Lagoon, Mandorak Beach and the peaked-roof village of Ratenggaro with its stone tombs.

  4. DAY 4

    Waterfalls & departure

    A final waterfall (Lapopu or Waimarang) and a last village visit before your transfer to the airport.

What's included

  • Private car with an English-speaking driver-guide
  • Accommodation for the nights of your trip
  • Destination entrance fees & local village guides
  • Bottled water throughout

Good to know

  • Flights to/from Sumba are not included
  • Best time to visit is May–October (dry season)
  • Drives between spots can be long — expect scenic roads
  • Fully flexible: we tailor the route to your pace

Ready to explore Sumba?

Tell us your dates and group size, and we'll build a private Sumba trip around you — usually a reply within minutes.

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