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Sunset over the rolling hills of Bukit Warinding, Sumba

Private & Open Trips Across Sumba

Four to six days from Tambolaka to Waingapu — traditional villages, lagoons, savannas and waterfalls, with a tour leader, nine meals and drone documentation included.

Hotels, twin share
3-star
Tambolaka to Waingapu
4–6 days
Tour leader included
9 meals
Open trip, per person
USD 459

Two Ways to Travel

A private trip or an open trip, your choice.

Same island, same hotels, same inclusions. The difference is who you travel with and when you go.

Private Trip

Your own group, on your own dates.

USD 390–1,020 per person, by group size and trip length

Length
4D3N, 5D4N or 6D5N
Group
2 to 10 guests (6–10 travel in two cars)
Dates
any day, subject to hotel availability
Rooms
twin share, with paid upgrades

Open Trip

Join a scheduled departure with other travellers.

USD 459 per person, 4D3N

Length
4D3N, the same route as the private 4D3N
Dates
fixed weekly departures through 2026
Rooms
twin share with the same gender; private or couple room +USD 99 per room, subject to availability
Ages
10 to 50, as the waterfall treks are steep

Itineraries

Four, five or six days in Sumba.

Every trip starts at noon at Tambolaka in the southwest and ends at 11:00 WITA at Waingapu Airport in the east. Longer trips add more waterfalls, savanna and hills.

Times and stops can shift with weather and conditions on the ground; safety comes first. How booking works

Private Trip Prices 2026

Sumba private trip prices, per person.

The price depends on how many of you travel and for how long. Twin-share rooms; flights not included.

Sumba private trip prices, per person.
Guests USD / person 4D3N 5D4N 6D5N
2 guests 700 850 1,020
3 guests 550 670 800
4 guests 440 540 640
5 guests 530 650 780
6 guests 470 570 670
7 guests 440 530 630
8 guests 390 490 570
9 guests 440 550 640
10 guests 410 500 590
  • The prices above are per Person.
  • 6-10 Person using 2 cars
  • Flights to Tambolaka and home from Waingapu are not included.

From IndonesiaJuara Trip's price list, updated 11 September 2026.

Room upgrades

Per room, per night. Standard stays are Sinar Tambolaka (or equivalent) in Southwest Sumba, then Padadita Hotel (or equivalent) in East Sumba.

  • Sinar Tambolaka Suite room +USD 15
  • Sinar Tambolaka VIP room with living room +USD 45
  • Villa Sinar Tambolaka One-bed villa +USD 35
  • Villa Sinar Tambolaka Two-bed villa +USD 40
  • Padadita Hotel Deluxe room +USD 30
  • Padadita Hotel Junior suite +USD 55
Get an exact quote

Open Trip 2026

Upcoming open trip departures.

Four days, Thursday to Sunday, USD 459 per person. Pick a date and message us on WhatsApp to book.

  • USD 459 per person
  • Twin share, same gender
  • Private or couple room +USD 99
  • Ages 10–50
See all 2026 departures

January 2026

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February 2026

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March 2026

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April 2026

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May 2026

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June 2026

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July 2026

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August 2026

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September 2026

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October 2026

Destinations

Nine stops, west to east.

Traditional villages, lagoons, beaches, waterfalls and savanna. The 4D3N visits eleven of them; the longer trips add the rest.

* On the 4D3N you visit Waimarang or Tanggedu; the 5D4N and 6D5N include both.

When each trip visits them

What's Included

Included in every trip, and what to bring.

Private and open trips include exactly the same things.

Included

  • Entrance fees and donation fees
  • Documentation with drone and mirrorless camera
  • Mineral water throughout the trip
  • Nine meals
  • Tour leader
  • Hotels, twin share: Sinar Tambolaka, then Padadita (or equivalent)
  • Pickup at the meeting point on day one
  • Drop-off at Waingapu Airport on the last day

Not included

  • Flights
  • Personal expenses

Bring with you

  • Sunblock SPF 30–50, sunglasses and a hat
  • Trekking sandals or shoes
  • Drybag or water-resistant daypack
  • Change of clothes
  • Power bank and personal medicine
  • Snacks, supplements and wet tissue
  • A hard disk for your photos (files often exceed 32 GB)

About Sumba

Beauty and culture on one island.

“Sumba is Indonesia's hidden treasure, often called the Hawaii of Indonesia.”

“From pristine beaches to enchanting waterfalls — and a cultural journey into the island's unique traditions.”

“Every trip is guided end to end, from the first pickup at Tambolaka to the last drop-off at Waingapu.”

Organised by IndonesiaJuara Trip

Arrive

Tambolaka Airport (TMC)

Depart

Waingapu Airport (WGP)

Best Time to Visit

Green, yellow, or in between.

Sumba changes colour through the year, and trips run in every season.

How to Book

Booking takes four steps.

Registration is open all year, as long as hotel rooms are available on your dates.

Deposits are non-refundable and cannot be moved to another date, but you may hand your place to someone else.

Our Guests

Our guests' testimony.

What guests have said about travelling with IndonesiaJuara Trip.

Questions, Answered

Before you book a Sumba trip.

Flights, timings, fitness, photos, upgrades and cancellations.

Book Your Trip

Sumba awaits. Book your trip.

Message our team on WhatsApp for dates, availability and an exact quote for your group.