Sumba

Sumba extends across 11,243 square kilometers of limestone hills, savannas, and dense jungles east of Bali in the Indonesian archipelago.

The Portuguese first reached Sumba in 1522, followed by Dutch colonizers who integrated the island into their East Indies system by 1866.

Local communities produce intricate ikat textiles using natural dyes and geometric patterns, requiring months of detailed work by skilled artisans.

Visitors reach Sumba through Tambolaka Airport via connecting flights from Bali, with ground transportation necessary for reaching coastal resorts.

The island maintains over 200 bird species, including the Sumba eclectus parrot, while wild horses roam freely across its coastal areas.

Location: East Nusa Tenggara

Elevation above the sea: 604 m

Part of: Lesser Sunda Islands

GPS coordinates: -9.66667,120.00000

Latest update: December 5, 2025 06:34