Sarmi Regency

Sarmi Regency is an administrative region in Papua spanning diverse landscapes, from flat coastal strips to high mountains. The territory is divided into nineteen administrative districts distributed across mountainous and coastal areas.

This region was established on December 11, 2002, when it separated from the neighboring Jayapura Regency. The creation marked the beginning of independent administration for this Papua region.

The people here belong to several indigenous groups like the Sobey, Armati, and Rumbuai who have lived in the coastal and mountain areas for generations. This mixed population shapes daily life and local traditions throughout the region.

Visitors should know the region is difficult to access and requires preparation, especially when exploring mountain and forest areas. Transportation happens mainly through coastal settlements, so it helps to get oriented there and plan the best route.

North of the coast lie the Kumamba Islands, an island group that gives the area its maritime character. These islands are part of the regional geography and add to what makes this Papua region distinctive.

Location: Papua

Inception: December 11, 2002

Capital city: Sarmi

Elevation above the sea: 208 m

Shares border with: Jayapura Regency, Central Mamberamo Regency, Mamberamo Raya Regency

Website: http://sarmikab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -2.41667,139.08333

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43