Sumba Tour Questions, Answered

In to Tambolaka (TMC), out of Waingapu (WGP). The route crosses the island and never doubles back, so a return to one airport will not fit.

It starts at 12.00 WITA on day one at Tambolaka and finishes at 11.00 WITA on the last day at Waingapu.

Yes, if you can. If you can only arrive on the day, take a flight that lands before noon. The itinerary cannot be adjusted to a late arrival.

December to March is the green season, when waterfalls run full. June to November is the yellow season, when the savanna turns gold and skies stay clear. April and May sit between the two.

An open trip is USD 459 per person. A private trip starts at USD 390 per person and moves with group size.

A deposit of at least 50% confirms your dates. The balance is due no later than fourteen days before departure. Booking inside fourteen days means paying in full at booking.

A second vehicle joins the group from six passengers and that cost is shared. Eight passengers is the cheapest rate in every column.

Yes. Entrance fees, village donations, meals, hotels on twin share, the vehicle, the tour leader and documentation are all included. Flights and personal spending are not.

A deposit is not refundable, but you can pass your place to someone else by changing the name on the booking.

On 4D3N the route is identical. On a private trip the vehicle and the dates are yours. On an open trip you join a fixed Thursday-to-Sunday departure and share a twin room with a traveller of the same gender; a private room is USD 99 extra.

Moderate to heavy. There are early starts, long drives on rough roads, and short treks down to the waterfalls that can be slippery. Bring trekking sandals or shoes.

The open trip is for ages 10 to 50. A private trip has no age limit and the pace can be adjusted.

Yes. A drone and a mirrorless camera travel with the group and the files are copied to your own drive on day three. Bring a hard disk of 32GB or more.

Telkomsel is the only provider with usable coverage across Sumba.