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A traditional village in the Umbu Pabal customary area, east of Waibakul, known for its tower-like clan houses that reach up to about 30 metres, among the tallest in Sumba. It is remote and not set up for tourism.
📷 Photos
File photo: Sumba · Irfantraveller (CC BY-SA 4.0) · File photo: Sumba · Sandhi Irawan (CC BY-SA 4.0), Wikimedia Commons
🚗 Getting there: distances and drive times
| From | Straight line | By road (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Waibakul | 5 km | ~5 km · 15 min |
| Waikabubak | 26 km | ~35 km · 1 h 15 min |
| Eco Beach City · Mamboro | 29 km | ~40 km · 1 h 15 min |
| Tambolaka | 49 km | ~65 km · 2 h |
| Tambolaka Airport (TMC) | 50 km | ~65 km · 2 h |
| Waingapu | 68 km | ~90 km · 2 h 45 min |
| Waingapu Airport (WGP) | 72 km | ~95 km · 3 h |
Drive times are estimates for a car with a driver, at about 35 km/h on average including stops and slow village stretches. Allow more time in the rainy season and on the last unpaved section.
🌅 Sunrise and sunset
At Deri Kambajawa Village the sun rises between 05:30 and 06:19 and sets between 17:47 and 18:30, local time (WITA, UTC+8), depending on the month. So close to the equator, days last about 12 hours all year, and it gets dark quickly after sunset.
✅ Plan your visit
- Traditional villages are homes, not museums: greet people, ask before taking photos and before entering a house.
- Visitors usually sign a guestbook and leave a small contribution; going with a local guide makes the visit easier and more respectful.
- Dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees.
- Do not touch or climb on the stone tombs.
📍 Also within 15 km
- Pasunga Village · 8.4 km to the north-west
- Gallubakul stone tomb · 8.7 km to the west
🌦️ Climate near Deri Kambajawa Village by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max °C | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 28 |
| Min °C | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 22 |
| Rain mm | 271 | 280 | 289 | 214 | 83 | 57 | 42 | 45 | 85 | 147 | 191 | 261 |
Monthly averages for 2015 to 2024 from Open-Meteo historical weather data (ERA5 reanalysis, a weather model) for the nearest area: Waikabubak. Treat rainfall as approximate: models tend to overestimate it in dry areas.
Questions
Where is Deri Kambajawa Village?
Deri Kambajawa Village is in Central Sumba, Sumba (East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia), at -9.6176, 119.6455. The nearest town is Waibakul, about 5 km away in a straight line.
When is the best time to visit Deri Kambajawa Village?
All year round. Go in the morning, and check local calendars: ceremonies and the Pasola (February or March) change the rhythm of the villages.
How do I get to Deri Kambajawa Village?
The closest airport is Tambolaka Airport (TMC), about 50 km away in a straight line. Most visitors hire a car with a driver; roads off the main routes can be rough.
How far is Deri Kambajawa Village from Tambolaka Airport (TMC)?
Deri Kambajawa Village is about 50 km in a straight line from Tambolaka Airport (TMC), roughly 2 h by road.
How long is the drive from Waibakul to Deri Kambajawa Village?
Plan on about 15 min for the roughly 5 km by road from Waibakul, and more after heavy rain.
Any tips for visiting Deri Kambajawa Village?
Go only with a local guide who can introduce you, and follow village customs: guestbook, a small donation, ask before photos.
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