Padadita Beach

East Sumba · Coordinates -9.6417, 120.2811 · 2 km from Waingapu

Padadita Beach, East Sumba, Sumba (2) — Photo: 06Ivonne · CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

Padadita Beach, East Sumba, Sumba (3) — Photo: 06Ivonne · CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

Waingapu's town beach, where fishing boats come in and locals gather in the evening. Not a swimming beach, but a good place to feel everyday life on the east coast at sunset.

Local tipCome at golden hour and try the street food stalls nearby.

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Where is Padadita Beach?

Padadita Beach is in East Sumba, Sumba (East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia), at -9.6417, 120.2811. The nearest town is Waingapu, about 2 km away in a straight line.

When is the best time to visit Padadita Beach?

May to October, in the dry season, when the sea is usually calmer and roads are dry.

How do I get to Padadita Beach?

The closest airport is Waingapu Airport (WGP), about 4 km away in a straight line. Most visitors hire a car with a driver; roads off the main routes can be rough.

Any tips for visiting Padadita Beach?

Come at golden hour and try the street food stalls nearby.