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Tarimbang Bay

East Sumba · Coordinates -9.9583, 119.9592 · 48 km from Waingapu

Tarimbang Bay, East Sumba, Sumba
File photo: Sumba · Photo: Wybe · CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

A remote bay on the south coast of East Sumba, reached by a long, winding road through the hills. A wide beach, a consistent surf break and almost nobody else make it one of the island's real escapes.

Local tipFill up on fuel and cash before leaving Waingapu; there is very little on the way. A 4x4 or a driver who knows the road helps.

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Where is Tarimbang Bay?

Tarimbang Bay is in East Sumba, Sumba (East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia), at -9.9583, 119.9592. The nearest town is Waingapu, about 48 km away in a straight line.

When is the best time to visit Tarimbang Bay?

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

How do I get to Tarimbang Bay?

The closest airport is Waingapu Airport (WGP), about 49 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 Tarimbang Bay?

Fill up on fuel and cash before leaving Waingapu; there is very little on the way. A 4x4 or a driver who knows the road helps.

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Updated: 2026-11-11 · Explore this region: East Sumba

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