Tarung Village
West Sumba · Coordinates -9.6323, 119.4075 · 0 km from Waikabubak
A hilltop traditional village in the middle of Waikabubak, the capital of West Sumba. High-roofed clan houses and stone tombs sit a short walk from the town's shops, and it remains an important centre of Marapu ceremonies.
Directions in Google MapsApple Maps▶ Watch videos🗺️ Full-screen map
Weather now · Waikabubak
Waikabubak
Map
Questions
Where is Tarung Village?
Tarung Village is in West Sumba, Sumba (East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia), at -9.6323, 119.4075. The nearest town is Waikabubak, about 0 km away in a straight line.
When is the best time to visit Tarung 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 Tarung Village?
The closest airport is Tambolaka Airport (TMC), about 31 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 Tarung Village?
Easy to visit if you are staying in Waikabubak. Dress modestly and ask before entering a house.
Nearby
VillagesWaigalli Village
West Sumba
A hilltop traditional village in Wanokaka, West Sumba, with high-roofed houses and stone tombs, close to the field where the Wanokaka Pasola is held..
WaterfallsLapopu Waterfall
Central Sumba
One of Sumba's tallest waterfalls, tumbling down a series of rock terraces inside Matalawa National Park, on the border of West and Central Sumba.
CulturePasola field, Wanokaka
West Sumba
The open field where Wanokaka holds the Pasola, a ritual contest in which riders throw blunt wooden spears at each other on horseback.
WaterfallsSecret spotMatayangu Waterfall
Central Sumba
A hidden waterfall deep in the forest of Matalawa National Park in Central Sumba, reached on foot along a jungle trail.
Share a photo or tip
Been here? Send us your photo or tip. We review every message before publishing.
Updated: 2026-11-11 · Explore this region: West Sumba