Wanggameti

East Sumba · Coordinates -10.1164, 120.2362 · 52 km from Waingapu

Wanggameti, East Sumba, Sumba (2) — Photo: Frendi Apen Irawan · CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

Wanggameti, East Sumba, Sumba (3) — File photo: Sumba · Photo: Waskito Kukuh W · CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

The highlands around Mount Wanggameti, the highest point of Sumba, inside Matalawa National Park. Cool forest, mountain villages and endemic birds such as the Sumba hornbill make it a different side of the island that very few visitors see.

Local tipOnly with a local guide and a sturdy vehicle. Bring a warm layer: nights are cool up here.

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Where is Wanggameti?

Wanggameti is in East Sumba, Sumba (East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia), at -10.1164, 120.2362. The nearest town is Waingapu, about 52 km away in a straight line.

When is the best time to visit Wanggameti?

January to April for green hills, July to October for golden savanna. Sunrise and sunset give the best light.

How do I get to Wanggameti?

The closest airport is Waingapu Airport (WGP), about 50 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 Wanggameti?

Only with a local guide and a sturdy vehicle. Bring a warm layer: nights are cool up here.