Occy's Left surf district

Sumba Island, Indonesia

Home to the epic surf break known as Occy's Left, alongside Pantai Kerewei, Waingyapu, Pero and Marosi.

Places in Occy's Left surf district

Rua Beach Resort dining Budget-friendly dining near the island's legendary surf breaks.
Occy's Left surf break bar A bar near the epic surf break, popular with the island's surfing community.

Best time to visit: May to October (dry season) offers the best conditions for surfing and hiking to waterfalls.
Getting around: Sumba has two airports — Tambolaka in Southwest Sumba and Waingapu in East Sumba — and the island must be explored with a driver-guide since most roads aren't on Google Maps.
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (Rp)
Language: Indonesian; Kambera and other Sumbanese languages are spoken.
Timezone: WITA (UTC+8)
Current trends: Sumba's hospitality scene continues to attract world-class luxury travelers, with NIHI Sumba's award-winning 27 thatched villas and Lelewatu's high-end offering reflecting the island's status as one of the world's most exclusive remote getaways, while its legendary Occy's Left surf break and Marapu animist culture preserve Sumba's raw, undeveloped character.

NIHI Sumba estate — Home to NIHI Sumba's 27 thatched villas set in almost 500 acres of wilderness, one of the world's 50 best hotels.
Lamboya & Lapopu district — Home to the Matayangu Waterfall, Lamboya Rice Fields, and the Lapopu Waterfall.