Waingapu: Nature’s Gift to East Nusa Tenggara
Waingapu, Indonesia, is a town in East Nusa Tenggara. The main economic driver in the area is subsistence agriculture. Tourists can get to the town through the nearest airport, which is the Umbu Mehang Kunda Airport (WGP).
Best Time to Visit
With a tropical savanna climate, the best time to visit Waingapu is during the months of June through September. The busiest months are usually March, April, and June. Tourists are least likely to visit in September. One of the most anticipated events nearby is the Bau Nyale Festival in Kuta, which is held every February or March. Celebrating the worm-like nyale, it features live bands and stick fighting. Another nearby event to look forward to is Perang Topat in Mataram, which is held every November or December. It is a prominent rice war event that features a costume parade.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of the most popular attractions in the area is Komodo National Park. It consists of 3 big islands Komodo, Padar, and Rinca, and 26 small islands. It was established in 1980 to preserve and protect the Komodo dragon in the area. It was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. Tourists should also visit Kelimutu National Park. It is home to some endemic mammals like Bunomys Naso and Hainald’s rat. It also has an arboretum housing more than 70 types of tree plants. Various Waingapu hotels like Villa Amidala Waingapu guarantee a quality experience of luxurious, Indonesian hospitality at competitive rates. Pondok Wisata Pantai Cemara provides compelling accommodation packages that appeal to all kinds of guests.
