Poronumbu
This 900-ha forest fragment located close to Waikabubak supports most of sumba’s forest species including all the endemics. The forest covers a low ridge and the lower slopes are heavily disturbed, with maize fields eating into the forest edge.
Getting there
Take the road to Waibanga, northeast of Waikabubak. Just after Dokaka church, 10 km from Waikabubak, take the track on the left to Dokaka village (1 km). continue along the track for a further 3 km to the forest edge. Trails enter the forest and climb the ridge. There are four bemos a day from Waikabubak terminal to Waibanga (IDR 2000 to the Dokaka turning).