Geotourism Projects

Explore unique geological features of Southwest Sumba's landscapes.

A rugged landscape of volcanic terrain with groups of people walking and gathering in open spaces. The scene is accentuated by lush green forest areas on one side, contrasting with the rocky, gray surface. The presence of smaller peaks and pathways is visible among the larger formations.
A rugged landscape of volcanic terrain with groups of people walking and gathering in open spaces. The scene is accentuated by lush green forest areas on one side, contrasting with the rocky, gray surface. The presence of smaller peaks and pathways is visible among the larger formations.
Geological Research

Studying Earth's history through Southwest Sumba's geology.

A wooden signboard in a natural setting contains information about biodiversity conservation. The sign features text in both Portuguese and English, accompanied by images of various reptiles and other animals. The background shows lush green foliage, indicating a forest or a nature reserve environment.
A wooden signboard in a natural setting contains information about biodiversity conservation. The sign features text in both Portuguese and English, accompanied by images of various reptiles and other animals. The background shows lush green foliage, indicating a forest or a nature reserve environment.
Educational Tours

Guided tours highlighting geological wonders and formations.

A geothermal landscape with a pool of water in the foreground surrounded by rock and soil. Steam rises gently from the surface, blending with the cloudy sky. The horizon shows distant mountains under a pale blue sky, creating a serene and expansive view.
A geothermal landscape with a pool of water in the foreground surrounded by rock and soil. Steam rises gently from the surface, blending with the cloudy sky. The horizon shows distant mountains under a pale blue sky, creating a serene and expansive view.
The image features a geothermal landscape with a large, cracked surface and a mud pool in the foreground. In the background, several people are walking across the barren terrain under a cloudy sky, with distant mountains and sparse vegetation.
The image features a geothermal landscape with a large, cracked surface and a mud pool in the foreground. In the background, several people are walking across the barren terrain under a cloudy sky, with distant mountains and sparse vegetation.
Community Engagement

Involving locals in preserving geotourism heritage and education.

Conservation Efforts

Protecting geological sites for future generations to enjoy.

Geotourism in Sumba

Discover the geological wonders of Southwest Sumba and explore its unique landscapes and rich earth history.

A rugged, mountainous landscape with green and brown hues features a hiking trail winding through it. Small groups of people walking along the path can be seen, indicating a sense of exploration and adventure. The terrain appears natural and slightly barren, with subtle steam rising in the background.
A rugged, mountainous landscape with green and brown hues features a hiking trail winding through it. Small groups of people walking along the path can be seen, indicating a sense of exploration and adventure. The terrain appears natural and slightly barren, with subtle steam rising in the background.
A group of children and an adult are sitting on the pavement in front of a traditional Asian-style garden with a circular moon gate. They are engaged in an activity, possibly drawing or studying, as there are papers and water bottles around them. The garden features neatly trimmed grass, rocks, and a few trees.
A group of children and an adult are sitting on the pavement in front of a traditional Asian-style garden with a circular moon gate. They are engaged in an activity, possibly drawing or studying, as there are papers and water bottles around them. The garden features neatly trimmed grass, rocks, and a few trees.