Rua Beach
Pantai Rua
A wide, open white sand beach on the south coast near Wanokaka, with clear water and coconut palms along the shore. Several beach resorts nearby make it a good place to stay overnight and watch the sunrise.
Rua Beach lies on the south coast of West Sumba in the Wanokaka area. The sand is broad and white, the water is transparent, and on one side of the shore there are reef pools to explore. In the evening, herders drive cattle and horses past, giving the beach a pastoral feel. Several resorts and guesthouses are nearby, making this one of the accommodation options on the southern route. It can be visited in the same area as the Pasola festival grounds, Marosi Beach and Nihi Sumba. The open sea has big waves, so take care when swimming.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Nihi Sumba (Nihiwatu Beach)
- Pasola Festival Grounds (Wanokaka)
- Marosi Beach
- Lapopu Waterfall
- Tarung Village
- Praijing Village
- Waikelo Sawah Spring
- Bawana Beach