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Wanukaka River Adventure

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Paddle Through One of Sumba’s Most Beautiful Landscapes.

The Wanukaka River is one of Sumba’s most distinctive and breathtaking natural landscapes.

Unwind as you take a paddleboard or kayak and drift past traditional riverbank villages where daily life unfolds. Residents tend to their homes and animals graze along the banks, all set against a backdrop of lush greenery and wide open skies.

Peaceful, immersive, and deeply authentic, this scenic river adventure is one of the island’s most beloved and memorable excursions.

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Overview

Unwind as you gently float along the Wanukaka River, past riverbank villages, on a paddleboard, or in a canoe and experience the unique and authentic perspective of traditional riverbank life with residents and their animals, such as horses and buffalos. This scenic adventure is one of our most popular excursions.

DIFFICULTY
Medium

DURATION
3 to 4 hours

CAPACITY
8 guests

We recommend scheduling this activity in advance

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