Good timing with the ferry. Enjoy Sumba. I spent 5 weeks there about 20 years ago. Seemed quite wild even a little spooky at times. No other western people. Great ikat.
Every time I see those blue skies and blue seas - damn I want to be in NTT!! Excellent video. You really show what a ferry trip is like for the uninitiated. But, I am different to you, Daniel. Maybe I suffer from claustrophobia, but I just have to be topside, out on the open deck, out in the breeze. I LONG to be back in NTT and should be there in June. When last in Kupang, I took a ferry to Savu. It was packed to the gunnels as every item sold in Savu comes from Kupang. I didn't get off in Savu as my visa was expiring, so continued on to Waingapu Where did you stay in Kupang and what was the name of that hotel in Waingapu- it looked good. I am always on the lookout for recommendations If you intend to leave Sumba from Waikelo to Sape, there is a good place to stay in Waikelo. It overlooks the port and is called the "Redemptorist Villa". It's a church operated Conference Centre. They were lovely people and the food was good. I visited the Sumba Museum and Cultural Centre at Kodi. It was excellent. Established by a Catholic priest, Father Robert, to record and preserve the indigenous, animist culture of Sumba. In spite of opposition from conservative colleagues, he has persisted with this important project. Thank you, Daniel, for this very enjoyable video.
@@stevencampbell8465 Hello Steven, and thank you so much for your comments. Always loaded with great information and encouragements. In Kupang, I could recommend Home Stay Militia, which has very good AC rooms with hot shower, Smart TV and comfy bed, and is a 5-minute walk from the Bambu Kuning Se'i Restaurant, but my favourite was a place a few minutes further north called Kupang Inn. This was much cheaper, and while the room was much more basic, it came with with free coffee (and water) and excellent breakfast. the place is also used as "permanent" lodging for Afghan refugees awaiting processing for Canada and other places. Some of them have been there for over 5 years and they are nice people to talk to. The place seen in the video, in Waingapu in Sumba, is called Sacca Residence & Resto. It's reasonably priced and comfortable and while not included in the price, they offer great breakfast in the restaurant. With regards to my upgrading to VIP on the ships, I only do so when travelling overnight on journeys over 24 hours. I find it easier to keep an eye on my gear. But I'm with you with the top deck in the open air, whenever available. Cheers Steven!
Mr i'm nebu I really continue to support chenel,mr I want to ask why you like adventure ❤😅
Always Be Careful 😊
Always!
Fascinating as ever Dan! I love it when your vids pop up on my feed
Thanks. It means a lot to hear that from you. Cheers!
Good timing with the ferry. Enjoy Sumba. I spent 5 weeks there about 20 years ago. Seemed quite wild even a little spooky at times. No other western people. Great ikat.
One of the best places I’ve been to. Great beaches, gorgeous roads (some of them) and amazing waterfalls!
Great info and some beautiful views. Love your picture of Gunung Inerie through the bulls eye ❤
Yeah, that shot was a stroke of luck. Early morning pee, right place, right time, hehe. Just happened to look out the porthole.
Every time I see those blue skies and blue seas - damn I want to be in NTT!! Excellent video. You really show what a ferry trip is like for the uninitiated. But, I am different to you, Daniel. Maybe I suffer from claustrophobia, but I just have to be topside, out on the open deck, out in the breeze. I LONG to be back in NTT and should be there in June.
When last in Kupang, I took a ferry to Savu. It was packed to the gunnels as every item sold in Savu comes from Kupang. I didn't get off in Savu as my visa was expiring, so continued on to Waingapu
Where did you stay in Kupang and what was the name of that hotel in Waingapu- it looked good. I am always on the lookout for recommendations
If you intend to leave Sumba from Waikelo to Sape, there is a good place to stay in Waikelo. It overlooks the port and is called the "Redemptorist Villa". It's a church operated Conference Centre. They were lovely people and the food was good. I visited the Sumba Museum and Cultural Centre at Kodi. It was excellent. Established by a Catholic priest, Father Robert, to record and preserve the indigenous, animist culture of Sumba. In spite of opposition from conservative colleagues, he has persisted with this important project.
Thank you, Daniel, for this very enjoyable video.
@@stevencampbell8465 Hello Steven, and thank you so much for your comments. Always loaded with great information and encouragements. In Kupang, I could recommend Home Stay Militia, which has very good AC rooms with hot shower, Smart TV and comfy bed, and is a 5-minute walk from the Bambu Kuning Se'i Restaurant, but my favourite was a place a few minutes further north called Kupang Inn. This was much cheaper, and while the room was much more basic, it came with with free coffee (and water) and excellent breakfast. the place is also used as "permanent" lodging for Afghan refugees awaiting processing for Canada and other places. Some of them have been there for over 5 years and they are nice people to talk to.
The place seen in the video, in Waingapu in Sumba, is called Sacca Residence & Resto. It's reasonably priced and comfortable and while not included in the price, they offer great breakfast in the restaurant.
With regards to my upgrading to VIP on the ships, I only do so when travelling overnight on journeys over 24 hours. I find it easier to keep an eye on my gear. But I'm with you with the top deck in the open air, whenever available.
Cheers Steven!
Hi Daniel. What's the name of that hotel in Waingapu? It looked good.
Another excellent video. Thanks.