WELCOME

Welcome to Betelnut Eco Lodge Sumba, an unparalleled off-grid home nestled in the heart of Wainyapu Village, Kodi, Southwest Sumba. We offer a unique family travel experience, where community, Sumba tradition, nature, and slow living converge to create unforgettable memories. Our commitment to sustainability and genuine cultural connection sets us apart, providing a tranquil escape from the ordinary.

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At Betelnut Eco Lodge, we believe in a slower, more meaningful way of living. Our lodge is shaped by the land, built in harmony with the local community, and powered entirely by solar energy since 2014. This isn't just a place to stay; it's a lived-in home where travel transforms into participation, fostering a deeper connection to the vibrant culture and breathtaking natural beauty of Southwest Sumba.

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Days at Betelnut follow the natural rhythms of the sun, the tides, and the seasons. Our spaces are crafted from local materials, meals are shared communally, and children explore barefoot between village paths and the pristine sea. Life here unfolds alongside the warm community of Wainyapu, offering authentic Sumba experiences without staged performances or typical tourist facades.

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Embrace simplicity as a form of care. With fewer distractions, you'll find deeper rest, clearer conversations, and a stronger bond with this special place and each other. Nights are dark enough to reveal a canopy of stars, and mornings are quiet enough to hear the land awaken. Betelnut Eco Lodge exists for travellers who understand that true comfort doesn't require excess, that culture is approached with humility, and that the most profound journeys are rooted in presence.

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Whether you seek gentle wellness, respectful surf, or cherished time with your children in nature, your experience here is intrinsically linked to the soul of Sumba itself. This is not merely a place to pass through; it is a destination to truly arrive and belong.