Capturing pre-wedding shoots in panoramic places have been favored by soon-to-be-married couples since decades ago. Though it’s more likely to cost an arm and leg for some, one cannot simply avoid the urge do to it. Yeah, the price is one thing, but the result that you will hold for the rest of your life is another. Let alone now we’re practically living in virtual reality—you might as well share them with your friends, families, and colleagues. One Destination to boot for is Sumba in East Nusa Tenggara. Pre-wedding locations in Sumba are some of the most exotic spots to take the photos to be shown at your wedding.
So, if you’re also contemplating to take pre-wedding shoots, you may consider these places in Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia for a reference.
- Wairinding Hills. Wairinding is an area of hills located 36 km from Waingapu—the largest town on the island of Sumba. Quoted from the Indonesia Kaya site, this hill is filled with meadow, which can show two different shades of colors during each season. In the dry season (July to October), the grassland will have a yellowish color, and in the rainy season (November to June) it will turn to green color. Thus, you have to pay attention to the month you’re going to have your photoshoot later. However, both seasons may give you the same, beautiful sunset scenery.
- Tanggedu Waterfall. The first thing to note about this location is it’s somewhat remote. According to the Native Indonesia site, visitors need to take a 2-hour car ride from Waingapu to arrive at Tanggedu village. Another 2,5 km walk from the village is needed to finally arrive at the waterfall. But once you’ve arrived there, you won’t lament over the struggle you just had. Bring along your best photographer to capture the beauty of turquoise-color Tanggedu Waterfall placed in between cliffs.
- Walakiri Beach. Located 40 km to the east of Waingapu, Walakiri Beach holds one significant spot that no other beaches may have. This beach has some unique yet exotics small mangrove trees that you can use as your pre-wedding spot. The uneven and titled trees standing at the edge of the beach look like as if they’re dancing. You can shoot some photos before noon to have a blueish background, or during sunset for a pale tint of orange.
Sumba is also known for its woven and weaving craft. Hence, it’s quite a waste if you don’t complete your photo shoots at the pre-wedding locations in Sumba with the handmade woven fabrics the locals made. This also can add value to the scenery you’re having, right? Don’t forget that Sumba is relatively close to the Weh Island and its famous spots which you can visit to extend your trip after your photo shoots. Hope that helps!
