Held once a year between February and March, the Pasola festival is a sacred Sumbanese ritual honoring the ancestors and praying for the prosperity of the land. This centuries-old ceremony features skilled horsemen charging across open fields, hurling wooden spears in a powerful ancestral display.
Experience this breathtaking cultural event just moments from Cap Karoso, accompanied by our local team for a meaningful and respectful encounter.
Pasola Kodi Festival Schedule
9 February
Homba Kalayo | 08:00 – 12:00 | ±35 minutes
10 February
Bondo Kawango | 13:00 – 17:00 | ±25 minutes
11 February
Rara Winyo | 08:00 – 13:00 | ±20 minutes
9 March
Maliti Bondo Ate | 08:00 – 12:00 | ±40 minutes
10 March
Wai Ha | 08:00 – 12:00 | ±45 minutes
11 March
Wainyapu | 08:00 – 13:00 | ±60 minutes
Package Details
Price: IDR 750,000++ per person (shared trip)
Duration: 2–4 hours
The package includes transportation, a local guide, a soft drink, a snack, and entrance fees.
Terms & Conditions
- Bookings must be made at least one day in advance.
- This experience is shared with other guests.
- A private trip is available at IDR 1,700,000++ for two people.
- Not recommended for children under 16 y.o.
- All experiences are subject to weather conditions and availability.
- Pasola is a live action ritual and involves inherent risks; guests are required to follow all guidance provided by our local team at all times.
For reservations, please contact:
📧 reservations@capkaroso.com
📱 WhatsApp: +62 361 620 1805
