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This is not an escape from everyday life. It is the return to a life well lived. Where rugged luxury meets unregulated freedom. A place to connect with something larger than oneself. A haven for the adventurer, for the wanderer. The endlessly passionate and curious. Arrive with an open heart and leave changed forever. This is vacation with a purpose. A destination with meaning. This is Nihi Sumba.
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Take a moment. Draw a deep breath into your lungs. Open your eyes and pull back the curtains of your bedroom. Miles and miles of blue ocean stretching in all directions. Your new home is Raja Mandaka. The owner’s five-villa estate and the crown jewel of Nihi Sumba Island. Give in to absolute luxury. You belong here.
You wake to the sound of chirping birds. You fall asleep to the music of waves crashing softly in the distance. You are in the childhood treehouse of your dreams. High above the ground, far away from stress and distraction, you are alive and one with nature. Welcome to Mamole treehouse, let us remind you what it means to be young with an old soul.
When reaching the edge of wildness isn’t enough, travel just a little more, farther down the path. Reach Haweri: the most private estate in all of Nihi Sumba Island. The sprawling, intricate beachside property is home to the founders and creators of Nihiwatu. Make it your own.
You meditate as the sun rises. You use the quiet estate for private yoga. You stroll through the sloping organic gardens. You soak in your outdoor tub as the sun sets. You are hypnotized by the dancing flames of your personal bonfire. Your own hilltop retreat, where the world feels at your fingertips. Puncak is everything you need.
Think views. A few inches of glass are all that separate you from a giant swath of blue ocean. A pool large enough for family and friends. Direct beach access. A spacious outdoor dining and entertaining area. Luxury and convenience in equal measure. If Lantoro feels like your home, it’s because it was designed to.
Tucked away in the trees. Complete peace. Complete quiet. Dramatic views. Your own private outdoor lounge and large swimming pool. Welcome to Wamoro. Your stately jungle hideaway.
Your love of chasing the perfect wave has led you to this place. Perched on the edge of the estate, you admire the scope and strength of Nihi Sumba Island’s famous left hand wave. You know getting a good ride will not be as easy as it looks. But at Kasambi, you have the advantage of studying it throughout the day. Soon, you will make the right pick and be rewarded. Kasambi is a surfer’s villa dream.
Your lush backyard leads straight to the Indian ocean. Your private outdoor bed overlooks a seaside cliff. Your grand soaking tub is made for two. Your dining table is poised to serve dinners in soft night air. You are in Marangga. Nihi Sumba Island’s most intimate hideaway.
Tucked away. Private. Intimate. Cozy. Watch the waves at the edge of your private lawn. Feel beach at your fingertips. Listen to the chirping birds in your private garden. Welcome to Lamba, secluded and convenient. Paradise.
Spacious rooms, exquisite interiors, beautifully appointed at every turn. A shaded living area that welcomes just enough sunlight. The perfect amount of space. This is Lulu. For those who appreciate luxury and design.
Unparalleled views. Privacy. Space. A sense of home. Perched high above the rest of the villas sits Kanatar. The Indian ocean stretching out in front of you as you sip your morning coffee from your spacious second floor balcony. Your new favorite routine. Welcome home.
You meditate as the sun rises. You use the quiet estate for private yoga. You stroll through the sloping organic gardens. You soak in your outdoor tub as the sun sets. You are hypnotized by the dancing flames of your personal bonfire. Your own hilltop retreat, where the world feels at your fingertips. Puncak is everything you need.
Think views. A few inches of glass are all that separate you from a giant swath of blue ocean. A pool large enough for family and friends. Direct beach access. A spacious outdoor dining and entertaining area. Luxury and convenience in equal measure. If Lantoro feels like your home, it’s because it was designed to.
Tucked away in the trees. Complete peace. Complete quiet. Dramatic views. Your own private outdoor lounge and large swimming pool. Welcome to Wamoro. Your stately jungle hideaway.
Your love of chasing the perfect wave has led you to this place. Perched on the edge of the estate, you admire the scope and strength of Nihi Sumba Island’s famous left hand wave. You know getting a good ride will not be as easy as it looks. But at Kasambi, you have the advantage of studying it throughout the day. Soon, you will make the right pick and be rewarded. Kasambi is a surfer’s villa dream.
Your lush backyard leads straight to the Indian ocean. Your private outdoor bed overlooks a seaside cliff. Your grand soaking tub is made for two. Your dining table is poised to serve dinners in soft night air. You are in Marangga. Nihi Sumba Island’s most intimate hideaway.
Tucked away. Private. Intimate. Cozy. Watch the waves at the edge of your private lawn. Feel beach at your fingertips. Listen to the chirping birds in your private garden. Welcome to Lamba, secluded and convenient. Paradise.
Spacious rooms, exquisite interiors, beautifully appointed at every turn. A shaded living area that welcomes just enough sunlight. The perfect amount of space. This is Lulu. For those who appreciate luxury and design.
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The hub of social activity is the main sandy-floored Ombak restaurant and bar lounge. Ombak, an exquisitely crafted open-air restaurant, serves a la carte breakfast and dinner daily with a relaxed convivial atmosphere. During the week Nihi create special dining experiences including spectacular BBQs.
Just bare footsteps from the sea, the Nio Beach Club offers open-aired pavilions and the Kapten’s Goa serving the highest quality of fresh ingredients for lunch: whether it is a fish just caught from sea, delicious vegetables and legumes from the resort's three thriving organic gardens, items from the grill, daily rotisserie or freshly made pizzas from wood fired clay oven, the Chef and his brigade will satiate your appetite with sumptuously healthy dishes. Lunch or snacks are served by the pool, and for special occasions, Nihi Sumba creates magical settings for romantic dinners.
The latest addition to Nihi's dining experiences is Kaboku, beachfront sushi bar. Watch the resort's sushi chefs prepare an assortment of catch-of-the-day, against a backdrop of brilliant sunsets and a roaring beach fire. Limited to six people per seating, the restaurant is open five nights a week from 6pm until 10pm, with advance reservations. The seven-course menu of local ingredients also includes avocado tofu, shrimp dumplings, Teriyaki dishes, miso soup, desserts, and more.
Open-air Ombak Bar serves freshly prepared smoothies, fruit-infused daiquiris, rum-addled caipirinhas and an excellent mojito made with home-grown mint. Open in the early evenings, the Boat House bar is an upmarket surfer’s hangout, complete with a bonfire on some nights; both offer fresh-off-the-boat sashimi to nibble on with a sundowner.
With a passion for bringing the best elements of nature for healing & relaxing journeys, Nihi offers a curated collection of indulgent experiences designed to deliver results and nurture you inside and out. Whether that includes yoga at dawn with breathtaking views or sunset massages overlooking miles of Nihi Beach on the Indian ocean coastline, we are here to create bespoke experiences that cater to your passions and interests.
NihiOka Spa Safari
The day begins just after sunrise with a 90-minute trek followed by a full breakfast. After breakfast your spa therapist will show you to your private cliff side room. Once settled, you may choose to enjoy a swim in the ocean or simply dive right in to your selection of treatments, which range from body wraps and scrubs to 90 minute massages and an organic facial.
Yoga and Wellness
Yoga and wellness is an integral part of the Nihi Sumba experience. The design of Nihi's yoga pavilion reflects just that: a breathtaking platform set atop a cliff side ridge offers sweeping views of Nihiwatu Beach on the Indian Ocean. The schedule caters to all levels, honoring limitations while also elevating each student their highest potential through an integrated journey of body, mind, and spirit.
Boathouse Spa
Perched above the crashing waves of the Indian ocean, Boathouse Spa is an experience not to be missed. Nihi offers a range of treatments from manicures and pedicures to its signature Nihi massage that can be enjoyed on site as well as in the privacy of your own room or any one of the resort's picturesque spa bales that punctuate the property.
Trekking and Excursions
Sumba is a magical Island, a landscape filled with natural wonderment and geographical opulence. Tailor-made itineraries include everything from visits to local Stone Age sites and traditional villages to picnics under breathtaking Lapopu and Blue waterfalls to butterfly and nature trails. Nihi offers some of the most breath-taking, diverse hiking Indonesia has to offer.
All meals – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
All Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Wi-Fi Internet
Stand-up Paddle Boarding
Snorkelling
Scheduled Group Yoga & Meditation Classes
Mini Bar (1 full re-stock per day, including beers and spirits)
Morning/Afternoon Snacks
Laundry (dry cleaning is not available at the resort)
Scheduled Excursions & Activities on Land
Trips to Sumba Foundation Projects
Deep Sea Diving Equipment
Surfing Equipment
NihiOka Spa Safari
Large Infinity Pool
High Class Horse Stables
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / Lounge
2km Private Beach
Babysitting
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Organic Garden
Snorkelling
Scheduled Group Yoga & Meditation Classes
Mini Bar (1 full re-stock per day, including beers and spirits)
Morning/Afternoon Snacks
Laundry (dry cleaning is not available at the resort)
Scheduled Excursions & Activities on Land
Trips to Sumba Foundation Projects
Deep Sea Diving Equipment
Surfing Equipment
Nihi Sumba Island is host to one of the world’s most coveted private waves. Known as “God’s Left,” or often “Occy’s Left”, the wave is popular for its character. Even for the most experienced surfer it presents a challenge because it is so sensitive to different conditions: tides, size, strength, and direction. Novice and first-time surfers can still get their feet wet with lessons on Nihiwatu beach, depending on the swell. Calmer waters can often be found at nearby Coconut Cove, where surfers can spend half a day with breakfast or lunch and do some light surfing, then be driven back to the resort.
Nihi’s state of the art equestrian facility, Sandalwood Stables, offers the perfect vacation for horse lovers. The resident horse whisperer, Carolyn Sharpe, has handpicked an exceptional team of local sport horses ready to carry guests off into the sunset and beyond. Depending on the time of year, guests might be lucky enough to see one of the foals in training!
Deep sea fishing off of the coast of Nihi produces some impressive catches. Nihi's offshore eco-systems provide an active deep sea fishing excursion for big game enthusiasts. The expert boatmen and local fishermen will locate the most active spots, and assist with prep and line as needed. Set out early in the morning and your catch will be ready for lunch!
The Nihi Sumba Turtle Hatchery initiative was started in 2004 in response to seeing thousands of turtle eggs being sold in the local markets. Nihi receives eggs all year round from local communities around the resort, offering the locals a reward for each egg. The eggs are buried under the sand in a hatchery and after seven to twelve weeks hundreds of baby hatchlings are ready to be released into the ocean. It is a beautiful experience watching them make their first steps towards their new adventures at sea.
Nihi aims to delight your child by creating memories that last well beyond your stay at the resort, with a focus on engaging and immersive experiences that foster a respect for the environment, build upon the adventures of travel, and develop a curiosity for discovery. Activities include kids yoga, turtle release, a family movie night on the beach, mud baths, face painting, pony rides, a jungle walk, Chris & Charly’s Chocolate factory, complete with chocolatiering and a tasting, active beach games, scavenger hunt and many more
In addition to surfing, Nihi Sumba also offer another adrenaline fix on the resort's world class waves! From beginner to advanced levels, depending on the wind condition and direction you can launch from the resort-front beach and kitesurf along Nihi's 2.5km coastline. Beginners will learn with training kites, and there are beautiful, calm, deserted beaches a short drive away where the conditions are ideal. Guests who wish to learn the sport Nihi also offers lessons.
<p>Tailored to indulge each one of your senses, the NihiOka Spa Safari is a one of a kind experience not to be missed. Ultimately the day is centered around you: your wants and your needs at whatever pace truly allows you to unwind.</p>
<p>Yoga is an integral part of the Nihi Sumba Island experience and the design of our yoga pavilion reflects just that: a breathtaking platform set atop a cliff side ridge offers sweeping views of Nihiwatu Beach on the Indian Ocean.</p>
1h30m drive to Nihi Sumba.
A private helicopter may be chartered directly from Bali to Sumba Island, or from Sumba Tambolaka airport to Nihi resort.
The hub of social activity is the main sandy-floored Ombak restaurant and bar lounge. Ombak, an exquisitely crafted open-air restaurant, serves a la carte breakfast and dinner daily with a relaxed convivial atmosphere. During the week Nihi create special dining experiences including spectacular BBQs.
Just bare footsteps from the sea, the Nio Beach Club offers open-aired pavilions and the Kapten’s Goa serving the highest quality of fresh ingredients for lunch: whether it is a fish just caught from sea, delicious vegetables and legumes from the resort's three thriving organic gardens, items from the grill, daily rotisserie or freshly made pizzas from wood fired clay oven, the Chef and his brigade will satiate your appetite with sumptuously healthy dishes. Lunch or snacks are served by the pool, and for special occasions, Nihi Sumba creates magical settings for romantic dinners.
The latest addition to Nihi's dining experiences is Kaboku, beachfront sushi bar. Watch the resort's sushi chefs prepare an assortment of catch-of-the-day, against a backdrop of brilliant sunsets and a roaring beach fire. Limited to six people per seating, the restaurant is open five nights a week from 6pm until 10pm, with advance reservations. The seven-course menu of local ingredients also includes avocado tofu, shrimp dumplings, Teriyaki dishes, miso soup, desserts, and more.
Open-air Ombak Bar serves freshly prepared smoothies, fruit-infused daiquiris, rum-addled caipirinhas and an excellent mojito made with home-grown mint. Open in the early evenings, the Boat House bar is an upmarket surfer’s hangout, complete with a bonfire on some nights; both offer fresh-off-the-boat sashimi to nibble on with a sundowner.
Take a moment. Draw a deep breath into your lungs. Open your eyes and pull back the curtains of your bedroom. Miles and miles of blue ocean stretching in all directions. Your new home is Raja Mandaka. The owner’s five-villa estate and the crown jewel of Nihi Sumba Island. Give in to absolute luxury. You belong here.
You wake to the sound of chirping birds. You fall asleep to the music of waves crashing softly in the distance. You are in the childhood treehouse of your dreams. High above the ground, far away from stress and distraction, you are alive and one with nature. Welcome to Mamole treehouse, let us remind you what it means to be young with an old soul.
When reaching the edge of wildness isn’t enough, travel just a little more, farther down the path. Reach Haweri: the most private estate in all of Nihi Sumba Island. The sprawling, intricate beachside property is home to the founders and creators of Nihiwatu. Make it your own.
You meditate as the sun rises. You use the quiet estate for private yoga. You stroll through the sloping organic gardens. You soak in your outdoor tub as the sun sets. You are hypnotized by the dancing flames of your personal bonfire. Your own hilltop retreat, where the world feels at your fingertips. Puncak is everything you need.
Think views. A few inches of glass are all that separate you from a giant swath of blue ocean. A pool large enough for family and friends. Direct beach access. A spacious outdoor dining and entertaining area. Luxury and convenience in equal measure. If Lantoro feels like your home, it’s because it was designed to.
Tucked away in the trees. Complete peace. Complete quiet. Dramatic views. Your own private outdoor lounge and large swimming pool. Welcome to Wamoro. Your stately jungle hideaway.
Your love of chasing the perfect wave has led you to this place. Perched on the edge of the estate, you admire the scope and strength of Nihi Sumba Island’s famous left hand wave. You know getting a good ride will not be as easy as it looks. But at Kasambi, you have the advantage of studying it throughout the day. Soon, you will make the right pick and be rewarded. Kasambi is a surfer’s villa dream.
Your lush backyard leads straight to the Indian ocean. Your private outdoor bed overlooks a seaside cliff. Your grand soaking tub is made for two. Your dining table is poised to serve dinners in soft night air. You are in Marangga. Nihi Sumba Island’s most intimate hideaway.
Tucked away. Private. Intimate. Cozy. Watch the waves at the edge of your private lawn. Feel beach at your fingertips. Listen to the chirping birds in your private garden. Welcome to Lamba, secluded and convenient. Paradise.
Spacious rooms, exquisite interiors, beautifully appointed at every turn. A shaded living area that welcomes just enough sunlight. The perfect amount of space. This is Lulu. For those who appreciate luxury and design.
Unparalleled views. Privacy. Space. A sense of home. Perched high above the rest of the villas sits Kanatar. The Indian ocean stretching out in front of you as you sip your morning coffee from your spacious second floor balcony. Your new favorite routine. Welcome home.
This is not an escape from everyday life. It is the return to a life well lived. Where rugged luxury meets unregulated freedom. A place to connect with something larger than oneself. A haven for the adventurer, for the wanderer. The endlessly passionate and curious. Arrive with an open heart and leave changed forever. This is vacation with a purpose. A destination with meaning. This is Nihi Sumba.
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All four dining venues offer a la carte menus and seating is at individual tables. Special events, twice weekly, are served and seated in family style tradition. Exceptional private dining experiences and events including BBQ and romantic dining. For special occasions, themed nights are organized, for example: Sumba White Nights Party, JungleParty or full-moon parties.
NihiOka Spa Safari
Large Infinity Pool
High Class Horse Stables
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / Lounge
2km Private Beach
Babysitting
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Organic Garden
Your immersion into Sumba life starts with the one and half hour journey from Tambolaka airport, leaving the bustling streets of Bali behind for a more Africa-meets-Asia experience. The journey starts at sea level and climbs to the rijewa mountain ranges at 500 metres. The spectacular scenery from peak to sky is framed by teak and mahogany plantations and thick Sumba deciduous forests. The road stretches down to Waikabubak passing through traditional settlements, the Sewah waterfalls and offers a canvas of rich green verdure; structured rice fields to river valleys and thick dense forests eventually leading to a glimpse of the Indian Ocean. The traditional market town of Waikabubak is situated 400 metres above sea level on a plateau and guests can often see water buffalo driven through the town on an evening drive. For the final part of the journey, you have magnificent views of the vast Wanokaka River Delta populated by local tribesmen grassing the rice fields, traditional swords in hand and wearing Ikat head scarves, winding through local villages to arrive at the magical setting of NIHI.
1h30m drive to Nihi Sumba.
A private helicopter may be chartered directly from Bali to Sumba Island, or from Sumba Tambolaka airport to Nihi resort.
Nihi Sumba Island is host to one of the world’s most coveted private waves. Known as “God’s Left,” or often “Occy’s Left”, the wave is popular for its character. Even for the most experienced surfer it presents a challenge because it is so sensitive to different conditions: tides, size, strength, and direction. Novice and first-time surfers can still get their feet wet with lessons on Nihiwatu beach, depending on the swell. Calmer waters can often be found at nearby Coconut Cove, where surfers can spend half a day with breakfast or lunch and do some light surfing, then be driven back to the resort.
Nihi’s state of the art equestrian facility, Sandalwood Stables, offers the perfect vacation for horse lovers. The resident horse whisperer, Carolyn Sharpe, has handpicked an exceptional team of local sport horses ready to carry guests off into the sunset and beyond. Depending on the time of year, guests might be lucky enough to see one of the foals in training!
Deep sea fishing off of the coast of Nihi produces some impressive catches. Nihi's offshore eco-systems provide an active deep sea fishing excursion for big game enthusiasts. The expert boatmen and local fishermen will locate the most active spots, and assist with prep and line as needed. Set out early in the morning and your catch will be ready for lunch!
The Nihi Sumba Turtle Hatchery initiative was started in 2004 in response to seeing thousands of turtle eggs being sold in the local markets. Nihi receives eggs all year round from local communities around the resort, offering the locals a reward for each egg. The eggs are buried under the sand in a hatchery and after seven to twelve weeks hundreds of baby hatchlings are ready to be released into the ocean. It is a beautiful experience watching them make their first steps towards their new adventures at sea.
Nihi aims to delight your child by creating memories that last well beyond your stay at the resort, with a focus on engaging and immersive experiences that foster a respect for the environment, build upon the adventures of travel, and develop a curiosity for discovery. Activities include kids yoga, turtle release, a family movie night on the beach, mud baths, face painting, pony rides, a jungle walk, Chris & Charly’s Chocolate factory, complete with chocolatiering and a tasting, active beach games, scavenger hunt and many more
In addition to surfing, Nihi Sumba also offer another adrenaline fix on the resort's world class waves! From beginner to advanced levels, depending on the wind condition and direction you can launch from the resort-front beach and kitesurf along Nihi's 2.5km coastline. Beginners will learn with training kites, and there are beautiful, calm, deserted beaches a short drive away where the conditions are ideal. Guests who wish to learn the sport Nihi also offers lessons.
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