NIHI Sumba

The Nihi Sumba Resort consists of 27 uniquely designed villas with a total of 38 rooms (1- to 5-room villas) – all with private pools and sweeping panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

Features:

• Minibar with handmade chocolate (refilled daily)
• Premium Wi-Fi
• safe
• Air conditioning/fan
• hair dryer
• Illuminated cosmetic mirror
• Ample storage space and hanging space
• beach bag
• sandals
• bathrobe
• yoga mat
• Laundry service (for 6 items of clothing per person per day (dry cleaning not available at the resort)

The booking also includes:

• All meals—breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning/afternoon snacks, and all non-alcoholic beverages
• Tour of the Sumba Foundation's projects
• Water activities: paddleboarding and snorkeling at Nihiwatu Beach (weather permitting)
• Scheduled group classes for yoga and meditation in the yoga pavilion

For an additional charge:

• all additional activities and services not listed above
• alcoholic beverages, tobacco products
• Fishing trips, boat trips, jet skiing, tow surfing, spearfishing
• private yoga/Pilates/TRX lessons
• private surfing lessons
• Waterfall treks
• additional surfing spots
• spa treatments
• boutique purchases
• private open-air Land Rover expeditions
• babysitting services

Villa examples:

Raja Marangga Duplex

• two-story villa with one bedroom
• 230 m² (including outdoor area)
• 2 adults + 1 additional adult
• 1 living room
• 1 bathroom
• 1 outdoor lounge
• The family room on the ground floor offers additional sleeping space for up to two children, or a place to relax, watch a movie, or work.
• The upstairs bedroom opens onto a treetop platform and an outdoor shower.
• king-size bed
• Private plunge pool
• Outdoor dining and entertainment area
• Walk-in closet
• Balcony with sea view and bathtub

Kanatar

• two-story villa with one bedroom
• 196 m² (including outdoor area)
• 2 adults + 1 additional adult
• Located high above the rest of the villas: magnificent view of the Indian Ocean
• Spacious balcony with bathtub on the second floor
• spacious living area on the first floor
• private infinity pool
• king-size bed
• Outdoor shower
• Outdoor dining and entertainment area
• Walk-in closet

Lulu Amahu

• 2 bedrooms
• Spacious rooms, exquisite interiors
• Shady living area that receives just enough sunlight
• 248 m² (including outdoor area)
• 2 adults + 2 children
• king-size bed
• single beds
• Private plunge pool
• Indoor and outdoor areas with entertainment and dining areas

Lantoro

• 4 bedrooms
• 707 m² (including outdoor area)
• 8 adults + 3 additional adults
• Perfect for families and groups of friends
• direct access to the beach
• private entrance
• Spacious outdoor dining and entertainment area
• open-air bar
• Large swimming pool and private diving pool
• indoor entertainment area
• King-size beds

Haweri

• 5 bedrooms
• 10 adults
• The most private property in all of NIHI Sumba
• sprawling along the beach
• butler
• four-poster bed
• Outdoor dining and entertainment area
• Outdoor shower
• Private plunge pool

We would be happy to show you other villas on request.

restaurants

RESTAURANT OMBAK
The main restaurant Ombak (meaning wave front) with sand floor and bar lounge is an exquisitely designed open-air restaurant where breakfast and dinner are served daily à la carte in a relaxed, convivial atmosphere. During the week, special dining experiences including spectacular BBQs are created. The large outdoor deck, cantilevered over the ocean, offers relaxed lounge seating and a spectacular private dining experience. 

NIO BEACH CLUB & POOL
Just a few steps from the sea, the Nio Beach Club offers open-air pavilions where fresh, top-quality ingredients are served for lunch: Whether it's fish freshly caught from the sea, delicious vegetables and legumes from the three organic gardens, tasty grilled dishes, the daily rotisserie, or freshly prepared pizzas from the wood-fired clay oven, the chef and his team will satisfy your appetite with delicious, healthy dishes.

KABOKU
Visit Kaboku for an intimate meal featuring freshly caught seafood prepared omakase style. Omakase is a Japanese phrase meaning "I leave it to you." Watch the sushi chefs prepare a seven-course meal for you with a selection of the day's catch, set against the backdrop of brilliant sunsets and a roaring beach fire. The chic structure captures a high-end Japanese sushi bar environment while being surrounded by the typical open-air resort ambiance. The restaurant is open five nights a week by reservation. 

*Kaboku is not included in the daily rate for accommodation. Please inquire about price and availability. A cancellation fee of 50% applies.

MEX’IKAN
Mex’Ikan is a waterfront tapas bar serving tacos, ceviche, pepitas arepas, and much more, with a first-class selection of mezcals, piscos, and tequilas. A daily menu prepared with natural and fresh ingredients from the organic garden and the catch of the day from the sea makes it a popular choice for a late lunch or casual dinner.

spa

Embark on therapeutic journeys that transcend your mind and body, supported by healing blends of pure essential oils combined with gentle care and energy work. Perched above the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean, the Boathouse Spa is a true experience. You can enjoy a wide range of treatments, scrubs, manicures, pedicures, manual therapies, and massages in the privacy of your own villa or in one of the picturesque spa areas.

Yoga

Wellness and yoga are an integral part of the Nihi Sumba experience. The design of the yoga pavilion reflects this perfectly: a breathtaking platform on a rocky ridge offers sweeping views of Nihiwatu Beach on the Indian Ocean.
The yoga schedule caters to all levels and respects participants' limits, while promoting each student's highest potential through an integrated journey of body, mind, and spirit.
Free group classes are offered daily at the Mountain Pavilion, including Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Restorative, Yin Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Breathwork, and Meditation. Private bookings are also available in the privacy of guest villas or at one of the island's stunning locations.
There are also regular retreats with programs led by 'guest gurus'.

At Nihi Sumba, you can expect numerous individual activities and tailor-made itineraries for captivating and inspiring moments. Follow your passion and interests—create your own adventure script. You will be taught by world-class instructors and accompanied by trained guides, ensuring you have unforgettable experiences.

Land-based activities

Explore the island and enjoy exciting excursions. Visit local Stone Age sites and traditional villages, picnic beneath majestic waterfalls, or hike along spectacular nature trails. 
Whether on foot, by bike, on horseback, or on an open-air safari, the fully guided tours are all within an hour of the resort and are suitable for both slow walkers and experienced hikers. Depending on weather conditions, activities may only be available at certain times of the year.

Examples:

• Sumba Expedition:
  Traditional villages, lush rice fields, and majestic waterfalls. The journey begins near Wanukaka, where you will visit the ancient village of Weigali (home to the monolith that represents the Sumba Foundation). There you will receive an informative introduction to the Marapu way of life. After viewing some of the village's handicrafts, you will drive to Lapopu, a waterfall immersed in the jungle, where you can enjoy a picnic in front of the turquoise pools.

• Blue Waterfall Trek:
  Breathtaking views on the descent into Wanukaka Valley are a highlight of this 45-minute drive to Matayangu, the Blue Waterfall. After parking at the trailhead, you'll begin a 1.5-hour hike led by local guides through pristine Indonesian national parkland to the blue lagoon at the base of the waterfall, where you can spot wildlife such as long-tailed macaques, reticulated pythons, the Nusa Tenggara flycatcher, and citronella cockatoos. As the trail leads out of the jungle, the sheer size and scope of the waterfall basin is truly worth the walk. While you immerse yourself in your surroundings, the guides will prepare a picnic lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing and swimming in this beautiful setting before returning to the vehicle. We recommend packing a sarong, swimsuit, extra shirt, sunscreen, camera, and sturdy shoes.

• Rice Island Trek and Brunch:
  This two-hour hike to Nihi's own "rice island" is a diaspora of sights and sounds, starting at the beach, crossing streams, passing through rice fields and along the edges of local villages, down through the agricultural heart of Sumba. Grazing water buffalo, giggling schoolchildren, and farmers bringing in their harvest add another special element to exploring this neighboring valley. After the two-hour hike, you'll be greeted with a picnic overlooking the sprawling rice fields below. The return to the resort in an open-air safari vehicle takes you through the villages, past schools and some health clinics supported by the Sumba Foundation. The entire experience offers further insight into Sumbanese culture.

• Golfers and fishermen unite!
  A platform can be set up at the boathouse where you can practice your swing while feeding the fish along the reef! The environmentally friendly balls are biodegradable and slowly release fish food!

• For children: Kids' Clan
  There is plenty of space for children, from toddlers to teenagers, to play and run around safely. From organized activities to a relaxing time in your private villa, you can decide how busy you want your clan to be. The staff will do their utmost to delight your child by creating memories that will last long after your stay. The focus is on engaging and immersive experiences that promote respect for the environment, build on the adventures of travel, and develop a curiosity for discovery. Watch with a smile as your child explores and grows through curated experiences. Creative workshops encourage young people's imaginations, allowing them to let off steam with crafts: art from recycled materials, sand sculptures, kite building, traditional Sumba dance classes, treasure hunts, rock painting, and much more.

Activities on, in, and around the water

The underwater world of the Indian Ocean is dynamic and intense, yet also inspires tranquility and harmony. Discover the exotic energy and beautiful wildlife of the Indian Ocean with individual activities or a tailor-made package for water lovers.

• surfing
• kitesurfing
• Fishing & Spearfishing
• snorkeling 
• diving
• free diving
• Swimming with horses
• SUP
• boat tours
• jet ski

Cultural activities

A stay at Nihi Sumba Resort combines the utmost comfort with the opportunity to immerse yourself authentically in the island's magnificently preserved ancient culture, soak up local traditions and flavors, and enjoy everyday life on Sumba. You can experience more of the wild and vibrant culture by visiting local villages and markets for local handicrafts, monumental megalithic tombs, and exquisite ikat weaving workshops that are renowned throughout the world.

Examples

• Sumba Foundation Tour: Discover what the Sumba Foundation is doing across the island and what you are supporting as a guest. The resort is committed to promoting health, nutrition, and education and has enriched the lives of many local Sumba residents. Visit a local water project, a health clinic for malaria control, or volunteer for a morning as part of the school feeding program. 

• Natural Remedies Workshop: Take a stroll through the organic garden, where you will gather ingredients for preparing time-honored Indonesian herbal remedies such as jamu (an Ayurvedic-influenced drink from Java), asr aloe vera, and virgin coconut oil serum for sunburn. After the class, you can take your mixtures home with you.

• Ikat weaving: Women from surrounding villages come to Nihi Sumba Resort throughout the week to set up shop at Pasar Sumba near Menara and weave traditional Sumbanese ikats, as well as bracelets, placemats, baskets, boxes, and containers made from pandanus or palm leaves. Learn this ancient art of weaving.

• NIHI Pasola: The skilled riders from Pasola will give you a short demonstration and introduce you to the adrenaline-fueled tradition of spear throwing while dressed in traditional costume. Once you slip into the role, you will climb onto one of the Sumba ponies without a saddle from the safety of the riding arena to try your hand at spear throwing. This is great fun and offers great photo opportunities! Sumba ponies have bloodlines from Mongolian and Arabian horses that were purchased in Sumba to trade for the coveted local sandalwood and spices. Although a small breed, Sumba ponies are very agile and spirited, making them ideal horses for racing, the island's dominant sport. This has earned Sumba a reputation for having the fastest and most sought-after ponies in Indonesia.

Culinary delights

Sumba may be far away, but the culinary selection of island cuisine is vast. The menus at Nihi Sumba Resort reflect the many traditions—old and new, East and West—that make up Indonesia's diversity. Depending on your appetite, you can sample the flavors that define this corner of the world or fall back on familiar cuisines. For those who want to take a taste of Sumba home with them, the weekly menus alternate with themed meals, always including the fresh catch of the day. Cooking classes are also offered:

• mixology course
• Indonesian cooking class
• Japanese cooking class
• Chocolate-making course