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Nihi Sumba is where the wild things are. Rugged grace, elemental style, and a commitment to nature; not just in the blueprint of design, but in the lifestyle vibes that this laid-back luxe resort emulates leaves guests glowing with purpose. What started life as a simple surf shack has spiralled into a haven of rare romance and epic adventure. Pristine Indonesian surf breaks, galloping horses, community projects, cliff-edge living and nurturing a sense of consciousness and balance – Nihi Sumba is a story waiting to happen.
Ideal for Couples and Families
Beachfront Oasis
Ultimate Barefoot Luxury
Unique Experience
Direct Access to Waves
Spa and Recreation Facilities
Sumba, Indonesia
Wayfarers Atlas can make your journey to Nihi Sumba as seamless as possible.
AIRPORT – Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali followed by an internal domestic flight to Tambolaka Airport in West Sumba.
TRANSFER –Part of Indonesia’s emerald island chain, Sumba sits an hour east from Bali. Bali’s international hub will be your first stop off on your journey to Nihi and from there it’s a quick flight over to the Tambolaka Airport in West Sumba. As soon as you touch down on the shimmering runway, a car will be waiting to whisk you away in cool air-conditioned bliss for the 90-minute journey to the joys of the resort.
WEATHER – June to October – Dry Season
SURF SEASON – April to October
Embracing every inch the tropical nature of Indonesia, Sumba Island boasts a thick and steamy climate very much alive with rolling surf and melodic bird song. During the months of June to October, the dry season keeps things warm and sweet whereas December to March sees the rainy season sweep in bringing crackling skies and lush, warm rains. Still, even in wet season, there is an abundance of sunshine -punctuated by morning and afternoon showers.
“Nihi Sumba weaves together rituals of rare wonder, epic adventures, and once in a lifetime moments. Land of treehouses, lemongrass and exclusive surf breaks, even the wildest wanderers will finally want to stop and stay.”
Children aged 5 & under stay complimentary
ROOM RATE INCLUSIONS
Children Welcome
Family Villas
Babysitting Service
Laundry and pressing service
Restaurant and Bar
Concierge Service
Wellness itineraries
Occy’s left is located directly in front of the resort and exclusive to Nihi Sumba guests. Daily surf spots are capped at 10, making them highly coveted and must be pre-booked in advance.
A minimum stay of 3 nights is required all year round EXCEPT in High Season and during Chinese New Year when a minimum stay of 5 nights is required
At Nihi Sumba – every facet of the food culture has been designed to be a fully immersive experience. Hand-crafted menus show complete reverence for the land, the sea, and the lore of local produce. Fresh fish hauled from the ocean, organic gardens providing an abundance of produce, and even the breakfast toast caramelized over a flickering flame – you don’t get more authentically back to nature than that.
The Ombak Restaurant is where the culinary adventures take place. Sand floors, ocean views, and lounge seating keep the social moods high – especially when going gaga over the local prawn laksa and sommelier savvy wine list. The Nio Beach Club and Pool is where you will find dizzyingly good rotisseries, bright salad bowls, and fragrant clay fired pizzas for lazy family lunches. When the stars are whispering sweet nothings, romantic dinners can be taken right on the sands with flickering flame, fresh flowers and delightful views in every direction.
Sophisticate sushi nights are held in high esteem at Kaboku where roaring fires meet sunset moods. The design is very Tokyo meet the ocean chic, and the tasting menu beautifully balances traditional sushi sojourns with local twists and a generous helping of sake to ignite fire in your soul.
A few footfalls from the sea and you are invited to plunge into the state-of-the-art lap pool occupying centre stage at the Nio Beach Club and Pool. Perfectly placed for shimmering sunset views, watching the surfers carve up Occy’s Left, and sprawling on sun loungers drinking it all in. With the beach club well within reach, pool days are divine – with ice-cold beers and healthy bright lunch all within reach.
In keeping with the theme of wilderness wonders, the open-air spa at Nihi Sumba invites the salt-tang, sunlight, shade and sweet fragrance of local flora to permeate hidden treatment spaces. Take a NihiOka spa safari for a hideaway stashed in nature where cold towels, fresh coconuts, and person-centred healing takes place. The wellness journeys on offer at NihiOka cover everything from cold stone massages to rich hair smoothies, Sumbanese scrubs, and energised massages. Part of being pampered and primed in the wilds means lashings of avocado, coconut, green tea, aloe vera and other gifts from Mother Nature to set your soul at ease.
Nihi Sumba delivers more than its fair share of romance, and while there is plenty to keep Little Wayfarers well and truly entertained, adults will want to make space for full day spa safaris, sundowner horse rides, epic surf sessions and romantic suppers on the silky moonlit sands. With babysitters on call, booking that all important time away for family balance will sure come easy…just like everything at Nihi Sumba.
Villas and treehouses adorn the gorgeous estate of Nihi Sumba Island – with 27 in the collection, each dreamily unique. From majestic mansions to sacred ocean cabanas, glorious jungle homes, and treetop vistas; Nihi is all about coming home to nature. Simple elegance marks thoughtful interiors dressed in warm teak, contrasting cool marble, and minimalist furniture, so you feel sure there is space to breathe. Every private oasis boasts ocean eye views, romantic tumble four-poster beds, and private infinity pools with outdoor lounge space – not to mention personal butlers to keep comfort rolling.
Maximum occupancy per bedroom: 3 persons (3 adults OR 2 adults + 1 child)
