Nihiwatu Resort Sumba Island: Land Activities

HORSE RIDING

If the water doesn't interest you the countryside surely will. You can ride our Sumba horses for as long and as far as you like and in any direction you choose. There are few roads, houses or fences to block your way.

For serious riders we offer half and full day guided horseback tours to secluded beaches, through forested countryside and to traditional villages.
If you want a memorable riding experience you could go for a full moon ride along the beach, you will never forget it.

MOUNTAIN BIKING

We have mountain bikes available for those wanting to get a work out while covering some interesting terrain.

TREKKING

There are beautiful waterfalls, fabulous beaches and incredible Stone Age villages you can visit. Our guides will take you there and prepare your lunch in a pristine and memorable setting.

OVERLAND TOURS

We offer many half day and full day jeep tours to beaches and important traditional villages and markets. We can customize tours according to guests' interests.

VISITING LOCAL VILLAGES

A visit to a Sumba village is one of the most interesting things you can do during your stay. Our policy is to take no more than six guests at any one time to a village. We believe that this provides a more intimate experience for guests and does not overly disturb the village life.

NATURE WALKS

There are many interesting walks starting from the resort. Naturalists are preparing maps to guide guests and inform them of the local animal and plant life along the way.

BIRD WATCHING

With more than 300 species of birds Sumba is a birders paradise. The island is blessed with eight endemics found nowhere else on earth including hornbill, fruit dove, button quail and paradise flycatcher. Nearby to the bungalows and villas we have a series of nature trails on which guests can view many of the birds in our area and special birding trips to more remote areas can be arranged. We also work with Project Bird Watch and with the local residents in creating awareness of the importance of protecting the natural resources on the island.