Nihiwatu Resort Sumba Island: Resort

Immerse yourself in splendid isolation in the most unspoiled region of the Indonesian Archipelago. The Nihiwatu property is 438 acres of tropical forest, rice terraces and grasslands wrapped around the stunning two and half kilometer long Nihiwatu beach. This world-class beach is protected on both ends by cliffs and headlands ensuring total exclusivity for our guests.

Tucked amongst the trees of this remote island are just seven luxury bungalows and three two-bedroom villas offering complete solitude in air-conditioned comfort along with everything one needs in an idyllic tropical setting. The thatched roofed bungalows and villas, hand-built by Indonesian craftsman using local materials, have balcony vistas stretching the full length of the beach the sea and the headlands beyond. At Nihiwatu your sanctuary is superbly outfitted in contemporary Indonesian style and with large glass walls and doors to maximize the views.

Nearby you will find our open living and dining room and the adjacent cliff-top bar. At Nihiwatu we take pride in providing memorable dining and personalized service, and to ensuring that every guest's wishes are fulfilled.

To rejuvenate the body and soul we have massage and body treatments available at our Jungle and Hilltop Spas. We also have private and group Yoga instruction available under the largest traditional Sumbanese structure on the island.

At Nihiwatu we strive to provide a level of service that is as special as the environment in which it is offered.

At Nihiwatu you can do as much or as little as you like. For those of you with an unbridled sense of energy and the need for activity . look no further because we offer a wide range of exciting land and sea based adventures for you to choose from. Our guides can take you to spectacular areas that are so remote that they can only be accessed by trekking or boat.
There are breathtaking waterfalls, fabulous beaches and incredible Stone Age villages for you to visit.

Although some of the activities can be strenuous you can certainly choose to do nothing at all and feel good about it, isn't that what a vacation is supposed to be about? Hang out and relax by the swimming pool, take leisurely walks on the beach and explore the reefs at low tide. Recharge your soul at Nihiwatu and return home better prepared to face the many challenges you left behind.