NIHI Sumba estate

Sumba Island, Indonesia

Home to NIHI Sumba's 27 thatched villas set in almost 500 acres of wilderness, one of the world's 50 best hotels.

Places in NIHI Sumba estate

NIHI Sumba dining Dining at one of the world's 50 best hotels, with nightly rates upwards of $1000 USD.
Lelewatu dining Dining at the luxurious option ranging from $250-$400 USD/night.
Sima Hotel cafe A cafe at the newest hotel in Sumba, the tallest building on the whole island.
NIHI Sumba bar A bar at the award-winning resort with 27 thatched villas each with a private pool.

Best time to visit: May to October (dry season) offers the best conditions for surfing and hiking to waterfalls.
Getting around: Sumba has two airports — Tambolaka in Southwest Sumba and Waingapu in East Sumba — and the island must be explored with a driver-guide since most roads aren't on Google Maps.
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (Rp)
Language: Indonesian; Kambera and other Sumbanese languages are spoken.
Timezone: WITA (UTC+8)
Current trends: Sumba's hospitality scene continues to attract world-class luxury travelers, with NIHI Sumba's award-winning 27 thatched villas and Lelewatu's high-end offering reflecting the island's status as one of the world's most exclusive remote getaways, while its legendary Occy's Left surf break and Marapu animist culture preserve Sumba's raw, undeveloped character.

Occy's Left surf district — Home to the epic surf break known as Occy's Left, alongside Pantai Kerewei, Waingyapu, Pero and Marosi.
Lamboya & Lapopu district — Home to the Matayangu Waterfall, Lamboya Rice Fields, and the Lapopu Waterfall.