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Culinary

Flame, Flavor, and the Soul of Sumba

At NIHI Sumba, food is an expression of place and season. Much of what arrives on your plate is grown in our own organic gardens or sourced from the surrounding Sumbanese land and sea.

Our culinary approach honours simple, elemental techniques: flame-grilling, slow-cooking, wood-smoking. These time-honoured methods are paired with global influences, creating dishes that feel both grounded and refined.

Our all-inclusive dining invites you to enjoy three daily meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages without limitation. Dine in the privacy of your villa or in thoughtfully chosen locations around the property. For something more intimate, we can arrange a private dinner beneath the stars.

Fresh and rooted in the island, dining at NIHI is designed to be both relaxed and memorable.

Outdoor dining setup at Ombak Restaurant, NIHI Sumba, during sunset, with elegant wicker tables set with plates and candles, surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking the 2.5km-long Nihiwatu Beach, as staff prepare the area to create a tranquil and romantic atmosphere.
Close-up of grilled prawns garnished with fresh herbs and a slice of lemon, served as part of the seafood feast at Ombak Restaurant, NIHI Sumba. The dish showcases the fresh, locally sourced ingredients that are central to the resort's culinary offerings.

Ombak Restaurant

Meaning “wave front,” Ombak is the heart of NIHI’s dining experience.

Monday – Sunday:
6.30AM – 11.00AM

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Nio Beach Club At Nihi Sumba

Nio Beach Club

Located on the beachfront beside the main pool, Nio Beach Club’s open-air pavilions offer a laid-back setting for long, leisurely lunches by the sea.

Monday – Thursday:
11.00AM – 9.00PM

Friday – Saturday:
11.00AM – 9.00PM

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Kaboku Restaurant

An intimate and elegant fine-dining experience in an indoor, temperature-controlled space.

Monday – Sunday:
7.00PM – 10.00PM

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Boathouse Bar

Centrally located and effortlessly social, the Boathouse Bar is a favourite gathering place throughout the day, especially at sunset during Happiest Hour.

Everyday:
7.00AM – 7.00PM

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Nihigram

@nihi’s padel game just went up a level as professional padel player @denise.hoefer.3005 takes to the court. Surrounded by lush tropical beauty, and with our herd of horses as her audience, Denise shows us how to have fun on the Edge of Wildness..#nihigram by @hafido_hk
Wake to horses wandering the shores of Nihiwatu Beach, spend your afternoons by your own private pool in your villa retreat, rally beneath the golden glow at the Ride & Racquet Club, and watch the sun catch the magic of @nihi as it melt into the horizon.
An evening rally at @nihi’s brand new Ride & Racquet Club, where tennis meets equestrian life. Passing horses become your audience as you play surrounded by Sumba’s wild beauty while listening to the sound of the ocean nearby in between serves.
Some mornings, the horses leave more than footprints. They leave silhouettes that stretch across the sand, fleeting works of art shaped by the morning light. Another unforgettable day at the Edge of Wildness..#nihigram by @childsphotos
Your day at NIHI begins with a little bit of magic. A refreshing morning swim, the sound of waves rolling in, and the sight of NIHI’s horses galloping freely along the shoreline below.On some mornings, a local farmer’s herd of water buffalo wanders across Nihiwatu Beach, while newly hatched sea turtles make their first journey to the ocean. These are the moments that make life on the Edge of Wildness so extraordinary, where nature quietly sets the rhythm of the day and no two mornings are ever quite the same.
The sheer magic of @nihi. Watch as a herd of horses wanders past the main pool and into the ocean, creating one of those beautiful NIHI Sumba moments you can completely lose yourself in. Be immersed in days like no other, and spellbound as the evening sun begins to descend..#nihigram by @catalinavonbonin @jonaways
A glimpse of a typical day at @nihi.Imagine starting the morning with breakfast and a horizon view, before watching the horses meander down the white sands of Nihiwatu Beach.A slow morning that sets the tone for an afternoon spent relaxing in your own private villa, before the sun begins to set and casts its evening magic across the island of Sumba.
At NIHI, horses roam freely along untouched shores, wellness is found in the serenity of the spa, and romance flourishes amidst the island’s untamed beauty. Here, ancient traditions, extraordinary landscapes, and meaningful connections create experiences that linger long after you leave.From the Edge of Wildness to moments of complete tranquility, every corner of NIHI celebrates the unmatched beauty, rich culture, and timeless spirit of Sumba.
A truly unique wellness experience awaits at NIHI’s Equine Sanctuary.Beneath swaying palms and beside the sound of the ocean, retired sea horses become gentle partners in relaxation and healing. This deeply calming equine massage invites guests to slow down, reconnect, and experience the quiet presence of these remarkable horses.Part of NIHI Spa’s Equine Wellness offering, alongside equine reiki and yoga, this experience can be included as part of your half or full day at NIHI Spa.

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