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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

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

Explore the island’s terrain at speed or at leisure. The choice is yours as you pedal on 4 premium e-bikes that you can take with your friends and family through paradise..Cycle from @nihi and wind your way along sun-dappled trails. Scenic routes that range from 5km to as long as 30km, each one designed to immerse you into the beauty of the island. Explore the island’s landscapes and sample the local culture as you sail past traditional villages. By the end of your exhilarating ride, you’ll be rewarded at the end with lunch, refreshing coconuts and breathtaking picturesque views of the island..You can also begin your Spa Safari adventure on two wheels. Cycle from the resort to NIHI Spa, a place that is only describable as paradise. Tucked away in a different part of the island, this scenic journey adds an extra layer of immersion to your therapeutic experience..Whether you’re after a gentle ride or a safari-style adventure, your biking journey takes you on a fun and memorable exploration of the Edge of Wildness.
Perched high above @nihi, overlooking Nihiwatu, Hillrise Villa opens out to sweeping panoramic views of beach, ocean, and horizon. A one-bedroom private retreat designed for complete escape. Spend your days in a pool at the edge of it all and your evenings catching uninterrupted sunsets.
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 herd galloping freely along the shoreline below. Moments like these are part of daily life on the Edge of Wildness, where nature quietly sets the rhythm of the day.
A short excursion from NIHI Sumba leads you to Coconut Cove, a quiet stretch of palm trees overlooking calm turquoise waters. The perfect setting for a gentle introduction to surfing, followed by slow moments by the sea and pizza fresh from the stone oven.
The perfect spot to watch a sunset you’ll never forget, where the evenings feel a little wilder..#nihigram by @lin_suree
Venture along 2.5km of white sand on a morning beach ride, where the day begins with horses, ocean air, and an endless stretch of shoreline. With the sound of hooves meeting the rhythm of the waves, the ride follows the coast as the morning light rises over the palms.
Because dreams were never meant to live on paper.They were meant to be lived.Wake up to horses grazing, rolling green hills, and endless views of the Indian Ocean.This is NIHI. Life on the Edge of Wildness.
Start your morning with a game of padel in paradise, where the ocean breeze lifts your spirit and the sound of waves sets the rhythm. At @nihi, play becomes poetry, moments of laughter, movement, and connection woven together on the Edge of Wildness. Here, padel is not just a game, but a love story shared with nature, family, and friends.
Under the New Moon at @nihi, we gather in a calm, sacred setting where the mind softens and the body unwinds. Listen to the gentle rhythm of waves rolling onto Nihiwatu Beach, while our horses wander quietly along the shoreline. Take a moment to set intentions for the cycle ahead, and create space for what’s ready to come.
Raw beauty, untamed adventure, and moments that stay with you forever. Welcome to @nihi. A place that stays with you long after you’ve left. Experience the magic in the spaces between nature and luxury. A retreat from the modern world out on the Edge of Wildness.

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