Connecting to Bali
To reach Sumba, you will first fly into Bali (DPS), where you will connect onward to Tambolaka (TMC). Flights to Tambolaka operate daily on a morning schedule, departing Bali at 9:00 AM. As such, we recommend considering a one-night pre-stay in Bali to ensure a seamless and relaxed connection.
For travelers from the United States, the most seamless connections to Bali are with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Qatar Airways.
Singapore Airlines offers non-stop flights from Singapore to Bali, with arrivals at 9:30 AM and 11:05 AM. Qatar Airways operates a non-stop service from Doha, arriving in Bali at 8:15 AM.
DIRECT CONNECTIONS INTO BALI ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FROM:
Asia Pacific: Singapore, Jakarta, Tokyo, Manila, Taipei, Seoul, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, New Delhi, Bangkok || Australia & New Zealand: Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Auckland || Middle East & Europe: Dubai, Doha, Istanbul.
All foreign travelers to Indonesia need at least six months remaining on their passport as well as one full clean page for the visa on arrival stamp. This is strictly reinforced: Guests will not be allowed to board the plane in their departing country if this is not adhered to. Kindly contact our Travel Designers at [email protected] if you require any information to enter Indonesia.
Please note that airlines can change their flight schedules, and these changes are beyond our control.
Please note that airlines can change their flight schedules, and these changes are beyond our control.
Direct Flights to Sumba
There are daily flights from Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar (DPS) to Sumba Island’s Tambolaka Airport (TMC). Please see the flight schedule and airline options below, which are SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Denpasar, Bali (DPS) to Tambolaka, Sumba (TMC)
NAM AIR (IN-640)
Days Operation: daily,
BATIK AIR (ID-6324)
Days Operation: daily,
Tambolaka, Sumba (TMC) to Denpasar, Bali (DPS)
BATIK AIR (ID-6325)
Days Operation: daily,
NAM AIR (IN-641)
Days Operation: monday, wednesday, friday, sunday,
NAM AIR (IN-641)
Days Operation: tuesday, thursday, saturday,
Surabaya (SUB) to Tambolaka, Sumba (TMC)
NAM AIR (IN670)
Days Operation: thursday,
NAM AIR (IN670)
Days Operation: tuesday, sunday,
Tambolaka, sumba (TMC) to Surabaya (SUB)
NAM AIR (IN671)
Days Operation: thursday,
NAM AIR (IN671)
Days Operation: tuesday, sunday,
We are happy to secure the return flights for you with your choice of airline at US$595.
This price includes economy Domestic flight DPS – TMC – DPS, a VIP service upon your international arrival in Denpasar, Bali, use of the VIP lounges at Bali and Tambolaka airports, a baggage allowance of up to 20kg with Wings Air, airport taxes, baggage handling, roundtrip airport transfers from Lede Kalumbang airport – NIHI® Sumba – Lede Kalumbang airport (shared car).
Round-trip transfers from Lede Kalumbang Airport, Sumba (formerly Tambolaka), to the resort are included in your nightly rate. The 90min journey is a scenic experience through the stunning Sumbanese landscapes in one of our open-air safari vehicles (shared cared).
Alternatively, if you prefer a more private option, you may book a private car transfer at US$666 per car (maximum of 4 guests).
A private helicopter may be chartered directly from Bali to Sumba Island, or from Sumba Tambolaka airport to Nihi resort. Please note there is a strict weight restriction in terms of passengers as well as hold and hand luggage.
NIHI can organize for luggage to be sent overland. Please contact our reservations team for more details.
A private plane may be chartered from Bali (DPS) to Sumba (TMC). Please contact the reservations team for more details.
Edge of Wildness
The journey from the Airport to the Resort
Your immersion into Sumba life starts with the one and half hour journey from Tambolaka airport, leaving the bustling streets of Bali behind for a more Africa-meets-Asia experience. The journey starts at sea level and climbs to the Rijewa mountain ranges at 500 metres.
The spectacular scenery from peak to sky is framed by teak and mahogany plantations and thick Sumba deciduous forests. The road stretches down to Waikabubak passing through traditional settlements, the Sewah waterfalls and offers a canvas of rich green verdure; structured rice fields to river valleys and thick dense forests eventually leading to a glimpse of the Indian Ocean.
The traditional market town of Waikabubak is situated 400 metres above sea level on a plateau and guests can often see water buffalo driven through the town on an evening drive. For the final part of the journey, you have magnificent views of the vast Wanokaka River Delta populated by local tribesmen grassing the rice fields, traditional swords in hand and wearing Ikat head scarves, winding through local villages to arrive at the magical setting of NIHI.
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Perched above the wild beauty of Nihiwatu, @nihi’s Putri Hillrise Villa looks out across endless ocean views, rolling coastline, and glowing sunsets. This two-bedroom sanctuary was designed for slowing down, switching off, and disappearing into nature. Drift between quiet mornings by the pool and evenings where the sky melts into the sea.
When the day begins with breakfast overlooking the ocean as wild horses wander along Nihiwatu Beach, all while you sip your morning coffee. You can feel the world slow down. There’s no rush here, only time to listen to the soothing rhythm of the waves, to watch the horses wade into the water, and to wander barefoot down the path until you’re standing among the herd. It’s moments like this when you know you’re not somewhere ordinary. You’re at @nihi.
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Experience the powerful blend of energy healing and nature with a reiki session at NIHI Spa. Surrounded by the gentle presence of our Sumba horses, you’ll be guided by our expert healer, Lina, through a deeply restorative equine reiki experience designed to bring balance, clarity, and connection.
As first light filters through the palm trees, catching the rising mist and hitting the rolling waves, magic stirs to life. At @nihi, the wonder of untamed nature is all around you, waiting to be discovered. Swim in your private pool overlooking the wild beauty of Sumba, where jungle, ocean, and sky exist in perfect harmony. Welcome to the Edge of Wildness.
Woven into the experience of staying at @nihi, the ancient traditions of the island remain deeply present.
In the fading light on Nihiwatu Beach, the silhouettes of Sumbanese warriors stand against the sunset glow, looking out across the land where generations have carried the spirit of Sumba.
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Discover the magic of @nihi, where days are filled with inspiring light, beautiful horses, romantic sunsets, and tranquil moments. These are the experiences you’ll have out on the Edge of Wildness.
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Nothing can quite explain @nihi’s Spa Safari - a wellness journey like no other.
Five kilometres from the resort, the experience begins long before the first treatment. Travel by trek, horseback, or safari vehicle through villages and rolling hills until the landscape opens to a spa hidden between rice fields and the ocean.
Set across 100 acres of Nihioka, this is wellness shaped by nature. Design your own experience with open-air treatments that unfold across hours, carried by ocean breezes and guided by skilled hands. Open-fire meals, hidden coves, equine connections, and even a private villa stay are all part of the magic awaiting at NIHI Spa.
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Embark from @nihi on a day cast away on Sumba’s untouched shores.
Set out by boat in the early morning to go fishing in the open waters where you’ll catch your own lunch before heading to the white sands of Konda Beach. Swim, snorkel, or paddle board in the peaceful turquoise waters before your catch is served at your own a private barefoot barbecue. The Robinson Crusoe Experience is a memorable day for those seeking an authentic island adventure.
Serene moments in tranquil surroundings. Here, the world beyond Sumba fades away. Palm trees sway in the breeze, waves roll gently onto shore, and horses wander freely along 2.5 kilometres of untouched beach. This is a place where the wildness of Sumba calms the mind, restores the soul, and invites you to slow down. Welcome to @nihi, your home at the Edge of Wildness.
A foot massage in paradise with a touch of equine magic.
Sit back and take in the tranquility and picturesque setting of NIHI Spa. A rejuvenating retreat set in the midst of palm trees with an ocean view.
To get to Nihioka from @nihi requires either a 90-minute scenic trek, a 10-minute drive by safari vehicle, or a journey by e-bike or horseback. However you choose to arrive, your reward is to arrive to a place surrounded by nature that is disconnected from everywhere else. Enjoy an ocean-view breakfast before beginning an immersive half-day NIHI Spa Safari experience, with three treatments chosen by you from the menu. Choices include a therapeutic horse massage as part of NIHI Sumba’s Equine Wellness offering.
NIHI Spa is an unforgettable experience where your mind, body, and nature move gently back into harmony.
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