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: thursday
NAM AIR (IN-641)
Days Operation: tuesday, saturday
NAM AIR (IN-641)
Days Operation: monday, wednesday, friday, sunday
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
Tambolaka, Sumba (TMC) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ)
WINGS AIR (IW-1917)
Days Operation: tuesday, friday, sunday
Labuan Bajo (LBJ) to Tambolaka, Sumba (TMC)
WINGS AIR (IW-1916)
Days Operation: monday, thursday, saturday
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.
Nihigram
No soundtrack needed at NIHI. Wherever the day takes you, the ocean is there in the background, joined by the sounds of horses and nature. Sumba’s natural soundtrack, all around you throughout your stay.
Take your Pilates practice somewhere extraordinary. This May, join Em Krzus of The Pilates Project for four nights of reformer Pilates at NIHI Sumba, with one of the world’s most beautiful views as your backdrop.
Alongside personalised instruction, the retreat includes the experiences that make NIHI so special: swimming with the horses, our signature Spa Safari and time to enjoy the resort at your own pace.
Places are extremely limited. Find out more via the link in our bio or send us a DM.
We’re thrilled to share a first glimpse of Untamed Heartbeat, a four-part documentary series by Tara Shupe, coming soon to our social channels.
Journey into the spirit of Sumba, where deep-rooted traditions, community and the future move together. Here, the past lives on in what is carried forward: in the people, their culture and the future generations.
The series also shines a light on the work of The Sumba Foundation, NIHI’s Sumba Horse Project and English Goes to Kampung, and their contributions to the future of Sumba’s communities.
Together in a similar stride. We will run.
Stay tuned for Part One, coming soon.
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Film by @tarashupe
The magic of NIHI is found in its quiet moments: morning mist lifting over the hills, rays of light filtering through the palm trees, and horses running along the beach. As fishermen head out to sea and local boys ride along the shore, the island’s culture and daily life are all around you.
At NIHI Sumba, the resort is woven into these moments, offering a experience that feels deeply connected to the island. Recognised with Three MICHELIN Keys, the Guide’s highest hotel distinction, NIHI Sumba offers what Michelin describes as an extraordinary stay.
Be among the first to experience a Pilates retreat at NIHI Sumba, with one of the world’s most beautiful views as your backdrop for reformer Pilates.
Led by Em Krzus of The Pilates Project, this intimate four-night retreat pairs personalised instruction with the experiences that make NIHI Sumba so special: swimming with the horses, a signature Spa Safari and time to enjoy the resort at your own pace.
The retreat takes place this May, with places extremely limited. Find out more via the link in our bio or send us a DM.
Celebrate your wedding on the shores of Nihiwatu, with a beautifully set table on the beach, the sun setting and NIHI’s herd of Sumba Sea Horses wandering majestically by.
An extraordinary setting to gather with those you love, raise a glass and celebrate the beginning of your next chapter together.
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#nihigram by @tearosewedding
A land where the spirit of generations lives on, where the connection between people, nature and their ancestors runs deep, and where traditions are not simply remembered, but lived every day.
Children ride their ponies along wild beaches in traditional dress, villages are filled with life, and a deep sense of community is woven into the very soul of the island.
Nestled within this extraordinary landscape is NIHI Sumba, a paradise of beautiful private villas, unforgettable spa experiences and moments of pure tranquillity, surrounded by the raw, untamed beauty of the island. Beyond the resort, village life and centuries-old traditions are never far away, offering a meaningful connection to the people and culture that make Sumba so special.
It is this extraordinary connection between land, people and tradition that makes Sumba a place unlike anywhere else on earth.
And when you finally arrive, it’s even more beautiful than you imagined. 🧡
One of the programmes closest to our hearts is the Sumba Horse Project. 🧡
For more than two years, NIHI has been providing free veterinary care to horses in local villages across Sumba, holding weekly clinics and returning to each village approximately every three months to provide ongoing care and repeat essential treatments.
Facilitated by our dedicated NIHI Stables team alongside our veterinarian, Dr. Octa, these clinics provide essential medical treatment, health checks, deworming and advice on animal welfare. Many local horse owners walk for miles to attend, with care also extending to local dogs.
Horses are deeply woven into Sumba’s culture and heritage, and through this project, we hope to protect these beautiful animals and make a lasting difference to the communities who care for them.
Learn more about the Sumba Horse Project and how you can support this important work through the link in our bio.
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#nihigram by @gedewahyuu_
A wellness experience unlike any other awaits at Nihioka Spa.
Five kilometres from NIHI Sumba, beyond traditional villages and rolling green hills, lies a secluded sanctuary where rice fields meet the Indian Ocean.
Your Half Day Spa Safari begins with breakfast or lunch overlooking the ocean, before retreating to your private open air bale for 2.5 hours of treatments.
Between treatments, discover hidden beaches, unwind beside the freshwater infinity pool, or simply take in the beauty of Nihioka’s untouched coastline.
More than a spa experience, this is an invitation to reconnect with nature, embrace stillness and discover wellness at the edge of wildness.
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#nihigram by @fpvdylan
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