Hikes & Treks

Explore Sumba’s Untamed Landscapes on Foot.

Rooted in longevity, mobility, and mindful movement, our hiking and trekking experiences immerse you into the raw beauty of Sumba. Distances range from 7km to 27km and take you through timeless villages, past grazing buffalo herds, across rice paddies, and toward panoramic viewpoints and hidden waterfalls. Guided by our Wild Wellness team at NIHI Sumba, each trail is designed to challenge the body, clear the mind, and deepen your connection to the land.

Choose your trails

Beginning at NIHI Sumba, this scenic trek winds across vibrant rice fields and jungle ridgelines before arriving at Nihioka, our iconic spa retreat. Here, a well-earned breakfast is prepared over an open fire in a setting that feels truly otherworldly.

Prefer to reverse the journey? Start with breakfast at Nihioka before trekking 7km back to the resort.

Length
7km

Level
Intermediate

Trek across three bridges, expansive rice fields, and past four small villages on this varied and rewarding route. The changing landscapes make this a dynamic and culturally rich hike.

Length
10km

Level
Intermediate to Advance

Journey through the back trails of NIHI’s grounds into jungle terrain and past rural villages. Encounter grazing buffalo herds and take in sweeping rice field views en route to the serene beauty of Rice Island.

Length
12km

Level
Medium to Advance

Beginning at the renowned Pasola grounds, this demanding trek navigates through a scenic route of the island’s landscapes as it leads to Praigoli village, where ancient traditions and daily rituals tied to the cultivation of rice remain central to community life.

Length
17km

Level
Advance

Designed to challenge and inspire, this 27km route showcases Sumba’s dramatic natural landscapes while passing through villages, schools, and local gathering places.

You’ll pass through Litti Village, known locally for its ceramics, and cross three rivers, Litti River, Litti River Two, and the Welowa River, before finishing with sweeping views over Pahiwi Beach.

Length
27km

Level
Advance