There is so much to share from our idyllic corner of the world that we decided to start chronicling our stories.
Whether a new project, a guest’s experience, a compelling moment, or an idea for which we are passionate, we hope you will celebrate with us by exploring this page. We’d also love to hear from you. If there is a relevant story you would like to submit, please write to [email protected]. And don’t forget to post your NIHI photos on Instagram for a chance to win our annual #nihigram contest.
Christmas Angels
Posted by Webmaster | Jan 30, 2019
The generosity of the Nihi family from around the world has been an incredible gift to the island, transforming the lives of our local community and offering hope to future generations for a better life. Through our culturally immersive activities and…
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Pasola: A Sumba Sporting Tradition
Posted by Webmaster | Jan 22, 2019
Every February and March, colorful ritual displays known as the pasola are held by the Western Sumbanese to herald a good rice harvest. On horseback, villagers on opposing teams engage with blunted spears in an effort to dismount one another, demonstrating…
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All is Well in the Wild
Posted by Webmaster | Dec 29, 2018
Recently, a handful of guests from around the world with a shared passion for exotic travel and personal wellness gathered at Nihi for a week of strength training, cardio, yoga, and mindfulness practices. Sumba offers a magical setting for gaining new…
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Six Years in the Making: The Watercolor Wave
Posted by Webmaster | Dec 11, 2018
You can call him Ishmael but he is not part of captain Ahab’s crew, nor is he seeking revenge. However, he has the same drive and passion of those traveling aboard the Pequod. His target is not an oceanic animal of white skin, rather a beast of a different…
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