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Edge of Wildness™
31 villas and estates set along one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.
From intimate honeymoon retreats and a one-of-a-kind treehouse to expansive family estates, each villa at NIHI Sumba is designed as a private sanctuary, full of character, comfort, and connection to its surroundings.
Set before the two and a half kilometre stretch of Nihiwatu Beach, NIHI Sumba’s villas feature sweeping ocean views and generous indoor-outdoor living spaces that embrace the island’s natural beauty. No two villas are alike. Spend your days on your own private deck catching the sunset or watching the legendary wave, Occy’s Left, from your own plunge pool. Each villa offers its own distinctive details and sense of place.
Discover a space that feels uniquely yours and welcome to your new home away from home.
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Raja Mandaka
Raja Mandaka, the crown jewel of NIHI Sumba, is the estate's principal residence offering uninterrupted Sumbanese coastline views.
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Marangga Family Estate
Perched high above, Marangga Estate boasts uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean and Occy’s Left surf break.
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Kanatar Sumba House
Privacy. Space. A sense of home. Situated high above the rest of the villas sits Kanatar Sumba House.
Villa
The Treehouse
Set in an ancient forest, Treehouse features three elevated king bedrooms with sweeping Indian Ocean views.
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Mandaka Sumba House
Mandaka Sumba House is a two-bedroom villa elevated on a gentle jungle slope as part of the Mandaka Estate.
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Putri Wamoro Jungle
Immersed in nature, this elevated two-bedroom duplex offers an open-air dining area and uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean.
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Mandaka Surf
Mandaka Surf is a lush, private one-bedroom villa in the Mandaka Estate with direct access to the resort's Boathouse.
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Putri Puncak
Putri Puncak is a two-bedroom duplex villa with two infinity pools and wide stretching views of the Indian Ocean and Nihiwatu Beach.
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Raja Puncak
Perched at the resort's peak, Raja Puncak delivers serene panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and Nihiwatu’s 2.5km stretch of white sand.
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Putri Hillrise
Positioned on one of the resort’s highest elevations, days at Putri Hillrise are spent captivated by the sweeping 270º views across the Indian Ocean.
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Wulla Marapu
This elevated, central villa is named Wulla Marapu, a beautiful nod to the Sumbanese words for "moon" and traditional ancestral beliefs.
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Putri Wamoro Beach
Set between jungle and coastline, Putri Wamoro Beach combines expansive ocean views with a secluded garden setting.
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Putri Lantoro
This two-bedroom villa is designed for large gatherings, combining elevation and flexible living with direct beach access.
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Marangga Occy’s
Set close to the shoreline, Marangga Occy’s is a single-level villa with a private lawn oriented toward the ocean.
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Putri Kasambi
Overlooking Nihiwatu Beach, this two-bedroom villa delivers prime, uninterrupted views of Occy's Left and the sweeping Indian Ocean beyond.
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Lulu Amahu Saudara
Lulu Amahu Saudara is a two-bedroom villa designed for families, with ocean views and a private pool set within landscaped gardens.
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Lulu Amahu
Lulu Amahu is a one-bedroom villa in the midst of the resort’s manicured gardens. Sitting atop a slope with an elevated view of the ocean.
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Kasambi Suite
Kasambi Suite is a quiet retreat with its own private garden and an Indian Ocean bedroom view.
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Villa Rahasia
“Rahasia,” meaning “secret” in Indonesian, offers a sanctuary of privacy atop the resort’s coveted NIHI Spa.
Nihigram
A glimpse of a typical day at @nihi.
Imagine starting the morning with breakfast and a horizon view, before watching the horses meander down the white sands of Nihiwatu Beach.
A slow morning that sets the tone for an afternoon spent relaxing in your own private villa, before the sun begins to set and casts its evening magic across the island of Sumba.
At NIHI, horses roam freely along untouched shores, wellness is found in the serenity of the spa, and romance flourishes amidst the island’s untamed beauty. Here, ancient traditions, extraordinary landscapes, and meaningful connections create experiences that linger long after you leave.
From the Edge of Wildness to moments of complete tranquility, every corner of NIHI celebrates the unmatched beauty, rich culture, and timeless spirit of Sumba.
A truly unique wellness experience awaits at NIHI’s Equine Sanctuary.
Beneath swaying palms and beside the sound of the ocean, retired sea horses become gentle partners in relaxation and healing. This deeply calming equine massage invites guests to slow down, reconnect, and experience the quiet presence of these remarkable horses.
Part of NIHI Spa’s Equine Wellness offering, alongside equine reiki and yoga, this experience can be included as part of your half or full day at NIHI Spa.
Raw, simple moments.
Two horses lingering at the water’s edge, their wet hooves sinking into the sand as waves roll in and out around them. No saddles, no riders, no destination. Just the quiet rhythm of the ocean and the freedom to simply be.
These are the moments that stay with you long after Sumba.
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When the early morning mist still sits over Nihiwatu Beach and you wake up to breakfast overlooking wild horses living free along the shore. There’s nowhere else on earth quite like this. @nihi is less a destination and more a dream you never want to leave.
As the sun rises, Sumba and a daily life that harks back to a bygone era awakens. The island of Sumba is one that is raw in its beauty and rich with culture. @nihi takes you beyond the resort and into the culture of Sumba where you can feel the true soul of the island.
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#nihigram by @gedewahyuu_
Morning begins with the ocean stretched out before you. Set in an elevated position within the heart of @nihi, Wulla Marapu offers an expansive view of the full curve of Nihiwatu Beach. Designed for relaxed family living, Wulla Marapu is a three-bedroom villa that brings together Sumbanese heritage, tranquil open-air spaces, and the natural beauty of Sumba.
From 1–14 June, we welcome visiting practitioner Carol, NIHI’s renowned Horse Whisperer.
Lie in the quiet presence of our horses as Carol guides a deeply restorative Reiki experience. Through gentle energy work and the horses’ calm, heart-centred presence, stress softens and you are gently returned to the present moment, where healing begins.
Set beneath swaying palms at NIHI Spa, and accompanied by the soothing rhythm of the ocean, this unique Equine Wellness experience invites guests to slow down, reconnect, and experience the profound sense of peace that can arise in the presence of horses.
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. Remote by nature, refined by design.
Experience the place where Sumba’s raw beauty meets soulful renewal. Welcome to Nihioka, home of NIHI Spa.
The journey is part of the magic. Ride on horseback along the coast, travel by jeep through rolling hills, or trek at sunrise past rice fields and villages before arriving at this secluded sanctuary by the sea.
Beneath swaying palms and to the rhythm of the Indian Ocean, discover treatments designed to restore balance to body and spirit. Among Nihioka’s most unique offerings is its Equine Wellness experience, where retired horses guide guests through moments of connection, calm, and healing.
From equine reiki and yoga to the signature horse massage, guests are invited to experience the gentle presence of these remarkable animals in a way found nowhere else. Whether enjoying a Spa Safari, spending a day immersed in wellness, or simply lying in stillness among the horses, every moment is designed to reconnect you with nature and yourself.
Be wild. Be free. Be well.
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#nihigram by @catalinavonbonin @jonaways
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