This is not an escape from everyday life. It is the return to a life well lived. Where rugged luxury meets unregulated freedom. A place to connect with something larger than oneself. A haven for the adventurer, for the wanderer. The endlessly passionate and curious. Arrive with an open heart and leave changed forever. This is a vacation with a purpose. A destination with meaning. This is NIHI Sumba. Where you stay on vacation is more than just a hotel room. It is an experience. A new way of living. Every detail in our rooms – crisp white bed linens on our signature canopy beds, handmade chocolate in the mini bar, sweeping panoramic views of the Indian ocean – is designed to make you feel both at home yet completely transported. Let us help you build your dream itinerary. Whether that includes surf lessons at coconut cove alongside world-class instructors or hikes into local villages, we are here to create bespoke experiences that cater to your passions and interests. Staying true to our promise of an off-script vacation, we offer you an open itinerary to build your own adventure. We create personalized excursions to unique destinations around Sumba designed to suit your own interests and requests. Whether it’s bird watching in the deep of the jungle or swimming in the crystal clear waters of Weekuri lake after enjoying a delightful picnic menu of your choosing, our guides will make sure that your tailor-made excursion