NIHI Sumba, Sumba, Indonesia, Asia

NIHI Sumba, Indonesia

Our little blue planet is heavily populated and it is rare to find a spot which offers real escapism in the truest sense of the word. On the remote island of Sumba, an hour’s flight east from Bali, we have found just such as a place – welcome to NIHI Sumba.

Over thirty years ago, the vision for NIHI was to create a truly sustainable resort that would preserve the unique and rich Sumbanese culture and empower the local community. Recently refurbished and revitalised, yet still with the same ethos at heart, NIHI has re-opened its doors as one of the finest resorts in the world.

Highlights

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Understated luxury is all encompassing here. Each villa is unique and complete with private terrace and pool, designed at the cutting edge of sustainable luxury. Hand built by local craftsmen using only indigenous materials; think spacious outdoor living, sandy floor bathrooms and open-plan styling reflective of the simplicity of Sumbanese architecture.

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Why Choose Turquoise?

Family Owned & Run

We are one of the few remaining family owned and run operators of our size. We have direct relationships with every single destination, island, resort and hotel we work with, in order to deliver exceptional and truly personalised service.

Our Passion Runs Deep

We are - and always have been - mad about travel. For almost 25 years we've been scouring the globe for the best places to stay, the newest routes to take, the perfect people to meet. No-one will care more about your holiday.

Definition of Luxury

Luxury means something different to everyone. Whether you are seeking the silence of vast spaces, the isolation of a private island, the buzz of a new city, the adrenaline of a safari or anything in between, we listen, we learn, we advise.

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We endeavour that every Turquoise experience is unique, fun and refreshing. Travel is all about experiences, about serendipitous moments and endless smiles. It is a joy and an honour to plan each and every Turquoise holiday.