Luxury Scent of Sandalwood – Sumba Island
A unique island – travel to relaxation paradise
Sumba, an island in the eastern part of Indonesia, is known primarily for sandalwood. However, it also boasts a culture and traditions that are absolutely unique and very exotic to foreigners. It is home to 650,000 inhabitants who live in a traditional way and practice their own various tribal rituals. The island is also unique because of its eponymous rainforest, which is listed as a world heritage site. Tourism is only starting to develop on the island. The exclusive beaches literally invite fishing and diving, and you will be practically alone.
Luxury Nihiwatu resort
The picturesque luxury Nihiwatu resort on Sumba Island is just 400 km from Bali and spreads over 560 acres of land. Sumba is literally a hidden treasure of relaxation, unlike tourist-packed Bali. Nihiwatu boasts its ranking among the 5 best eco hotels in the world. Its pride and joy is the vast luxurious setting, authentic local experiences and the enchanting scent of sandalwood. Beach picnics and al fresco dinners feature among the dining delights.
For horse lovers
Horses are a crucial aspect of Sumba’s culture. You can enjoy touring the island on horseback. Helmed Carol Sharpe offers programs that facilitate the meeting of these four-legged stallions face to face. If you manage to tame one of the horses from the Sandalwood Stables, you can head out for an adrenaline-filled ride along the breath-taking scenic trail to Bush Beach.
Rainforest valleys, incredible nature, swimming beneath waterfalls, traditional villages full of houses with tall roofs… And if this isn’t enough, the finale will take your breath away – white sand on an island, the sea, the horse and you, plus the luxurious explosion of colour from the setting sun. You might never have a more beautiful holiday memory in your life.
Sumba Island is the true promise of a luxury vacation!
