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NIHI Sumba: Where Wild Luxury Meets Corporate Vision

There are places in the world that seem too beautiful, too raw, too untouched to be real. Sumba, an Indonesian island fringed by the endless blue of the Indian Ocean, is one such place. And there, tucked into a secluded stretch of coastline, is NIHI — a resort unlike any other, built not just for travellers, but for those seeking transformation. For event professionals and incentive planners, it is the ultimate venue for ultra-luxury corporate retreats, high-performing leadership offsites, and soul-stirring incentive escapes for up to 28 guests.

At NIHI, wild nature is your meeting room. The ocean is your stage. And every moment — whether you’re catching a wave or meditating on a clifftop — is designed to awaken connection, creativity, and purpose.

Sumba: A Soulful, Untamed Island

Sumba is not Bali. It is quieter, more elemental. Fewer tourists. More space to breathe. Here, horses roam freely, jungle paths lead to hidden waterfalls, and sacred traditions still shape daily life. The journey to NIHI is a pilgrimage of sorts: a short flight from Bali, followed by a scenic drive through Sumba’s rolling hills — and then, suddenly, the ocean appears. Vast. Inviting. Endless.

This is where your retreat begins.

NIHI: A Resort Built for Intimacy and Impact

With just 28 private villas spread across 530 acres of beachfront and jungle, NIHI offers true seclusion. It is a place where your group can take over the entire resort, ensuring a completely private and bespoke experience. From ocean-facing boardroom setups to barefoot beach bonfires and clifftop dinners, NIHI redefines what a corporate event can feel like.

Every villa features its own plunge pool, expansive outdoor living spaces, and sweeping views — ideal for quiet reflection or private 1:1 coaching sessions. It’s the kind of place made for a Chairman’s Club, an Executive Circle, or high-value client recognition. For the C-suite, this isn’t just a retreat. It’s a revelation.

For the Adrenaline Junkie: The Ocean Is Your Playground

NIHI doesn’t just sit beside the ocean. It pulses with it. For corporate guests who find their centre in motion, who thrive on speed, challenge, and thrill — the sea offers a constant call to adventure:

Surfing Occy’s Left: One of the most legendary private surf breaks in the world. The wave is reserved for just 10 surfers per day. There’s no lineup. No crowds. Just you, the board, and a barrel that feels designed by the gods.
Deep-Sea Fishing Expeditions: Chase the open sea with rods and reels, hauling in tuna, mahi-mahi, or just the bragging rights of the day.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Kayaking: For those who love balance, grace, and freedom. Mornings on a glassy sea become meditative moments.
Snorkelling & Freediving: Drop into a kaleidoscope of coral gardens, dancing with manta rays, parrotfish, and sea turtles.
Jet Ski Safaris (on request): Explore remote coastlines with adrenaline pumping and salt spray in your wake.

Sunset Sailing: When the day’s rush softens into calm, toast the horizon on a luxury catamaran with colleagues who’ve become more like friends.

Land-Based Adventures to Stir the Soul

Sumba’s dramatic landscapes deliver just as much on land as at sea:

Horseback Riding on the Beach: One of NIHI’s signature experiences. Gallop freely along the sand, tides crashing, sun dipping low.
Jungle Hikes & Waterfall Treks: Discover Sumba’s hidden trails, sacred forests, and natural pools with expert local guides.
Mountain Biking: Rugged trails and sweeping views, perfect for executives who’d rather race a ridge than sit in a breakout room.
Archery & Bushcraft: Primitive skills meet modern fun in curated team-building challenges.

Culinary Storytelling

Every meal at NIHI is an expression of land, sea, and imagination. With multiple dining venues and the ability to create bespoke culinary moments anywhere on the property, no two meals are the same:

Nio Beach Club: Oceanfront and laid-back, perfect for celebratory lunches or barefoot networking.
Kaboku: A sleek sushi bar experience, steps from the tide line. Fresh. Refined. Unforgettable.
Private Chef Experiences: Have your own villa dinner designed by the chef. Bonfire crab boil on the sand? Seven-course tasting on your terrace? Anything is possible.
Cooking Classes: Learn local recipes from the culinary team, great for shared laughs and unexpected leadership lessons.

Wild Wellness & Mindfulness

NIHI isn’t just about action. It’s about alignment. This is where executive intensity meets the art of slowing down. In partnership with The DMC Collective’s mindfulness team, wellness becomes more than a session — it becomes a strategy.

Spa Safari™: Begin with a sunrise trek, end in cliffside open-air treatment pavilions. Massages, body wraps, deep silence.
Somatic Breathwork & Movement: Release stress, restore focus. Led by in-house or visiting specialists.
Sunrise Meditation & Sound Journeys: Tune out the noise. Tune in to what matters.
Jungle Yoga & Aerial Flow: For the flexibly curious, or the bravely beginner.

Corporate programmes can include daily wellness rituals, guided intention-setting, or integrated wellness themes tailored to your group’s goals.

Logistics Made Effortless

NIHI may feel like a faraway dream, but getting there from major global hubs is surprisingly straightforward:

From Europe: Daily flights from London, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Paris connect easily to Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS).
From the Americas: Major airlines offer flights from New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Toronto to Bali via stopovers in key Asian hubs like Singapore, Doha, or Hong Kong.
From Singapore: Direct flights to Bali are available multiple times daily with a flight duration of approximately 2.5 hours.

From Bali, guests take a 50-minute domestic flight to Tambolaka Airport (TMC) in Sumba. The DMC Collective arranges seamless private transfers, fast-track immigration, and all domestic connections to ensure an effortless, luxurious arrival.

Why NIHI + The DMC Collective?

Because this isn’t just another incentive. This is a transformation. Partnering with The DMC Collective means every moment — from sunrise goal-setting to sunset cocktails — is intentional, expertly planned, and emotionally resonant.

You’re not just rewarding excellence. You’re rewriting what excellence feels like.

Start Your Journey

To enquire about a bespoke corporate retreat at NIHI, contact info@thedmccollective.com.

Because sometimes, the most powerful business conversations happen not in boardrooms — but barefoot, beneath a Sumbanese sky.

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