Step into a world of festive luxury at NIHI Sumba, for a holiday celebration that takes you off the beaten path! Recognised as one of the World’s 50 Best Hotels and a Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice award-winner, NIHI Sumba promises an unforgettable holiday experience for those craving adventure with a touch of elegance.
This festive season, trade the city lights for endless skies and untamed landscapes with NIHI’s ‘Edge of Wilderness’ escape. Discover the beauty of this wild island as you ring-in Christmas and New Year with endless unforgettable moments.

On the 23rd of December, enjoy a full day of traditional festive activities, but with a touch of Sumba style. Meet for a Gingerbread Cookie Decorating session followed by a fun treasure hunt around NIHI’s lush grounds. Later, join together for the Christmas Tree Lighting for a touch of Yuletide magic accompanied by a heartwarming choir performance. Adults can indulge in complimentary canapés and sip on Sumba cocktails, whilst the younger members get all Christmassy with a screening of the classic family-friendly movie Home Alone, and cosy down with a chocolate shake.
Christmas Eve wouldn’t be complete without a Visit From Santa! Feel the excitement of the holiday vibes this 24th December with Christmas Carol Singing by the children of the Sumba Foundation, as well as a traditional Fire Dance and Family-style Dinner. Check out the tempting Christmas Eve Dinner Menu here!

Wake on the 25th of December to a Christmas Day filled with festive fun along with plenty to keep the kids entertained after the present opening has finished. Enjoy Face Painting, Pizza Making and a heartwarming Gift Exchange at the local village to celebrate the season of giving. Indulge in a mouthwatering BBQ Brunch Buffet and end the day with a meaningful Sumba Foundation Dinner full of festive cheer. Explore the delicious BBQ Brunch Buffet offerings here.
Finally, spend your New Year’s Eve reflecting on 2024 as you take part in honouring an Asian New Year’s Resolution Ritual by writing down your wishes for the following year before burning them on a bonfire. Afterwards, enjoy a refreshing cocktail alongside a special acoustic performance by Philip Langelo, before ending the year with a decadent 8-course New Year’s Eve Dinner. Prepare to dance your way into 2025 with NIHI’s incredible Countdown and Fireworks display. Check out the menu here, as well as NIHI’s delightful New Year’s BBQ Brunch which will be served on the 1st January 2025.

Grab Exclusive Savings with NIHI Sumba’s Festive Escape Packages
Give yourself the gift of amazing savings with NIHI Sumba’s special holiday deals including Stay 6-Nights, Pay for 5 or Stay 10-Nights, pay for 8! With exclusive inclusions such as breakfast, lunch & dinner, as well as non-alcoholic drinks, amazing activities, daily free-flow Harry Hour, airport transfers and more – this is pure festive indulgence!
These fantastic offers are available on bookings up to the 15th of December, for a stay period of the 16th December 2024 until the 14th January 2025. Come and find out more about what’s included!
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