NGALUNG KALLA
Sumba - Eastern Indonesia
The Resort
Earth-Conscious Tropical Escape
Ngalung Kalla Eco Retreat is set on 250 hectares of oceanfront land on Sumba’s untouched southwest coast. Designed in harmony with the land, the retreat blends barefoot comfort with thoughtful simplicity. The standout feature is the perfect right-hander in view from almost everywhere at the resort, not to mention the other remote waves all along this coast which are reachable by speedboat. You’ll wake up to birdsong, fall asleep to the sound of waves, and spend your days surfing, exploring trails, beaches, and gardens. With a yoga space, infinity pool, communal lounge, and beach just steps away, Ngalung Kalla is a sanctuary for surfers, adventurers, and nature-lovers alike.
Accommodation
Eco-Elegance with Ocean Views
The retreat features six open-air bamboo bungalows built with stone, hardwood, and thatch. Each one has a spacious bed with mosquito net, a hot and cold outdoor shower, and a composting toilet with ocean or jungle views. Interiors are simple and elegant, with solar lighting and cooling sea breezes. A shared lounge and library offer space to read or chat, and the 24-metre saltwater infinity pool is reached by a cable bridge that stretches above the forest canopy. Every corner of the retreat is designed to be both functional and in balance with the land.
VILLAS / UMAS
THE SURF
Right‑Hand Perfection at Your Door
A peeling right-hander breaks in the bay just in front of the retreat. On small days, it is ideal for beginners. When the swell fills in, it becomes a fast, hollow wave suited to confident surfers. The retreat’s dinghies make surf access easy and flexible, while a 12-metre speedboat allows for longer missions to outer breaks when conditions align. Nearby are lefts and rights, reef and beach setups, catering to all surf levels. Surf guiding is included, with the team always tracking tides, swell and wind to help you make the most of each session.
the surf
Subtitle
Nestled in the serene Central Atolls of the Maldives, Niyama Private Islands offers a unique blend of luxury, surf and adventure. As the only 5-star resort with its own private wave, Vodi, it’s a paradise for surfers seeking uncrowded, high-quality breaks combined with a luxury resort.
THE SURF
Right‑Hand Perfection at Your Door
A peeling right-hander breaks in the bay just in front of the retreat. On small days, it is ideal for beginners. When the swell fills in, it becomes a fast, hollow wave suited to confident surfers. The retreat’s dinghies make surf access easy and flexible, while a 12-metre speedboat allows for longer missions to outer breaks when conditions align. Nearby are lefts and rights, reef and beach setups, catering to all surf levels. Surf guiding is included, with the team always tracking tides, swell and wind to help you make the most of each session.
DINING
Garden-to-Table Sumba Style
Meals are served in the central open-air restaurant at long mahogany tables where guests come together to eat under the stars. The food is fresh, wholesome and flavourful. Menus are mostly vegetarian, with seafood caught nearby and produce grown in the onsite permaculture gardens. From early morning snacks to sunset dinners, the kitchen team prepares dishes with care and creativity. Dietary preferences are welcome, and private dining can be arranged on request. Expect nourishing food that reflects the retreat’s sustainable ethos.
Dining
Subtitle
Nestled in the serene Central Atolls of the Maldives, Niyama Private Islands offers a unique blend of luxury, surf and adventure. As the only 5-star resort with its own private wave, Vodi, it’s a paradise for surfers seeking uncrowded, high-quality breaks combined with a luxury resort.
DINING
Garden-to-Table Sumba Style
Meals are served in the central open-air restaurant at long mahogany tables where guests come together to eat under the stars. The food is fresh, wholesome and flavourful. Menus are mostly vegetarian, with seafood caught nearby and produce grown in the onsite permaculture gardens. From early morning snacks to sunset dinners, the kitchen team prepares dishes with care and creativity. Dietary preferences are welcome, and private dining can be arranged on request. Expect nourishing food that reflects the retreat’s sustainable ethos.
EXPERIENCES
Reconnect with Earth & Ocean
Whether you want to move, rest or explore, Ngalung Kalla offers a wide range of experiences. Daily yoga, full-body massages, and quiet time by the pool or beach provide calm and balance. For the curious, there are nature walks, shelling trips, snorkelling, and birdwatching. Mountain bikes are available for coastal trails, and cultural visits to nearby weaving villages or markets offer insight into Sumba’s heritage. Longer surf missions, diving, kitesurfing and waterfall tours are available on request. The retreat’s team helps tailor each day to your energy and interests.
CURATED BY
Ignacio Echandi
Glide Co-founder
UMA OMA
A mid size deluxe bungalow with a beautiful ocean view. One King bed and one single. En suite shower and dry composting toilet, hardwood floor, attached yoga/sun lounge pavilion. This bungalow is quite tucked away in its nook of the retreat and tends to be a honeymooners favourite!
Max 3 people
1x king bed & 1x single bed
UMA LIRA
A delightfully intimate bungalow nestled into the trees, with dynamic ocean/surf views out over the bay. Uma Lira has a hardwood floor, twin bed, attached shower, and a private yoga deck/hammock lounge. There’s a central composting toilet 30 m. away. It’s our smallest bungalow, suiting a single person or a cosy couple!
Max 2 people
2x twin beds
UMA MADU
A deluxe bamboo bungalow nestled into the trees. Lots of space and great views this bungalow is a perennial favorite with its central location. One king size bed and 2 or possibly three singles. En suite shower and dry composting toilet, stunning views, mahogany wood floor. Attached yoga/sun-lounge pavilion.
Max 4 people
1x king bed & 2 single beds
UMA NGEDO
Possibly the coolest bungalow at Ngaung Kalla this deluxe, traditional style Sumba house shares view of the surf, the beach, and the valley! It features an en suite shower and dry composting toilet, plus a starlight outdoor shower.This bungalow has a beautiful mahogany hardwood floor and sleeps 3-4 downstairs in a queen and 2-3 twin beds and 1-2 upstairs in the loft. This is a traditional Sumbanese house with an open floor plan but not a lot of privacy within the room. Great air flow, views, location and live-ability.
Max 6 people
1x queen bed & 4 single beds
UMA WEKTA
Another deluxe, traditional style Sumba house, a triplet to Kokoka and Ngedo. Uma Wekta features an en-suite attached shower and dry composting toilet. With a smooth Mahogany hardwood floor she Sleeps 3-4 downstairs in a queen and two singles. Possible 1-2 upstairs in the loft but steep stairs. This is a traditional Sumbanese house with an open floor plan but not a lot of privacy within the room. Steep stairs though.
Max 6 people
1x queen bed & 4 single beds
UMA KOKOKA
Another deluxe, traditional style Sumba house, a triplet to Wekta and Ngedo. Our highest perched bungalow with excellent views of the sea and sunsets. Deluxe, traditional style Sumba house with an attached shower and toilet. Kokoka is the same size as Wekta with 1 queen size bed and 2 full sized-beds downstairs. Up the ladder you will find 1 more full sized bed in its own private loft. This is a traditional Sumbanese house with an open floor plan, meaning not a lot of privacy within the room.
Max 6 people
2x queen bed & 2 single beds
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