Derived from aman and wana, the Sanskrit words for peace and forest, Amanwana is a wilderness hideaway on the Indonesian island of Moyo.
Trek to waterfalls in pristine jungle then snorkel protected marine-reserve waters through a kaleidoscope of corals and sea life. Unencumbered by human activity, Moyo Island allows Mother Nature full reign across more than 32,000 hectares of protected jungle.
Here, surrounded by the turquoise, coral-rich Flores Sea, Amanwana has set up camp – offering just 20 safari Tents spread between the rainforest and the shore.
Low-impact and eco-friendly, the standalone Tents are decked out sensitively with hardwood floors, walls and windows, and with soaring, air-conditioned canopies sheltering sumptuous daybeds, ensuite bathrooms and net-draped kingsize beds.
Backed by the lush jungle foliage of a nature reserve on the shores of the Flores Sea, Amanwana’s permanent tented Suites
pair a wilderness experience with modern luxury.
Enjoying a peaceful jungle setting beneath a canopy of tropical forest, each 58-square-metre Jungle Tent offers air conditioning, Indonesian artwork and elegant furnishings.
Set back from the white-sand beach, the 58-square-metre (624 square feet) Ocean Tents offer ocean views, air
conditioning, Indonesian island artwork, as well as luxurious furnishings.
A single flavour can define a moment, a season, a destination. To weave a multitude of distinct flavours into a dish, and that into a menu which transports you on a gastronomic journey, is truly an art.
Aman celebrates this art form with masterful simplicity, tuned in to the seasons and the abundance they offer, and placing the quality and freshness of ingredients and their ethical sourcing above all.
Private meals can be arranged in an isolated beach spot, or enjoy an atmospheric barbecue over a bonfire with a personal chef and butler.
Dine alfresco by the sea as the sun sets, surrounded by lanterns and with your toes dipped in the sand.
The Amanwana martini, perfectly suited to the tropical climate, is infused with fresh mint to give a cooling kick to a classic cocktail.
The rainbow colours of dusk offer an occasion to try a new cocktail from the bar.
Join the Chef in the garden to pick out ripe produce for that night’s dinner, or for a cooking class in which you can learn the recipe of your favourite dish.
The Restaurant, looking over the Flores Sea to Medang Island and the mountains of Sumbawa, serves fresh and simple cuisine, much of it made with products grown or reared on the island.
The catch of the day, direct from the fishermen’s boats, is a highlight of the daily menu, which can be tailored to individual tastes.
Set on the tranquil beachfront, the Jungle Cove Spa is an open-air sanctuary with a massage table, shower and sunken tub just steps from the water’s edge.
Massages, facials and body treatments with Aman’s all-natural products are available in the coral-walled waterside spa, in the dedicated spa tent or in a private tent.
The Indonesian-influenced Amanwana massage works deep into the muscles with long, soothing strokes. Ease tired muscles and rejuvenate the mind after a day of adventure in the sea or wilderness.
An invigorating scrub blending sea salt with Moyo honey and orange and peppermint oils exfoliates and refreshes, followed by a soak in a mineral-rich bath.
A one-hour massage is followed by a gentle body scrub that prepares the skin for a natural detoxifying mask made from milk, honey and essential oils, before plunging into a warming milk and herbal bath.
The turquoise waters and pristine reefs of the Flores Sea are home to some of Indonesia’s best scuba diving and snorkelling spots, many within ten minutes of Amanwana.
On land, the hilly tropical forests are crisscrossed by hiking trails, home to the island’s protected deer, macaques and wild boar.
Amanwana Bay is a pristine marine reserve with a variety of snorkelling and dive sites that are as remote as they are beautiful. Intricate technicolour reefs, deep sea walls and coral cays boast a remarkable diversity of marine life.
Lined with sun loungers, the beach can also be the jumping-off point for a visit to coastal private beaches.
Guests can work alongside a local expert to create an environment for coral to latch on and grow, building an underwater garden for future generations.
Three large reefs lie 15 minutes from the resort, with spectacular schools of tropical fish and corals dating back more than 100 years.
Discover the fabled Komodo dragon in its UNESCO-protected homeland on a voyage from Amanwana.
The fringing reef supports beautiful soft corals and plentiful reef fish, lobsters, turtles and nudibranchs, offering opportunities for both diving and snorkelling.
Beginners and experienced divers alike marvel at the Flores Sea’s incredible marine life. Led by an experienced instructor, explore the reefs at your own pace while gaining a globally recognised PADI certificate.
See the underwater landscape from a completely different perspective with nighttime snorkelling, where the reefs’ microinteractions are in the spotlight.
The custom-built yacht is fitted with world-class diving equipment – including nitrox, which allows for longer dives. It can be chartered alongside the Amanikan for the ultimate Indonesian odyssey.
The boat, with three above-deck cabins, a foredeck with bar for outdoor dining and diving facilities, suits journeys of all kinds around the Indonesian archipelago.
Embark on single- or two-tank dives, or cruise on one of the resort’s boats for dive safaris at secluded reefs.
Trek to the cascading limestone pools of Barry’s Falls, a spring-fed waterfall at the heart of the island, or venture through the deep jungle to the bat cave.
Measuring 52 and 32 metres, the vessels are ideal for multi-night private cruises to destinations across the islands, accompanied by a dive instructor and chef.
Guests can extend certification levels with speciality courses in deep diving, underwater photography, buoyancy and more.
The Amanwana dive team caters to all levels of scuba divers and snorkellers, ensuring close encounters with sea turtles, moray eels, puffer fish, parrot fish, spotted rays and many more local species.
AMANWANA
Pulau Moyo, Labuhan BadasSumbawa Barat, Nusa Tenggara Barat 84351Indonesia