Best for
Consider Amanwana for the wilder part of an Indonesia trip, staying in a tented camp where Moyo Island's forest meets the Flores Sea.
Best for
Consider Amanwana for the wilder part of an Indonesia trip, staying in a tented camp where Moyo Island's forest meets the Flores Sea.
What makes it special
Head inland with a guide to Mata Jitu Waterfall, where limestone pools offer a freshwater swim amid Moyo Island's tropical forest.
Room to consider
Book an Ocean Front Tent for uninterrupted Flores Sea views directly from the shoreline; Ocean View Tents sit farther back behind foliage.
Insider tip
Share your Sumbawa flight details with the hotel before travel, since the final transfer combines a car ride with a boat crossing.
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Amanwana is a luxury tented camp on Moyo Island, Indonesia, with 17 guest tents between tropical forest and the Flores Sea. Off the coast of Sumbawa, it occupies a beach-fringed bay within Moyo Satonda National Park. Reefs, forest trails, and boat trips shape a stay here. The scale is small, and the accommodation has the comforts of a hotel room beneath canvas. This is a particularly good fit for travelers who want to spend their days outdoors, then return to a proper bed, a generous bathroom, and dinner by the water.
The Jungle Tent, nestled within a serene jungle setting, offers a tranquil retreat. It spans 58m2, providing plenty of space for guests to relax. The...
The Ocean View Tent offers a serene retreat away from the beach. Spanning 58 square meters, it presents breathtaking ocean views. It has beautiful artwork...
The Ocean Front Tent stands directly on the shore, offering an uninterrupted view of the Flores Sea. Each 58-square-meter retreat is made for peace and...
The three categories share a 58-square-meter footprint: Ocean Front Tent, Ocean View Tent, and Jungle Tent. Their main difference is position, rather than size. Choose according to how you want to spend time around your accommodation, whether that means looking straight across the bay or sitting beneath the trees. All three retain the camp's close connection with the island, without asking guests to trade indoor comfort for it.
Ocean Front Tents stand directly along the shoreline, with clear views across the Flores Sea. Large windows bring the water into view from inside, while a hardwood deck provides somewhere to sit outside. A king-size bed, two corner sofas, and a writing desk give the interior distinct places to sleep, read, and work. Hardwood floors, coral stone, and artwork from neighboring Sumbawa add texture without competing with the coast. Bathrooms have a dressing area, twin vanity, and separate shower and toilet. Air-conditioning and Wi-Fi are provided.
Ocean View Tents sit a little inland, within easy reach of the beach. Their outlook is more filtered, with glimpses of the sea beyond the treeline rather than an uninterrupted horizon. Outdoor seating makes room for breakfast or evening drinks. Inside are a king-size bed, a living area, and an en-suite bathroom with dressing space. For guests comparing the two coastal categories, the distinction is worth keeping in mind: Ocean View combines foliage and water, while Ocean Front puts the shoreline first.
Jungle Tents face into the tropical canopy. Picture windows and a private terrace keep the forest close, with birdsong part of the surroundings. Wood and stone carry through to interiors furnished with a king-size bed, seating, and a desk. The large bathroom has twin vanities and separate shower and toilet areas. These tents favor a greener outlook and time on a shaded terrace. They are not smaller versions of the ocean categories, so the choice need not mean giving up interior space.
Amanwana's PADI Dive Centre works with beginners as well as experienced divers, and certification can be arranged during a stay. Guided snorkeling is another way to explore the reefs without committing to scuba training. Kayaking and paddleboarding keep things closer to the surface. This range makes the camp workable for companions with different interests, rather than only for dedicated dive trips.
The bay's marine life includes sea turtles, moray eels, and reef fish. Further dive sites lie on three large reefs near Labuan Aji, around 10 to 15 minutes away by boat. Routes can therefore combine local reef time with trips along the coast. The water sports team also arranges windsurfing, fishing, and cruises. Half-day boat outings explore Moyo's shoreline and snorkeling sites, while sunrise and sunset departures offer a different view of the island. Conditions and individual experience should guide the day's choice.
Amanwana arranges early departures by speedboat to Saleh Bay, east of Moyo, for whale shark encounters. A guide from a local conservation group accompanies the experience. Guests can look for the animals from the boat or enter the water; those who prefer not to swim can still take part from aboard. Sightings are possible throughout the year, but they are not guaranteed.
This is an excursion to plan ahead, rather than leave until the final morning. The camp currently limits it to one departure a day with up to six guests. For travelers coming specifically for wildlife, allowing flexibility in the stay is sensible. The outing complements the reef activities near camp, but takes guests into a different part of the surrounding waters.
Many hiking and mountain biking routes start from camp. Guided walks follow coastal cliffs, cross Amanwana Ridge, or continue toward Crocodile Head, a peninsula with sunset views. Longer routes head inland. Deer, macaques, and birdlife inhabit the forest, giving walkers reasons to pause along the way without turning every walk into a wildlife checklist.
Mata Jitu, also known as Barry's Falls, is a series of limestone pools and cascades deep in the island's forest. It makes a natural counterpoint to days on the sea. Other outings reach secluded coves, where the team can arrange a beach picnic with snorkeling equipment. Between coastal walks, waterfall visits, and time on the beach, there is enough variety to spend several days exploring without repeating the same outing.
The Restaurant looks across the water toward Medang Island and the mountains of Sumbawa. Its cooking draws on Indonesian flavors, produce from the resort garden, and seafood supplied by local fishing boats. Fruit, vegetables, and herbs grown nearby give the kitchen a direct connection to the island. Menus can be adapted to personal preferences, so dietary needs are worth discussing before arrival.
For a change of setting, Sunset Point sits on a volcanic ridge overlooking the sea. The camp also arranges beach dinners around a fire and evening dining cruises in Amanwana Bay. These are different ways to enjoy the same coastal location, from a drink on land to dinner out on the water.
The spa combines open-air treatment areas overlooking the bay with an air-conditioned Spa Tent. The latter contains two massage beds, a bathtub, and a separate shower. Treatments can also take place in a guest tent. This gives guests a choice between the outdoor setting and a more enclosed room, depending on the weather and their preference.
Aman signature rituals sit alongside locally inspired treatments. An open-air Yoga Shala stands where the forest meets the shore, providing another way to spend time outside after a more active morning. The spa's appeal is its small-scale setting and choice of treatment spaces, rather than an extensive urban wellness complex.
The usual approach is through Sumbawa Besar's Sultan Muhammad Kaharuddin III Airport, code SWQ. Aman lists flight connections from Bali and Lombok; confirm the current schedule when planning the trip. From SWQ, the journey continues by car to the private jetty, around 15 minutes away, then by speedboat to camp. Allow roughly 40 to 45 minutes for the crossing. Private air transfers can also be arranged. With both air and sea stages involved, arrival and departure days deserve as much planning as the days spent on Moyo.
The camp's PADI Dive Centre welcomes complete beginners as well as experienced divers, making underwater exploration accessible across different skill levels.
Local fishermen deliver fresh seafood directly to the kitchen, supplying the restaurant's Indonesian dishes with catch from the waters around Moyo Island.
Open-air treatment areas overlook Amanwana Bay, making the sea and fresh air part of time spent at the resort's spa.
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Choose Amanwana if you want a remote Indonesia tented camp with 17 guest tents, Moyo Island wilderness, Flores Sea reefs, scuba diving, snorkelling, whale shark excursions, jungle hikes, waterfalls, spa time, and a polished but deeply natural Aman atmosphere.
Amanwana works best for travellers who enjoy nature, sea activities, and quiet adventure. Couples often choose it for seclusion and diving, while families should be comfortable with a remote island rhythm, tented accommodation, wildlife, boat journeys, and active days.
The Spa at Amanwana is a wilderness hideaway facing Amanwana Bay and the untouched reefs of the Flores Sea. Treatments use Indonesian-influenced techniques, open-air treatment areas, a dedicated Spa Tent, and a calm setting shaped by forest and water.
Amanwana's Restaurant overlooks Amanwana Bay, Medang Island, and the mountains of Sumbawa. Meals focus on Indonesian and international cooking, fresh seafood, tropical fruit, herbs, and produce from the camp's kitchen garden.
Amanwana land experiences focus on Moyo Island's nature. Guests can hike through jungle, look for waterfalls, observe birdlife, explore the island's protected landscapes, cycle, and use the camp as a base for quiet wilderness time between sea activities.
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