Amanwana – Moyo Island, Indonesia: A Private Wilderness Escape in the Flores Sea
Set on the pristine shores of Moyo Island, Amanwana delivers an extraordinary fusion of luxury camping and marine reserve immersion. Surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Flores Sea, this secluded resort comprises just twenty spacious tented suites composed of hardwood floors, air-conditioned interiors, polished teak decks, and sheltered coral‑stone terraces. Designed by Jean‑Michel Gathy, the interiors evoke local artistry and refined comfort where nature defines the pace and privacy frames every moment.
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The Ultimate Escape in Moyo Island
Amanwana rests within Moyo Satonda National Park, one of Indonesia’s most biodiverse sanctuaries. Guests arrive to jungle scents and wildflower-laced air. Tented suites open onto sand paths that lead to a white-sand crescent beach edged by protected reefs. Wildlife sightings are part of the daily rhythm—from graceful rusa deer among the foliage to colorful rainforest birds and playful macaques.
Signature Experiences at Amanwana
Wellness unfolds at Jungle Cove Spa, a barefoot sanctuary under tamarind trees overlooking the bay. Massage suites with open-air bathtubs and plunge showers offer rituals like the Purifying Amanwana experience, Javanese Lulur body scrubs, and bespoke treatments rooted in local botanicals and island traditions. Spa therapy often begins with a traditional smoking ceremony to prepare the senses for renewal.
Culinary moments echo the sea‑to‑table ethos. The open-air Dining Room frames views across the Flores Sea to Medang Island. Fresh catches arrive daily from local boats and are paired with produce from the organic gardens. Evening experiences range from campfire dinners on the beach to sunset cruises illuminated by lantern glow.
Exploring the Surroundings
Amanwana delivers direct access to untouched natural wonders. Snorkeling and scuba diving begin at the resort’s marine park, where sites like Sea Wall host sea turtles, rays, parrotfish, and occasional whale sharks—all with small group dives. Drift through coral-rich canyons or paddleboard across glass-clear bays. Inland, hike to Mata Jitu waterfall, a cascading limestone pool surrounded by dense forest and rare birdlife. Expert guides also offer charters to Satonda Island or customized boating to Komodo and hidden bays.
Your Private Gateway to Aman
For discerning travelers, Amanwana is best accessed via private booking channels ensuring personalized arrival, suite selection, and wellness or adventure programming. Guests consistently enjoy the best available enhancements and priority access to bespoke experiences. To design your bespoke island escape—whether diving reefs at dawn or dining beneath the stars—please contact Mickey at mickey@viptablesgroup.com. Your secluded Indonesian sanctuary awaits.