Under parasols of tropical vegetation and beside a luminous sapphire and turquoise sea rests Moyo’s peaceful tented haven, Amanwana. The guests' primal desires are fulfilled in comfort, leaving nature’s complexion to frame the resort's privileged setting. Milky, pastel hued dawns give rise to azure, cirrus-streaked skies dipping into blazonry sunsets towards Crocodile Head, all crowned at night by a brilliantly clear constellation. Home to many wild species, both aquatic and land, ensures that Amanwana is a slice of Indonesian island paradise.
The Resort
In 1993 Amanwana based itself in a prime position on the Indonesian island of Moyo, off the coast of Sumbawa and east of Bali. The air of camp life is skilfully incorporated into luxuriant tents which have been designed with style and subtlety on a coral-stone deck. The tents are sided by walls of windows framed in teak with polished hardwood flooring and dreamy soft hues such as creams, beige, wheat and honey.
This is a wilderness hideaway which is secluded in a cove overlooking Amanwana Bay and the Flores Sea. Diving and snorkelling from the jetty and the camp’s vessels are readily accessible proffering a spectacular array of magical, iridescent and fascinating sea life - hawksbill and giant turtles, soft red coral, barrel sponges flaying green and yellow tips, enormous blue sea stars floating over the magenta tips of hard coral all surrounded by a myriad of tropical fish. The island is inhabited by a unique mix of jungle animals from deer to wild boar to macaque monkeys and a variety of spectacular bird life including eagles and osprey. Walks into the wonders of Moyo’s jungle world begin at the base.
Cuisine
The Dining Room and Bar are located in an open-air pavilion facing the sea and indonesian hardwood flooring and solid coconut pillars support the tropical structure. A selection of Asian and Western food is served at breakfast, lunch and dinner. In season, a regular alfresco barbecue is available as are campfire dinners on the beach or jetty and starlight dinner cruises can also be arranged. Drinks can be taken at the teak-top bar or in the comfy loungers adjacent to the dining area.
Music Pavilion
Located at the far end of the camp and just a few metres from the shoreline, the Music Pavilion is a forest sanctuary. Here, you can listen to music, order picnic lunch and a bottle of wine, enjoy afternoon tea or a sunset cocktail.
Library
The Library specialises in Indonesian art and culture and includes a wide range of books on marine life. A laptop is also available for Internet access.
Boardwalk
Snorkelling equipment, windsurfers, kayaks and Hobie cats are available from the thatched-roof bale close to the boardwalk. The boardwalk itself is furnished with beach chairs and shade umbrellas and close by, a freshwater dipping pool is set against a wall of coral rock.
Dive Centre
A variety of superb dive spots are easily accessible from Amanwana. Guests can organise their underwater program at the Dive Centre which also offers a range of dive equipment.
Jungle Cove Spa
The Jungle Cove Spa is just off the beach under shady tamarind trees. Simple coral-stone walls divide the outdoor centre into three treatment areas, each including a recessed soaking tub and a shower. All face out to Amanwana Bay. Enjoy a massage, a fresh-fruit facial or a Borneo body scrub while watching the clouds gather about distant Mount Rinjani.
Gift Shop
A variety of Indonesian crafts and antiques can be found in the Gift Shop. A few Moyo-made offerings are also available.
Internet
Wireless broadband connections are available in the Library and selected public areas.
Tents
The camp’s 20 luxury tents are set under a canopy of tropical forest and each 58m² tent is enclosed by a solid wall. There is a soft waterproof external roof and a separate canvas interior and the entire structure is surrounded by a coral-stone deck. Inside, the air-conditioned tents feature banks of windows, Indonesian island artwork, a sitting area with facing divans, king-size bed, a writing desk and a large bathroom. There is hardwood flooring throughout.
Sand paths link the tents to one another and lead to the beach, the dining room and reception.
The tents are identical - the only difference between the two categories is location.
Ocean Tents
Choose an ocean tent to wake to ocean views.
Jungle Tents
If you prefer to be closer to the jungle then choose this category of tents.
Location
Just east of Bali lies the nature reserve of Moyo Island that plays host to Amanwana. Fifteen kilometres off the coast of Sumbawa, Moyo is at the western end of the Nusa Tenggara islands, a grouping that begins with Lombok and stretches some 1,300km east to Timor. Bali is one of the most accessible destinations in South-east Asia with daily flights from most major cities in Asia and Australia. Travellers from the United States or Europe tend to fly via Singapore or Hong Kong. There are also domestic flights from the surrounding islands and ferry connections.
Guests may fly from Bali to Moyo Island in a turboprop jet engine floatplane which lands in the bay directly in front of Amanwana, weather permitting. Scheduled flights are available three times a week. Flying time is approximately one hour and guests need to check-in at Denpasar airport only ¾ hour before the flight. The eight-seater Cessna Caravan amphibian floatplane has a strict baggage allowance of 15kg per person. Guests may also charter the Cessna Caravan at a one-way cost of US$2,900 including taxes, weather permitting. Flights are subject to availability and rates quoted are subject to change without notice.
Guests may also choose to fly by helicopter. A helicopter landing area near the camp allows for direct access to Amanwana from Bali and helicopter pads are conveniently located close to the Bali resorts Amanusa, Amandari and Amankila. Bali Helicopters operates a Bell 206B Jetranger that accommodates two passengers with a maximum payload (passengers plus baggage) of 190kg. Pricing ava
Conditions
Deposit:
In order to hold space beyond the option date, a deposit of AU$610 per person which includes AU$110 (incl GST) Travel the World (TTW) Administration Fee per person is required at Travel the World's office within seven (7) days of confirmation or the booking will automatically be cancelled.
Final Payment:
Final payment is due in Travel the World's office 70 days prior to client's departure from Australia. If bookings are made within 70 days, full payment is due immediately on confirmation.
Late Bookings (30 days or less prior to travel):
Payment is required immediately on confirmation. Once confirmed cancellation charges will be applicable.
Rate Taxes:
All rates are subject to 10% service charge and government tax at 11% (compounding to 21% in total) in addition to the room charge.
Administration and Amendment Fees:
Travel the World charges a A$110 per person Administration Fee on all cancellations made after the confirmation. This fee is paid with the deposit and deducted from the final balance. An Amendment Fee of AUD$16.50 per person (incl GST) will apply to any additional modification requested after the original booking has been made and confirmed.
Cancellations:
All periods Except 18 December to 4 January & 21 December to 6 January - cancellations made at least 14 days prior to guest arrival will not be subject to a cancellation fee. Cancellations made within 14 days will be subject to a cancellation fee of two nights accommodation together with applicable government taxes. **Confirmed bookings for the period of 18 December to 4 January & 21 December to 6 January require 30 days notice to cancel. For cancellations made with less than 30 days notice will be subject to a cancellation fee of two nights accommodation together with applicable government taxes. All cancellations regardless of fees charged by the property will be subject to the Travel The World charge of AU$110 (inc GST) per person Administration Fee.
Compulsory Full Board:
Additional compulsory full board per night charge at US$150 double and US$75 single at Amanwana includes all meals, non-alcoholic beverages, laundry, all trekking and beach activities - snorkelling (including night snorkelling), kayaking, sailing and windsurfing. All above rates are subject to service charges and government taxes. Other supplementary costs are motorised boating activities, scuba diving, alcoholic beverages, spa treatments and waterfall trek.
General Information: - Transfers - Amanwana offers three methods of transfer. Option One - scheduled Merpati flights operate between Denpasar Airport in Bali to Sumbawa Besar Airport, via Mataram on Lombok Island three times per week on Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday. Guests are then transferred to the camp by Amanwana's 55 foot luxury yacht with champagne and canapés served onboard. The return cost is US$300 per adult including access to the Lombok Airport lounge and airport transfer. Services could alter due to seasonality and schedule and rates remain subject to change. In order to arrange flights it is important that reservations be notified of any changes to arrival & departure flights. Option Two - Private Cessna Floatplane. Option Three - Helicopter.
- Extra Adults & Children - only a maximum of three adults are accepted per suite. The suites are fitted with a king-size bed with two large divans built into the front corners of the tent that can be made into comfortable sleeping beds for children or sleeping for an additional adult. Two children under 12 years of age can share a suite with their parent/s at no charge. For reservation requests of more than two adults, an extra person surcharge will apply.
Check-In / Check-Out Times
Check-in time is from 2.00pm. Check-out time is 12noon. Late Check-out - the charge for use of the suite after check-out time and up to 6pm is 50% of the applied rate. However, any request for the late check-out either paid or on a complimentary basis is subject to availability and at the discretion of the hotel management.