Journeys in Residence


NIHI Sumba is a place to inspire and be inspired.

We invite world class talent to share their passion with our staff and guests including culinary arts, outdoor adventure, entertainment, spa therapies & healing modalities, photography and much more!


Visiting Practitioners

  • Paula Baldomir – Reconnect Body & Mind

  • Emilie Nyman – Movement & Osteopathy

  • Tatsuya Hirakawa – Performance Conditioning

  • Dr. Fabio Paciucci – Holistic Wellness Residency

Paula Baldomir – Reconnect Body & Mind

Paula is a yoga and movement teacher from Gran Canaria, Spain, and the creator of TConcept – a holistic method that integrates movement, mindfulness and inner reflection. Her approach blends strength, presence and emotional awareness, offering a grounded and intuitive experience for deeper internal connection

Emilie Nyman – Movement & Osteopathy

Emilie, a native of Norway, offers a wealth of expertise in wellness and health cultivated through her global adventures. With a foundation in Osteopathic Medicine and a specialization in women’s health, Emilie provides a holistic approach to well-being.

Her extensive experience in yoga and yogic philosophy spans over 17 years, making her a trusted guide in the realm of mindfulness and physical well-being. Through her tailored sessions and immersive retreat experiences, Emilie offers women and men alike, not just rejuvenation but also profound self-discovery. With a focus on biomechanics, neurology, and the spiritual essence of yoga, Emilie’s teachings foster deep connections between your mind, body, and spirit, providing a transformative journey for those seekers of wellbeing and rejuvenation.

Tatsuya Hirakawa – Performance Conditioning

Tatsuya Hirakawa is a pioneering body-conditioning therapist and the founder of Vousy, a specialized method designed to align the physical condition of elite performers operating at the highest level. Rooted in performance conditioning and physical adaptability, his approach prepares the body to excel under the most demanding conditions.

Blending the precision of Japanese martial arts with refined therapeutic techniques from around the world, the Vousy Method offers a truly global experience, anchored in Tokyo and practiced within the world’s most exclusive circles.

Focused on resilience and adaptability as the basis of sustained excellence, Vousy combines targeted conditioning, therapeutic treatments, and personalized wellness consultations. Tatsuya’s hands-on work reshapes the body’s readiness and begins transforming performance from the very first touch.

Available only by private referral and offered on rare occasions, Vousy is trusted by X Games gold medalists, Grammy-winning artists, top models, and visionary entrepreneurs.

Dr. Fabio Paciucci – Holistic Wellness Residency

Dr. Fabio Massimo Paciucci is a certified Transformational Breath Facilitator and Hatha Yoga instructor specializing in holistic wellness. Integrating Reiki, ancient Russian shamanic traditions, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, he clears energetic blockages and addresses the emotional roots of physiological imbalances.

His program blends acupuncture, gua sha, cupping, moxibustion, Reiki, breathwork, and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), alongside regenerative facial therapies. Focused on balance, mindfulness, and renewal, his approach empowers individuals to restore and sustain optimal well-being.



Visiting Storyteller

  • Nadine Schwengenbecher

Nadine Schwengenbecher

Over the Easter holiday 2026, the Literature Workshop for Kids invites young guests into a week of storytelling, creativity, and gentle discovery, guided by Nadine Schwengenbecher. With a background as a primary school and Montessori teacher, children’s book and musical author, and founder of the Literature Workshop for Kids in Berlin, Nadine brings more than two decades of experience in inviting children to experience stories with all their senses. Through art, movement, play, and quiet reflection, children are encouraged to explore themes of renewal, imagination, and inner strength, allowing stories to be felt, lived, and remembered long after the holiday has passed.


Resident Practitioner

  • Lina Love – Elevate Your
    Wellness

Lina Love – Elevate Your
Wellness

Lina Love offers Yoga, Reiki Healing (including Reiki with horses), Pilates, Thai Yoga Massage, and 7 Chakra Singing Bowl therapy. She is also passionate about fitness and is committed to providing extensive instruction and counselling to clients, while motivating them to find true inner peace and their healthiest self. Lina is a 600-hour certified yoga instructor, a certified Reformer & Mat Pilates teacher, Thai Yoga Massage practitioner, and Certified Reiki energy healer. She intuitively blends movement, sound, breath, and energy work to help clients restore balance, release tension, and reconnect with their highest self.


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Photography Services

Capture the magic of NIHI Sumba with our professional photography services! From golden sunsets on Nihiwatu Beach to vibrant island adventures, our skilled photographers create stunning, timeless memories for families, couples, or groups. Book your session today and let Sumba’s beauty shine through every frame.



Wellness Menu

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    Equestrian Specialist

    Experience the joy of bitless riding at NIHI Sumba. Our dedicated team of horse whisperers and horsemen prioritize the well-being of our majestic horses, offering guided rides along the beach or through rainforests. Connect with these gentle giants, improve your riding skills, and find inner peace. Discover the transformative power of horses in a natural and harmonious setting.

    Photography Services

    Allow one of our in-house photographers to create a unique tailor-made photographic and video experience for you. They can capture your stay in Sumba creating memories that you’ll never forget: surfing, water sports, portraits, riding and swimming with horses and other activities during your stay.


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