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Build Confidence in the Saddle.

Make your dream of riding a horse with confidence and ease a reality at NIHI Sumba. Our experienced NIHI equestrian team offers private and small-group lessons tailored to your level.

You’ll spend time getting to know the Sandalwood herd, developing trust on the ground before carrying that connection into the saddle. Sessions begin in the arena, building balance, control, and understanding. The focus is not only on technique, but on feeling at ease and in harmony with your horse. As your confidence builds, lessons often advance and continue along the shoreline as you head out onto Nihiwatu Beach.

Collage featuring an aerial view of NIHI Sumba’s Sandalwood Stables with golden Easter eggs nestled in lush greenery near the white sand beach — created to promote the resort’s Easter 2025 Program and festive family celebrations.
Wall-mounted wooden saddle rack inside Sandalwood Stables at NIHI® Sumba, displaying an organized collection of numbered leather saddles used for a variety of equestrian activities.

Overview

Join us at Sandalwood Stables for an equestrian adventure that will leave you with lifelong memories, as you explore the natural beauty of Sumba alongside our cherished horses.

We recommend wearing leggings or long trousers/jeans, socks, and enclosed shoes when riding.

Helmets and boots are available.

For our younger guests, please refer to the Little Guest’s section of this directory for tailored riding experiences.

DURATION
1 hour

NOTES
Weight Limit: 85kg.

Additional fee required for photographer

We recommend wearing leggings or long trousers, socks, and enclosed shoes when riding. Helmets and boots are available.

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Exploring Sumba’s Equine Heritage with these experiences packages

Horses are integral to the soul of Sumba and NIHI®’s exceptional equestrian facility, Sandalwood Stables, offers a range of exceptional equine experiences for horse lovers, beginner through to advanced riders. Our team has handpicked our beautiful herd of local horses, ready to carry you off into the sunset and beyond. The original breed of the local Sumba pony comes from Mongolian and Arab bloodlines, brought to Sumba for trading in exchange for sandalwood and spices. Though a small breed, their genetic makeup makes for an extremely agile and highly spirited horse.

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