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Candice Webster at NIHI Sumba

Exclusive Retreat
with Personal Equine Healing Sessions

To celebrate 2026, the Year of the Horse, we are delighted to announce a special partnership with world-renowned healer and intuitive guide, Candice Webster. From 26–30 June 2026, Candice will briefly leave her farm in South Africa for an exclusive retreat at NIHI Sumba. The extraordinary five-day journey includes personal equine healing sessions and equine wellness experiences with our majestic sandalwood horses at the Edge of Wildness.

Our 2026 Retreat with Candice is now fully booked.
Please stay tuned for Candice’s 2027 retreat and our upcoming equine experiences. Sign up to our newsletter below to be the first to hear more.

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Overview

Candice combines the ancient wisdom of metaphysics with the profound healing power of horses to provide transformational experiences. In Candice’s ceremonies and sessions, she intuitively channels healing energy. The horses act as mirrors, reflecting hidden emotions or subconscious patterns that need to be acknowledged and released. They also assist in clearing blockages, while restoring balance and clarity.

Candice’s philosophy synergizes perfectly with the spirit of NIHI and the animist beliefs of the island. Sumba’s ancient but living religion, Marapu, centres on the balance between the spirit world, humans and nature – including the island’s unique Sandalwood horses. The Sandalwood Stables at NIHI Sumba established over a decade ago by our very own horse whisperer, Carol Sharpe, has long offered a space to grow, heal and connect.

Our year-round equine wellness experiences include reiki, yoga and massage, all with the healing presence of horses. Each experience offers a path to the transformative, healing power that flows from these majestic animals.

  • One-to-one equine-guided healing session with Candice, one of the world’s leading equine healers.
  • Energetic awareness and somatic practices inspired by Sumba’s natural elements.
  • Cultural immersion rooted in the island’s ancestral horse traditions.
  • Grounding rituals, yoga, oceanfront rides and NIHI’s signature Spa Safari.

The Candice Webster Healing with Horses Retreat will take place over five immersive days from 26–30 June 2026. Guests are required to arrive at least one day prior and may depart from 1 July 2026 onwards to ensure a fully integrated experience.

The retreat rate is USD 7,000 per person, which includes all programmed sessions, ceremonies and guided work with Candice and NIHI’s Equine and Wellness teams. Accommodation, including all meals, is priced separately based on your preferred villa category.

Due to the intimate nature of the retreat, spaces are very limited. Final participation will be confirmed based on the order of registrations received and each guest’s equine experience to ensure a harmonious and transformative group journey.

Get in touch

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Nihigram

Embark from @nihi on a day cast away on Sumba’s untouched shores.

Set out by boat in the early morning to go fishing in the open waters where you’ll catch your own lunch before heading to the white sands of Konda Beach. Swim, snorkel, or paddle board in the peaceful turquoise waters before your catch is served at your own a private barefoot barbecue. The Robinson Crusoe Experience is a memorable day for those seeking an authentic island adventure.

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Embark from @nihi on a day cast away on Sumba’s untouched shores.Set out by boat in the early morning to go fishing in the open waters where you’ll catch your own lunch before heading to the white sands of Konda Beach. Swim, snorkel, or paddle board in the peaceful turquoise waters before your catch is served at your own a private barefoot barbecue. The Robinson Crusoe Experience is a memorable day for those seeking an authentic island adventure.

Serene moments in tranquil surroundings. Here, the world beyond Sumba fades away. Palm trees sway in the breeze, waves roll gently onto shore, and horses wander freely along 2.5 kilometres of untouched beach. This is a place where the wildness of Sumba calms the mind, restores the soul, and invites you to slow down. Welcome to @nihi, your home at the Edge of Wildness.

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Serene moments in tranquil surroundings. Here, the world beyond Sumba fades away. Palm trees sway in the breeze, waves roll gently onto shore, and horses wander freely along 2.5 kilometres of untouched beach. This is a place where the wildness of Sumba calms the mind, restores the soul, and invites you to slow down. Welcome to @nihi, your home at the Edge of Wildness.

A foot massage in paradise with a touch of equine magic.

Sit back and take in the tranquility and picturesque setting of NIHI Spa. A rejuvenating retreat set in the midst of palm trees with an ocean view.

To get to Nihioka from @nihi requires either a 90-minute scenic trek, a 10-minute drive by safari vehicle, or a journey by e-bike or horseback. However you choose to arrive, your reward is to arrive to a place surrounded by nature that is disconnected from everywhere else. Enjoy an ocean-view breakfast before beginning an immersive half-day NIHI Spa Safari experience, with three treatments chosen by you from the menu. Choices include a therapeutic horse massage as part of NIHI Sumba’s Equine Wellness offering.

NIHI Spa is an unforgettable experience where your mind, body, and nature move gently back into harmony.
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A foot massage in paradise with a touch of equine magic.Sit back and take in the tranquility and picturesque setting of NIHI Spa. A rejuvenating retreat set in the midst of palm trees with an ocean view.To get to Nihioka from @nihi requires either a 90-minute scenic trek, a 10-minute drive by safari vehicle, or a journey by e-bike or horseback. However you choose to arrive, your reward is to arrive to a place surrounded by nature that is disconnected from everywhere else. Enjoy an ocean-view breakfast before beginning an immersive half-day NIHI Spa Safari experience, with three treatments chosen by you from the menu. Choices include a therapeutic horse massage as part of NIHI Sumba’s Equine Wellness offering.NIHI Spa is an unforgettable experience where your mind, body, and nature move gently back into harmony..#nihigram by @catalinavonbonin @jonaways

Feel the quiet magic of @nihi’s herd on Nihiwatu Beach. Moving to an unhurried rhythm, they wade through the water and leave footprints in the sand before letting their spirits loose in a gallop along the shoreline. A beautiful reminder of what true freedom looks like.
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Feel the quiet magic of @nihi’s herd on Nihiwatu Beach. Moving to an unhurried rhythm, they wade through the water and leave footprints in the sand before letting their spirits loose in a gallop along the shoreline. A beautiful reminder of what true freedom looks like..#nihigram by @josepalbert @evelien_louise

From chasing waves to an unforgettable set on the sand at The Boathouse, @ziggyalberts kicks off the very first Sunset Session at @nihi.

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From chasing waves to an unforgettable set on the sand at The Boathouse, @ziggyalberts kicks off the very first Sunset Session at @nihi.

Morning swims at Putri Hillrise makes the world you know feel far away. A villa set high above @nihi that offers sweeping views of the Edge of Wildness and a true sense of escape.

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Morning swims at Putri Hillrise makes the world you know feel far away. A villa set high above @nihi that offers sweeping views of the Edge of Wildness and a true sense of escape.

GIVEAWAY CLOSED: Last chance to win a stay at NIHI Sumba!

It’s the final few days before our competition for a 3-night stay on the Edge of Wildness ends. To celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse, one lucky follower will stay where horses roam and the days feel untamed. To have the chance to experience the magic of NIHI Sumba, all you have to do is:
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Competition closes 30th April, 2026. Full T&C available in our link in BIO.

The Edge of Wildness is closer than you think!
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GIVEAWAY CLOSED: Last chance to win a stay at NIHI Sumba!It’s the final few days before our competition for a 3-night stay on the Edge of Wildness ends. To celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse, one lucky follower will stay where horses roam and the days feel untamed. To have the chance to experience the magic of NIHI Sumba, all you have to do is:* Follow @nihi* Share this post to your storyCompetition closes 30th April, 2026. Full T&C available in our link in BIO.The Edge of Wildness is closer than you think!.#nihigram @alifeiimagined

Raw beauty, untamed adventure, and moments that stay with you forever. Welcome to @nihi. A place that stays with you long after you’ve left. Experience the magic in the spaces between nature and luxury. A retreat from the modern world out on the Edge of Wildness.

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Raw beauty, untamed adventure, and moments that stay with you forever. Welcome to @nihi. A place that stays with you long after you’ve left. Experience the magic in the spaces between nature and luxury. A retreat from the modern world out on the Edge of Wildness.

Wake up to the wonder of untamed nature as first light filters through the palms and the mist rises.

@nihi is where breakfast is served slowly and enjoyed with the sight of horses to admire and the background sound of waves rolling in. Spend your days with quiet swims by the ocean or in the comfort of your own private haven. The Edge of Wildness awaits to be discovered.

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Wake up to the wonder of untamed nature as first light filters through the palms and the mist rises.@nihi is where breakfast is served slowly and enjoyed with the sight of horses to admire and the background sound of waves rolling in. Spend your days with quiet swims by the ocean or in the comfort of your own private haven. The Edge of Wildness awaits to be discovered.

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