Year of the Fire Horse at NIHI
A five day equestrian add on experience, priced per guest and inspired by the spirited horses of NIHI Sumba, marking the Year of the Fire Horse in 2026.
From NIHI’s iconic Swimming With Horses to sunrise walks beside the herd or gentle riding, mindful equine connection, a Spa Safari at Nihioka, and two elemental dining moments, this journey moves through fire, water, and land in rhythm with Sumba’s wild terrain.
EXPERIENCE PRICING
• Package is bookable at USD 1,388++ per person
• Subject to 21% service and tax charge
• All year long up to 22 Dec 2026 available
• Starts from 17 Feb 2026
Suggested : minimum 5 days 4 nights stay to avoid tight schedule.
*Offer does not include accommodation and is available to in house guests only.
Swimming With Horses
Swim alongside NIHI’s horses as they move freely through the ocean, guided by experienced handlers. A calm, grounding experience shaped by water, movement, and trust.
Equine Connection Session
Choose Equine Yoga, Guided Meditation, or Grounded Equine Connection.
A quiet, on-land session led by an equine specialist, focusing on breath, awareness, and mindful interaction with the horses.
Sunrise Beach Ride
A gentle, guided horseback ride along the shoreline at sunrise. Available for guests within riding weight limits.
Sunrise Beach Walk With Horses
For guests not riding. Walk the shoreline beside the horses as they move with their handlers in the early morning light.
Half Day Spa Safari at Nihioka
A half day wellness journey at Nihioka Spa including ocean-view treatments, a nourishing lunch, and a thirty minute equine massage experience with the horses.
Chef’s Fire & Flow Tasting Menu
A bold, elemental exploration of flavor.
Private Nature-Immersive Dinner
A sunset or starlit setting celebrating passion, strength, and harmony.
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Nihigram
Morning begins with palm tree shadows stretching across the sand. Day-old turtles make their first journey to the ocean while the surf rolls in. As the sun sets, locals wash their horses in the sea, and life moves to the rhythm it always has.
These are the moments that make NIHI more than a destination, they’re the memories you’ll carry long after you’ve left. 🤍
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#nihigram by @scottybauer_
Mornings begin with horses running freely along the shoreline, mist drifting over the hills, and the gentle rhythm of the ocean in the distance.
A refreshing swim, breakfast by the sea, and nowhere else to be but here.
It’s the kind of place that reminds you to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and soak up the beauty around you.
Perched above the Indian Ocean, Raja Mandaka is the owner’s private villa and the crown jewel of NIHI. Designed for complete privacy, it overlooks Nihiwatu Beach, where horses gallop free on the white sand and sunsets melt into the horizon.
From sunrise swims to evenings spent listening to the waves below, every moment here feels worlds away.
@nihi’s padel game just went up a level as professional padel player @denise.hoefer.3005 takes to the court. Surrounded by lush tropical beauty, and with our herd of horses as her audience, Denise shows us how to have fun on the Edge of Wildness.
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#nihigram by @hafido_hk
Wake to horses wandering the shores of Nihiwatu Beach, spend your afternoons by your own private pool in your villa retreat, rally beneath the golden glow at the Ride & Racquet Club, and watch the sun catch the magic of @nihi as it melt into the horizon.
@nihi takes you beyond the resort and connects you with the soul of the island. By exploring the traditional villages and experiencing a rich and unique culture that harks back to a forgotten time, you’ll find a forever place in your heart for Sumba.
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#nihigram by @tarashupe
An evening rally at @nihi’s brand new Ride & Racquet Club, where tennis meets equestrian life. Passing horses become your audience as you play surrounded by Sumba’s wild beauty while listening to the sound of the ocean nearby in between serves.
Some mornings, the horses leave more than footprints. They leave silhouettes that stretch across the sand, fleeting works of art shaped by the morning light. Another unforgettable day at the Edge of Wildness.
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#nihigram by @childsphotos
Your day at NIHI begins with a little bit of magic. A refreshing morning swim, the sound of waves rolling in, and the sight of NIHI’s horses galloping freely along the shoreline below.
On some mornings, a local farmer’s herd of water buffalo wanders across Nihiwatu Beach, while newly hatched sea turtles make their first journey to the ocean. These are the moments that make life on the Edge of Wildness so extraordinary, where nature quietly sets the rhythm of the day and no two mornings are ever quite the same.
The sheer magic of @nihi. Watch as a herd of horses wanders past the main pool and into the ocean, creating one of those beautiful NIHI Sumba moments you can completely lose yourself in. Be immersed in days like no other, and spellbound as the evening sun begins to descend.
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#nihigram by @catalinavonbonin @jonaways
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