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A Hidden Sanctuary on Sumba’s Wild Coast

Just 15 minutes from NIHI Sumba, Nihioka Spa is a sanctuary immersed in nature. Set across 100 acres of pristine land framed by rice fields, jungle, and ocean, it offers a setting where wellness and wilderness exist in perfect harmony.

With access to two secluded beaches and a freshwater pool overlooking the coastline, Nihioka invites guests to slow down and reconnect to the land, to the elements, and to themselves.

Nihioka is also home to our retired horses, who now live peacefully within this sanctuary. Here, they begin a second chapter through gentle equine wellness experiences. Guests may simply observe their calm presence or participate in guided equine therapy sessions, a deeply grounding and often transformative encounter.

Here is more than a spa, but a place of meaningful connection.

Aerial view of the Nihioka Spa rice terraces at NIHI® Sumba, with lush green paddies cascading down the valley slopes toward the Indian Ocean, surrounded by tropical foliage and stone-lined garden paths.
Spa therapist giving a relaxing outdoor massage at Nihioka with ocean views and lush tropical greenery in the background.
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Two massage tables inside an open-air thatched-roof treatment bale at NIHI® Sumba’s Spa Safari™, overlooking the Indian Ocean at sunrise, with warm golden light streaming through the roof and soft waves below.
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Wellness Menu

BROCHURE

Full Body Massages

A deeply relaxing massage, light to medium pressure including a specialized stomach massage, reflecting the Sumbanese belief that the stomach is the body’s second brain.

DURATION
60 minutes
90 minutes

A restorative medium pressure massage, with sweeping massage motions incorporating the use of elbow and forearm. Tailored to the individual.

DURATION
60 minutes
90 minutes

A powerful strong deep tissue massage combined with Thai stretching techniques. Utilises a buffalo horn to alleviate deep-seated tension and muscular stress.

DURATION
60 minutes
90 minutes

Soothing technique to relieve tension, promote relaxation, and improve circulation, leaving you feeling calm and rejuvenated.

Contrast therapy has been shown to be extremely effective in stimulating micro-circulation, flushing away tissue toxins and acids. Choose only hot stones for a more muscle warming experience or only cold stones to cool and soothe overly sun-kissed skin.

DURATION
60 minutes
90 minutes

For the ultimate nirvana, enhance your massage experience with two therapists and four hands working in tandem for double the relaxation.

DURATION
90 minutes

By incorporating dynamic movements, passive stretching, and acupressure techniques, Thai massage can help alleviate muscle tension, improve flexibility, and reduce stress levels. A special Thai shirt and pants are provided for your comfort while receiving the treatment.

DURATION
60 minutes
90 minutes

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No trending audio. No soundtrack needed.Just the rhythm of Sumba. The ocean, the horses, the wind through the palms and the sounds that make this place feel like nowhere else.

After an unforgettable first Healing with Horses retreat on the Edge of Wildness, we’re delighted to announce that Candice Webster will return to NIHI Sumba in 2027.

Our inaugural retreat brought together the extraordinary energy of Sumba, our Sandalwood horses and Candice’s intuitive approach to equine healing for five deeply transformative days of connection, renewal and discovery.

In 2027, we return to the herd for two intimate retreats:

1–6 June 2027
8–13 June 2027

Spaces are limited. Each retreat offers the opportunity to slow down, reconnect and experience the profound relationship between horses, nature and self.

Full details and enquires are available via the retreat page, linked in our bio.

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After an unforgettable first Healing with Horses retreat on the Edge of Wildness, we’re delighted to announce that Candice Webster will return to NIHI Sumba in 2027.Our inaugural retreat brought together the extraordinary energy of Sumba, our Sandalwood horses and Candice’s intuitive approach to equine healing for five deeply transformative days of connection, renewal and discovery.In 2027, we return to the herd for two intimate retreats:1–6 June 20278–13 June 2027Spaces are limited. Each retreat offers the opportunity to slow down, reconnect and experience the profound relationship between horses, nature and self.Full details and enquires are available via the retreat page, linked in our bio.

A true @nihi journey that has only just begun.

Cherish is a graduate from the Rote Hospitality Academy. Today, he is proudly part of the team at @nihirote, welcoming guests from around the world and sharing the beauty, culture and stories of the island he calls home.

@rote_hospitality_academy is proud to help create opportunities for Rote’s next generation, providing the skills and pathways to build their futures on the island.

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A true @nihi journey that has only just begun.Cherish is a graduate from the Rote Hospitality Academy. Today, he is proudly part of the team at @nihirote, welcoming guests from around the world and sharing the beauty, culture and stories of the island he calls home.@rote_hospitality_academy is proud to help create opportunities for Rote’s next generation, providing the skills and pathways to build their futures on the island.

Where culture runs deep and nature remains wild.

From ancient traditions and the enduring bond between the Sumbanese people and their horses, to untouched coastlines, rolling hills and endless horizons, Sumba is a place shaped by both its people and the land they call home.

At NIHI, every journey is a chance to experience the island as it has been for generations: raw, beautiful and deeply connected to its roots.
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#nihigram by @gedewahyuu_

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Where culture runs deep and nature remains wild.From ancient traditions and the enduring bond between the Sumbanese people and their horses, to untouched coastlines, rolling hills and endless horizons, Sumba is a place shaped by both its people and the land they call home.At NIHI, every journey is a chance to experience the island as it has been for generations: raw, beautiful and deeply connected to its roots..#nihigram by @gedewahyuu_

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The simplest mornings often leave the greatest impression.

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Mornings to dream about.Wake to the sound of rolling waves, swaying palms, and birdsong as the island slowly comes to life. Here, peace isn’t something you have to search for, it’s all around you. In the quiet, away from the everyday, you’ll find space to reconnect with nature, with the moment, and with yourself.The simplest mornings often leave the greatest impression.

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Deeply woven into Sumbanese culture, the local people have bathed their horses in the ocean for generations. More than just an adventure, it’s a rare opportunity to connect with these incredible animals while experiencing a tradition that has been passed down through the ages.

Join the daily swimming with horses experience and discover one of Sumba’s most beautiful and authentic rituals.

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Experience one of NIHI Sumba’s most magical moments: swimming with horses at Nihiwatu Beach.Deeply woven into Sumbanese culture, the local people have bathed their horses in the ocean for generations. More than just an adventure, it’s a rare opportunity to connect with these incredible animals while experiencing a tradition that has been passed down through the ages.Join the daily swimming with horses experience and discover one of Sumba’s most beautiful and authentic rituals.

The soul of Sumba lives in its traditions.

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#nihigram by @gedewahyuu_

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The soul of Sumba lives in its traditions.Here, culture isn’t something preserved behind glass. It’s woven into every thread of ikat, passed from one generation to the next through age-old stories and legends, and carried proudly by the people who call this island home.The bond between the Sumbanese people and their horses runs deep, shaped over centuries and celebrated in the ancient Pasola festival, where tradition, courage and community come together in one of Indonesia’s most extraordinary cultural events.Even today, these timeless scenes can still be found along the beaches of Sumba, where horses roam freely and the island’s heritage continues to live on..#nihigram by @gedewahyuu_

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This is the magic of mornings at NIHI, quiet, wild, and beautifully untouched.

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The first light spills across the ocean, the mist slowly lifts, horses wander freely along the shoreline, and the world seems to move a little slower.This is the magic of mornings at NIHI, quiet, wild, and beautifully untouched.

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No notifications. No playlists. No endless scrolling.Just birds singing, waves rolling onto the shore, and the kind of silence that reminds you what peace actually sounds like.

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