NIHI Sumba

Nihi has the best service and hospitality I’ve ever experienced. They truly go out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. They made us feel so special for our honeymoon with all the details they provided. They decorated our room, sat us in a table decorated with flowers for dinner, and upgraded us to the best spa room. It felt like they were celebrating with us. Maxy and Vera, our coaches during our stay, took care of all our needs and made our stay so stress free. Perfect location for a honeymoon and definitely worth the trip from Los Angeles.

I have always struggled to trust horses since a traumatic experience as a child, which left me scarred. That fear stayed with me for years — a shadow that kept me admiring horses from afar but never feeling truly comfortable around them. So, when I arrived at NIHI for the Equine Intuitive Retreat, I wasn’t sure what to expect — only that it would take a leap of faith to face my fears Meeting Carol changed everything. She is truly one of a kind — her ability to connect with the horses felt almost magical, completely in tune with NIHI’s peaceful surroundings. In our first session, I found myself in tears — not from fear, but from an overwhelming sense of release. Carol introduced me to Marley, a horse chosen specifically for me, and over the next four days, I slowly learned to let go of my anxiety and rebuild my trust. What also struck me was NIHI’s incredible approach to their horses, guided by stable manager Evelien. Her philosophy of allowing the horses to be free spirits — rather than controlling them — was unlike anything I had ever seen. It created this sense of harmony and calm that allowed me to connect with Marley in a way I never thought possible. As a female pilot in the UAE, I’m used to working in a fast-paced, male-dominated environment where I must project confidence and control. At NIHI, I had to embrace vulnerability — to trust Carol and Marley, to let them guide me — and it was one of the most powerful experiences of my life. I left feeling stronger, calmer, and with a newfound respect for the incredible bond between humans and horses.

To sum up Nihi Sumba in one word would have to be WOW. Where do i start. Everything about this resort is absolutely amazing, from the rooms, food & beverage and the staff. I had very high expectations for this place and I’m happy to say those expectations were exceeded. All the food and non alcoholic drinks are included in the room rate, and everything was A1. So many cool and unique experiences are on offer ranging from a half day spa safari, swimming with local horses or surfing the world famous ‘gods left’. But the highlight of our stay would have to be how nice the staff were. At all levels from the GM to the Chefs to the gardeners. Everyone meets you with a huge smile and a welcome. Will forever be grateful for the opportunity to have stayed here with my family, memories that I will cherish for life.