March 1-8, 2025
South Africa
yoga | safari| nature
Unleash your free self in
South Africa
If an African Safari is on your bucket list, I’ve got you covered with this incredible retreat experience where we’ll set our intention on living free and untamed.
We’ll spend the first 3 nights surrounded by mountains and sea in the lush green landscape of Amani House in Hout Bay, Cape Town. This place is an oasis for transformation, healing, and connection allowing for the perfect balance of serenity and exploration. There will be time to step out of our oasis each day and explore a taste of what Cape Town has to offer. There will be options for hiking, beach time, shopping at local markets, cafes, etc.
After 3 nights, we’ll travel 4 hours inland to our luxury safari lodge in the private wildlife reserve, Sanbona. Each day we’ll take in the incredible wildlife on game drives in search of the big 5 (lions, elephants, cheetahs, rhinos, and African Buffalo) with plenty of time to rest by the pool, get a massage, star gaze, soak in the peaceful nature that surrounds our lodge.
daily schedule
There is a lot of room in the schedule to take the time you need for yourself. Everything is optional but the typical flow of a day is the following:
yoga + meditation in the morning
group breakfast
free time – hiking, beach time, exploring Cape Town, reading poolside, nature walks at game reserve
late afternoon or evening yoga
group dinner
evening hangs
The schedule will look different during the safari portion of the retreat.
meals
All of your meals during the retreat times will be included in the cost. Because I like to leave space in the afternoons for you to decide how you want to spend your time, lunches during our time in Cape Town will be open to you. I will give you money at the start of the retreat so you can enjoy some of the local restaurants for lunch. I will also provide some great suggestions! All meals during the our time at Sanbona will be served there.
travel to cape town
The retreat will begin at 11 am on March 1st and ends on March 8th. You will search for flights to Cape Town International Airport. When looking for flights, make note that we’ll be leaving the safari location at 11 am on the 8th and it’s about a 4-hour drive back to Cape Town from there so look for flights that leave at 5 pm or later. If that is not possible, you can pay your own transfer from the safari lodge to get to the airport on time. If you plan to arrive early or stay later I’m happy to offer suggestions of places to stay or things to do if you need support!
included in the retreat
all yoga sessions
accommodations
all meals during the retreat time frame
transportation to/from group outings in Cape Town
transportation from Cape Town to Safari and back
Airport transfer (one scheduled group transfer on start/end day)
use of pool and relaxation areas at Sanbona
Safari game drives
Guided wilderness walks
retreat swag
NOT INCLUDED
optional excursions
airfare
alcoholic beverages
travel insurance for your trip
tips for staff at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
Investment
$5,000 Inclusive retreat price per person
7 nights / 8 days
max # of guests: 10
Each room will accommodate 2 individuals.
**Beds can be 1 king bed for a couple or 2 single beds for friends. Guests traveling solo can choose the shared room and I will match you with another guest.
$1,000 non-refundable deposit Due May 1st. to save your spot. Payment plans are available. Message me if you’d like to discuss that.
amani house, cape town
The first 3 nights (March 1-4) we will stay at Amani House in Hout Bay, Cape Town.
The Geodesic domes are situated in the tranquil gardens alongside the crystal labyrinth. They offer a very unique experience of eco-glamping. Each spacious dome has king/twin size beds with percale linen and an outside eco-toilet and shower. Sleeping in the geodesic dome cocoons you with this harmonious design in nature while looking up at the stars.
sanbona reserve, montagu
The final 4 nights (March 4-8) we will stay at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve in Montagu, South Africa.
We’ll take in breath-taking views of the undulating mountains and landscape embracing the historical Tilney Manor in a refuge of peace and tranquillity. The Manor offers spacious open-plan suites leading onto private verandas. Guest experiences include authentic Karoo cuisine, luxurious lounges, and a rim-flow pool. Indulge your senses at the Relaxation Retreat which boasts a steam room and sauna while witnessing a pure African spectacle – a Karoo sunset.
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