7-Day Yoga & Wildlife Safari Wellness Retreat in South Africa

The Namaskar Wildlife Yoga Retreat is a 7-day immersive experience set on a private, family-run wildlife reserve in the heart of the South African bush. It's a rare chance to live within a working game reserve, not just visit it. The reserve has been carefully managed for over 15 years, and wildlife moves freely across the land—giraffes, buffalo, zebra, and antelope often graze right outside the yoga deck and dining areas. Days are unhurried, framed by guided yoga, meditation, and breathwork each morning, with game drives at sunrise and sunset when the animals are most active. Between sessions, you'll have plenty of time to rest by the pool, read on your terrace, or join a guided bush walk to explore the landscape up close. The yoga program is suitable for all levels, focusing on grounding, mobility, strength, and relaxation, with Yin, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga styles offered. Evening practices include Yoga Nidra and restorative sessions designed to calm the nervous system and prepare you for deep sleep. Meals are a highlight—all included, prepared fresh, and served family-style in the outdoor boma, with a traditional bushveld lunch over an open fire at the weekend. Your host, Hanneke, left a career in corporate engineering to teach yoga and has studied in India and Cape Town. She brings a decade of practice and a deep love for the African bush to every session, ensuring you feel supported whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner.

What's included

- Airport pick-up and drop-off - All accommodation (6 nights) - Three daily meals and snacks - Daily yoga classes (Vinyasa, Yin, Ashtanga) - Daily meditation and pranayama classes - Sunrise and sunset game drives (twice daily) - Guided bush walks - One 60-minute massage per guest - Use of swimming pool and wood-fired hot tub - Cooking class - Group excursions and activities - Welcome drink and refreshments (water, tea, coffee) - Professional event photos - Pre- and post-retreat support - Wi-Fi and parking

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments - Horseback safari (upgrade) - Private room supplements - Extra nights