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Join us for a transformative 10 day Yoga and Safari Retreat in the breathtaking landscapes of South Africa. Experience daily yoga sessions designed to rejuvenate your mind while immersing yourself in the stunning beauty of the African wilderness. Connect with nature as you embark on exhilarating safari adventures, spotting majestic wildlife in their natural habitat. Escape the hustle and bustle of life and find your inner peace in this unforgettable journey.
Location - Ocean, Mountains and Savannah
Our first five nights will be spent at a forest and beach wellness center, Pumula Retreat Center. The large property boasts breath-taking sea views, has direct access to the forest, and is only 1km away from the beach. The attraction of the location is the quiet environment, the privacy and the spectacular natural surroundings. The South Coast boasts sunny weather all year around and, with the warm Indian Ocean, allows outdoor activities to be carried out all year long. Think of beach yoga or a refreshing dip in the ocean.
We will visit two nature reserves during our time at Pumula Retreat Center. The first is Lake Eland Nature Reserve where we will walk across the famous 263 foot long suspended bridge over the Oribi Gorge or choose to take a guided zipline tour of the reserve. Along the way, we will most likely see zebras, wildebeest, antelope and possibly giraffes (unless they are hiding inside the gorge). The second is Umtamvuna Nature Reserve where we will have a nice scenic hike along the river while admiring the cliffs, plateaus, grasslands and wildflowers.
The next two nights will be spent in the Drakensberg Mountains for yoga, hiking and enjoying the breathtaking panoramic view of the mountains. Our accommodations will be at the Didima Resort where we will stay in uniquely designed cabins which reflect the traditional dwellings of the Sans people who used to inhabit the region.
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Our last two nights will be at Ndaka Safari Lodge located in the 5 star Nambiti Private Game Reserve. It is also the only reserve in the area that can boast of having the Big 5, along with 40 other game species. We will experience our four game drives while at this reserve. Ndaka Safari Lodge is an African farmstead which has been converted and renovated into a homely, family- friendly lodge. The experienced field guides at Ndaka have a wealth of knowledge on the local fauna & flora, geology, history and geography offering a fun & informative African bush experience.
Included in the Retreat
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Round trip airport transfers to and from venue
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Five nights of accommodations at Pumula Resort
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Two nights of accommodations at Didima Resort
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Two nights of accommodations at Ndaka Lodge
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Four game drives in a Landcruiser with a ranger
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One mountain hike with a guide
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One forest hike
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Entrance fee to Lake Eland Nature Reserve and Umtamvuna Nature Reserve
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All meals
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Yoga twice daily (most days)
Not Included:
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Airfare
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Gratuities
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Alcohol
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Travel Insurance
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Spa treatments
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Zipline
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Additional activities not listed above
Your Teachers
Angie Eckenroth
ERYT 500
Radiant Yoga Studio, Owner
Overland Park, Kansas
Angie's practice began after being sidelined by a running injury. It was through yoga that she found healing. This led to her becoming a yoga teacher who is passionate about helping others find balance and healing in their bodies. Her classes are lighthearted and aligned with the needs of the students. She is certified at the 500 level from Kansas City Yoga Teacher Training where she is co-owner and a teacher trainer. Angie found her passion for planning and leading yoga retreats in 2014 and has led 20 retreats in the US and Internationally.
Leah Morgan
ERYT 200+
Core Balance Yoga Center, Owner
Lee's Summit, Missouri
Leah began her yoga journey as a student many years ago out of a curiosity. Wondering what all the fuss was about, she rolled out a mat at a local health club and gave it a shot. With that first class she started down a path of yoga that ultimately led to Leah becoming a 200-hour+ trained yoga teacher. Studying with inspiring yoga leaders Leah has honed her unique style, which is a fusion of breathing, alignment, honoring your body, living in the moment and having fun. She is co owner and a teacher trainer with Kansas City Yoga Teacher Training. Leah has been planning and leading yoga retreats around the world since 2014 and loves to curate unique retreats.
Accommodations
Double Occupancy - Shared room with one other person with ensuite bath
$5850 Per Person
Single Occupancy - Private room for one person with ensuite bath (only 2 rooms available)
$6850
Terms and Conditions/Cancellation Policy
A $650 non-refundable deposit is required with your registration to hold your spot.
Remaining retreat balance is due in two installments that will be billed to you. Please note, there are no refunds on payments made. Travel insurance is required for this retreat to cover any unforeseen circumstances that may require you to cancel or interfere with your travel plans. Suggested companies to use are Allianz and Travel Guard. A copy of your travel insurance purchase must be submitted within 3 days after registering to keep your registration.
Radiant Yoga Retreats reserves the right to cancel a retreat due to health and safety concerns of participants or if the number of participants is too low. In any of these cases, you will be issued a full refund.
Participants must be at least 15 years of age.
Getting There
You will need to schedule your flight to arrive into King Shaka Durban International airport (DUR) by 12:00 PM to catch our transfer to Pumula retreat at 2:00 PM. Most flights from the US will have a layover in Johannesburg and from there you can connect to Durban. Delta offers a direct flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg and United offers one from Newark. To arrive on May 30th, you will need to leave on Thursday, May 28th.
Departures on June 8th should be later than 6:00 PM. Our drop off at the airport will be 4:00 PM. We suggest using Kayak or Google flights to do a search, but book directly with the airline and NOT the third party.
Arrivals or departures outside of our scheduled times will need to book a private transfer at an additional fee.
