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A Safari in Africa is atop everyone’s bucket list. Now how about combining a truly unique yoga experience with the ambience of the African outdoors-then you will have a Yoga Safari! At a Yoga Safari you will take in the Africa sunrise and sunsets, rest and re-juvenate and sleep in some of Africa’s most distinct accommodations. You will also learn how to create a lasting sense of peace, harmony and happiness. The Yoga philosophy will awaken your natural peace and as a result restore balance to both you and Mother Earth. These retreats are suitable for all ages and all abilities. You can join an existing group of people and meet new friends or you can travel with a group of your existing friends or family!Itinerary for 11 day Bush to Beach Safari:
Day 1 – Arrive at King Shaka airport and transfer to world famous Phinda game reserve (&beyond group). Stay here for 2 nights and indulge in daily game drives, both day and night, the chances of viewing ALL the big 5 are really high here. Also enjoy a yoga class each day, the intensity and level of the Yoga is set by the guests.
Day 3- Drive up to Kosi Bay and stay for 3 nights in the eco-friendly Forest Lodge. Explore the unique coastal forest, the lakes by canoe and boat, view hippos and again relax as well as participating in gentle Yoga sessions. Meditate in the forest, on the shores of the lake, sip sundowners to the sounds of the hippos and just relish in the taste of Africa !
Day 6 – Move along to Sodwana bay and stay for 3 nights enjoying the unusual and unique treasures of this coastline. We take an Ocean adventure out on a boat trip to seek the wild dolphins and enjoy a swim with them if they allow it, as well as snorkeling on a beautiful reef with many species of fish. There is also an optional extra dive trip for anyone interested and gear hire is available. There will be morning Yoga sessions on the beach and daily sessions at the lodge.
Day 9 – Drive down south again and spend the last 2 nights in Ballito at le Papillon guest lodge. The yoga sessions here are just too beautiful with the view of the sunrise over the Indian Ocean. Take a trip to one of the local Zulu Kraals (villages) to interact and enjoy some of their art and crafts, drumming session and a meditation on an auspicious rock with huge surrounding caves.
Day 11- Return to King Shaka airport for the flight homewards.
Please contact jessica@renshawtravel.com for information regarding pricing and dates.
