YOGA SAFARI
LUXURY RETREAT IN PRISTINE NATURE
REFLECT, RELEASE, RENEW.
A TIME TO RETREAT INTO THE HEART OF AFRICA
May 19-24, The Hide Safari Lodge, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
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WOULD YOU ENJOY...
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unlimited safari walks and drives with some of the world's best safari guides
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all-inclusive luxury in pristine wilderness, in Zimbabwe's oldest and largest National Park
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daily yoga, breathwork and meditation
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see and listen to wildlife all day every day, from your bedroom, the pool and your yoga mat
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optional (additional fees): activities in Victoria Falls before or after the retreat; such as visiting the Waterfalls, white water rafting, local community experiences, elephant encounters, etc.
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be in an exclusive small retreat with max 9 participants
YOUR SAFARI HOME
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6 Luxury safari tents overlooking the national park and a watering hole
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each tent has twin (2 single) beds/ 1 king size bed, en-suite bathroom and a veranda
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swimming pool
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delicious meals prepared by our in house chefs, plus a few meals eating out in other restaurants
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plenty of space and outdoor seating to take time for yourself
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optional beauty / massage treatments in house
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10 min drive to the Victoria Falls waterfalls as well as town centre
HOW TO GET HERE
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nearest airport: Victoria Falls International Airport with daily direct flights, happy to recommend routes, currently ~£650 LON-VFA return for our dates
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transfer from Victoria Falls to our retreat venue is included
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I have an (entirely optional) recommended hotel and return airport transfer before and after the retreat in Victoria Falls (for nights of: May 17, 18 and 24)
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please message for any further questions re: transport, logistics and accommodation
HOW TO BOOK
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from: £2900 (or $2800 for SADC) per person based on double occupancy of a Twin room, with en suite
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Early Bird price ends: Nov 20 2024
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message me here to book, about payment plans & with any questions
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All prices are Early bird prices; price will go up after Nov 20;
Shared Twin room: £2900
Single King room: £3150
£100 Discount each if you book with a friend (Shared or Single)
If staying 6 nights (Sat May 24th night): £3400 / £3650)
Please get in touch for SADC Local Rates or other currencies.
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£440 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space; monthly payment plan available
2nd instalment due: +£400 by Dec 1 2024
Full payment due (last instalment due): Mar 1 2025
TYPICAL DAILY SCHEDULE (TBC)
6 Sunrise, a quiet cup of tea or coffee brought to your tent
Observe the animals coming to the water from your bed
7 Yoga
Breakfast
Free time, pool, journalling
12 Lunch
Safari drive and / or
Yoga (depending on day)
7 Dinner
Sit by the crackling fire with your favourite drink /a cup of tea, under the starlit sky
Deep sleep
INCLUDED
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6 days & 5 nights accommodation at The Hide, Hwange
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transfer on arrival day from & return to Victoria Falls at group transfer times
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if you are staying anywhere else, please discuss transfer options with me
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up to 2 activities a day (game drives, walking safari, birdwatching safari, night drive)
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complementary stay at the Dove's Nest depending availability (book this as soon as you can to avoid disappointment)
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3 meals a day (arrival day: dinner and departure: breakfast)
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drinks, water, tea and coffee at venue
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entry to National Parks, sustainability levy to stay in National Parks
NOT INCLUDED
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Visa: on arrival at Victoria Falls International airport you might need a Visa. UK visa is $55 single entry, or $70 if you want double entry (if you'll be travelling to Chobe Botswana and back again for example)
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Transfer outside of the group transfer times and location, depending circumstances happy to organise and quote
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extra activities before or after the retreat
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yoga equipment, please bring your own although happy to discuss special requests
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insurance: please take out travel insurance which includes practicing yoga (most standard travel insurance will include this, but please check)
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tips for cleaning staff, tips for guides - good to have some $ (USD) cash for this
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Non-inclusive premium alcohol drinks, although most normal bar drinks will be part of the All Inclusive offer
ABOUT YOUR HOST, MAGGIE JAMES
Maggie​ is an experienced 750+hours yoga teacher; she has been practicing yoga for 20 years and teaching since 2017. She is passionate about sharing the joy and compassionate nature of yoga and the beauty and grounding of the African wilderness. Read more about your host here.
FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS):
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Weather? May is one of my favourite months here. Not too hot, but still hot enough to swim. Cooler mornings, 30ºC midday, no clouds and statistically no rain at all.
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Is it safe with the animals so close? Yes, The Hide is protected by highly experienced, qualified wildlife guides.
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Is there malaria? Please consult your GP and follow their guidelines. I would recommend taking an anti-malarial drug/ malarone to be safe.
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Victoria Falls / Chobe day trip in Botswana / Livingstone day trip to Zambia? I am happy to recommend options for a visit before or after the retreat
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I want to go on further safaris/exploration/stay longer after this retreat, can you help arrange? Yes, happy to.