Parts of your safari will feel like you are on a retreat. Far from the madding crowd and other distractions, you’ll start to feel calm and more engaged with the world around you. You can’t help but slow down while quietly watching elephants grazing, lions lounging, or a herd of young, playful gazelles.
That said, if you want a trip that incorporates daily yoga, we can tailor one for you with local instructors. We also highly recommend considering the Lamu Yoga Festival, a week-long immersion into healthy living and eating that takes place in October.
If you want a self-led retreat where time slows down (with the option of venturing out to explore), we highly recommend a private villa in Shela Village on Lamu. The island is car free and the village comprises a labyrinth of lanes all ultimately ending on the beachfront. The Moon Villas are perfect for a quiet retreat from the world, and require you to do absolutely nothing. Each one has a private chef and staff who will look after all your needs. If you’re looking for something active in between your rest and reflection, consider the Majlis resort, who can take you mountain biking and show you a network of running trails on the island.
The Seychelles is synonymous with doing very little and lends itself naturally to being on retreat. The Six Senses Zil Pasyon resort knows exactly how to do this, and with their extensive spa facilities you will need to check yourself in for at least a week.
Bumping around in a safari vehicle on the plains of the Serengeti is exciting, but it is also rather nice to indulge in a post-lunch massage before an afternoon siesta. Sayari in the northern Serengeti provides a beautiful safari spa with the option of in-tent massages.
