Kenya Conservation Retreat:
Join us in 2024 for the next instalment of our popular Kenya Safari & Conservation Retreat! A yoga retreat to the expansive plains of one of Kenya’s most iconic and diverse wildlife conservation areas, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Expect unlimited game drives, wildlife interaction, conservation education, meet the Ol Pejeta rangers and enjoy twice daily yoga classes in the bush with your hosts, Kat & Laura.
All proceeds from these retreats go to The Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Monday 20th May – Sunday 26th May, 2024
Overview:
Our days will be spent unwinding on the yoga deck overlooking the river (which is often visited by giraffe and elephants), enjoying meals under the African sun and on unlimited game drives getting up close and personal with Ol Pejeta’s diverse and populous wildlife including lion, cheetah, leopard, rhino, elephant, giraffe, zebra and more.
CONSERVATION FOCUS: This retreat is in partnership with the Ol Pejeta Conservancy and all proceeds will go toward important conservation projects. During our stay we’ll be learning about some of the projects we are funding, including a visit to the northern white rhinos, the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a K9 security demonstration and meeting the rangers.
Accomodation:
The Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages are tucked away along a beautiful, acacia studded river line, in the heart of the Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s exclusive wilderness area. Built in 2017, The Safari Cottages is the brainchild of safari industry veterans, Andy and Sonja Webb who wanted to create an environment that makes you feel like you have always belonged here. Above all else you’ll find unfussy, eco-friendly luxury, superior service and top-quality food and guiding.
The Yoga:
Morning and evening sessions are around an hour long and will take place on our dedicated yoga deck overlooking the river. We’re often visited by elephants and giraffes so we may take a pause mid-class to enjoy our visitors! All equipment is provided for you (including 15mm thick yoga mats) but you’re welcome to bring your own. As well as Vinyasa Yoga, Power Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin and Meditation you will also join a community yoga class with the rangers and staff of Ol Pejeta. This is a great opportunity for you to connect with the team on the ground and learn more about the important work they are doing.
Yoga…
in the wild.
with the wild.
for the wild.
The Cost:
Space on this retreat is limited to 12 people so it’s vital that you waste no time in securing your spot! You can choose from a shared twin or double bed room or a private room. There are also two private cottages available and these will be booked first come, first serve. Yet another reason to secure your spot asap!
COST IN USD:
$4,295 Per Person (Sharing A Twin Room)
$8,590 Per Person (Private Room)
Registration is now open and a link to make the deposit payment will be emailed to you after you have registered by completing the form below. Payments can be made in USD, GBP or EUR, please indicate your preferred currency on the form.
Your deposit is fully refundable until 6 months prior to travel. Click here for full T's & C's.
Meet your teachers:
Kat MacLeod is a UK-based yoga teacher and wellness educator who’s teaching is founded in Baptiste yoga principles. She teaches Power Yoga, Yin Yoga and specialises in Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga. Zimbabwean born and having lived in Kenya for 12 years caring for wilderness areas and the wildlife that call these places home is in Kat’s blood and she is avid and active conservationist. When she’s not on a yoga mat you’ll find Kat organizing retreats all over the globe, enjoying a gin and tonic (or three) and watching the sunset or simply engrossed in a good historical fiction novel.
Laura Messer is a yoga teacher in Greenville, South Carolina. Her teaching style is the embodiment of beauty, simplicity and clarity as she weaves together Vinyasa classes that are have strong roots in her history as a ballerina. Her love of movement fused with her love of wildlife when she visited Kenya in 2018 with her husband whilst celebrating an anniversary. She sought use yoga as a tool for conservation awareness, hence her company Zen Mission Yoga was born. She mostly teaches private lessons because she loves to adapt and modify the practice to the specific needs of her clients. As well as being a talented dancer, yoga teacher, business owner and conservationist Laura also loves traveling and listening to all kinds of music, although the radio is usually set to the Jam On or 80's channel.
The Details:
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Accommodation: 6 nights at The Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages in luxury en suite bedrooms. You have the option for shared rooms or a private room (two private cottages are available on a first come, first serve basis). We have exclusive use of the whole property!
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Catering is available for your dietary requirements.
Drinks: a selection of white and red wines and spirits, soft drinks, juices, tea, coffee and drinking water
Activities: all activities as mentioned in the itinerary
Transfers to and from Nairobi: from designated pick up and drop off points
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
International flights and any other travel not outlined in the itinerary
Any additional activities not mentioned
Travel Insurance (required) eg. World Nomad
Other important travel information:
PICK UP DAY: The location of our pick-up point in Nairobi is yet to be confirmed. We suggest you plan to arrive the day before the retreat and overnight in a hotel near the airport; The Ole Sereni or Eka Hotel are great options and transport can be arranged for you by the hotel. If you need assistance with a taxi from the airport to our pick up location contact Kat and she can help you out.
VISAS & VACCINATIONS: Please ensure you have your visa ahead of time and all relevant vaccination certificates. For most up to date travel information check the CDC website.
COVID UPDATE: For the health and safety of everyone traveling with us, and those of Ol Pejeta, we will require proof of Covid vaccination. (If you are unable to receive it, a letter from your physician stating a medically necessary reason and proof of a negative Covid test before departure must be submitted.) We truly appreciate your understanding and cooperation on this as we strive to prevent this pandemic from spreading again.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: You are required to ensure that you have fully comprehensive travel insurance ahead of your trip. Your insurance details will be required before the trip commences.
For more information on traveling to Kenya we suggest you download the Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages travel guide here.
