Shared Room
£3,245 pp
Our most popular choice for solo travellers who'd like company and a friendly face on arrival.
Nambiti Nature Reserve, South Africa · 12–18 October 2027
Yoga Safari Retreat in South Africa
Six nights in a Big Five reserve: sunrise yoga by the waterhole, game drives in the golden light, and dinners by the fire under more stars than you knew existed.
The OhSo Yoga South Africa Safari Retreat is a 6-night small-group yoga safari at a boutique bush lodge in the Nambiti Nature Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal, on 12–18 October 2027. Max 9 guests, fully catered, airport transfers included, from £3,245pp. Hosted by Stacey, who has run retreats for 12 years.
- Dates
- 12–18 Oct 2027
- Length
- 6 nights
- Fly into
- Johannesburg (JNB)
- Reserve
- Big Five, malaria-free
- Group
- Max 9 guests
- Meals
- Fully catered
- Transfers
- Included
- Bonus
- 3 months online yoga (worth £57)
The retreat
Come solo. Leave with lifelong friends.
Six nights at a boutique bush lodge that hosts just nine guests at a time. Elephants at the waterhole, lions at dusk, and a sky that does something different every evening.
Between drives there's yoga with a view, proper food and long afternoons to do nothing at all. Come for the yoga, the wildlife or simply to hear yourself think again.
Big Five game drives
Out at sunrise or sunset, when the animals are at their busiest.
Yoga by the waterhole
In the shala or on the raised deck, with whoever turns up for a drink.
Yoga out in the bush
At least one practice under the trees, miles from anywhere.
Sound bath & firelight
Under the African sky, or by the fire if the evening turns chilly.
A day on safari
Set by the bush, not the clock.
Each sunrise and each sunset is either yoga or a game drive, never both, so you get the best light for each.
- SunriseCoffee in hand, then a game drive while the animals are busy, or yoga overlooking the waterhole.
- MorningBack for a proper breakfast together. Then the morning is yours.
- MiddayLunch at the lodge. On special days, a community visit or yoga and lunch by a waterfall.
- AfternoonRest, read, nap or watch the waterhole. It's surprisingly addictive.
- SunsetA game drive as the light turns gold, or a slower practice on the deck.
- EveningDinner by the fire in the boma. Early nights are very much allowed.
Days you'll talk about for years
- Yoga and lunch by a waterfall
- A community visit to meet the people who call this place home
- A sound bath under the African sky
- Dinner in the boma, swapping stories from the day's sightings
Who it's for
Is this for you?
You'll love it if…
- A safari has been on your list for years
- You want adventure and deep rest in the same week
- You're coming on your own. Most guests do
- You'd love a tiny group rather than a crowded lodge
Travelling with peace of mind
- Stacey meets you at Johannesburg airport
- All transfers included, from arrival to departure
- A fenced, malaria-free reserve
- Just 9 guests, and Stacey with you all week
New to yoga? Beginners are welcome. Most guests have practised before, so we suggest our 4-session beginners course before you travel.
In their words
Hear it from safari guests.
5-star reviews on Google · Trustpilot · WeTravel
Our group of seven started as strangers and ended as friends. Whether you go for the yoga, the wildlife, or simply to reconnect with yourself, I couldn't recommend this retreat more.
Waking up to the sound of the bush, then a sunrise yoga session. It resets something in you.
Stacey's yoga accommodates every ability, and the sound bath is an absolute must.
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Wendy
Where you'll stay
A sanctuary for ten, not a hotel for hundreds.
The lodge feels like someone's very beautiful home: nine guests, Stacey, and a lot of bush. It sits in a fenced, malaria-free Big Five reserve, with a yoga shala overlooking the waterhole, a raised deck, a pool and a fireside boma for dinner.
Massages and spa treatments are available at the lodge (not included in the price).
Rooms
Choose your space.
Couples Room
£3,245 pp
For two who'd like to share the whole experience, and the room.
Private Room
£4,245 just you
Your own room to retreat to at the end of the day.
What's included
Everything, taken care of.
Included
- 6 nights at a boutique bush lodge in the Nambiti Nature Reserve
- All meals, prepared by local chefs (all dietary needs catered for, including gluten-free)
- Big Five game drives at sunrise or sunset
- Daily yoga and meditation, all levels
- Sound bath under the African sky
- Community visit, and yoga with lunch by a waterfall
- Airport transfers from arrival to departure
- Bonus: 3 months of OhSo Yoga online classes, worth £57
Not included
- Flights to and from Johannesburg
- Travel insurance (compulsory)
- Gratuities and the rhino levy
- Alcoholic drinks
- Massages, spa treatments and personal spending
Your host
You're in good hands.
Stacey has been running retreats for 12 years. She meets you at Johannesburg airport, if not on the plane, and is with the group all week. What guests remember most is how comfortable they feel from the moment they arrive.
There are no yogi rules. Your trip, your practice, your choice. You'll leave with simple practices you can keep up at home.
Stacey
A glimpse of Nambiti.
Getting there
Flights & transfers
Fly into Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Stacey meets you
At the airport, if you're not already on the same flight.
Transfers included
From the airport to the lodge and back again.
Dates & prices
October 2027.
October 2026 sold out, and the lodge only takes nine guests, so places go quickly.
| Dates | Shared room | Couples room | Private room | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12–18 Oct 20276 nights · Nambiti, South Africa | £3,245 pp | £3,245 pp | £4,245 just you |
How payment works
- £500 deposit today holds your place
- The rest is split into monthly payments
- Final balance due 12 September 2027 (30 days before)
Secure checkout through WeTravel. Choose "UK Bank Account" at checkout to avoid the card service charge. Travel insurance is compulsory. Booking terms
Last updated November 2026.
Before you go
Your questions, answered.
Is the South Africa safari retreat safe for women travelling on their own?
The OhSo Yoga South Africa Safari Retreat is set up so you are never on your own in an unfamiliar place. Stacey meets you at Johannesburg airport, all transfers are included, and you stay in a small lodge inside a fenced, malaria-free reserve with just nine guests and Stacey all week.
Is it OK to come on my own?
Yes. Most guests on the South Africa Safari Retreat come on their own. Choose a shared room for company, or a private room for your own space.
How many game drives are there?
Each day on the South Africa Safari Retreat has a sunrise slot and a sunset slot, and each one is either a game drive or yoga, never both. That way you get the best light for both.
Do I need to be experienced at yoga?
Beginners are welcome on the South Africa Safari Retreat. Most guests have practised before, so if you are new we suggest the OhSo Yoga beginners course, four one-hour sessions, before you travel.
Is the reserve malaria-free?
Yes. The Nambiti Nature Reserve is a fenced, malaria-free Big Five reserve in KwaZulu-Natal. Check with your travel clinic for any vaccinations you need for South Africa.
How do I get to the South Africa safari retreat?
Fly into O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg (JNB). Stacey meets you at the airport, if you are not already on the same flight, and transfers to the lodge and back are included.
What food is served, and can dietary needs be catered for?
All meals are included and prepared by local chefs, with gluten-free options. All dietary requirements can be catered for: just tell us when you book.
What is not included in the price?
Flights, travel insurance, gratuities, the rhino levy, alcoholic drinks, massages, spa treatments and personal spending are not included in the South Africa Safari Retreat price.
What are the payment terms?
A £500 deposit holds your place on the South Africa Safari Retreat. The rest is split into monthly payments, with the final balance due 30 days before departure. Booking is through WeTravel; choose UK Bank Account at checkout to avoid the service charge.
What is the cancellation policy?
Bookings for the South Africa Safari Retreat are non-refundable once paid. If OhSo Yoga has to cancel or change the retreat, you can transfer your deposit to another retreat within 12 months. This is why travel insurance is compulsory.
Is travel insurance required?
Travel insurance is compulsory for the South Africa Safari Retreat, given the remote location and activities. It should cover medical care and the dates and location of the trip.
What should I pack?
Pack yoga wear, layers for cool mornings and warm afternoons, and plenty of sun protection. A full packing list is sent when you book.
Want the full kit list? . More questions? See the full FAQ or message Stacey on WhatsApp.
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