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SUMMARY:Eat to Thrive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Set within the expansive wilderness of the Greater Kruger\, Sashwa River of Stars offers a rare kind of stillness. Wide open skies\, flowing riverbeds\, and a deep sense of quiet create the perfect environment to reconnect with the body and the natural rhythms that sustain it. \nThe Eat to Thrive Retreat is a four-night\, immersive experience designed for those who want to rediscover their relationship with food in a way that feels intuitive\, grounded\, and sustainable. Guided by plant-based chef and food designer Arabella Parkinson\, the retreat brings together nourishment\, education\, and lived experience. \nEach day follows a gentle rhythm. Mornings begin with stillness and time in nature\, creating space to tune into the body. Midday invites learning and integration\, exploring the connection between the gut\, nervous system\, and overall wellbeing. Afternoons are hands-on\, where participants cook\, create\, and engage directly with food in a way that builds both skill and confidence. Evenings soften into shared meals\, connection\, and rest. \nArabella’s approach is rooted in simplicity. Drawing on nutrition\, sustainability science\, and Ayurvedic principles\, she works with plant-based ingredients to support digestion\, regulate the nervous system\, and bring ease back into the way we eat. This is not about rigid rules or perfection\, but about understanding how food can support both body and mind in a practical\, lasting way. \nParticipants leave with practical cooking skills\, a deeper understanding of how the body responds to food\, and a renewed sense of joy and confidence in the kitchen and beyond.
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LOCATION:Sashwa\, Hoedspruit\, Limpopo\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Remembering Softness
DESCRIPTION:A 3-Day Ayurvedic Retreat for Women \nThis three-day retreat is an invitation to step out of the constant doing of daily life and into a slower\, more receptive way of being. Held within the quiet beauty of Bodhi Khaya\, Remembering Softness offers a space for women to reconnect with themselves\, with nature and with one another. \nGuided by Claudia Batschari and Tharien Pieterse\, the experience draws on the wisdom of Ayurveda\, gentle movement\, breath and time in nature. The retreat follows the rhythm of the new moon\, creating a natural container for reflection\, restoration and emotional integration. \nDays unfold slowly. Mornings begin with yoga and meditation\, followed by nourishing Ayurvedic meals and time immersed in the surrounding landscape. Afternoons invite deeper exploration through guided sessions\, creative practices and shared space in circle. There is also space for stillness\, for silence\, and for simply being. \nSet within the Wild Pod at Bodhi Khaya\, participants are held by the elements. Forest\, water and open sky become part of the experience\, supporting a return to the body’s natural rhythm and a deeper sense of belonging. \nThis is a retreat for women at all stages of life. A space to soften\, to listen\, and to remember what it feels like to be supported\, both by community and by the land itself. \nIncludes: \n\nAccommodation for 3 nights\nAll meals (Ayurvedic breakfasts\, lunches\, dinners and snacks)\nDaily yoga\, meditation and breathwork\nSauna sessions\nGroup processes and guided experiences\nPre and post retreat support
URL:https://serenescene.co/event/remembering-softness/
LOCATION:Bodhi Khaya\, Grootbos Road\, Stanford\, Western Cape\, 7220\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Rest. Digest. Restore.
DESCRIPTION:Join ‘The Yoga Kitchen’ for a four-night retreat in the mountains of Swellendam\, held at Somerset Gift Getaway Farm from 14–18 September 2026. \nThis is a space to step away from the pace of daily life and return to a more natural rhythm. Through gentle movement\, nourishing meals and practical tools\, the retreat supports gut health\, nervous system regulation and emotional processing in a way that feels both accessible and deeply restorative. \nDays unfold slowly. Forest walks\, waterfall swims\, and quiet time in nature create space to reset. Mornings are soft and unhurried\, while evenings invite connection\, rest\, and soaking under the stars. \nGuided by Marlien Wright\, the experience brings together embodiment\, nutrition\, and grounded insight\, offering simple practices that can be carried into everyday life. \nContact details \n Contact: 076 508 7188\n Email: info@marlienwright.com  \nSomerset Gift | Getaway Farm \n 
URL:https://serenescene.co/event/rest-digest-restore/
LOCATION:Somerset Gift Farm\, Somerset Gift Getaway Farm\, Sparreboch Road\, Swellendam\, Western Cape\, 6740\, South Africa
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