Find Your True Nature
Exciting news! Soul Sanctuary Safari retreats are BACK for 2026!
Following the incredible success of our 2025 yoga retreats, we have an amazing lineup for the upcoming year.
Join us on the following dates:
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May 9th to 19th (SOLD OUT)
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May 23rd to June 2nd (SOLD OUT)
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August 22nd to September 1st (Ashtanga Yoga only, limited spaces)
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September 5th to 15th (SOLD OUT)
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September 26th to October 6 (SOLD OUT)
For more details or to secure your spot, please email urryneil@hotmail.com.
Retreat dates for 2027 have just been confirmed!
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May 15th to 25th 2027
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May 29th to June 8th 2027
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June 12th to 22nd 2027 (OPEN FOR BOOKINGS)
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August 28th to Septmeber 7th 2027 (OPEN FOR BOOKINGS)
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September 11th to 22nd 2027
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September 25th to October 5th 2027
"The 10 day yoga retreat, was a beautiful way to experience a taste of Africa’s greatest gifts…the many trips into Kruger were such an extreme highlight. To witness the absolute splendour of these magnificent wild creatures, meters from your face, was almost unbelievable. There were moments where they literally took your breath away...
At the heart of all this you’ve got, Neil…his knowledge and passion for nature, yoga and making sure everyone’s taken care of, truly heightened the experience…because none of us had to worry about anything, except being in the moment, enjoying and taking in as much as possible. And we did!"
"An amazing retreat...
The lodge is stunning, beautiful, comfortable rooms, fabulous food and extensive wine list, all accompanied by the local visitors (kudu, zebra and monkeys)...
Combined with Neil’s yoga classes, which here allow him to explore more deeply those aspects of yoga, (meditation, pranayama) which cannot always be fully included in just an hour long class.
This is a very special retreat in a very special place!!"
Soul Sanctuary Safaris offers luxury yoga safari retreats in South Africa, blending world-class wildlife experiences with transformative yoga and meditation. Set in breathtaking African landscapes, our yoga safari adventures combine the thrill of Big Five game drives with the grounding stillness of nature-based wellness practices.
Each yoga safari retreat in South Africa includes guided safaris, peaceful bush walks, and enriching cultural excursions, alongside yoga, pranayama, and meditation sessions led by experienced teachers.
Our retreats are designed to restore balance, deepen self-connection, and create space for meaningful personal transformation.
Guests consistently describe our South African yoga safari retreats as a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Explore our testimonials to discover why Soul Sanctuary Safaris is a leading choice for yoga and safari retreats in Africa.
CONNECTION
Self | Group | Earth | Creatures
Soul Sanctuary Safaris retreats invite you to return to the source—reconnecting with yourself, with others, and with Mother Nature through immersive yoga safari experiences in Africa. Set in the heart of the African bush, our retreats are designed to support deep restoration, presence, and meaningful connection.
Each yoga safari retreat offers a harmonious blend of soul-nourishing practices, including regular yoga practises, meditation, and pranayama, alongside unforgettable safari adventures. This balanced approach allows guests to experience both inner stillness and the raw beauty of wildlife and nature, creating space for reflection, renewal, and personal transformation.
Our carefully curated yoga safari retreats provide a grounded, intentional experience that supports wellbeing on every level—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
UPCOMING RETREATS
Retreats now booking for 2026Kruger National ParkAll the details about our yoga safari retreats are here. Retreats available in 2026!
"The Africa Safari is truly an amazing once in a lifetime adventure that I got to experience with an amazing bunch of people! Neil’s passion & enthusiasm ensures you have a great experience - the trip is well-organised, the accommodation & food fabulous and getting up close to the wildlife is unforgettable - loved the baby elephants & giraffes! The yoga & relaxation add to the uniqueness of the experience. The trip has everything: magical!"
GET COMFY AND LET US ENTICE YOU WITH TALES OF YOGA SAFARI ADVENTURES
Watch Neil's YouTube interview with one of our co-hosts, Perth-based yoga teacher Laura Carroll.
Neil's passion for safari adventure is infectious!
Join Neil with co-host, Fiona Taylor, Health & Wellness Coach from Choose Healthy talk all things yoga safari for the sold out Awaken Your Spirit retreat.
Check out Neil's YouTube interview with Rommie Buhler on The Animal's Television Show on YouTube>
Neil shares his experience in becoming a safari field guide, some of the intricacies of animal communication and organising and facilitating retreats in the Kruger National Park.
OUR INCREDIBLE LOCATIONS
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
MARLOTH PARK
Nestled within Marloth Park, Soul Sanctuary Safaris is based at the beautiful Needles Lodge, where wildlife roams freely and the sounds of nature set the rhythm of each day. Located on the banks of the Crocodile River and bordering the legendary Kruger National Park, this unique setting offers both serenity and adventure in equal measure.
Zebra, giraffe, kudu, impala, and warthog wander through the conservancy without fences, creating intimate wildlife encounters from the comfort of your retreat base. Just minutes away, the world-famous Kruger National Park awaits, with easy access via the Crocodile Bridge and Malelane gates for unforgettable safari game drives.
This exceptional location allows you to experience Africa’s wildlife in a deeply immersive, grounded, and unhurried way—perfectly complementing the restorative nature of a Soul Sanctuary Safaris retreat.
"...The accommodation at Needles Lodge was lovely with the management and staff bending over backwards to make our stay wonderful. The food was incredible (we all put on weight lol), the bar was fully stocked..."
FEAST YOUR EYES ON YOUR
ACCOMMODATION AND OUR HOSPITALITY
"Staying at Needles Lodge was a complete delight, very comfortable, clean and a very relaxed vibe. The staff were the just the best… sincerely welcoming and caring. The food delicious, abundant and unpretentious… a great selection of gin, too."
NEEDLES LODGE
Set in the beautiful surrounds of Marloth Park, Needles Lodge offers relaxed luxury accommodation immersed in the African bush.
The lodge’s thoughtfully curated décor blends contemporary comfort with natural textures, creating a calming space where guests can truly unwind.
Each room at Needles Lodge opens out onto the surrounding bushland, allowing you to observe wildlife as it moves freely through the conservancy. Zebra, antelope, warthog, and other animals regularly wander past the lodge, offering intimate safari moments directly from your private suite.
Large sliding doors connect the rooms to the main deck and swimming pool, inviting guests to move effortlessly between indoor comfort and outdoor living. This seamless connection to nature makes Needles Lodge an ideal base for a yoga safari retreat in Marloth Park.
"Staying at Needles Lodge was a complete delight, very comfortable, clean and a very relaxed vibe. The staff were the just the best… sincerely welcoming and caring. The food delicious, abundant and unpretentious… a great selection of gin, too."
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 5
04:30 Wake up
04:45 Coffee and Rusks
05:00 Depart lodge
05:45 Arrive at Kruger National Park full day game drive
Two breaks for mid morning coffee and lunch (times may vary due to animal sightings)
17:00 Depart park
17:30 Arrive lodge
19:00 Dinner
22:00 Lights out
Day 6
04:15 Wake up
04:30 Coffee and Rusks
04:45 Depart lodge
05:15 Arrive at Kruger National Park
05:30 Guided Morning Walk
09:30 Depart park
10:30 Breakfast
12:00 Yin on the deck
14:30 Light lunch
16:00 Free time
19:00 Dinner
22:00 Lights out
The emphasis is really on the safari element and every day Neil provides a varied schedule. In my opinion, these are the gold standard of safaris. The guides are amazingly knowledgeable, entertaining and enthusiastic. Neil is an expert himself and all together this is a far superior experience to a standard safari drive through Kruger. The dawn safari on foot was a highlight for me.
COST
The outlay for our amazing ten day yoga safari adventure is just AU$5,499* (*excluding flights and overnight airport stay and based on 2027 rates)
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All rooms are en-suite.
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Prices are based on twin or double room share.
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Single room occupancy available upon request (supplementary fee applicaple)
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Includes transfers to and from Needles Lodge.
What’s Included in Your Yoga Safari Retreat
The cost of your Soul Sanctuary Safaris retreat includes a carefully curated, all-inclusive experience to ensure ease, comfort, and peace of mind throughout your stay:
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All accommodation at Needles Lodge, Marloth Park
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Daily breakfasts throughout the retreat
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Three-course evening meals
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Light lunches on yoga practice days
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Breakfast on all game drive days
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All yoga sessions and yoga-related activities
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All safari experiences, including game drives, sunset safaris, and guided morning walks
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All Kruger National Park entry fees
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One full-day Urban Safari, including breakfast and lunch
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All domestic transfers related to the retreat itinerary
This inclusive approach allows you to fully relax and immerse yourself in your yoga safari experience without hidden costs.
What’s Not Included
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Return international flights to South Africa
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Any required internal flights (at the guest’s own expense)
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Snacks outside of included meals
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Bar and beverage purchases
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Laundry services
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Visas (where applicable)
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