Unbound Retreat at Sashwa River of Stars
Unbound Retreat at Sashwa River of Stars
Hoedspruit, South Africa
Up to 16 in group
April 5 - 10, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Throughout this retreat, you will engage in an enriching array of activities designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit:
- *Daily Yoga & Meditation – Align your body and soul through grounding
- movement and stillness.
- *Breath work – Activate your life force and clear stagnant energy.
- *Free Movement & Play – Embrace spontaneous movement and joyful
- exploration.
- *Journaling – Reflect and deepen your connection to your inner self.
- *Guided Creative Processes – Engage in artistic expression as a tool for self
- discovery.
- *Art Studio Access – Unleash your creativity in a fully equipped studio
- space.
- *Fire & Cacao Ceremonies – Honour your journey with sacred rituals.
- *Safari Drives & Wilderness Walks -Connect with the untamed beauty of
- the African landscape.
- *Moments of Stillness & Silence -Cultivate inner peace and presence.
- *Luxurious Accommodation – Rest in comfort, surrounded by nature’s
- splendour.
- *Nutritious Plant-Based Cuisine – Enjoy organic, gourmet meals crafted
- with locally grown ingredients.
- *Use of Onsite Wellness Facilities - Rejuvenate with access to the spa,
- sauna, and gym.
- *A Stunning Outdoor Pool – Relax while overlooking the tranquil river
- often visited by hippos and elephants.
- *A Himalayan Crystal Infrared Sauna -Detoxify and replenish your body.
- *A Special Gift – A token of our gratitude and love to carry forward on
- your journey.
- *All Drinks Included – Stay hydrated with nourishing beverages.
- *Space & Free Time for Reflection -Honour your own rhythm and integrate
- your experiences
About this Retreat
Your Guides
With a passion for the human spirit, Storm Porteous has explored a diverse range of healing
modalities, including Yoga, Meditation, QHHT, Body Talk, NLP, and Tarot.
Over the years, she has integrated these practices into personalised sessions, holding a
container for individuals to experience profound breakthroughs.
Her journey naturally evolved into leading retreats and workshops, creating spaces for self
discovery, transformation, and deep connection.
Inspired by Eastern philosophies and the rhythms of nature, she believes true understanding of
the self can come through immersing in the wild.
Storm’s deep connection to nature led her to become a Scuba Diver and Field & Trails Guide,
allowing her to experience the raw beauty of the Earth firsthand.
She discovered that Rewilding—the process of returning to our natural state—restores
intuition, play and self-expression.
In nature, we reconnect with our innate wisdom, learning from the cycles of the land, the
wisdom of the elements, and the instinctive flow of the wild.
Through movement, breath work, and nature-based processes, she holds the space for others
to dissolve the artificial boundaries between themselves and the Earth.
By reawakening the senses, we reclaim our ability to listen, feel, and respond with presence,
breaking free from the constraints of modern conditioning.
Storm believes that to rewild is to remember—to return to the deep, unshaken knowing that we
are part of something greater.
Every retreat she leads is an invitation to explore, create, and transform in harmony with the
wild.
Details of this retreat
The Power of Play, Intuition, and Creative Energy Flow
Join us for an immersive and transformative retreat that invites you to move, create, and reconnect with
your inner wisdom through the power of play, intuition, connection, and self-expression.
Set against the backdrop of the vibrant African wilderness, this is an opportunity to shed limitations and
step into the fullness of your being.
5 Nights 6 Days in the African Wilderness
Unbound is designed to facilitate a space to embrace the natural flow of energy, through play,
movement, and self-expression, reconnecting to the curiosity and wonder within the heart and core
of every human being.
Through intuitive practices such as yoga, breath work, free movement, and creative exploration, you
will unlock new levels of awareness and connection to your highest self.
By engaging in movement, you activate and align your energy channels, allowing for emotional
release, heart coherence, and deepened self-trust. Creative expression, opening you to the ability to
tap into the limitless potential of your intuition, transmuting emotions and thoughts into meaningful
transformation.
These practices encourage you to flow with energy, clear blockages, and create space for joy, healing,
and self-discovery.
We will weave together a variety of modalities, inspired by nature. By allowing Nature to guide you
through an exploration of your own inner landscape, you will be supported in a safe, nurturing space
that encourages you to breathe deeply, be playful, and fully embody your highest self.
This Is Your Chance.
Play is a fundamental aspect of growth, adaptation, and connection, observed throughout the animal
kingdom, particularly in the African wilderness.
Lions, elephants, and primates engage in play as a means of learning essential life skills, developing
social bonds, and cultivating resilience.
Young lion cubs, for example, playfully stalk and pounce, honing their hunting techniques, while
elephants engage in joyful water play to build coordination and strengthen familial relationships.
Beyond survival, play in the wild fosters adaptability, emotional intelligence, and stress relief.
Just as animals use play to explore and interact with their surroundings, humans, too, benefit from
unstructured movement, spontaneity, and creative expression.
Join us for an immersive and transformative retreat that invites you to move, create, and reconnect with
your inner wisdom through the power of play, intuition, connection, and self-expression.
Set against the backdrop of the vibrant African wilderness, this is an opportunity to shed limitations and
step into the fullness of your being.
5 Nights 6 Days in the African Wilderness
Unbound is designed to facilitate a space to embrace the natural flow of energy, through play,
movement, and self-expression, reconnecting to the curiosity and wonder within the heart and core
of every human being.
Through intuitive practices such as yoga, breath work, free movement, and creative exploration, you
will unlock new levels of awareness and connection to your highest self.
By engaging in movement, you activate and align your energy channels, allowing for emotional
release, heart coherence, and deepened self-trust. Creative expression, opening you to the ability to
tap into the limitless potential of your intuition, transmuting emotions and thoughts into meaningful
transformation.
These practices encourage you to flow with energy, clear blockages, and create space for joy, healing,
and self-discovery.
We will weave together a variety of modalities, inspired by nature. By allowing Nature to guide you
through an exploration of your own inner landscape, you will be supported in a safe, nurturing space
that encourages you to breathe deeply, be playful, and fully embody your highest self.
This Is Your Chance.
Play is a fundamental aspect of growth, adaptation, and connection, observed throughout the animal
kingdom, particularly in the African wilderness.
Lions, elephants, and primates engage in play as a means of learning essential life skills, developing
social bonds, and cultivating resilience.
Young lion cubs, for example, playfully stalk and pounce, honing their hunting techniques, while
elephants engage in joyful water play to build coordination and strengthen familial relationships.
Beyond survival, play in the wild fosters adaptability, emotional intelligence, and stress relief.
Just as animals use play to explore and interact with their surroundings, humans, too, benefit from
unstructured movement, spontaneity, and creative expression.
Schedule
DAILY FLOW (ITINERARY)
05:00: Dawn Meditation on the River Deck
05:30: Soothing sips and nourishing snacks
06:00: Wilderness Activity (Wilderness Walk or Safari Drive)
08:30-9:30: Breakfast
11:00: Yoga class in The Sanctuary (yoga studio)
12:30-13:30: Lunch
17:00: Wilderness Activity (Safari drive)
19:00: Dinner (with boma fire going to enjoy before and after dinner)
05:00: Dawn Meditation on the River Deck
05:30: Soothing sips and nourishing snacks
06:00: Wilderness Activity (Wilderness Walk or Safari Drive)
08:30-9:30: Breakfast
11:00: Yoga class in The Sanctuary (yoga studio)
12:30-13:30: Lunch
17:00: Wilderness Activity (Safari drive)
19:00: Dinner (with boma fire going to enjoy before and after dinner)
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Sashwa River of Stars, Hoedspruit, South Africa
Directions
There are regular daily flights from Cape Town International Airport or OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg to Eastgate International Airport in Hoedspruit. We are a scenic 1h15min drive from Hoedspruit. For flight schedules and bookings, please see Airlink and Cemair, our local air carriers.
Your road transfers to and from Eastgate International Airport, Hoedspruit to Sashwa can be arranged by us in advance at an additional cost. Our driver will meet your flight with a welcome board and a refreshment and you will be driven in an air conditioned vehicle through the Greater Kruger entrance gate enjoying some wildlife spotting en route to the lodge.
From Johannesburg it will take approximately 5-6 hours self drive for you to reach Hoedspruit and then another 1,5 hours to reach the lodge.
Your road transfers to and from Eastgate International Airport, Hoedspruit to Sashwa can be arranged by us in advance at an additional cost. Our driver will meet your flight with a welcome board and a refreshment and you will be driven in an air conditioned vehicle through the Greater Kruger entrance gate enjoying some wildlife spotting en route to the lodge.
From Johannesburg it will take approximately 5-6 hours self drive for you to reach Hoedspruit and then another 1,5 hours to reach the lodge.
Accommodation
10 luxurious and suites along the banks of the Olifants River 1 Premier Riverfront Suite and 2 Premier Garden Suites 2 Luxury Riverfront Suites and 5 Luxury Garden Suite
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Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Imagine a place where wellness and wildlife converge. Whether you seek deep relaxation in our state-of-the-art infrared sauna, a refreshing dip in the pool as elephants meander by, or a peaceful moment with a book in our lounge overlooking the river, we have something for everyone. Unleash your creativity in our art studio, rejuvenate at the spa and gym, or enjoy a yoga or meditation session in our serene studios. Every detail is thoughtfully designed to ensure an unforgettable experience.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
At Sashwa, food is more than just nourishment—it is medicine, art, and a path to sustainability. Our food philosophy reflects a deep commitment to personal health and environmental stewardship.
What's Included
- 3 wholesome seasonally inspired plant based meals per day
- Healthy cold/warm beverages incl our selection of Painted Wolf conservation wines
- Available snacks throughout the day from our snack jar fridge
- Use of our contemplative/meditative specially curated on-site spaces
- Time out in our relaxation wildlife watching hide
- Wholeness facilities: gym, sauna, yoga spaces, swimming pool
- Daily guided gentle yoga /movement /breathwork sessions
- Daily guided meditation
- Use of our Creative Studio on a self creative basis
- Safari drives and *wilderness walks accompanied by an experienced guide
- Laundry service
- Wifi access in dedicated areas
What's Not Included
- Massage and other holistic spa offerings
- Extra private activities/ wilderness immersion experiences
- Star gazing from our romantic star bath
- Art private sessions/ group workshops when there is an artist in residence
- Transport to and from the reserve
- Sashwa team gratuities at your discretion
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