AWAKEN TO NATURE RETREAT
AWAKEN TO NATURE RETREAT
Hoedspruit, South Africa
Up to 16 in group
April 21 - 27, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Empowering Yoga Practices in stunning settings to deepen your practice and inner peace.
- Organic Plant-Based Cuisine prepared by private chefs, featuring locally grown ingredients.
- Healthy cold/warm beverages incl our selection of Painted Wolf conservation wines
- Journaling Workshops to help you reflect and reconnect.
- Art Workshops to spark creativity and mindfulness.
- Meditation Sessions to cultivate calm and clarity.
- Guided Wilderness Walks to immerse yourself in nature's beauty.
- Safari Drives in open-top game viewing vehicles on a private Big 5 reserve.
- Access to Wholeness facilities: gym, sauna, yoga spaces
- A stunning Outdoor Pool overlooking the river for relaxation.
- A Himalayan Crystal Infrared Sauna to detoxify and rejuvenate.
- Art Studio & Creative workshops
- Space & Free time for Reflection
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
6 Nights 7 Days in the African Wilderness
Come home to yourself in the heart of the African wilderness.
Through connection, reflection, and the power of nature, this retreat offers a chance to renew your spirit and rediscover your inner wisdom.
Through moments of silence, reflection, and deep connection, nurture your inner journey—rekindling your inner fire and opening the door to profound personal growth. Engage in creative explorations that celebrate your unique self-expression while cultivating a deeper awareness of the natural rhythms that surround you.
Each day, we will immerse ourselves in the wild through guided safari drives and walks, offering a fresh perspective on the land and its wildlife. Witnessing the natural world through a new lens invites both awe and self-discovery, allowing you to connect not only with nature but also with yourself in unexpected ways.
Yoga sessions are designed to help you access your innate wisdom, followed by mindful movement to release tension and let energy flow naturally. Meditations held in nature bring balance to the mind and heart, fostering compassion and self-trust.
Breathwork sessions deepen self-awareness, providing space for emotional release and a renewed sense of lightness and vitality. This experience is more than a retreat—it is a sanctuary for transformation, where the environment fosters access to your inner guidance, empowering you to navigate your unique journey.
Here, healing unfolds organically, not in isolation but in the presence of nature and a like-minded community. As you roam freely through this extraordinary landscape, expect moments of insight and inspiration that will stay with you long after you leave.
Come home to yourself in the heart of the African wilderness.
Through connection, reflection, and the power of nature, this retreat offers a chance to renew your spirit and rediscover your inner wisdom.
Through moments of silence, reflection, and deep connection, nurture your inner journey—rekindling your inner fire and opening the door to profound personal growth. Engage in creative explorations that celebrate your unique self-expression while cultivating a deeper awareness of the natural rhythms that surround you.
Each day, we will immerse ourselves in the wild through guided safari drives and walks, offering a fresh perspective on the land and its wildlife. Witnessing the natural world through a new lens invites both awe and self-discovery, allowing you to connect not only with nature but also with yourself in unexpected ways.
Yoga sessions are designed to help you access your innate wisdom, followed by mindful movement to release tension and let energy flow naturally. Meditations held in nature bring balance to the mind and heart, fostering compassion and self-trust.
Breathwork sessions deepen self-awareness, providing space for emotional release and a renewed sense of lightness and vitality. This experience is more than a retreat—it is a sanctuary for transformation, where the environment fosters access to your inner guidance, empowering you to navigate your unique journey.
Here, healing unfolds organically, not in isolation but in the presence of nature and a like-minded community. As you roam freely through this extraordinary landscape, expect moments of insight and inspiration that will stay with you long after you leave.
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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