2027 Signature Retreat
South Africa
Marataba & Cape Town — March 22–30, 2027
Nine days between two worlds — a five-star safari lodge at Marataba Safari Lodge, and a private villa above the Cape Town coastline. Eight game drives. Daily yoga. A group of ten who arrive as strangers and leave as something closer to family.
Not manufactured. Not forced. Just kismet.
The Bush
Wild, unhurried
Cape Town
Coastal & vivid
Community
Strangers, then family
The Journey
Two worlds, nine days.
Day 1 March 22, 2027
Arrival & the bush begins.
Fly into Johannesburg, then continue by bush plane into Marataba Safari Lodge, a five-star lodge and your home for four nights. The first day closes with a sunset drive and sundowners in the bush.
Days 2–4 March 23–25, 2027
The rhythm of the bush.
Sunrise drives with coffee in hand. Morning yoga under the trees. Long, unhurried afternoons at the lodge. Each day also holds a quiet, therapeutic thread — some things are better experienced than previewed.
Days 5–9 March 26–30, 2027
Cape Town, and the way home.
A final morning game drive, then on to Cape Town. A private villa above the city, with a sauna, gym and cold plunge. The Oranjezicht Market, the V&A Waterfront and a Bo-Kaap tour; a Lion’s Head hike and Easter brunch on Sunday; a day at Babylonstoren — and Table Mountain, weather permitting.
Day By Day
The full itinerary.
Day 1Monday, March 22 | Marataba
Fly into Johannesburg, continue by bush plane to Marataba Safari Lodge, safety briefing, lunch, welcome drinks, your first sunset game drive, and group dinner.
Days 2–4Tuesday–Thursday, March 23–25 | Marataba
Sunrise drives, morning yoga, free time at the lodge, a therapeutic workshop each afternoon, sunset drives with sundowners, dinner at the lodge.
Day 5Friday, March 26 | Safari to Cape Town
A morning game drive at Marataba Safari Lodge, then travel to Cape Town. Settle into the villa and enjoy a chef-prepared dinner.
Day 6Saturday, March 27 | Discover Cape Town
A morning at the Oranjezicht Market, a walk through the V&A Waterfront, and a guided Bo-Kaap tour.
Day 7Sunday, March 28 | Easter Sunday
Hike Lion’s Head, then Easter brunch at the villa. Spend the afternoon on a pool and beach day, with Table Mountain as an additional option, weather permitting.
Day 8Monday, March 29 | Winelands Escape
A day at Babylonstoren, exploring the estate, gardens, and dining experiences.
Day 9Tuesday, March 30 | Departure
Breakfast at the villa, then check out and depart.
Your Safari Lodge
Marataba Safari Lodge.
Marataba is a five-star safari lodge in Marakele National Park, in South Africa’s Limpopo province. Fifteen canvas-and-stone tents sit on the plains, with the cliffs of the Waterberg rising behind them. The reserve is malaria-free.
This is where the retreat begins. You’ll spend four nights here, with game drives at sunrise and sunset, morning yoga, and long afternoons to spend on your own terrace.
The Luxury Tents
A tent for two, with a bed of your own.
Retreat guests stay two to a Luxury Tent. Each tent is set up with two separate beds, so you have your own bed and your own space to settle into, with one other guest to share the view.
It’s one of the ways the group comes together, and the bed of your own means you never trade away a good night’s sleep.
Canvas, stone, and timber keep you close to the bush. Each tent has air conditioning, a private terrace, and an outdoor shower.
- Sleeps two
- Two separate beds
- Private terrace
- Outdoor shower
- Air conditioning
The tent
Terrace doors, and the bush beyond
The bath
Freestanding, with the terrace beyond
The outdoor shower
Private, and part of the tent
Where You'll Stay
Two places, each chosen on purpose.
4 Nights — Five-Star Safari Lodge
Cape Town Villa
4 Nights — Private Villa, Cape Town
The Investment
Per person, all in. Flights and Cape Winelands food and beverage are not included. Flexible payment plans are available and encouraged.
Included
- 8 nights across 2 properties
- Private safari guides & trackers
- 8 game drives, private vehicles
- All meals while on safari
- Private Cape Town chef
- All yoga workshops
- Curated Cape Town activities
Not Included
- International & regional flights
- Travel insurance
- Spa treatments
- Premium bar tab
From Past Retreats
Coley, 2026 Retreat Guest
Sabrina, 2025 Retreat Guest
Leila, 2025 Retreat Guest
Premium Service
The highest standards of safety and care at every stage.
Seamless Travel
All logistics handled, arrival to departure.
Client Satisfaction
Effortless, comfortable, expansive. Leave it to us.
Before You Inquire
Retreat FAQ.
Is it safe?
Yes. All safari activities are led by professional guides and trackers at established, reputable lodges.
What if I don't know anyone going?
Most guests don’t. Groups are capped at 10, small enough that real friendships form fast.
What's the therapeutic element, really?
Savanah is a Marriage & Family Therapist trained in EFT, IFS, and EMDR. It’s not group therapy — it’s a thoughtfully held space for reflection.
Do I need to get shots?
Not for malaria — Marataba Safari Lodge and Cape Town are both malaria-free. We recommend consulting your GP before the trip about routine travel vaccinations.
Are payment plans available?
Yes, and encouraged. Reach out after applying and we’ll set one up, processed securely through Stripe.
Ten spots. One extraordinary week.
We’re now welcoming inquiries for South Africa — March 22–30, 2027.
Reaching out takes five minutes. Payment plans available.