{"id":7297,"date":"2026-05-01T19:15:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T19:15:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/?page_id=7297"},"modified":"2026-05-01T19:37:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T19:37:43","slug":"spiritual-retreats-spring-2025","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/en\/spiritual-retreats-spring-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"To the rhythm of nature: Transformative Retreat &amp; Safari"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:38px;line-height:1.4\">Zimbabwe &amp; Botswana<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>September 26 to October 3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yoga &amp; Breathwork <br \/>What to expect?<\/h3>\n\n<p><em><strong>Get ready for a transformative experience, where the magic of the African bush with its landscapes and wildlife meets the ancient practices of yoga, breathwork, meditation and sound healing.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>8 days \/ 7 nights or 12 days \/ 11 nights<\/strong> &#8211; An unforgettable immersion in wild nature, inner well-being and African culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The retreat combines stays in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (for the first 2 nights and the last), and in the Chobe region of Botswana (for the rest of the retreat).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>This unique journey is designed as a return to basics, where each day is punctuated by the sounds of the savannah, wellness practices, local traditions, tasty meals and moments of sharing and sacred silence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A timeless interlude to reconnect with nature, body and soul.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-95d843c0\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider alignwide glide\" data-per-view=\"1\" data-gap=\"0\" data-peek=\"0\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-height=\"800px\" data-hide-arrows=\"false\"><div class=\"glide__track\" data-glide-el=\"track\"><div class=\"glide__slides\"><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-16.avif\" alt=\"panther safari\" title=\"panther safari\" data-id=\"7304\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-5.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7322\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-6.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7320\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-7.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7318\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-8.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7316\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-9.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7314\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-10.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7312\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-11.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7310\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-12.avif\" alt=\"elephant safari\" title=\"elephant safari\" data-id=\"7308\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-14.avif\" alt=\"giraffe safari\" title=\"giraffe safari\" data-id=\"7306\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-4.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7324\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/yoga-safari-3.avif\" alt=\"yoga safari\" title=\"yoga safari\" data-id=\"7326\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-2.avif\" alt=\"safari\" title=\"safari\" data-id=\"7328\"><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item-wrapper glide__slide\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-slider-item\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Safari.avif\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" data-id=\"7330\"><\/figure><\/div><\/div><div class=\"glide__bullets\" data-glide-el=\"controls[nav]\"><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=0\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=1\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=2\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=3\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=4\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=5\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=6\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=7\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=8\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=9\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=10\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=11\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=12\"><\/button><button class=\"glide__bullet\" data-glide-dir=\"=13\"><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252363355969368\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Reserve my place<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-2389136f\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list\">\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-e4a5d572\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"far fa-money-bill-alt wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\"><strong>8 DAYS: <\/strong><br><strong>Early bird rate until April 30, 2026<br><\/strong>Shared room CHF 2&#8217;950.- instead of CHF <del>3&#8217;450.-<\/del><br>Single room CHF 3&#8217;650.- instead of CHF <del>4&#8217;200.-<\/del><br><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-961b87a8\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\">Date: September 26 to October 3 or 7<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-2cfd95ad\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-language wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\">Language: French<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-882bd36f\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-map-marker-alt wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\">Location: Botswana &amp; Zimbabwe<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-74aab24b\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list\">\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-d0acbc07\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"far fa-money-bill-alt wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\"><strong>12 DAYS (Safari Mobile optional) : <\/strong><br><strong>Early bird rate until March 31, 2026<\/strong><br>Shared room CHF 4&#8217;950.- instead of CHF <del>5&#8217;450.-<\/del><br>Single room CHF 6&#8217;050.- instead of CHF <del>6&#8217;350.-<\/del><br><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-f76b4a66\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-people-carry wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\">Participants : Min 6 max 12<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-2107c37e\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-check wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\">Prerequisites: none<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-06e7b768\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item\"><i class=\"fas fa-people-arrows wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-icon\"><\/i><p class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-icon-list-item-content\">Partner: Munga expedition AG<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The speakers<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Daphn&#xE9; Polliand\" class=\"wp-image-5734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-610x610.webp 610w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne-100x100.webp 100w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/daphne.webp 1080w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Daphn\u00e9 Polliand<\/strong><br \/>Facilitator Breathwork, Kundalini Innerdance, Meditation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>B\u00e9atrice<\/strong><br \/>Yoga teacher<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"B&#xE9;atrice\" class=\"wp-image-5733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-610x610.webp 610w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice-100x100.webp 100w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/beatrice.webp 1080w\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<p><br \/><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:57% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-dominant-color=\"757a81\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-7.avif\" alt=\"safari\" class=\"wp-image-7318 size-large not-transparent\" style=\"--dominant-color: #757a81; object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-7.avif 900w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-7-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-7-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-7-610x458.avif 610w, https:\/\/breathe-geneva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/safari-7-600x450.avif 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:27px\"><strong>Your accommodation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fixed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:17px\">Your fixed accommodation for 5 nights in Botswana, Munga Plains. Everything is designed to offer you a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. The facilities are carefully designed using three main materials: wood, thatch and canvas. This approach ensures minimal impact on the environment while creating a close bond with the surrounding nature.<br \/>For your mobile safari, we have chosen the premium concept with comfortable tents with beds, bush showers and ecological toilets.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252363355969368\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Reserve my place<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs-93880dc8\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs has-light-bg\"><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs__content\">\n<div data-title=\"Notre Programme\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs-item\"><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs-item__header\">Notre Programme<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs-item__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Day 1 &#8211; Arrival Victoria Falls<\/strong><br \/>Morning welcome at Victoria Falls airport, followed by transfer to hotel. The afternoon is devoted to exploring Victoria Falls and the surrounding area. In the evening, first meal, opening circle and gentle practice.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 2 &#8211; Victoria Falls and surroundings<\/strong><br \/>The day begins with a yoga class on the banks of the Zambezi River, followed by breakfast. Free time in the morning, followed by a visit to Victoria Falls and an e-bike ride. The afternoon is free to relax at the hotel or take a stroll. In the evening, yoga practice and dinner.   <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 3 &#8211; Transfer to Munga Plains<\/strong><br \/>After a morning yoga practice and breakfast, departure for Botswana. A mini-cruise with lunch on board is planned before arrival at Munga Plains fixed camp, where the group settles in for five nights. Yoga practice in the evening, before or after dinner.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 4 &#8211; Walking Safari<\/strong><br \/>Morning practice in the yoga shala, followed by breakfast. The morning continues with a traditional basket-making workshop. After lunch, free time at the camp. At the end of the day, departure for a walking safari, sunset over the plains, lunch in the bush and gentle practice before bedtime.   <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 5 &#8211; Safari in Chobe National Park<\/strong><br \/>The day begins with a morning game drive, followed by breakfast. A traditional drumming workshop with locals is planned for the morning. After lunch and free time at camp, departure mid-afternoon for a jeep safari in Chobe National Park. Return to camp, yoga practice and lunch.   <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 6 &#8211; Solidarity Day<\/strong><br \/>Morning practice, breakfast, then immersion in local life with a visit to a village and a school. Return to camp for lunch, then free time to relax, enjoy the pool or read. In the evening, traditional dances before dinner.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 7 &#8211; Jeep safari in Chobe National Park<\/strong><br \/>Early morning departure for a jeep safari in Chobe National Park. Return to camp mid-afternoon, time for rest, yoga practice and dinner. <br \/><br \/><strong>12-day extension &#8211; Mobile bush safari<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Days 8, 9 and 10 &#8211; Savuti mobile safari<\/strong><br \/>Three-day immersion in the heart of the Savuti region, in the Okavango Delta. The program includes 4&#215;4 safaris, comfortable mobile camps, sunset yoga practices, guided meditations, fireside dinners and nights under the stars. <br \/><br \/>The trip includes an early morning departure from Munga Plains, transfer to Savuti, camp set-up, afternoon game drive, sunset yoga practice, morning game drive in search of predators, afternoon game drive, meditation and departure for Kwai with a final game drive and bush lunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 11 &#8211; Return to Victoria Falls<\/strong><br \/>Last wake-up call and yoga practice in the bush. After breakfast, departure for Kasane airfield for a scenic flight to Maun, lunch, then transfer to hotel in Victoria Falls. Free time, dinner and evening practice.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 12 &#8211; Yoga with elephants and departure<\/strong><br \/>Last session of yoga with elephants before transfer to the airport. Breakfast, then return to Switzerland. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-title=\"Le S\u00e9jour comprend\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs-item\"><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs-item__header\">Le S\u00e9jour comprend<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-tabs-item__content\">\n<p><strong>Accommodation <\/strong>: 3 nights in a lodge at Victoria Falls (first 2 and last), then transfer for 5 nights to Munga Plains private fixed camp, where you&#8217;ll sleep in lodges that combine comfort with the opportunity to stay in touch with nature (Glamping tent). 3 nights on a premium mobile safari (optional), where each tent has its own shower and toilet, amid breathtaking scenery and the murmur of the African bush. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full board<\/strong>: In collaboration with Tswana chef and author of Taste of Botswana, <a href=\"https:\/\/ednahrosen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ednah Rosen<\/a>, you&#8217;ll enjoy healthy, delicious, seasonal African cuisine to nourish your body while respecting your dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Daily yoga sessions<\/strong>: In breathtaking landscapes, yoga classes for all levels, led by certified and experienced teachers, to harmonize body and mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Breathwork &amp; Meditation<\/strong>: Guided Breathwork sessions to release stress, rebalance vital energy and find inner peace. These practices will improve your ability to concentrate and live in the present moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cultural Excursions<\/strong>: Discover Botswana&#8217;s fascinating culture with tailor-made excursions. Visit Victoria Falls, explore by e-bike, take a mini-cruise on the Chobe National Park river, discover villages and local life, go on safari (on foot or by jeep)&#8230; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cultural activities<\/strong>: Every day, we offer a variety of workshops. Basket-making, cooking class, traditional dance, percussion workshop, wildlife discovery&#8230; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Relaxation<\/strong>: Enjoy moments of relaxation and sharing in the camp areas of Munga Plains (swimming pool, bar, terrace&#8230;) all with breathtaking views of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time for yourself<\/strong>: free time to meditate, read, or simply enjoy the serene surroundings. The aim of this retreat is to reconnect with your essence, leave everyday distractions behind and refocus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Premium mobile safari (OPTIONAL) <\/strong>Your camp is made up of comfortable tents with beds, bush showers, ecological toilets and an open-fire kitchen. A dedicated team takes care of the logistics, leaving you free to enjoy the experience to the full. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical info<\/h2>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The information you need<\/h4>\n\n<div id=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-9ae9d94d\" class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion exclusive\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div>infos G\u00e9n\u00e9rales<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p><strong>Autumn climate<\/strong>:<br \/>Autumn in Botswana (September, October) is a period of transition from the dry season to the rainy season, with increasingly high temperatures sometimes reaching 40\u00b0C in October. The end of the dry season and the decrease in vegetation make animals more visible.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Travel<\/strong>:<br \/>All your travel needs are taken care of. From Victoria airport and return. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Botswana entry formalities<\/strong>:<br \/>For Swiss citizens, a valid passport is required. No visa is required. Citizens of other nationalities should contact their local embassy or consulate for further information.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry formalities for Zimbabwe<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For flights, Victoria Falls airport in Zimbabwe (the nearest international airport to Munga Plains). You need to buy a double-entry visa online. Zimbabwe&#8217;s immigration services now require all passengers to complete the online immigration form before arrival; paper forms are no longer issued at the airport.  <br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/evisa.gov.zw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/evisa.gov.zw\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health and vaccination<br \/><\/strong>Health tip: There are no compulsory vaccinations for travel to Botswana, but it is always advisable to keep up to date with your routine vaccinations and consult your doctor.<br \/><em><strong>Malaria: what you need to know<\/strong><br \/><\/em>Malaria is present in certain regions of Botswana, particularly near Chobe National Park, although mosquitoes are less numerous during the dry season. To stay healthy:<br \/>Preventive treatment. Consult your doctor about anti-malarial medication. Start treatment before departure and continue as recommended.<br \/>Preventive measures. Use a repellent containing DEET, sleep under a mosquito net and wear long-sleeved clothing and pants at night.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insurance<\/strong>:You are required to take out travel insurance (cancellation, repatriation, medical &amp; assistance&#8230;) before departure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Currency<\/strong>:Most payments in Botswana are made in cash, dollars or pulas&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Electricity, Telephone &amp; Wifi<\/strong>: Remember to deactivate mobile data before arriving in Botswana if you don&#8217;t have an international package. Use Wifi only.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gratuities:<br \/><\/strong>In Botswana, gratuities are not mandatory but are appreciated for quality service. Amounts may vary, but we generally expect $10-20 per day for guides, $5 per day for trackers or lodge staff (via a &#8220;tip box&#8221;), and $1-5 for luggage carriers and transfer drivers.  US dollars or euros are accepted, as well as Botswana pula.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div>Pourquoi choisir cette retraite ? <\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p><strong>All-inclusive<\/strong>: You take care of nothing and let yourself live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Total disconnection<\/strong>: The opportunity to cut away from stress and daily routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Expertise<\/strong>: Certified yoga and Breathwork teachers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Authenticity<\/strong>: Immerse yourself in Botswana culture with tailor-made safaris and activities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div>A qui s&#8217;adresse cette retraite ?<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to reconnect with yourself while enjoying an exceptional safari, this is the retreat for you. A stay where local culture, bush exploration, relaxation, reading, inspiring discussions and, of course, yoga, come together to offer you an unforgettable inner journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, you&#8217;re welcome to join this group, and practice can be adapted to your level. Not all courses are compulsory, so you&#8217;re free to follow your own pace. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><a><\/a>Activit\u00e9s<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p>All activities (visits, safaris, cultural activities&#8230;..) are included in your stay.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><a><\/a><a><\/a>Inclus \/ Non inclus dans le tarifs ?<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p><strong>INCLUDES :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Welcome at Victoria airport and transfer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All courses and workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All meals: prepared by a chef using high-quality local produce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drinks available (water, tea, coffee)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excursions with transfers and guide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NOT INCLUDED :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Price of your plane ticket.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zimbabwe Visa approx. $45<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical &amp; travel insurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beverages other than those offered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nights before or after if you wish to extend your stay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><a><\/a><a><\/a><a><\/a>Affaires \u00e0 prendre<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Small rucksack (20-25 l) to carry day&#8217;s essentials on excursions and safaris (water bottle, camera, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A good pair of light, comfortable shoes (sneakers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable yoga clothes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunglasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lightweight, covering clothing (preferably cotton) for hiking and warmer clothes for the evening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gourd (possibly filtered to reduce the use of bottled water)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moisturizing and sun protection cream (SPF 50)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A medical kit with your usual medicines (if you have any)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><a><\/a><a><\/a><a><\/a><a><\/a>Paiement et conditions d&#8217;annulation<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p><strong>Payment :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A 50% deposit is required to reserve your place. To be paid directly to B\u00e9atrice. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The total amount of the stay must be paid no later than 60 days before departure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cancellation policy :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5 months before departure 100% refunded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 months before departure 70% refund<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beyond that, our cancellation policy applies no refund. 100% of the retreat fee is due and you must contact your insurance company for a refund. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any course started must be paid for in full.<br \/>Participants are free to interrupt this support at any time if the need arises and if they so decide.<br \/>In the event of early departure during the course, for whatever reason, the full cost of the stay must be paid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cancellation by the organizer :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The minimum number of participants is 6. Please wait for confirmation from the organizer before purchasing your plane tickets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the organizer cancels the holiday for X reasons (e.g. lack of participants) then you will be refunded in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__title\"><div><a><\/a><a><\/a><a><\/a><a><\/a><a><\/a>Partenaire Voyage<\/div><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-themeisle-blocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p>We are working with a Swiss travel agency for this trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mungaplains.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Munga Expeditions SA<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252363355969368\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Reserve my place<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zimbabwe &amp; Botswana September 26 to October 3 Yoga &amp; Breathwork What to expect? 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