Experience a unique blend of wellness and adventure with Marcel and Cat, an acclaimed energy healer and yoga teacher. Set in Namibia’s tranquil wilderness, this retreat offers an ideal environment for deep healing and transformation. Namibia’s vast, untouched landscapes, profound silence and grounding energy, create the perfect backdrop for reconnecting with yourself and the natural world.
Marcel’s expert guidance through Namibia’s stunning scenery and wildlife invites a sense of awe and grounding, while Cat’s intuitive energy healing, yoga, and meditation sessions help release emotional and energetic blockages. The synergy of energy healing and Namibia’s serene, open spaces amplifies the effects of mindfulness and restoration, offering clarity and balance. Together, Marcel and Cat will guide you through an experience that harmonizes the healing power of nature with inner renewal, leaving you deeply restored and inspired.
This journey is a sanctuary for those seeking growth, connection, and holistic wellness.
Highlights
Moderate 3-day hike in the NamibRand Nature Reserve - walk along the secluded Tok Tokkie Trails, embracing the stillness and the restorative power of unspoiled nature, far from distractions.
Explore the highlights of Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft Park - Connect with the energy of the world’s oldest desert, meditating amidst its timeless sands and soaking up its grounding, ancient vibrations.
Climb Big Daddy dune which is about 325m high, admiring Deadvlei from above.
Adventurous activities along the Skeleton Coast - Experience the Skeleton Coast’s wild energy, where the raw beauty of the ocean and dunes invites transformation and release.
Hike the Spitzkoppe’s granite peaks - Tap into the sacred vibrations, exploring ancient Bushman engravings that hold the wisdom and energy of those who walked before us.
2 Days of Safari in Etosha National Park - a wildlife sanctuary that is home to over 114 mammal species, including majestic elephants, powerful lions, elusive leopards, graceful giraffes, and both black and white rhinos. This park offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the intricate balance of nature as you witness these animals coexisting in their natural habitat. Their presence serves as a reminder of the cycles of renewal, teaching us lessons in harmony and the resilience of life.
Indulge in relaxation and holistic healing at serene wellness lodges, where mid-market to luxury accommodations blend seamlessly with the restorative energies of your journey. Here, deep relaxation meets mindful rejuvenation, allowing you to recharge and reconnect with your inner self, surrounded by nature’s calming embrace.
Your days will be a balanced blend of wellness, adventure, and energy healing, with yoga practiced in open-air settings, deepening your connection to the land.
Healing, Yoga and Meditation
We’ll practice meditation to help you connect to yourself and refine your ability to focus and ground. You’ll receive energy work in our group energy healing. You’ll also learn self-healing techniques that will be game-changing practices you can take home with you and use daily. We focus on grounding, keeping your energy flow strong, working with individual chakras, and how to respect and master your intuition. You’ll also refine your awareness of your boundaries and what space you need to thrive. Practicing energy work in such a sacred and powerful land will level your senses and experience.
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About The Host
Marcel
“I found my love for yoga while sailing and scuba diving all corners of the world, but after 15 years of traveling, all roads led me back to Namibia where I started a new journey that I want to share with you! I was born in Cape Town, South Africa, grew up in Namibia, and traveled extensively through other African countries, and trust me when I say - “You are in good hands and in for an adventure on any of my yoga holidays”. I have done the research, the traveling and I also worked as a travel consultant in Namibia, selling various safari tours in Southern Africa and applying what I’ve learned to my own yoga safari’s. If you want to see and experience the best that Namibia or any other Southern or Eastern African Countries has to offer, where days are filled with mindful yoga flows, you have landed yourself at the right place. Even though initially taught in Ashtanga yoga, I’ve developed a deep understanding over the years of more mindful and calm practices out in nature, which I also apply on all of my trips - these yoga holidays are about you, connecting with yourself on a deeper level out in nature and having an adventure of a life time. It’s a fun and non-competitive environment, making it a peaceful healing space for anyone joining.
I’ve had guests joining my yoga holidays that did their first ever yoga session up to yoga teachers, and even a few repeat guests coming for a second, third, and even fourth time. For the perfect group experience and personal attention we take a maximum of 5 - 7 guests per retreat, and a maximum of 12 for international yoga teachers wanting to bring a group.
My passion is to find the right retreat for you, so if you are unsure which one to choose or if you have any additional questions, please schedule a call with me.
Teaching Styles: Yin, Slow flows, Dynamic Vinyasa flows, Hatha, Yoga Nidra, Manifestation techniques, Various Guided Meditations & Breathing techniques.
Itinerary
Things to keep in mind
FAQ
Do I need any prior experience in yoga and meditation?
We welcome all levels from beginners to advance, adjusting sessions according to your experience. Groups are small which allows personal attention, tailoring to your personal needs.
How many yoga classes do we have each day?
Each yoga holiday is different, but you can expect 1 yoga sessions per day, depending on the days activities. All scheduled activities are early mornings, but then the afternoon yoga sessions will be longer.
What style of yoga is taught?
Morning sessions are usually a combination of vinyasa flows, meditation and breathing techniques to energize you for the day, where afternoon session are more relaxed yin or slow flows.
Do I need to bring my own yoga mat?
For the Namibian yoga holidays you do not have to bring your own mat as they are supplied, including all props. For any of the other African countries, please bring your own mat, props will be supplied.
What is the average of participants?
From mid 20’s to mid 60’s - A mix between solo travelers, friends and couples + private family/friend trips.
Do you offer pre/post accommodation if I want to stay longer?
If you are considering to arrive earlier than the trips start date, please contact us before you book your accommodation as we can give you great recommendations. A pre nights accommodation is recommended in the case of delayed flights.
I have a partner/friend that does not yoga, can they join?
Yes of coarse they can join and it is totally up to them if they want to join the yoga sessions or not. There are daily activities they can partake in if yoga is not for them.
Do you accommodate special dietary requirements and what kind of meals can I expect?
All the yoga holidays offer different choices of food - please see full description of food in the detailed itinerary. The lodges do cater for vegan, vegetarian and gluten free. If you have any other dietary requirements, please let us know and we will request it. Coffee and tea stations are available throughout the day.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we offer personalized payment plans for all our yoga holidays.
What's included and excluded in the yoga holiday?
Each yoga holiday is unique and different. Please have a look at the detailed itinerary on the retreat listing you are interested in booking.
Do you provide travel insurance?
We provide Passenger Liability Insurance, but we recommend to take out your own travel insurance.