Zambia Root to Rise Retreat
ZAMBIA · 7 NIGHTS · SAFARI, YOGA & SPIRITUAL ECOLOGY
Root to Rise Retreat
A wildlife safari and yoga retreat devoted to the lands and spirits of nature in Zambia’s spectacular South Luangwa Valley
October 23–30, 2026
DATES
October 23–30, 2026
DURATION
7 Nights / 7 Days
LOCATION
South Luangwa Valley
PRICE
From $1,912 / person
A Journey of Safari, Spirit and Service
Join us in one of Africa’s premier wildlife-viewing destinations, where a world-renowned ecosystem is centered around the meandering, free-flowing Luangwa River.
Reawaken your inner pulse through the seasonal ebb and flow of the waters shaping these sacred lands in the heart of Africa. This retreat blends wildlife safari, yoga, meditation, ritual, energy work, conservation and community connection into one transformative week.
We gather with the intention of connecting not only to ourselves, but to the seen and unseen ecology around us. We marvel not just at nature, but with nature—listening, communing and remembering that we are nature, too.
Most of all, we come in service. We make devotional offerings and blessings, practice ritual and ceremony, and give back to grassroots, community-based conservation organizations doing meaningful work in South Luangwa.
We don’t leave the same person, yet we leave more our true selves.
This Retreat Is for You If…
- You are an old soul—young at heart—seeking a deeper connection to yourself and the innate guidance that nature and wildlife return us to.
- You long to revive the richness of ritual and devotion to Mama Gaia, the elements and the spirits of nature.
- You are remembering the wisdom whispered by the lands and the ancestors of the lands during these transformational times.
- You want to reattune to the language of energy and frequency felt through the subtle body.
- You crave contributing to, co-creating with and communing with a destination—not simply consuming it.
Our Journey
Arrival Day · Friday, October 23
Check in at Wildlife Camp, join an optional meet-and-greet over sundowners, and gather for a welcome dinner with introductions and an overview of the week.
Day 1 · Root Chakra / Earth Element
Yoga, opening ceremony, rituals and offerings in the Game Management Area, a picnic lunch, and a guided Shamanic Journey.
Day 2 · Sacral Chakra / Water Element
A full South Luangwa National Park day with rituals, meditation and energy work supporting the day’s themes.
Day 3 · Solar Plexus Chakra / Fire Element
Yoga, a conservation day with Chipembele Wildlife Education Trust at its education center and animal rescue/rehabilitation facility, rituals and offerings in the Game Management Area, and a Full Moon in Taurus ceremony.
Day 4 · Heart Chakra / Air Element
A second South Luangwa National Park day with rituals, meditation and energy work.
Day 5 · Throat Chakra / Ether Element
Yoga, a visit to Conservation South Luangwa and other local conservation or community projects, devotional rituals in the Game Management Area, and a guided Shamanic Journey.
Day 6 · Third Eye Chakra / Light
A third South Luangwa National Park day with rituals, meditation and energy work.
Day 7 · Crown Chakra / Closing
Yoga and final closing rituals and offerings before checking out and continuing onward.
The schedule may flex in response to local conditions, the group and the co-creative unfolding of the retreat.
Wildlife Camp on the Luangwa River
We will be based at lovely Wildlife Camp, known for its spectacular location on the Luangwa River. The camp sits in the Game Management Area directly across the river from South Luangwa National Park, with frequent elephant sightings and visits from many other wild neighbors.
The river marks the national park boundary, but wildlife crosses freely—especially during the dry season when we visit. It is an exceptional place to settle in, reconnect and take in the beauty of this ecosystem.
Accommodation & Pricing
Chalet
Shared chalet: $2,162 per person
Private chalet: $2,612 per person
Safari Tent
Shared tent: $1,912 per person
Private tent: $2,282 per person
What’s Included
- Seven nights at Wildlife Camp, including airport transfers
- Many meals, coffee, tea and potable drinking water
- Six game drives in South Luangwa National Park: three morning and three night drives
- English-speaking safari guide and national park entrance fees
- Daily yoga, meditation, ritual or energy-work sessions
- Four days of devotional offerings, rituals and ceremonies in the Game Management Area, with vehicle and driver
- Two guided Shamanic Journeys
- Full Moon in Taurus ceremony
- Private visits to Chipembele Wildlife Education Trust and Conservation South Luangwa
- $200 conservation donation ($100 to each partner organization)
- Additional community visits
Not Included
- International and domestic flights to Mfuwe, Zambia, via Lusaka
- Zambia tourist visa, if applicable
- Five meals: one lunch and four dinners
- Soda, alcohol and additional snacks
- Gratuities for the Zambian team caring for us
- Travel insurance, which is highly recommended
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Conservation in Action
This retreat directly benefits two local, grassroots community conservation organizations. We will visit both and learn from their teams. The retreat price includes a $200 conservation donation per guest—$100 for each organization.
Chipembele Wildlife Education Trust
Chipembele teaches Zambian children and communities the value of wildlife and their environment so both may be conserved for present and future generations.
Conservation South Luangwa
Conservation South Luangwa works with community and conservation partners to protect the wildlife and habitats of the South Luangwa ecosystem for the long term, under the custodianship of the Zambian people.
Is Zambia Calling You?
Book a free Discovery Call with Karlyn to explore whether this retreat is an aligned experience for you—and for the group we are creating together.