luna sanctuary presents an untamed retreat:
Into the Wild Unknown
March 18 - 22, 2026 | 📍Umlani Bushcamp
Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa 🇿🇦
Step Into the Unknown.
Answer the Call of the Wild.
Elvis guiding a bushwalk at Umlani Bushcamp
This is not just a retreat. This is a rite of passage. A wild adventure. While there will be plenty of time for rest and reflection, this is for the woman who longs to lose herself in the vastness of nature. Each day, we will turn inward through embodiment practices while looking to nature as our guide beyond ourselves—every experience a vision quest for the soul. What is she revealing to us? Listen closely.
Who Is This For?
The fearless, the restless, the high-achieving woman who refuses to be tamed
AND The woman who is ready to exhale—to slow down and tune into herself and nature.
The leader who knows that expanding her edge means confronting the wild—inside and out.
The traveler who desires authentic experiences and craves something raw, real, and alive.
The seeker who knows that true transformation comes from learning to listen, surrender, and trust.
The free spirit who is ready to regulate and strengthen her nervous system so she can step into the unknown from a place of grounded power.
The humble woman who wants to meet and uplift other badass women from around the world.
Limited Spots Available!
8 Rooms / 12 Guests Maximum
“If I've ever seen magic, it's been in Africa.”
—JOHN HEMINGWAY
what to expect on the journey
REMEMBER WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO BE HUMAN
The Edge of Wild: Yoga, movement, and embodiment practices to feel our edges.
The Resonance: Immersions in sound baths alongside the distant roar of a lion, the echo of a hyena call, and the hum of cicadas.
The Quest: Safari drives and bush walks, tracking animals into the wild.
The Unknown: A night spent under the stars, exposed to the elements, nothing between you and nature.
The Rituals: Tarot, journaling, stargazing, and deep conversation around the fire.
The Void: Deep rest, solitude, space to process and breathe.
The Feast: Healthy meals, rich with local flavors, nourishing body and soul.
Nothing here is mandatory. You take what you need, leave what you don’t. If your body tells you to skip meditation and sleep in, listen. If you feel the pull of a quiet moment alone instead of a group session, follow it. This experience is yours to shape. We provide the offerings; you decide how far you want to go.
A day in the wild*
*Subject to change depending on weather. We’ll go with the flow, as nature intends.
06:00 SACRED START: YOGA + MEDITATION
07:00 LIGHT BREKKIE
08:00 INTO THE WILD UNKNOWN: BUSH WALK + WILDERNESS ACTIVITY
11:00 NOURISHING BRUNCH
12:00 ENTER THE VOID: FREE TIME + PLAY TIME
03:00 TUNE IN: OUR PRE-WILDERNESS RITUAL & CACAO CEREMONY
16:00 INTO THE WILD UNKNOWN: SAFARI DRIVE
19:00 THE DINNER GATHERING
21:00 EVENING RITUAL DANCE + DRUM CIRCLES + SOUND BATH + STARGAZING
BEDTIME WILD DREAMING + ROTATING TREEHOUSE SLEEP OUTS FOR THE BRAVE
What’s Included:
4 nights of accommodations at Umlani Bushcamp inside Timbavati Private Nature Reserve which is a part of Greater Kruger National Park, a Big Five area
All meals, drinks, and snacks (Any dietary needs will be accommodated. And yes, alcohol is included! 😉)
Daily yoga, meditation, and sound healing sessions
Daily wildlife safaris and guided bush walks
Treehouse sleep out experience (weather permitting)
Poolside lounging, journaling, group sessions, stargazing and plenty of free time to integrate
Exclusive access to a community of powerhouse women
Not Included:
Flights to and from South Africa (see below for travel info)
Transfers to and from Umlani Bushcamp (can be arranged)
Massage or reflexology treatments (can be booked for additional fee paid directly to your therapist/healer)
Add-ons for any pre/post retreat excursions (can book as a small group once we gather interest + travel schedules)
Gifts from our onsite local artisan Curio Shop (support local artists!)
Laundry service (can be added for a small fee paid directly to our staff)
Gratuities for our dedicated staff (suggested 10-20%, shared between all staff)
Travel insurance (just in case)
the investment*
Private Room (just you!)
$3,450 $3,200 per person
Shared Room** (2 people)
$2,650 $2,400 per person
Limited Spots Available!
8 Rooms / 12 Guests Maximum
Early Bird pricing ends May 31, 2025
* When you book, please be sure that you are fully committed. All sales are final, there will be no refunds. Spots are transferrable, but not refundable. Learn more about our refund policy »
** Due to the intimate nature of our shared rooms, we do not pair solo travelers. Please book together with your bestie/sister/mother/partner if you wish to book a shared room.
“The wild self is not meant to be tamed, but to be listened to, to be respected,
to be honored for her untamed wisdom and power.”
—CLARISSA PINKOLA ESTES
location & travel info
📍Umlani bushcamp
Umlani Bushcamp is nestled deep within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, a pristine wilderness that forms part of the legendary Greater Kruger National Park. Our camp exists without fences, the only barrier is a simple high-wire fence designed to deter elephants—though, as masters of the bush, they often decide otherwise. Lions, leopards, buffalo, antelope and other wild game can—and do—wander through camp at any moment. Here, you are not just visiting the wild—you are immersed in it.
Umlani (or “Umhlani”) means “place of rest” in Shangaan, the language of the native people of this region. And that’s exactly what you will find here—a sanctuary where the wild and the soul meet in perfect harmony. You will sleep soundly and safely in your rustic, authentic rondavel, a traditional thatched-roof hut that blends seamlessly into the landscape.
HOW TO GET HERE
✈️ International Flight to South Africa
Fly into one of South Africa’s major international airports:
Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo International - ORT) – The most common entry point with numerous flight connections.
Cape Town (Cape Town International - CPT) – A great option if you want to explore Cape Town before heading to the bush.
✈️ Domestic Flight to Hoedspruit
From Johannesburg (ORT) or Cape Town (CPT), you’ll take a short domestic flight to Hoedspruit - Eastgate Airport (HDS), the closest airport to Umlani Bushcamp. Two airlines offer daily flights Airlink & CemAir.
🚐 Transfer to Umlani Bushcamp
Once you arrive at Hoedspruit Airport (HDS), we can arrange a transfer directly to Umlani Bushcamp. The drive takes approximately 45 minutes through beautiful landscapes and wildlife areas.
Transfer Fee: Approx. $80-$40 per person, depending on the number of passengers.
Booking: Please let us know in your booking form if you would like us to arrange a transfer for you.
Questions about travel or anything else?
meet your host
Hi, I’m Anna White, an explorer and adventurer of life. As a lifelong student of yoga, mindfulness, meditation, nervous system healing, and somatic practices, I have completed yoga teacher trainings with deep roots in the traditions of Kundalini and Anusara Hatha yoga, studying alongside my brilliant mentor Chiara de Lucia and incredible teachers Lauren Lee, Lucy McCarthy, and Suzanne Faith of the Bindu Institute. My journey has also led me to complete foundational trainings in Dance Alchemy for somatic and embodied dance with Brooke Yantzi, as well as sound healing with crystal alchemy bowls from Seattle Sound Temple.
Growing up under the legacy of my grandparents—who devoted their lives to cognitive rehabilitation therapy—I witnessed firsthand how healing the brain and nervous system can transform lives. Their work taught me that it’s possible to rewire our minds and improve our well-being from the inside out. I’m honored to continue their healing legacy by bringing my own magical blend of embodiment practices and soul medicine into the wild, where Mother Nature herself becomes our greatest teacher and healer.
As your retreat host, I invite you on a journey of exploration and transformation. I’ll be supported by Umlani’s dedicated and trusted staff, including experienced rangers who will safely guide us into the bush and a team that feels like family, taking care of our every need back at camp. Together, we will create a safe space for awakening, renewal, and profound connection to self and our natural world.
Xx
Anna
“Until man learns to respect and speak to the animal world, he can never know his true role on Earth."
—VANGELIS
Choose your own adventure
Can’t make these dates? Want to bring your own intimate group for a private retreat? Gather your people, choose your dates, and let us craft an unforgettable journey just for you.