The Manifestation Retreat by Christina & Nicole: 31st July - 6th August 2022
Hosted at the luxury El Karama lodge in Kenya, you will experience a world class safari experience, along with daily immersions and wellbeing into yoga by Christina Caldwell and Nicole Valente.
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Christina Caldwell
Christina Caldwell, the founder of CCYoga, is a spirited workout enthusiast and yogi. A former dancer and current theatre director, Christina received her 200 hour certification in vinyasa flow in 2018 while she lived in Hawaii.
Whether she’s dangling in downward dog or configuring unexpected core sequences, Christina always encourages her students to explore outside of their comfort zones. She is a coach for yoga teacher training, leads yoga retreats and currently teaches private and group classes specializing in power yoga, yoga sculpt and restorative and meditation at her virtual yoga studio, CCYoga. When Christina is not practicing yoga or teaching, you can find her spreading positive vibes, connecting with humans, journaling, surfing, and traveling.
Insta: @christinacaldwellyoga
www.christinacaldwellyoga.com
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Nicole Valente
Nicole Valente has been a yoga practitioner, comprehensive Pilates instructor and personal trainer for over 10 years. She completed her 200 hour vinyasa yoga certification with Sattva Yoga Bali in a life changing course just before the pandemic. Her teacher training had primary focuses on the technique and alignment principles of Iyengar Yoga and Yogic Philosophy. Through her virtual training platform, she leads private clients, small groups and community classes in personalized guided meditations, pranayama, yoga asana practice, strength training and conditioning, and Pilates mat, reformer and apparatus. In the past few years Nicole found true love, soul elevation, and deeper life purpose and contentment through traveling to explore various areas of the world, eating every type of amazing cuisine possible, meeting new people, surfing all over the world, hanging out with all of the animal friends, and experiencing different cultures. Practicing in a yoga retreat abroad with Christina is what spurred this magical life shift.
Practicing and retreating with Nicole is about meeting your mind and your body where they are at the moment and beginning to take them on the journey to where they would like to be. With a large focus around education, Nicole wants you to come out of your retreat with new knowledge of how to communicate with your mind and body that you can apply in your life going forward, and maybe just ignite, or reignite, any dormant sense of adventure lying within the Self.
Insta: @nicolevalenteretreats
www.nicolevalente.com
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Becky Robertson
Becky is the founder of The Safari Retreat. Through her own travel and wellness journey, she has decided to combine the best that a Kenya safari has to offer with professional wellness and business leaders to create a life transforming experience. She is here to give you the tools, knowledge and confidence to travel with luxury, adventure, and safety, either on retreat or with your family and friends.
The connection to the land, people, wildlife in Kenya is hard to match. Now, it has become her mission to help more people, like you, enjoy Kenya and do a little soul searching. Let's raise the vibration on this planet. No-one leaves untransformed.
Your trip benefits and supports so many people on the ground, along with endangered wildlife species and habitat, that are all protected by your visit. Travel and experience some of the most beautiful, off-the-grid and wild locations on our planet Earth.
Insta: @thesafariretreat
www.thesafariretreat.com
A Safari To Connect, Uplevel, Elevate and Experience.
THE VENUE
El Karama is an intimate lodge found inside a 14,000-acre private conservancy, with a hands-on, down to earth safari.
As in all Laikipia camps, freedom and privacy are guaranteed; whether to walk, fly camp under the stars, game drive, track on foot with guides, fish, visit the working farm, pick your vegetables in the organic garden or engage with wildlife conservation activities on the ground and education in action with the rangers.
Eight airy cottages are dotted around the main mess pool area, made of stone, wood, thatch and canvas, all with en-suite bathrooms. The lodge creates a peaceful environment that connects you to the bush, combining all the important home comforts without losing the magic of this wild space.
Dining offers home-grown food, with fresh, hearty and creative meals and guests are welcome to visit the Bush Kitchen – an interactive barn style kitchen - where they can get involved in everything from harvesting fresh veggies from the ‘shamba’, collecting the eggs from the chickens, sharing recipes and kneading dough for the daily loaves!
Guests can wake up to the peaks of Mount Kenya and fall asleep to the sounds of the mighty Ewaso Nyiro river. The lodge offers sightings of several endemic and endangered species including the Grevy Zebra, Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Hippo and Aardwolf.
Sustainability is the passion at El Karama and a wildlife safari here is so much more than a holiday. This includes renewable green technologies and water harvesting.
Wonder at the tiny tracks of dik diks on a sandy path, marvel at the light across the plains after a rainstorm, delight in harvesting avocados for lunch directly from the tree and most important of all, to take a step back from the pace of modern life and breathe.
What is included on your retreat...
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Yoga & Wellness
Led by Christina Caldwell and Nicole Valente
Daily: Yoga classes
Daily: Workshop sessions
Tools: Journaling, visualization and mindset
Early morning: Meditation
Gift Bag
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Safari Activities
Hosted at El Karama Lodge
Game drive safaris (day and night)
Guided walking safari
Ranger/wildlife monitoring
Adventure fly camping (1 night)
Farm, boma & garden visits
Volleyball, fitness and jogging track
Swimming pool
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Travel & Accomodation
Organised by The Safari Retreat
Accommodation: 5 nights at El Karama including one night fly camping
Food: Breakfast, lunch & dinner each day (vegetarian and vegan available)
Beverages: Soft drinks, beers, spirits, non-premium wine
Transport: Direct transfers from Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
More details about your trip
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INCLUDED:
Meet & greet at JKIA, full board accommodation, soft drinks, beer, spirits, non-premium wine and laundry, shared day & night game drives, guided walks, 1 night adventure fly camping, farm & boma visits, wellness classes by your host, transport to and from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
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EXCLUDED:
International flights, Visas, COVID-19 tests or requirements, champagne, premium spirits, cellar wines, scenic bi-plane flights, tipping/gratitudes (suggested at $20 per day).
THE ITINERARY.
Vehicles will leave Nairobi International Airport at 7AM on the 1st August 2022 for El Karama Camp, Laikipia, around four hour drive. The final hour will be a safari through the beautiful Conservancy, so your safari will start here!
Once at camp, you will be shown to your rooms and enjoy lunch all together. The afternoon will include introductions, a swim in the pool and a gentle yoga session to stretch and relax after your travels. Afternoon tea will be served after which you will head out on your evening safari, finishing at a beautiful view point for a gratitude led meditation as the sunsets. Evening meals will be served at the lodge.
Days will consist early morning sadhana, morning and/or evening yoga and meditations sessions that consist of a variety of class offerings. Your yoga practice will include power yoga, vinyasa flow, restorative yoga, meditation, journaling, alignment, inversion, and community connector workshops.
Early morning and evenings are for safari excursions. The middle of the day will be for other trips or yoga sessions and/or relaxing in camp, swimming, activities etc.
The schedule will have a wide variety of offerings throughout the week and everything is fully optional.
We encourage you to do what feels best and show up ready to immerse yourself in energy healing, wellness, inspiration, connection and manifestation.
Vehicles will leave for Nairobi on the day of check out - 6th August 2022 - and you can spend your final day shopping and enjoying lunch in Nanyuki before you are dropped at Nairobi International Airport for your flight home.
A DAILY SCHEDULE
5 - 6 AM Sadhana & tea & snacks.
6 - 9 AM Safari adventures (safari game drive or walking).
9 - 10 AM Breakfast at the lodge or out on safari.
10-10:45 AM Vinyasa Flow workout.
11AM Tea break & snacks.
11-12:30 PM Yoga workshop/meditation.
1-4PM Lunch followed by free time (rest, swimming the pool, volleyball, read, massages).
Meditation/breath practise class/journaling/activity around camp available, visit to local community & conservation project.
4-4.30PM Afternoon tea & snacks.
5-7 PM Safari adventures (game drive or walking).
8-9 PM Dinner at the lodge.
9 PM - Cacao Ceremony and bed!
$4,995
Shared/Twin/Triple
We have spent over a year designing this retreat ready for you! It is a ‘one of a kind’ safari that cannot be replicated and every trip is unique, every wildlife sighting a lucky encounter and every class a life transforming experience. As the world starts to move again, we can ensure you have a smooth, safe and healthy trip to Kenya.
+ plus let us give you a booster shot of travel that so many of us are craving!
To secure you spot, a 20 per cent deposit is required and payment plans are available - please get in touch!
$5,995
Single
We have spent over a year designing this retreat ready for you! It is a ‘one of a kind’ safari that cannot be replicated and every trip is unique, every wildlife sighting a lucky encounter and every class a life transforming experience. As the world starts to move again, we can ensure you have a smooth, safe and healthy trip to Kenya.
+ plus let us give you a booster shot of travel that so many of us are craving!
To secure you spot, a 20 per cent deposit is required and payment plans are available - please get in touch!
Kenya Residents Full Package
DOUBLE 29,000 KSH per person per night sharing (including all food and drink, yoga and wellness classes as per the itinerary, CF) Self drive.
SINGLE 35,000 KSH per person per night (including all food and drink, yoga and wellness classes as per the itinerary, CF) Self drive.
FULL 5 NIGHT PACKAGE 116,000 KSH Shared / 140,000 KSH Single Per Person
“Christina brings so much joy and energy to each yoga class she teaches and training she leads. She is both motivating and knowledgeable, and truly cares about each student’s individual practice. I always leave class feeling more centered. She's wonderful!”
— Emily
“I am so grateful to be working with Nicole. Not only is she incredibly talented at helping me physically through Yoga and Pilates, but she is gifted in both guided meditation and emotional healing. I am so grateful to be on this journey with her!”
- Valerie
“I met Christina on my group retreat to Croatia. I instantly fell in like with her style of teaching and yoga approach just as much as her positive, inspiring personality. It truly spoke to me and she has played a big part in the development of my yoga journey!”
— Teddy
Cancellation Policy - really important small print about your trip…
General cancellation terms (non-COVID-19) for all booking guests:
More than 120 days prior to reservation, the deposit is returned net of bank charges.
Between 120 days and 46 days, 20% of the full value is forfeited.
Between 45 days and 31 days, 60% of the full value is forfeited.
Less than 30 days (and no shows) 100% forfeited less conservation fees.
We are completely understanding of the unsettling and complicated times we are in at this moment and of course are happy to look at situations on a case by case basis.
Rewild, rejuvinate & renew
FAQs
How do we confirm bookings? A deposit of 20% per person is required.
Can I organise trips/add ons for family and friends? Yes! Just get in touch.
Do I need a visa? Yes. A tourist visas cost USD$50 and can be bought online before departure.
What is the currency? The currency in Kenya is the shilling, which around 107 shillings to the USD. Credits cards are accepted at shops in Nairobi, Visa and MasterCard work best. Small denominations of US dollars can be used in local markets, so it is advised that you carry an adequate amount of $1, $5 and $10. Serial numbers must be post-2006.
What should I pack? A full packing list and departure information pack is sent before leaving. Don't worry we've got you! We prepare guests for chilly mornings and evenings and hot pleasant daytime temperatures. A packing list is sent nearer to your time of travel which provides additional practical information.
What health/shots do I need? We recommend that you consult your local physician or clinic for up-to-date information. We advise that you bring anti-malarial pills although the best prevention is common sense and precaution. Your tents are equipped with mosquito lining. We recommend wearing long pants and shirts in the evening. Bug spray is recommended. Be sure to bring any medication with you that you may require. All camps carry a basic first aid kit. Nairobi is equipped with two world-class hospitals.
What insurance do I need? We automatically enrol you for AMREF for emergency advice and evacuation from the bush to Nairobi. In order for us to join you to our scheme we need your medical insurance company name and policy number. Travel insurance is highly recommended to protect you and your property in the event of an emergency, lost luggage or delays on your international flights. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
Is there a cancellation policy? Please see above and the T&C’s for the specific details.
Any other questions: becky@thesafariretreat.com