12 Day Safari & Yoga
September 9-20, 2025
On this journey experience the beauty of animals in their natural surroundings, walk in stunning landscapes, and connect with local communities. Later in Zanzibar, intensify your yoga practice for self-discovery. Led by experienced yoga teacher Lara, this journey merges yoga with Tanzania's wonders, fostering self-reflection and personal growth.
Highlights
Vinyasa yoga twice a day in Zanzibar
Incredible landscapes and wildlife
Traditional Tanzanian culture
Nature walks
Beautiful accommodation
Beautiful villa right on Jambiani beach; swimming pool on site
Complementary traditional dhow boat sunset sail
Arrival and Transfer to Hillside Retreat
Day 1 - 2
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to Hillside Retreat.
Hillside Retreat is a wonderful and energetic place in the middle of nature – with a lot of personal attention.
There are local Maasai guides from the surrounding community who will take you on nature walks. The cooks here provide delicious meals, made from fresh local produce and herbs.
Mealplan: BLD (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Transit time: Approx. 1.5 hrs
Lodge Option: Africa Amini Hillside Retreat
Tarangire National Park
Day 2
After breakfast we drive towards Tarangire National Park for a full day game drive.
This park is stunning and has a wide range of animal life including endless herds of elephants. Adding to its beauty is the Tarangire river winding through and landscape dotted with Baobab trees.
You will overnight within the park for an immersive, yet exceedingly comfortable wilderness experience. Sunsets here are incredible and illuminate the landscape, revealing even more of its beautiful features.
Mealplan: BLD
Transit time: Approx. 2 hrs
Lodge Option: Whisper Tarangire Camp
Rhotia, Karatu
Day 3
Begin your day with a mindful morning pranayama, yoga, and meditation session, offering a profound connection with the Tanzanian landscape before setting out on a morning game drive.
After our game drive, we make our way towards Kifaru Coffee Estate, a place in complete harmony with its surroundings.
Along the way, we will visit a traditional Maasai village we have a long-standing relationship with.
Mealplan: BLD
Transit time: Approx. 2 hrs
Lodge Option: Kifaru Coffee Estate
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 4
After an early breakfast, we make our way towards the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day game drive.
This extraordinary “bowl of nature” harbors almost every species of African plains mammal, including the endangered black rhino. The views along the way, including onto the crater floor, are spectacular.
In the late afternoon after our crater experience, we’ll head back to Kifaru Coffee Estate to relax with views overlooking farms and forests as well as a swimming pool with panoramic views. As part of your experience, you'll have the opportunity to have a tour of the coffee plantation.
Mealplan: BLD
Transit time: Approx. 1.5 hrs
Lodge Option: Kifaru Coffee Estate
Zanzibar Island
Day 5-12
After a relaxed morning, we transfer to Arusha Airport for your direct flight to Zanzibar. You will have five days to bask in the tranquillity of this island paradise, nestled near the picturesque fishing village of Jambiani. Our days here harmoniously blend relaxation and activity, with two daily yoga sessions, each designed to foster a profound sense of inner and outer exploration.
Activities on offer range from traditional dhow sailing trips, snorkelling, kite surfing, dolphin watching, spice tours, and village walks. We work with both Eco & Culture Tours as well as Marine Cultures, organizations that guides us toward eco-sustainable activities.
Mealplan: HB (Breakfast & Dinner Included)
Transit time: Approx. 1.5 hrs
Lodge Option: Villa Bahati
Departure
Day 11
Enjoy your last day on Zanzibar. We will arrange the airport transfer for your return flight back home.
Meet the Instructor: Lara Menevidis
Lara’s training began in 2015 with a 300-hour Ashtanga-based Yoga Teacher Training at the Private Yoga Institute & Jyoti Design. Further in-depth training followed, including an 80-hour Pranayama Teacher Training with Ronald Steiner (2017), a 100-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Joe Barnett (2017), and a 150-hour Thai Yoga Massage training with Tobias Frank (2019).
These diverse influences and styles flow into Lara’s work today and enrich her teaching – with the goal of teaching yoga in a holistic, vibrant, and practical way.
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Yes, we provide airport transfers for both arrivals at any time and scheduled departures in Zanzibar.
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During safari the maximum number of people will be 7. While in Zanzibar, there can be up to 10 people as some join for only the yoga in Zanzibar portion.
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Our retreats cater specifically to solo adventurers, fostering a welcoming environment where you can truly be yourself and connect with others how you wish.
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Tanzania is warm throughout the year. During safari, early mornings and late evenings can become quite cool due to the higher elevations. In Zanzibar, it is mostly sunny and humid with average daytime temperatures of 31C while evenings get nice breezes.
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This retreat is fully inclusive, catering to all levels of experience. Whether you're a lifelong yogi or new to the practice, there will be offerings tailored to everyone.
Begin Your Adventure
PLEASE NOTE: Our yoga safaris are intimate experiences with a limit of 7 people. These unique adventures tend to fill up quickly, so we recommend booking your spot soon to avoid missing out.