Botswana Retreat
Return to the Wild With Kate Kendall
Botswana Retreat with Kate Kendall
Return to the Wild | August 22–29, 2026
When was the last time you felt truly wild (in the best possible way)?
This August, we’re heading to Munga Plains in Botswana with Kate Kendall for a sacred journey into the wild. It’s a place where golden savannahs, soulful rituals, and immersive safari experiences invite you to reconnect with your truest self.
Set in the heart of the dry season, when the skies stretch wide and wildlife gathers at the water, this intimate retreat invites you to breathe deeply, move intentionally, and remember who you are beneath the noise.
You’ll spend your days in rhythm with the land: yoga and breathwork under vast skies, sunset game drives through Chobe National Park, and nights around the fire with thoughtful humans and space to just be.
This isn’t just a retreat. It’s a return.
A return to simplicity, presence, and the part of you that remembers how to breathe.
Join us for a week of deep rest, wild beauty, and connection that lingers long after you leave.
Within each of us lies a place that is untouched, sacred, and wild.
This retreat is your invitation to return to it.
Expect to experience:
Wake each morning with a sense of calm as Kate Kendall leads you through breathwork, movement, and yoga in a secluded open-air shala surrounded by nature, where the quiet of the bush invites you into deep presence and connection.
Explore the raw beauty of Botswana through immersive safari experiences across Chobe National Park, where elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, and countless other species move freely through the landscape, creating unforgettable moments in the wild.
Spend unhurried hours resting, writing, swimming, or simply listening to the rhythms of nature from the comfort of your veranda or beside the pool, allowing your nervous system the spaciousness it rarely receives.
Connect more deeply to place through community-led workshops, village visits, traditional storytelling, and firelit evenings featuring Basubiya dance and drumming.
Food That Feeds You
Nourish your body with meals thoughtfully prepared by Chef Ednah Rosen, author of A Taste of Botswana, featuring ingredients sourced from Munga Plains’ own gardens and highlighting a blend of wholesome global dishes and traditional Botswanan flavours.
Dining at Munga Plains is an integral part of the retreat experience, offering a fusion of local flavors.
Gather with like-minded humans in the heart of the savannah, sharing stories and silence alike, held by the landscape and the simplicity of being truly present.
Munga Plains is committed to sustainability and local sourcing in dining offerings. The farm-to-table concept involves cultivating their own garden and orchard to grow herbs, vegetables, and fruits, which are used in the dishes. This not only ensures the freshest ingredients but also supports our goal of becoming as self-sustainable as possible.
Example Daily Routine:
7:00 Yoga, Breathwork, Meditation
8:00 Breakfast
9:30 Daily Workshop or Ceremony
11:30 Free Time - Swim, Journal, Rest
13:00 Lunch
15:00 Safari Drive, Walking Safari, Village Tour, Cultural Workshop
19:00 Dinner under the Stars
20:30 Evening gathering by the fireplace, storytelling, or traditional dance
All activities are optional, so feel free to do as much or as little as you like. There is plenty of space for rest, reflection, and quiet immersion in nature.
Location:
Munga Plains is a private retreat sanctuary located just outside Chobe National Park in Northern Botswana, one of Africa’s most abundant and breathtaking wildlife regions.
The camp is surrounded by golden savannah, wide skies, and the peaceful rhythm of the African bush. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel a sense of deep quiet and spaciousness that invites you to slow down and settle in.
The retreat centre is thoughtfully designed using natural materials like wood, canvas, and thatching grass. Its solar-powered systems, elevated decks, and locally crafted furnishings create a space that feels both grounded and inspiring, honouring the surrounding environment and community.
Whether you’re watching elephants pass along the riverbanks, practising yoga in the open-air shala, or resting in a hammock under a starlit sky, every part of Munga Plains is created to help you reconnect with what matters most.
This is a place to unplug completely, return to the present moment, and be gently held by nature.
This is for you if…
You feel the need to pause, reset, and breathe in a setting where nature holds you gently and nothing is expected of you.
You’re craving space to reflect, reconnect, and let go of the constant noise, surrounded by people who value quiet moments as much as meaningful ones.
You’re drawn to the wild, to wide skies and open land, and to experiences that ground you in something deeper than your to-do list.
You’re curious about other ways of being and want to immerse yourself in a culture that honours tradition, connection, and community.
You want to move your body, soften your breath, and feel into your practice in a place built specifically for presence and healing.
You’re longing for shared meals, slow conversations, firelit nights, and a rhythm that lets you listen to your own needs.
You value sustainability, local wisdom, and experiences that support not just yourself, but also the land and people who welcome you.
You know that nourishment isn’t just what’s on the plate. It’s how you move, rest, connect, and return home to yourself.
Your Home in the Wild – Munga Plains
Not just a safari lodge, a private, purpose-built retreat sanctuary near Chobe National Park. Expect barefoot luxury and deep soul comfort, where canvas meets the call of the wild.
A private yoga shala, tucked into nature
Elevated main lodge with dining space, lounge deck, bar, and boma fireplace
Glamping tents with ensuite bathrooms, fans, mosquito nets & verandas
A swimming pool overlooking the savannah
Sustainably built, solar-powered, and rooted in local traditions
What awaits you:
What to expect
This week-long retreat invites you into the wild beauty of Botswana for a transformative experience that blends movement, stillness, culture, and deep rest.
Each day includes breathwork, yoga, and mindful rituals led by Kate Kendall, designed to help you reset your nervous system and reconnect with the part of yourself that often gets left behind in everyday life.
You’ll stay in comfortable, solar-powered glamping tents with ensuite bathrooms and verandas that open onto the savannah, offering uninterrupted time to pause, rest, and just be.
Meals are crafted by Ednah Rosen, author of A Taste of Botswana, and feature fresh produce from Munga Plains' gardens. Every dish is prepared with care and follows the farm-to-table concept, using ingredients from their own garden and orchard.
In between practices and meals, you’ll take part in cultural experiences, immersive safaris, and slow afternoons by the pool or fireplace. And when you need time to yourself, that space is always honoured.
What's included…
1 night at Victoria Falls including the visit of the Falls, transfers and meals
6 nights of retreat accommodation at Munga Plains
Private or twin-share glamping tents with ensuite bathrooms and verandas
Daily yoga, movement, and breathwork practices with Kate Kendall
All meals, snacks, and drinks (excluding alcohol and soda) prepared by our local chef using ingredients grown onsite
Cruise on the Chobe River and get up close to animals quenching their thirst by the river
Immersive safari experiences in Chobe National Park to encounter diverse wildlife, from lions to giraffes
Workshops with local artisans: Learn crafting techniques passed down through generations.
Traditional dances: Join communal singing and dancing around the firepit.
Guided village tours: Get to know the local tribes, including their customs and traditions.
Walking safari: Explore the plains and learn about local fauna and flora.
Ceremonies and rituals inspired by ancient and shamanic traditions
Access to a fully equipped yoga shala, sound bowls, and aerial hammocks
Swimming pool, lounge deck, elevated dining area, and shared fireside gathering spaces
Transportation from Victoria Falls Airport to Munga Plains and back
Time to journal, reflect, and recharge in nature
Connection with like-minded humans around the fire, under the stars
What’s not included…
International flights to and from Victoria Falls Airport
Travel insurance
Visa fees for Zimbabwe or Botswana (if applicable)
Alcoholic beverages and soda
Optional post-retreat safari extensions into Savuti, the Okavango Delta, or Namibia
Shared room rate $6,995 / Private room rate $8,995
Rooms are limited. Please get in touch.
Glamping Accommodation
Our camp features standard and double rooms, and each tent is set on wooden decking and furnished with artisanal African elements, including:
Two single beds that can be separated or joined
A luggage rack and wardrobe
A veranda to enjoy the views
A fan and mosquito net
An ensuite bathroom with a shower
Built by Local Artisans
Every structure at Munga Plains was crafted by local artisans using locally sourced materials, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings and supporting the local economy. The rustic charm of the camp allows guests to feel truly immersed in nature, hearing the calls of hyenas and other wildlife at night.
Victoria Falls:
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya or "The Smoke That Thunders," is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Straddling the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, it is the largest waterfall in the world based on combined width and height, creating a stunning and awe-inspiring spectacle.
Victoria Falls holds significant cultural importance for the local communities. It has been a place of reverence and spiritual importance for centuries. The falls are steeped in legend and lore, with local tribes having numerous stories about the origins and powers of the falls.
Activities at Victoria Falls
Electric bike tours: Ride around Victoria Falls town on electric bikes, allowing you to cover more ground and see the sights at your own pace.
Local rainforest walks: Discover the unique rainforest ecosystem created by the falls’ constant spray, home to a variety of plant and animal species.
An opportunity to practise yoga in the serene setting of the Zambezi River with the sound of the falls in the background, creating a truly magical experience.