Soul Safari | Luxury Wilderness Wellness Gathering

About Soul Safari

A slower rhythm in the Zululand bush.

Soul Safari is a considered three-day gathering held on ancient land within deep cultural roots. It brings together wellness, wilderness and quiet celebration in a setting designed for presence and connection.

Guided practices, safari moments, soulful music and thoughtful dining unfold gently across the weekend. The result is simple: room to breathe, reconnect and return home restored.

Guests gathered for a guided movement practice outdoors

Wildlife crossing the landscape at sunset in Zululand

Experience Pillars

Nature-led. Quietly transformative.

01

Wilderness

Guided game drives and unhurried time in a Big Five landscape.

02

Movement

Yoga and embodied practice to ground the body and open the senses.

03

Rest

Breathwork, meditation and sound journeys held with gentle care.

04

Table

Beautiful food and natural tablescapes inspired by the surrounding land.

05

Connection

Music, conversation and shared moments beneath open African skies.

Weekend Flow

Three days, gently curated.

Friday

Arrive & settle

Welcome ritual, sunset gathering, nourishing dinner and a soft opening into the weekend.

Saturday

Explore & connect

Movement, safari, sound, shared table experiences and music under the stars.

Sunday

Restore & return

Morning stillness, nature connection, closing practice and a grounded departure.

The Venue / Wilderness Setting

Bayala Safari Lodge

Set within the Zululand bush, Bayala offers a calm base for the gathering: comfortable thatch-roof rooms, open-air dining and access to an extraordinary Big Five wilderness.

Location: Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal
Landscape: Big Five wilderness
Stay: Lodge accommodation and shared retreat spaces

Facilitators

Guided with depth and care.

Christie Holt

Yoga & nature connection

Christie weaves movement and reverence for the land into warm, grounded practice.

Trisha Crookes

Meditation & sound

Trisha blends sound journeys, breath and stillness to invite balance and ease.

Robyn Rose

Breathwork & coaching

Robyn supports guests in feeling grounded, regulated and at home within themselves.

Despi Forbes

Sound therapy & mindfulness

Despi brings together sound, awareness and whole-person wellbeing.

Cindy Rynhoud

Sensory styling, Love Laugh

Cindy creates tactile tablescapes shaped by linen, earth, florals and seasonal abundance.

Partners

Aligned with purpose and place.

Soul Safari welcomes considered brand partners who value wellness, nature, design and meaningful guest experiences.

Partnership opportunities are intentionally limited and shaped to sit naturally within the weekend rather than compete with it.

Register partnership interest

Earth-toned table setting inspired by nature

FAQ

Good to know.

When is Soul Safari?

Soul Safari takes place from Friday 16 October to Sunday 18 October 2026.

Where will it be held?

The gathering will be hosted at Bayala Safari Lodge in Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal.

When can I book?

Ticket release is planned for June 2026. Register interest to receive first details.

Who is the gathering for?

It is created for guests drawn to nature, wellbeing, beautiful food, music and considered travel.

Can brands partner with Soul Safari?

Yes. A small number of aligned partnership opportunities will be considered.

Register Interest

Receive the first invitation.

Join the interest list for guest information, ticket release updates and considered partnership enquiries.