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Matobo Silence: A Sacred Yoga and Wilderness Pilgrimage
Retreats & upcoming dates
Sacred Hills Adventure Safaris
A curated 7-day retreat at $3000 per participant all inclusive of everything from transfers to game drives, accommodation but excl. alcohol
- 3 Jan - 9 Jan 2027
Highlights
Discover deep renewal through yoga and wilderness tracking amid the sacred granite formations and ancient San rock art of Zimbabwe’s storied Matobo Hills.
The Matobo Hills hold a stillness that feels as old as the earth itself. Here, among the towering granite dwalas and sun-warmed valleys of Zimbabwe, the silence is not merely an absence of noise, but a profound presence that invites you to breathe deeper. This pilgrimage is designed for those who feel the call to unplug from the modern rush and reconnect with a more natural rhythm, using the raw beauty of the wilderness as a mirror for inner…
Activities
What's included
- 6 nights accommodation, guided tours, game viewing
Not included
- Flights in and out of Zimbabwe,donations to cultural activities, if undertaken
Who this retreat is for
We are inviting Tour Leaders & Curators to bring their guests, solo travelers, women's groups, and professional teams seeking a profound reset within a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a sanctuary for anyone ready to leave a fast-paced life behind to reconnect with nature and themselves in the stillness of the Matobo Hills.
Accommodation
Matobo
Shashani Lodge accommodation offers 4 double rooms with mosquito nets, comfortable seating, a shower, and a private balcony, 6 twin chalets with two single beds and a spacious seating area, mosquito nets, and a shower, all situated to take in the expansive views of the granite hills and sunsets over the Matobo Hills
Pricing & rooms
- Private roomTwin or double bed, thatched roof, en suite bathroom, close to dining & entertainment area, over-looking spectacular wild bush views$3,000
- Shared roomDates vary
Prices are per person and vary by date.
Amenities
Wellness
Nearby & on site
Property
Food & drink
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
Optional tailored diets for diabetics etc
Sample menu
Local cuisine. Special requests will be considered.
A day in the retreat
- Morning yoga session, breakfast, game drive, lunch, traditional village visit, evening yoga, dinner
Tours through natural wonders of balancing rocks, game viewing, hiking over granite rocks
Getting there
- Closest airport: Bulawayo – Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport
- Airport transfers available
The tour guide will ensure the safe arrival of guests at the Shashani Lodge premises.
Around the area
- Sacred Hills is a curator of exceptional Matobo experiences. A UNESCO Site
Balance & cancellation
The balance is paid directly to the host, who arranges payment with you.
- Balance due
- By Dec 4, 202630 days before your retreat starts
- Payment option
- Bank transfer
- Paid directly to the host
Hosted by
Founding memberGuests may expect deep rest in private thatched chalets. Nourishing local meals. The soft rhythm of African wilderness. Sunrise stillness on ancient rock. Peaceful evenings under African skies. And the kind of calm that lets you all reconnect with yourselves. No hurry. No distractions. Only a place to breathe. Attention to the needs of every participant from airport collection to airport departure.