KENYA - SAFARI - LAMU YOGA RETREAT
FEBRUARY 10th-24th, 2026
During this retreat, you will be guided to connect with yourself through mindful movement, the healing embrace of nature, creative expression, love and nourishing foods that feed both body and soul. It is a sanctuary where simplicity becomes a true luxury, a space to slow down, breath deeply and gently return home, to yourself.
Join us on this unique retreat to breath together and to rediscover the beauty of simply being.
ITINERARY
DAY 1 - NAIROBI
-Arrival in Nairobi
-Transfer to a hotel
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Garden and Cottages
DAY 2 - MAASAI MARA
Today, enjoy the scenic route of the Great Rift Valley where you will be met with beautiful scenery and views.
-Breakfast and transfer to Maasai Mara
-Maasai Mara, check-in, rest and have lunch at the lodge.
-Afternoon sunset Safari
Accommodation: Maasai Mara
DAY 3 - MAASAI MARA
The day will be spent viewing the serenity of the beautiful Maasai Mara and its wildlife, more so the wildebeest. Maasai Game Reserve is renowned for having diversity of animals consisting the Big 5 (Lion, elephant, rhino, cheetah, leopard).
-Morning game drive with picnic in the wild
-Afternoon visit to Maasai Village
Accommodation@ Maasai Mara
DAY 4 - HELLS GATE NATIONAL PARK/ NAIVASHA
Hells Gate NP is a scenic park with cliffs, gorges and stack rocks. Trek in Hell’s Gate gorges as you enjoy the scenery of the Devil’s Kitchen and Bedroom among other places in the gorge
-After breakfast transfer to Hells Gate National Park/ Naivasha
-Boat ride to Crescent Island. See hippos en-route, trek the island with animals
and various bird species
-Dinner at accommodation
Accommodation TBD
DAY 5 - AMBOSELI
Amboseli National Park is renowned for its diversity of animals such as lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes among others with spectacular view off Kilimanjaro Mountain.
-After breakfast transfer to Amboseli National Park
-Check in, refresh, enjoy your free time
-Evening sunset Safari.
-Dinner at accommodation
Accommodation TBD
DAY 6 - NAIROBI
-Return to Nairobi with beautiful memories of wildlife.
-Dinner at accommodation
Accommodation@ Karen Blixen Garden and Cottages
[PUMUA]
Pumua means “to breathe” in Swahili, the main language of Lamu It is used in the Swahili community to refer to breath, take a breath, exhale, rest…
It is more than a physical action, it is a call to create space to breathe consciously and to connect with the deep calm living within you.
The Pumua Retreat invites you on a transformative journey where you’ll attune to nature’s purest rhythms and rediscover the stillness within. Set on the enchanting island of Lamu, this retreat blends the tranquility of oceanfront yoga with the thrill of an unforgettable safari adventure, a perfect harmony of inner and outer exploration.
Lamu…where time stands still and the soul breathes…
Lamu is a magical corner of Africa.
A peaceful island steeped in history, where traditions are alive and culture flows through every street. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lamu is embraced by mangroves, where we will sail aboard the timeless wooden dhows. On the island, the only rule is “pole pole”— slowly, gently, calmly. Life follows with the rhythm of the tides and the unhurried steps of donkeys. We will wander along stone-paved alleys, witness how donkeys still carry the heartbeat of daily life, and be welcomed by a community eager to share the beauty of their way of living.
Day 7- LAMU - PUMUA RETREAT
Breakfast
Morning flight to Lamu
Pick up at Manda airport
Check-in at our sanctuary in Lamu
Lunch
Welcome circle & gift from love
Yoga session - moving with awareness
Meditation
Dinner
Accommodation: The Kasbah House
Day 8
Yoga flow and journaling
Breakfast
Lamu Town Tour
Lunch at Subira House
Chakra workshop and chakra balancing
Yoga flow
Chakra meditation
Dinner
Day 9
Yoga session and Pranayama
Breakfast
Free time
Sound healing session in Manda Island
Sunset and moonrise
Bonfire and fire ceremony
Dinner
Night dhow meditation
Day 10
Yoga session and Pranayama
Breakfast
Trip to Matondoni village
Weaving workshop with Matondoni Women’s Association
Local lunch
Free time
Dinner
Journaling and meditation
Day 11
Yoga session
Breakfast
Dhow Trip to Mandatoto Island (snorkeling, swimming, paradisiac beaches, lunch)
Swahili cooking class and dinner in Shela Women’s Association
Yoga Niddra
Beggining of the silence day
Day 12
Yoga session and Pranayama
Breakfast
Visit to Takwa Ruins and Coral Quarry
Create your “Japa Mala” Workshop
Art Workshop
Japa Mala Meditation
Dinner
Day 13
Yoga session and Pranayama
Breakfast
Introspection session
Sunset dhow sailing
Love shower ritual
Closing ceremony
Farewell dinner
Day 14
Yoga session and Pranayama
Breakfast
Flight to Nairobi
INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE
*Plan an evening departure for your international flight
INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
Airport transfers according to itinerary
Domestic flights
Accommodations on a double sharing bases. For single basis, there will be a supplementary charge based on specific hotel and availability
Meal plan while at accommodations, as per itinerary
Private vehicle, transportation, fuel
English-speaking guide/driver (during village visits accompanied by a local English-speaking guide)
Entrance fees to parks and activities according to the itinerary
All activities in Lamu
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
International flights
Visa for Kenya
Personal medical cover
Alcoholic beverages
Drinks and personal effects
Anything not mentioned
Practical information
Best time to travel to Kenya
June to October and January to February are the driest months with the least rainfall, more practical for safaris or camping. The average maximum temperatures are between 20 and 28 degrees celsius and the minimum temperatures between 15 and 18 degrees celsius in much of the country. The rainy season can be estimated from mid-September to November and from March to May, although the patterns vary according to the region.
Health – Vaccines
It is mandatory to have an official yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Kenya, and it is also advisable (but not mandatory) to vaccinate against typhoid fever.
You must also bring pills against malaria.
Visas
A visa is required to enter the country and can only be obtained online (www.evisa.go.ke). East Africa visa or single entry Kenya Visa. A valid passport with at least six months' validity from the date of entry into the country is required.
Currency
The currency is the Kenyan shilling (KES). As a guide, 1 USD is usually equivalent to about 130.15 KES. 10,000 KES is about $76.85. It is preferable to exchange euros or dollars upon arrival at the airport or exchange offices. In larger cities, there are ATMs and, in most main accommodations, it is possible to pay by credit card.
Language
There are two official languages in Kenya: English and Swahili (Kiswahili). Many different languages are spoken across the country as each population has its own dialect. The most common are Kikuyu, Dholuo and Kamba. Sheng, a Swahili-based slang mixed with English is widely spoken in Nairobi.
Electricity
To plug in any device, we will need a three-pin adapter, like in the United Kingdom. The voltage is 220V – 240V. The adapter should have several outputs if we plan to charge more than one device at a time. They are easily obtainable online.
REQUIREMENTS:
VALID PASSPORT
Visa for Kenya
Your medication, in case of any medical condition
Personal effects
*Deposit of 25% required upon reservation (to secure your spot) *Remaining balance of 50% is due 90 days prior the trip Payment Details: To be sent upon confirmation
CONTACT:
Tel. +1 917 250 8811
Email: marzenakosicka@icloud.com
Website: www.beyondbordersphotoadventures.com
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