Safari detox Gourmande® La Pensée Sauvage

South Africa | 20 – 28 april 2025 

Itinerary

A 3-step retreat:

  • Northern Kruger & Pafuri (April 20 – 23)
  • Balule Private Reserve (April 23 – 26)
  • Hoedspruit & surroundings (April 26 – 28)

A mythical destination, as much for its grandiose landscapes and animals as for its culture, history and gastronomy, the “rainbow nation” welcomes you warmly during these 9 days of detox and well-being in the African wilderness.

Your journey will take you to the Limpopo region, lungs of the country, where the vast majority of fruits and vegetables are grown.

Limpopo is also the region of the wilderness and safaris, in particular the small town of Hoedspruit, a little safari hub where rangers, lodge managers and tourists meet!

Dates

20 – 28 April 2025

9 days / 8 nights

Key information

Discover the natural wonders of the region

Immerse yourself in adventure with our 5-star safaris, where our expert guides will accompany you for an unforgettable experience. Visit a Conservation project. Be in awe at the majesty of the Blyde River Canyon, the third largest canyon in the world…

Immerse yourself in a wildlife paradise where every sunrise reveals new treasures to be discovered in the heart of the private game reserves. Lions, elephants, robust rhinos, buffaloes and elusive leopards will amaze you with their majestic presence, offering unforgettable encounters with African wildlife. But there’s more to South Africa than these iconic savannah giants. You’ll also have the chance to observe a myriad of other fascinating species.

Retreat limited to 12 participants

La Pensée Sauvage with you

Discover a unique gastronomic experience in the company of Chef Boris for gourmet meals to be enjoyed in a 100% wilderness setting, using organic and local produce. During your stay, Romain, naturopath, will be at your side to guide you along the path to well-being.

To fully unwind, enjoy relaxing massages, yoga classes, as well as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) or TRE® sessions (Tension Release Exercise).

Natacha, your passionate host, will help you discover the treasures of the region she has loved and shared for two decades.

Where the wild predators roar, our spirits rediscover their original instinct.

A varied and preserved Nature

Discover the Makuleke Contract Park, an area that is vital to local communities. This area is a true crossroads of a multitude of habitats, making it a destination of exceptional beauty and biodiversity.

The Makuleke concession stands out as the most diverse in the entire Kruger, home to almost three-quarters of the park’s bird, mammal, fish, amphibian, reptile and tree species. The Northern Kruger has also long been popular with birdwatchers.

The walking safari camps booked for your Detox Retreat offer a unique bush experience off the beaten track. You will have the opportunity to explore iconic sites such as Lanner Gorge, Crooks Corner, Fever Tree Forest and the Ramsar Wetland.

Reconnect to Earth, Time and Yourself.

La Pensée Sauvage's cuisine - the brilliance of natural flavours

A culinary experience on safari, specially designed for adventurers and nature lovers, where plant-based cuisine merges with the authenticity of wild landscapes.

Three gourmet meals featuring vegetables, fresh fruit, cereals and pulses.

Détox Gourmande®

An expedition companion and a flavour’s aficionado, Chef Boris will be your culinary master craftsman for your gourmet breaks on safari. He’ll be in charge of preparing delicious and nutritious snacks and lighting campfires for unforgettable barbecues.

With gluten-free bread, healthy pastries and fresh ingredients rich in protein and vitamins, your meals will be ready to support you on all your adventures.

All La Pensée Sauvage ingredients are organically grown and naturally gluten-free. LPS does not use products of animal origin, with the exception of honey.

Accommodations - tented camp & lodges

During your stay, you’ll find minimalist accommodation combined with exceptional lodges, all guided by a single imperative: the wilderness.

This minimalist comfort is the prerequisite to access places of exceptional wild and unspoilt beauty, and for a unique and unforgettable experience.

Pafuri tented camp

Accommodation: Pafuri tented camp

Three nights in comfortable en-suite tents under the stars, surrounded by wildlife, for a walking safari experience you’ll never forget!

Accommodation : Sashwa River of Stars

You will spend three nights at Sashwa River Lodge, a holistic property dedicated entirely to well-being. Sashwa’s philosophy is aligned with that of Nature Connexion and La Pensée Sauvage.

Accommodation : Khaya Ndlovu Manor

Situated 10 minutes from Hoedspruit town centre, this ‘institution’ is renowned for its stunning sunsets.

The last two nights of your stay are spent at Khaya Ndlovu. This charming 10-bedroom property is situated in the heart of the Khaya Ndlovu Game Reserve and is home to the Big Five: elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino.

Level of fitness

During the first four days of your stay, instead of concentrating strictly on distance, we’ll offer you an approach that emphasises the time spent exploring the surrounding nature and getting close to the animals.

We will devote 3 to 4 hours to each walk. This is an invitation to immerse yourself fully; you could, for example, cover just one kilometre in three hours.

During these breaks, your experienced guide will share valuable insights into the local flora and fauna, interpreting the mysteries of the bush and allowing you to connect more deeply with your surroundings.

WHAT AWAITS....

Discover the natural wonders of the Limpopo region

Immerse yourself in adventure with our 5-star safaris, where our expert guides will accompany you for an unforgettable experience. Visit a Conservation project. Be in awe at the majesty of the Blyde River Canyon, the third largest canyon in the world…

Immerse yourself in a wildlife paradise where every sunrise reveals new treasures to be discovered in the heart of the private game reserves. Lions, elephants, robust rhinos, buffaloes and elusive leopards will amaze you with their majestic presence, offering unforgettable encounters with African wildlife. But there’s more to South Africa than these iconic savannah giants. You’ll also have the chance to observe a myriad of other fascinating species.

Retreat limited to 12 participants

Where the wild predators roar, our spirits rediscover their original instinct.

La Pensée Sauvage with you

Discover a unique gastronomic experience in the company of Chef Boris for gourmet meals to be enjoyed in a 100% wilderness setting, using organic and local produce. During your stay, Romain, naturopath, will be at your side to guide you along the path to well-being.

To fully unwind, enjoy relaxing massages, yoga classes, as well as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) or TRE® sessions (Tension Release Exercise).

Natacha, your passionate host, will help you discover the treasures of the region she has loved and shared for two decades.

Reconnect to Earth, Time, and Yourself.

A varied & preserved Nature

Discover the Makuleke Contract Park, an area that is vital to local communities. This area is a true crossroads of a multitude of habitats, making it a destination of exceptional beauty and biodiversity.

The Makuleke concession stands out as the most diverse in the entire Kruger, home to almost three-quarters of the park’s bird, mammal, fish, amphibian, reptile and tree species. The Northern Kruger has also long been popular with birdwatchers.

The walking safari camps booked for your Detox Retreat offer a unique bush experience off the beaten track. You will have the opportunity to explore iconic sites such as Lanner Gorge, Crooks Corner, Fever Tree Forest and the Ramsar Wetland.

La Pensée Sauvage's cuisine - the brilliance of natural flavours

A culinary experience on safari, specially designed for adventurers and nature lovers, where plant-based cuisine merges with the authenticity of wild landscapes.

Three gourmet meals featuring vegetables, fresh fruit, cereals and pulses.

Détox Gourmande®

An expedition companion and a flavour’s aficionado, Chef Boris will be your culinary master craftsman for your gourmet breaks on safari. He’ll be in charge of preparing delicious and nutritious snacks and lighting campfires for unforgettable barbecues.

With gluten-free bread, healthy pastries and fresh ingredients rich in protein and vitamins, your meals will be ready to support you on all your adventures.

All La Pensée Sauvage ingredients are organically grown and naturally gluten-free. LPS does not use products of animal origin, with the exception of honey.

Your accommodations - camp under canvas & lodges

During your stay, you’ll find minimalist accommodation combined with exceptional lodges, all guided by a single imperative: the wilderness.

This minimalist comfort is the prerequisite to access places of exceptional wild and unspoilt beauty, and for a unique and unforgettable experience.

Pafuri Camp

Accommodation:
Pafuri Camp

Three nights in comfortable en-suite tents under the stars, surrounded by wildlife, for a safari experience you’ll never forget!

Accommmodation: Sashwa River of Stars

You will spend three nights at Sashwa River Lodge, a holistic property dedicated entirely to well-being. Sashwa’s philosophy is aligned with that of Nature Connexion and La Pensée Sauvage.

Accommodation : Khaya Ndlovu Manor

Located 10 minutes from Hoedspruit town centre, this ‘institution’ is renowned for its stunning sunsets.

The last two nights of your stay are spent at Khaya Ndlovu. This charming 10-bedroom property is situated in the heart of the Khaya Ndlovu Game Reserve and is home to the big 5 – elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino.

Fitness level

During the first four days of your stay, instead of concentrating strictly on distance, we’ll offer you an approach that emphasises the time spent exploring the surrounding nature and getting close to the animals.

We will devote 3 to 4 hours to each walk. This is an invitation to immerse yourself fully; you could, for example, cover just one kilometre in three hours.

During these breaks, your experienced guide will share valuable insights into the local flora and fauna, interpreting the mysteries of the bush and allowing you to connect more deeply with your surroundings.

ITINERARY

This holiday, the fruit of collaboration between La Pensée Sauvage and Nature Connexion, has been designed with your enjoyment in mind. We have taken care to give this experience a soul, so that you can fully savour your African experience.

Day by day, savour each moment

Pafuri Camp, 20 - 23 April / North Kruger

Pafuri Camp

Walking safaris, North Kruger - 3 nights

The 350 km-long Kruger National Park offers enormous diversity, and Pafuri Camp in the far north-east is a perfect illustration of this. Pafuri is an incomparable region for walking safaris.

20 - 23 avril - Nord Kruger & Pafuri
Once you have landed in Johannesburg, you will fly by private charter to the northern Kruger, in the beautiful Pafuri region.

Three nights in comfortable en-suite tents under the stars, surrounded by wildlife, for an unforgettable safari experience. The camps have a small ecological footprint and are solar-powered. There’s no internet connection or network here, just a deep reconnection with the nature that surrounds you, and as a bonus: a digital detox!

Get ready for four emotionally beautiful days, escorted by highly qualified safari guides, exploring this unusual region on foot and in 4×4 vehicles.

You’ll be staying right in the middle of the savannah, in double or single occupancy, and you’ll love admiring the Milky Way from your open-air shower. Thrills guaranteed.

Explore the richness of these immense expanses in 4×4 vehicles and on foot, and marvel at the multitude of wild animals whose paths you cross at close quarters. The walks take place in small groups and early in the morning, when the animals are most active. Our naturopath will accompany you on your bush walks to ensure your comfort and well-being.

Afternoons will be devoted to exploring the Makuleke Game Reserve on open 4×4 safaris.

A massage will be offered to you during your stay at Pafuri and a masseuse will be at your disposal the rest of the time.

Sashwa River of Stars

23 - 26 avril - réserve privée de Balule

Vous vous envolerez le 4ème jour en charter privé vers la réserve privée de Balule, qui jouxte le parc national Kruger.

Vous passerez trois nuits à Sashwa River Lodge, propriété holistique, entièrement dédiée au bien-être. Cette propriété embrasse pleinement la philosophie de La Pensée Sauvage, offrant un sanctuaire où le corps, l’esprit et l’âme peuvent se régénérer en harmonie avec la nature.

Les propriétaires de Sashwa ont pensé à chaque détail pour créer un environnement propice à la détente et à la revitalisation. De l’eau filtrée aux produits organiques pour le visage et le corps dans les salles de bains, en passant par le potager fournissant des produits frais pour une alimentation saine, rien n’est laissé au hasard. De plus, des tapis de yoga, des massages sur demande, une salle de détente et bien d’autres installations sont à votre disposition.

Vos journées seront rythmées par des safaris palpitants à la recherche des célèbres Big 5 – éléphants, lions, léopards, rhinocéros et buffles. Mais l’aventure ne s’arrête pas là : lors des excursions nocturnes, vous aurez l’occasion de voir des créatures tout aussi fascinantes telles que le chacal à dos noir , la hyène tachetée, la genette et même le porc-épic, offrant ainsi une expérience safari complète et immersive.

Accommodation : Khaya Ndlovu Manor

26 - 28 april - Hoedspruit & surroundings

For the last two nights of your stay, you’ll have the privilege of staying at Khaya Ndlovu Manor, a veritable oasis in the heart of the Khaya Ndlovu Reserve. The name ‘Khaya’, in isiZulu, evokes the warm idea of ‘home’ or ‘refuge’, and this home perfectly embodies this notion of welcome and comfort.

Nestled just 10 minutes from the bustling centre of Hoedspruit, this property offers much more than just amenities. An institution renowned for its spectacular sunsets, which paint the sky with a dazzling palette of colours.

For safari enthusiasts, optional 4×4 excursions are available, offering a unique opportunity to explore the reserve and fully immerse yourself. Your stay at Khaya Ndlovu Manor promises to be an unforgettable experience, combining luxury, nature and adventure in an enchanting setting.

What's included:

  • x2 private transfers by charter plane (Cessna caravan) between Johannesburg and Pafuri, then between Pafuri and Balule.
  • Conservation fees and entrance fees for the Kruger National Park and Balule Private Game Reserve.
  • Accommodation and meals.
  • Safari guides.
  • La Pensée Sauvage detox Gourmande full board.
  • All activities mentioned in our itinerary (4×4 and walking safaris, visits to a conservation project and the Blyde River Canyon).
  • x1 complimentary massage at Pafuri, Sashwa River Lodge and Khaya Ndlovu Manor.
  • Drinking water, soft drinks and non-premium alcohol.

Available, not included:

  • Horse riding in the savannah.
  • Helicopter flight over the Blyde River Canyon (approx. €400 per person, limited to 4 people per helicopter).
  • Hot-air balloon flight over the savannah (approx. €250 per person – excluding return transfer costs).

What's excluded :

  • International flights to Johannesburg (JNB).
  • Domestic return flight from Hoedspruit (HDS).
    Premium alcohol.
  • Clothing cleaning service.
  • Compulsory travel and health insurance.
  • Gratuities.

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Rate per person

Rates are subject to change without notice in the event of increases in third-party services, park entry fees, conservation taxes, fuel or currency fluctuations beyond our control.

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