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Spiritual retreats in South Africa

South Africa has a tradition of spirituality that stretches back to the ancient San, so it only makes sense that the country would be home to some wonderful spiritual retreats.

Treat yourself to a big spoil when in South Africa.

The big spoil

In South Africa, there are many ways to pamper yourself – and our spas and salons offer a wealth of treatments, so take the day off and enjoy a big spoil.

Experience body ritual therapies at Soul Khaya Spa.

Body rituals

At the Soul Khaya Spa you get to experience a range of body rituals designed to restore energy levels, re-align the chakras and create a superior sense of well-being.

Unusual facials

In South Africa there are a number of spas and salons that offer a new-take on skin-care, so book yourself a facial with a difference.

Massage in the great outdoors at Tswalu.

Tswalu’s African therapies

The spa at Tswalu Kalahari Private Game Reserve offers a treatment menu boasting a range of therapies inspired by Africa's natural bounty.

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Bush Spas

Etali Safari Lodge and Wellness Spa

This gorgeous lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve offers you treatments whilst being serenaded by the sounds of the great outdoors. During a “Warthog Hour” spa session, ‘wallow’ in healing mud.
Sabi Sabi Earth Nature Spa

This eco-designer spa offers the best of the bushveld accompanied by special treatment packages for couples. The massage menu is varied and treatments are inspired by nature.
Singita

The Singita properties within the Kruger National Park offer outdoor mineral body scrubs and soothing Big 5 treatment, a 2 hour session with 2 therapists working simultaneously on one guest.
Royal Malewane

This exclusive lodge on the western fringes of the Kruger National Park boasts a fantastic bush spa with all the trimmings and luxury one could hope for.
Thornybush MatisSpa

Situated in the Thornybush Game Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park. There are body wraps, massages and mineral rich therapies from springs on the reserve.
Thanda Private Game Reserve

The spa at Thanda has a unique Zulu feel, yet offers state of the art spa treatments. Try out the decadent African manicure experience.
Garonga Safari Camp

This camp in the Greater Makalali Conservation area is known for its “Soul on Safari” offering. Enjoy an Indian head massage or Swedish back massage in the sala overlooking the African bushveld.
Shibula Lodge & Bush Spa

Found in the Welgevonden Game Reserve in Limpopo province, this delightful bush spa is a balm for the soul. Why not opt for a massage on the wooden veranda of your private suite?
Falaza Game Park and Spa

This glamorous KwaZulu-Natal game park offers the best of local inspiration along with cutting edge-spa treatments in wild and wonderful surrounds.
Witwater Safari Lodge and Spa

This Waterberg retreat offers a number of signature treatments including the avocado and Shea butter experience and the African wood massage.