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Reconnect, Rest and Rewild: 7-Day Yoga Retreat

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Reconnect, Rest and Rewild: 7-Day Yoga Retreat

February 21 - 27, 2027

Nanyuki, Kenya

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Hosted By

Alice Faulkner

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6 nights, 7 days

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12 person retreat

Highlights

  • Luxury Eco-Accommodation

  • Nourishing Farm-To-Table Organic Meals

  • Twice Daily Yoga & Meditation

  • Full Moon Ceremony & Curated Evening Rituals

  • Traditional Kenyan BBQ & African Music Night

  • 2 Cultural Excursions with Transport

  • Group Reiki Healing

  • Sauna, infinity pool & cold plunge

  • Personal hosting and pre-retreat support

Details

Escape to the foothills of Mount Kenya for a transformative 7-day yoga retreat designed for those who feel busy, stretched, or quietly disconnected from themselves. Here, your days begin in sunrise stillness. You move with mountain views. You eat food grown from the surrounding land. You rest deeply. You are not asked to perform, achieve, or keep up. You are invited to soften. A yoga retreat like no other. This nature-rooted yoga retreat blends gentle movement, healing energy, and cultural immersion to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. Held in the stunning natural beauty of Kenya’s highlands, you’ll experience soulful practices, delicious plant-based meals, and warm community connection. Whether you’re seeking deep rest, renewed vitality, or a meaningful escape, this retreat offers a grounding sanctuary to rediscover your true self.

Location

Nanyuki, Kenya

Nanyuki is a vibrant town located in central Kenya, nestled at the foothills of Mount Kenya and serving as a gateway to some of the country's most stunning landscapes and wildlife reserves. Known for its cool climate and stunning views of Mount Kenya, Nanyuki offers an array of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain climbing, and wildlife safaris. It's a popular base for exploring nearby attractions such as the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to the Big Five and dedicated to conservation efforts. The town itself offers a unique blend of cultures and a lively atmosphere, with bustling markets, a variety of restaurants, and charming local shops. The British Army also maintains a significant presence in Nanyuki, contributing to its diverse community and dynamic energy. With its rich natural beauty, strategic location, and welcoming spirit, Nanyuki is an ideal destination for both adventure seekers and those looking to experience the warmth of Kenyan hospitality.

Venue

Kilima Gardens

5 ★ 26 Reviews

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A home at the foothills of Mount Kenya.

A/C in Rooms

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Pool

Pool

Garden

Garden

Sauna

Sauna

Laundry

Laundry

Towels

Towels

Housekeeping

Housekeeping

Coffee / Tea

Coffee / Tea

Cafe

Cafe

Accommodation

Shared Double Room

2-person shared room

$1,805 USD / person

Private Room

3 Rooms Left

Private room for 1

$2,090 USD total

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A family run eco-luxury retreat haven nestled within native leleshwa bush, and resting beneath Mount Kenya’s snow-dusted peaks. Rooms feature queen or king-sized beds, ensuite bathrooms with hot showers and flushing toilets, organic toiletries, and drinkable filtered tap water. Some rooms offer garden views, others Mount Kenya views - and some even include outdoor showers beneath wide African skies. Each space is thoughtfully designed with handcrafted Kenyan details and positioned to help you feel held by the land. Beyond your room, you’ll find an infinity pool, a Nordic wood-fired sauna and cold plunge, a treehouse deck with hammock, lush gardens, and evenings by the fire under vast African stars. During our week together, we have exclusive use of the property. Guests say they feel completely taken care of here - from daily housekeeping to the warmth of the Kilima Gardens team. It is down-to-earth luxury. Wild beauty, without sacrificing comfort.

Meals

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Meals provided

Brunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegan · Nut Allergy Friendly · Dairy-free · Organic · Gluten-free · Vegetarian · Diabetic Friendly

Mealtimes are a soul-nourishing part of your retreat experience, and meals on retreat are designed to nourish, satisfy, and support your practice - with fresh, locally sourced vegetarian and vegan dishes that celebrate Kenyan produce. Expect colourful, grounding meals that leave you feeling well-fed but light, made with care by Kilima Gardens’ in-house chefs. Participants often remark how deeply nourished they feel – from sunrise juice and fresh fruit, to abundant brunches, to 3-course dinners enjoyed by candlelight. All dietary needs and allergies can be accommodated. Tea, coffee, soda and filtered water are included and available throughout the day.

Schedule

Each day is designed to balance movement and stillness, community and solitude. You’ll be guided through practices that support rest and reconnection, with plenty of space to simply be. While no two days are exactly the same, here’s a sample schedule to give you a feel for your retreat experience: Sample Daily Schedule: 06:30 Sunrise meditation 07:00 Morning yoga (with fresh juice & fruit) 10:00 Delicious brunch​ NOON Spacious time for rest, exploration or spa treatments. 15:00 Afternoon nourishment 16:30 Restorative yoga or group Reiki healing ​ 19:00 3-course farm-to-table dinner​ 20:00 Evenings under the stars by the fire, or evening activity (Full Moon Ceremony, African music experience) or free time Note: This schedule is a guideline and may be subject to change.

Testimonials

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Alice is a great Yoga teacher and holds a very safe, calm and supportive space with serenity and grace. Poses are demonstrated and described with great articulation and gentle adjustments provided as needed while weaving yoga philosophy and positive affirmations to support and enhance the practice.

Alex, United Kingdom

"Alice's Reconnect, Rest, and Rewild retreat was the most amazing experience!!!! With meditations and yoga twice a day, I felt instantly renewed. We also had a chance to journal, going deeper within ourselves, with the Full Moon Cacao Ceremony accompanying this metamorphosis. Alice herself is an incredibly thoughtful host and yoga teacher, providing lovely adjustments and contextual flows - e.g., the animal-themed flow the day of our safari adventure!! She also made sure we were held safely in the space of the retreat, but with a lot of care and respect for Kenya's cultural context (e.g., Nanyuki town visit, interactions with staff, and a free visit to the Mau Mau caves where we had a rejuvenating cold dip in a waterfall). The safari to Ole Pejeta was the cherry on top! Plus, Kilima House is the most amazing location. I left the retreat feeling whole again. I 100% would recommend anyone to go on this RRR retreat, spend time chatting and making friends with Alice, eating yummy farm-to-table food, and nourishing your body with yoga, mindfulness, sauna, and the slower farm life! Thank you so much, Alice, for helping me come back home to myself."

Nikki, Kenya

"Alice is an incredible teacher. The way that she held space for me on her retreat was phenomenal and hard to come by. Not only were we blessed with her yoga classes, that are the perfect blend between movement and moments for pause; but also her ceremonies throughout the retreat that were expertly curated and flowed so naturally. I left the retreat feeling at complete ease, nourished from inside out, and filled with incredible memories of Kenya. I can recommend Alice's retreats and classes from the absolute bottom of my heart!"

Inka, United Kingdom

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Host

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Alice Faulkner

Leeds, UK

Alice is a yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner (Usui Level 2), and doctor with a deep-rooted passion for holistic health and nature-based wellbeing. Based in the UK, she offers Yoga and Reiki in the Wood...

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English

Teaching for 3 months

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What's Included

6 nights luxury eco-accommodation at Kilima Gardens

2 daily nature-inspired yoga classes (Hatha, Vinyasa and Restorative)

Welcome Circle and pre-retreat support

Full Moon Ceremony

Group Reiki healing session

Cultural visits to Nanyuki town and the historic Mau Mau Caves

Exclusive access to Infinity pool, Nordic wood-fired sauna & cold plunge pool, outdoor gym, treehouse hammock deck

Nourishing vegetarian/vegan meals (dietary requirements accommodated)

Tea, coffee, soda, snacks and filtered water available throughout the day

Soulful time to rest, reconnect and rewild in nature

Traditional Kenyan BBQ night and live African music experience

Nightly fires under the stars

And of course – lazy afternoons to do exactly as you please. Read, nap, journal, swim or explore!

Not Included

Flights to and from Nairobi

Transfers to/from Kilima Gardens (optional group transfer available at extra cost)

Travel insurance

Immunisations and health precautions

Personal expenses and souvenirs

Optional safari day trip, spa treatments, and other activities

Tips and gratuities for local staff

Alcohol

Yoga mat and equipment

FAQs

Guest requirements

  • If you enjoy the healing magic of nature, and are looking to rest, reconnect and restore with like-minded individuals in beautiful luxury accommodation nestled within Kenyan bushland - then yes! Adults of all yoga experience are welcome! To get the most out of this yoga retreat, they recommend taking part in at least 3/4 yoga classes before joining.

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 60 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 60 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 60 days before the retreat begins.

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