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Transform in the Motherland.
Join me in the world famous Kruger National Park, alongside the Elephants River, South Africa, to learn the A-Z of Animal Communication and the magic that Africa has to teach you.
This Retreat of a lifetime takes place at Sashwa, River of Stars, A conservation forward experience that prioritizes the teachings of nature, to bring you the All-Vegan, Safari experience that has been curated just for you, to strengthen your animal communication abilities (and get certified) and leave reconnected to mother nature.
This is a 4-night retreat with a 4 day intensive practice, combining body work, meditation and both Sarah's Signature Foundation and Advanced teachings that have led past students to leave their day job and work full time as pro animal communicators. You will go on various journeys to RE-activate who you are, shed what no longer serves you and discover what's been holding you back in order to powerfully navigate and serve yourself and the world around you... All with the compliments of Safari Game Drives, Wilderness walks amongst the protected Big 5, Star Gazing + Star Baths and indigenous Wellness Treatments.
Inspired by Symbiosis, you will experience a Journey of growth, flow and connectedness within the circle of life, that is designed to bring you back to WHO you are, rebalance the ebb and flow within your own existence and cultivate the symbiotic relationship between yourself and the world.
You'll discover what part you wish to play and the mark you desire to leave on this planet (and in your own life) Like the unspoken wisdom of the fauna and flora and the interconnectedness between the elephant and the oxpecker, the vulture and the lion, the human and the land...This experience will teach you how to harness the strength you already have inside of you, to leave your mark and wonder in the role you play in symbiosis with all things.
This is a Retreat of a LIFETIME. It will be intense yet, FUN. We will work on ourselves, experience the heart of African and learn the A-Z of Animal Communication and connect with likeminded individuals on the same path as you.
PS: Due to the intimacy of this retreat, there are only 8 spaces available. If you wish to reserve one of the places, please send in your application (linked below) and keep an eye out on email. We will not be making more spaces available. ✨

Symbiosis
"Symbiosis is the recognition that we do not live in isolation, but in a sacred dance of give and take-where every breath we take is a gift from the trees, and every action we make ripples across the web of life, In nature's symbiosis, there is no hierarchy, only harmony—a reminder that all beings, from the smallest ant to the tallest tree, are threads woven into the same cosmic tapestry."
Return to flow under the African Sun at...

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Join me under the stars of Sashwa, the private wildlife conservation sanctuary, nestled in the wilderness of the Greater Kruger National Park. Perched on the banks of the Olifants River.
You're Home...
Nestled in the Sashwa sanctuary, Step into your private luxury suite, placed perfectly along the Olifants Rivier and it's Surrounds, where one can witness the protected elephants, as they bathe in the Olifants Rivier and experience the true Africa, in all its wisdom.




The Luxury Suites
There are 7 luxury suites to choose from, each offer unique designs and character. Owl and Sunbird feature riverfront views through a majestic Fever Tree, while Carmine is nestled in a private garden. Bee Eater blends a botanical theme with its surroundings, and the rondawel suites- Aardvark, Dung Beetle, and Rock Fig- boast round bedrooms opening onto wooden decks, where you can sit peacefully and enjoy the birdsong and soothing sounds of water from nearby water features.
The Culinary Experience




This all inclusive experience includes the radiant cuisine at the indoor-outdoor flow restaurant, Nourish,
With emphasis on holistic nourishment that will be offered daily. You'll experience delicious and creative plant-based cuisine that both nourishes the body and delights the taste buds. Your all inclusive stay, provides three whole food plant based meals a day, plus unlimited snacks and hydration.
Sashwa embraces a garden-to-table approach, ensuring that every meal is made from scratch using the finest quality organic ingredients, often picked at Sashwas very own permaculture garden.
Experience a fusion of traditional vibrant African cuisine alongside homegrown and wild foraged ingredients, producing tantalizing meals that celebrate the abundance of nature and the essence of Africa.
Great care is taken in selecting everything that is sourced, from their certified mold and toxin free coffee, to their range of Painted Wolves organic conservation wines. Homemade nourishing snacks are available at the self-service station for guests 24/7 at any time that they desire, along with fresh herbal teas and refreshing beverages.




The Safari Experience
You will experience dawn and dusk safari drives across the private game reserve, guided by skilled wilderness experts who share their wisdom, insights and interpretations with you as together you explore the land and encounter the wildlife that we share a home with.
Encounters with “The Big 5” are possible, although, our focus is on meaningful connections with all wildlife and the symbiosis that exists....
The beauty of Sashwa is the immersion in nature, as the sunlight sparkles and shimmers on the flowing water, it mirrors the Milky Way’s ethereal beauty visible in the night sky—a phenomenon often referred to as the River of Stars. The sanctuary features ten exquisitely crafted suites, each designed to blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings and offering opportunities to observe a diverse array of wildlife gathering at the water’s edge.
True to its name, the beautiful Olifants River (meaning “Elephant’s River”) frequently hosts large herds of elephants enjoying refreshing dips in it's cool, constantly flowing waters. As night descends, let the symphony of hippos grunting and lions roaring serenade you to sleep—an unforgettable African experience that will captivate your heart forever.

What's Included?
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4-night, ALL INCLUSIVE stay at Sashwa, The Luxury Conservation Sanctuary
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Private View of Elephants + Other African Wildlife meters from the Retreat 🐘
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All Inclusive Whole Food Plant Based Menu, Including 3 beautifully plated meals a day + snacks, (of which most ingredients are grown on the land.)
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BOTH Sarah Lea's Foundation & Advanced Animal Communication Training.
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Daily Dawn and Dusk Safari Drives
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Daily Breathwork and Body work
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Whole Body Energetics Teaching and Modality Training.
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Sound Healing in the African Wilderness
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Complimentary Wholeness Spa Experience + Treatment
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Shamanic Journey to Access "higher knowledge" relevant to the training.
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Star Gazing and Star Baths ✨
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On foot wilderness walks among the big 5
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1-on-1 session with Sarah
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Ceremonies and much more...
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Private Pick up By Sashwa from Hoedspruit airport to Retreat with return.
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Full Access to Sashwas Amenities, incl Gym and Sauna
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Option to stay longer at a specially discounted rate

What's Not Included?
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International airfare to South Africa/Hoedspruit or Kruger National Park
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Travel Insurance
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Dayroom or extra hotel nights necessitated by airline flight schedule changes
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Items of a personal nature, such as souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, etc.
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Food and drinks outside of the all inclusive package
But here's the catch...

There are only 8 Spaces available
(and its by application only)
Due to the nature & intensity of this work; I pride myself in offering a highly curated & personal experience for each guest, I will only be accepting 8 participants for this retreat.
Below you will find out how to apply, The spots are available at a first come first serve basis those that receive acceptance emails.
(But don't worry, you only need to pay a small deposit to secure your spot in the group✨)

Find your unique code
During our 4 day Intensive, You will be guided through a series of modalities, meditations and journeys to discover your unique code, how you receive information in order to serve others and strengthen your animal communication abilities and most importantly, you'll discover what is holding you back.
This retreat includes both Sarah's Foundation and Advanced trainings that she teaches One on One, but here, you're getting access to that experience and MUCH more as you access once in a lifetime opportunities in this conservation sanctuary.
✨The Investment✨
What you're getting all inclusive in your investment:
5 night stay at the Luxury Sashwa Sanctuary ($3194 Value)
3 Curated Whole Food Plant based Meals a day ($675 Value)
All inclusive Daily Safari Drives ($600 Value)
4 day Foundation & Advanced intensive with Sarah Lea ($3694 Value)
4 days of Breathwork, Sound + Star bath, Ceremony, Yoga, modalities ($797 Value)
Wholeness Spa Wellness Massage ($180 Value)
Total Value : $9140
Your Price Today: $3997
(this is 1st tier pricing, prices will increase on July 1st)
But wait, there's payment plans!
You have the freedom and flexibility of choosing a payment plan that suits you. Simply choose to break your payment down into 3 payments in order to secure your spot without the large up front investment ✨

Apply today
In order to cultivate the most transformational experience for all, attendance is by application only.
I am also only allowing a small group of participants into the retreat. Please click the link below to apply so we can learn more about you!
If we feel its a good fit, you will receive an acceptance email with the booking link, so please keep an eye out on your inbox (and junk folders) Booking links made available to those that received an acceptance email are by first come first serve.
You may pay in full or in a 3 part Payment plan and all you need to reserve your spot is a small deposit. All these details and steps are included in your acceptance email.

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This retreat and all its activities, modalities and teachings, as well as the guests have been highly curated and hand picked by Sarah Lea, to ensure the most powerful, beautiful and unforgettable experience
Please be aware that by attending, you are immersing yourself with what Africa and its wildlife have to offer and show you. You will be immersed in nature. Its also important to note that I have chosen to have the retreat at this time to optimze the opportunity to witness the elephants and other wildlife at the river, right outside this retreat. However, we have no control over the migrating patterns of any of the animals, they are protected, free roaming and never exploited, therefore can not guarantee the presence, visibility or nehavior of any wildlife.