Great Rift Valley Retreat
Olkirimatian Conservancy, Kenya | 7-14 July 2024
Discover the wonders of a wild landscape, deep in the heart of Africa
Anticipate a journey that begins with a charter safari flight into the remotest corner of Kenya, deep in the heart of the Great Rift Valley. Our retreat location is an oasis, fed by crystal clear springs running off the Loita and Nguruman escarpment, forming an abundant, unfenced natural corridor for the passage of more wildlife species than anywhere else in East Africa. Here, you are invited to disconnect from the pressures of the everyday and be completely immersed in a pristine ecosystem - delight in a luxurious suite with a private plunge pool and lounge, with views of mountains, savannahs, and even the UNESCO protected healing salt-water lakes of Natron and Magadi in the distance. Feel energized with daily yoga and meditation, dine on local organic food and deepen your connection to this majestic location with bespoke, meaningful cultural and nature encounters.
Anticipate a journey with…
Authentic Masai culture
Stay on land responsibly leased from the local Masai community, and be delighted by colourful cultural encounters including a ‘Boma’ visit to meet local elders and community members who play a pivotal role in tourism and conservation in the area. The lodge staff is 95% local Masai and so every day is an opportunity to learn and discover.
Next level luxury
The lodge has only 6 villas, two of which have double bedrooms. Each villa is slightly unique, but all have a private plunge pool and terrace, with enormous, airy open plan living areas and bathrooms. There are different views from each villa, some of mountain ranges stretching into Tanzania, some overlooking a watering hole and photography hide. The lodge also has a main pool, a gym and many open air dining areas.
Epic Adventures
Aside from daily guided safari drives, we have many epic excursions planned. Anticipate tubing down a river (crocodile free!); two hikes with a Masai guide and views of the Rift Valley, Nguruman escarpment and the Loita hills; half-day tours to Lake Natron and Lake Magadi, two UNESCO protected lakes with healing properties and from hot water springs fed from a volcano.
Expert & safe travel planning
Every aspect of this 8 day wilderness experience has been expertly planned and accounted for. We believe that in order to receive the magic of travel and nature we have to be in the right mindspace. We invite you to let your mind rest and your body feel energised - access the present moment and drink in the magnificent views knowing that every minor and major detail is taken care of.
Conservation is action
Lentorre lodge is on 23,000 hectares of privately owned land, known as the Olkirimatian Conservancy. The bordering ranch, Shompole Conservancy, comprises 60,000 hectares. We will have access to both properties for safari drives and walks with the freedom to roam and no other vehicles or lodges nearby. A huge portion of the costs for staying here go directly to the preservation of these pristine wilderness areas.
Wellbeing & relaxation
Thrive on daily yoga and meditation in inspiring settings with Nina. Let the rhythm of your breath and body in mindful movement soothe you and open your heart to the unique magic of the ancient Great Rift Valley. This retreat experience is going to be totally immersive - an invitation to you to disconnect from the pressures of everyday life, and reconnect with your wild-ness.
Location
Great Rift Valley, Kenya
Our retreat location is deep in the heart of the Great Rift Valley, beyond the volcanic lunar landscape surrounding the soda lakes of Magadi and Natron on the southern border between Kenya and Tanzania. This area is home to some of the most incredible scenery and biodiversity you could ever wish for - salt lakes to fresh water rivers and springs, salt pans to savannah, mountains and rocky escarpment to dense forest. It is a corridor for the natural migratory patterns of more species than anywhere in the whole of East Africa, and has the second highest density of lions in Kenya. It is also the ancestral home of the Masai community, who continue to live here with their traditional lifestyle and heritage intact thanks to the responsible tourism and sustainable conservation of the area. The Rift valley is high altitude and remains temperate year round. Expect average temperatures in June: maximum 25℃/ 77℉ - minimum 10℃/ 50℉
Accomodation
Lentorre
Lentorre is a family owned and operated lodge situated in a 35,000 hectare private conservancy that overlooks the Great Rift Valley, Nguruman escarpment and the Loita hills. The land is responsibly leased from the local Masai community, and 95% of the staff on site are Masai. The lodge consists of just six large suites, two of which have double bedrooms. Each suite has its own plunge pool, private deck, lounging area, enormous open-plan bathroom and bedroom with king-sized poster beds. Each suite has a unique view towards mountains, savannahs and lakes. Lentorre is renowned for its professional photography hide and game viewing opportunities. The magic of this place is its remoteness - a totally immersive and exclusive wilderness retreat.
This retreat is for you if you:
Love being in immersed in nature
Enjoy and are interested in yoga and meditation
Delight in authentic cultural encounters
Are craving a luxe getaway that feeds mind, body and soul
Thrive on a mix of healthy social and alone time
Have a taste for adventure and want to support sustainable tourism
What you can expect:
Uninhibited wilderness, abundant with astounding biodiversity
Daily yoga and meditation with an expert, international teacher
Unique, heartfelt encounters with the local Masai community
Exclusive use of a lodge, majestic villas, privacy and quiet
A group of like-minded humans to connect with and alone time
Off-the-beaten track location, adventures, and conservation encounters
Your InRetreat guide
Nina integrates poetry, personal transformation and unique insights to her practice, enriching body movement with meaning. Her classes are playful, flowing and accessible to all levels, offering an inclusive space where everyone can discover their own personal edge and cultivate presence.
This Retreat in Review
All the retreat details
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7 nights luxury accommodation in exclusive lodge
All meals, snacks and all beverages; alcohol included
A return private charter flight Nairobi - Rift Valley
Daily Yoga and meditation sessions with Nina Butler
Daily guided private safari drives
Unique cultural encounter with the Masai community
River tubing adventure
2x hikes with a Masai guide
Guided tour of Lake Natron
Guided tour of Lake Magadi
All tourist taxes and conservation fees
Ground transfers
VIP meet and greet service at NBO upon arrival
Gift bag
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Flights to/from Nairobi and overnight accommodation in Nairobi
Visas
Tips and Gratuities
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Arrival:
For your international flights to Kenya, fly into JKIA Nairobi International Airport (NBO). We have arranged VIP meet and greet service for you upon arrival at the airport to speed you through customs and baggage and to take you directly to your taxi.
Our adventure begins on 7 July at 09:00. We will meet at Wilson Airport Nairobi (WIL) at 09:00 for a charter safari flight to Lentorre. We can assist in arranging transfers from your hotel to Wilson Airport on 7 July.
We advise everyone to arrive in Nairobi the night before. We advise you to stay at Four Points Sheraton Nairobi Airport Hotel, or a luxury option of Hemingways Nairobi in Karen.
Departure:
We bid farewell to Lentorre after yoga and breakfast on 14 July. We will board our private charter flight back to Nairobi Wilson Airport and will help you facilitate and coordinate onward travel from there.
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All inclusive rates per person
Double occupancy Suite per person - $7,999
Deposit - $ 2,500
Single occupancy suite per person - $8,399
Deposit - $2,500
Terms:
The deposit is non-refundable and required to secure your spot
The balance payment is due by 7 May 2024
If there is an unforeseen circumstance that causes us to postpone the retreat, all payments will be paid forward to new dates, or refunded in a voucher.
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