SLOW DOWN & BREATHE
Rest & Thrive wilderness experience will engage all of your senses and activate the full potential of being in the moment.
4 days of conscious rest & movement in the pristine wilderness of Cederberg at the banks of the Doring river.
Your experience includes a 3 nights stay in the minimalistic yet luxurious chalets or safari tents, daily mindfulness and relaxation practices, nature immersion, and stargazing.
All fitness levels are welcome. Meditation & yoga experience is not required.
THE DATES
11-14 MAR 2021 (SOLD OUT) | 15-18 APR 2021 (WAITING LIST) | 6-9 MAY 2021 (WAITING LIST) | 3-6 JUN 2021 | 16-19 SEP 2021 | 18-21 NOV 2021
REST & THRIVE IS FOR YOU IF:
MEET THE FOUNDERS & YOUR GUIDES
We’ve been there. Working long hours, rarely making time for ourselves, and not listening enough to our inner voice.
Mindfulness and nature were two things that allowed us to see our life from a more balanced perspective. We opened our eyes for the first time and realized that we postponed our true dreams for too long.
As soon as we created space for self-care and learned how to keep stress at healthy levels, creativity and courage flourished. We created Bliss & Stars to share our passions, our long-life learnings, and the experience of self-discovery by living with no fear.
DAILY FLOW
The days are designed to give you plenty of time to slow down.
There is morning and evening meditation and breathing & relaxation techniques.
You’ll be counting shooting stars and looking deep into the night sky through one of our telescopes.
There will also be plenty of time to relax by the pool or the river, listen to the birds sing, and watch the water flow.
THE BENEFITS
Rest
Be more relaxed and refreshed than you’ve ever been
Thrive
Let go off the hustle and bustle of everyday life and experience the transformative power of nature and the night sky
CUISINE
We offer a balanced, plant-based, wholesome cuisine inspired by Ayurvedic medicine and designed to nourish your body and delight your senses.
Our cuisine is simple, using fresh ingredients from the on-site organic garden or local farmers. Food is part of the retreat experience, including daily brunch, snacks, and dinners.
We cater to all dietary needs.
YOUR ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS & PRICES
The entire experience is included in the stated prices. We never have extra “hidden” charges.
Chalet Single | 1 Adult | 3 nights
R12 500 | SA Residents
R17 000 | Rest of the world
Chalet Double | 2 Adults | 3 nights
R19 000 | SA Resident
R25 500 | Rest of the world
Tented Chalet Single | 1 Adult | 3 nights
R9 500 | SA Residents
R13 000 | Rest of the world
Tented Chalet Double | 2 Adults | 3 nights
R15 500 | SA Residents
R21 000 | Rest of the world
THE PRICE INCLUDES
4 days | 3 nights accommodation
Mindfulness meditation and yoga Nidra practices
Guided stargazing sessions
Snacks & beverages served throughout the day
3 balanced and nutritious meals a day
Free access to 1,350 ha of wild & pristine nature
BLISS & STARS EXPERIENCE
Rest assured with COVID-19 safe protocols
Rest in spacious chalets that seamlessly mesh with nature
Be amazed by nature and observe the night sky through our state-of-the-art telescopes
Saunter in secluded mountainous areas
Relax & breath deeply with mindfulness practices
Discover Bushmen cave paintings
Build bonds with others in small groups of a maximum of 10 people
Share the living space with elands, baboons, Cape leopards and many more beautiful animals
Travel light with daily laundry service
TIME TO UNWIND
FAQ
Upon reservation confirmation, you’ll be sent a welcome letter giving lots of useful information about the retreat & this includes a guide on how to get here. If you need a transfer from the airport / Cape town, provide the details in the reservation form.
Upon reservation confirmation, you’ll be sent a welcome letter giving lots of useful information about the retreat & this includes a helpful guide on what to pack.
These experiences are designed to be a more intimate experience. We limit the size to 6 -10 people. In this way we ensure you receive a full attention from the team.
Yes, we are very happy to welcome couples at this retreat.
Bliss & Stars is not conducive to children. We have a minimum age requirement of 21.
We don’t have any check-in or check-out times as soon as you arrange with us your arrival and departure times.
We can provide specific nutritional, dietary requirements, food allergies, food intolerance’s etc. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free options are always available.
Everyone is welcome at all of our experiences regardless of the meditation, yoga experience or fitness levels. We cater for different levels, so that you will be supported, challenged & encouraged to learn.
You don’t need to participate in everything; you can pace yourself to find the perfect amount of activity for you. We support you in doing as much or as little as is right for you, depending on how you are feeling. Personally, we wouldn’t want to miss a thing.
It’s not possible to stay on at Bliss & Stars. We ask that you leave by 5pm on the closing day. Lunch is the last meal which you are welcome to stay for.
We offer personalized payment plans for all our retreats up to 2 month before the start date of your stay.
Please read our terms & conditions for our cancelation policy
We always strive to make our experiences available to everyone, therefore we have a bursary programme. Please contact us for more information.
No, there is neither mobile coverage or WIFI available. There is a computer with guest access available in case of emergency. And you will be provided a phone number, you can be reached while staying at Bliss & Stars.
