{"id":16018,"date":"2024-06-05T15:21:39","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T13:21:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/?p=16018"},"modified":"2024-06-05T15:22:21","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T13:22:21","slug":"african-retreat-by-motswari-a-new-wellness-concept-in-greater-kruger","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/african-retreat-by-motswari-a-new-wellness-concept-in-greater-kruger\/","title":{"rendered":"African Retreat by Motswari \u2013 a new Wellness Concept in Greater Kruger"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>The brand-new African Retreat by Motswari Private Game Reserve opens this month in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The addition of this standalone, 4-bedroom camp, adds to Motswari\u2019s established accommodation options \u2013 Geiger\u2019s Camp, Motswari Private Game Reserve, and Giraffe\u2019s Nest &#8211; introducing a completely unique wellness concept to the existing accommodation offerings available within South Africa\u2019s Greater Kruger Park.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>African Retreat by Motswari is focused on enabling wholeness, stillness, and a chance to give yourself permission to \u201cpress pause\u201d for a few days.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cDesigned to enhance tranquility, restore mind-body harmony and deepen your connection to nature, African Retreat by Motswari allows guests to unplug from life\u2019s demanding rhythms and indulge in experiences crafted to induce relaxation and promote restorative wholeness,\u201d says owner of Motswari Private Game Reserve, Marion Geiger Orengo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Four private bungalows have been individually appointed with intriguing d\u00e9cor and small, considered touches to delight, surprise and shift your mindset during your stay.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Maroela and Tamboti, the two Superior Bungalows at African Retreat by Motswari, enjoy magnificent views of the riverbed. These spacious bungalows, which range from 30 \u2013 40 square metres in size, are designed to harmoniously blend with nature, transitioning seamlessly from interior to exterior. Each bungalow consists of a bedroom furnished with two three quarter extra-length beds with 300 thread count luxury cotton sheets, a bathroom area with double vanity area, separate dressing rooms and a private outdoor deck. Rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, tea and coffee stations, and luxury bathroom amenities.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115248\" src=\"http:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Mopani-Exterior-1-May-2024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1150\" height=\"863\" \/><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-16018 gallery-columns-4 gallery-size-thumbnail'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Lounge-1-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Lounge-1-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Lounge-1-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Lounge-1-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Lounge-1-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Lounge-1-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Marula-Interior-1-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Marula-Interior-1-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Marula-Interior-1-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Marula-Interior-1-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Marula-Interior-1-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Marula-Interior-1-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Mopani-Interior-2-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Mopani-Interior-2-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Mopani-Interior-2-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Mopani-Interior-2-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Mopani-Interior-2-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Mopani-Interior-2-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Pool-2-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Pool-2-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Pool-2-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Pool-2-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Pool-2-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Pool-2-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>The retreat\u2019s two Luxury Bungalows are slightly larger. The Mopani Bungalow (40 square metres) offers glorious views of the bush and an enclosed outside area with a daybed, while Ebony Bungalow (50 square metres) has a private deck overlooking the riverbed.<\/p>\n<p>Nestled in the bush, the communal lodge area overlooks a river-facing infinity pool and deck. It boasts a yoga, meditation and relaxation area, a library nook, an outdoor spa and an open-air firepit, dining area and boma.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experiences<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Guests are encouraged to book the camp\u2019s three- or four-day wellness retreats. Personally curated by Wellness Retreat Facilitator, Roeline Hansen, these holistic itineraries expose guests to transformative wellness practices.<\/p>\n<p>Immerse yourself in meditative movement practices like breathwork, yoga, tai chi, or qigong. Enjoy a treatment in the outdoor spa or indulge in an outdoor bathing experience. Delight in the magic of fireside storytelling, stargazing and intention-setting journaling. Meditation, art-therapy, and educational workshop experiences are also available. During your stay there will be an opportunity to experience the wonder of the Greater Kruger National Park during a game experience incorporating wellness practices in the Umbabat Private Nature Reserve.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115254\" src=\"http:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Spa-4-May-2024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1150\" height=\"863\" \/><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-2' class='gallery galleryid-16018 gallery-columns-4 gallery-size-thumbnail'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-4-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-4-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-4-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-4-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-4-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-4-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-7-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-7-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-7-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-7-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-7-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Centre-7-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Outdoors-16-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Outdoors-16-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Outdoors-16-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Outdoors-16-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Outdoors-16-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Outdoors-16-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Room-Ext-1-May-2024-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Room-Ext-1-May-2024-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Room-Ext-1-May-2024-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Room-Ext-1-May-2024-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Room-Ext-1-May-2024-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Wellness-Room-Ext-1-May-2024-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Dining<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At the retreat guests can expect dining experiences that are an authentic celebration of true African cooking. Meals are prepared outdoors, where the rich aroma of smoke and the warmth of open flames create a captivating atmosphere. Showcasing a fusion of traditional techniques and health-conscious choices, every dish is guided by the bounty of the surrounding landscape to incorporate regional produce, both wild and cultivated. This includes African grains, wild berries, sustainably sourced venison, fresh vegetables, and local herbs. Each meal is a harmonious blend of nature and nourishment, where the chef collaborates closely with guides to deliver a culinary adventure deeply rooted in the essence of the African bush.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_115259\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-115259\" style=\"width: 1150px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-115259\" src=\"http:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/MAR-Boma-2-May-2024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1150\" height=\"758\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-115259\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u201cAfrican Retreat by Motswari introduces a completely unique transformative travel concept in South Africa\u2019s Greater Kruger Park region. It speaks to the modern traveller\u2019s desire to find hospitality experiences that improve and enhance physical, mental, and spiritual well-being,\u201d says CEO of Newmark Hotels &amp; Reserves, Neil Markovitz.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Applauding Motswari as a forerunner of the hospitality and wellness industry integration in Africa, Markovitz adds that the introduction of wellness offerings at regular touchpoints along the customer journey is a key strategic focus for the Newmark Hotels &amp; Reserves group. Motswari Private Game Reserve is one of the longest standing members of the Newmark portfolio.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Roeline Hansen<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Wellness Retreat Facilitator, Roeline Hansen, brings a wealth of experience establishing international wellness programmes to her new role at African Retreat by Motswari. As a qualified and experienced Yoga Instructor, Massage Therapist, Vipassana Meditation Coach, and Certified Breath Coach, Roeline draws on her professional training and practical experience to curate mindset changing transformative programmes for guests.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/newmarkhotels.com\/accommodation\/african-retreat-at-motswari-private-game-reserve\/rooms\"><strong>Find more information here!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The brand-new African Retreat by Motswari Private Game Reserve opens this month in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. The addition of this standalone, 4-bedroom camp, adds to Motswari\u2019s established accommodation options \u2013 Geiger\u2019s Camp, Motswari Private Game Reserve, and Giraffe\u2019s Nest &#8211; introducing a completely unique wellness concept to the existing accommodation offerings available within&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":16019,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16018","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"wps_subtitle":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16018","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16018"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16018\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16028,"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16018\/revisions\/16028"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16019"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16018"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16018"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16018"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}