With 2020 behind us and hope for a new dawn in travel on the horizon we are all looking to nature for our burst of inspiration. Take a break from the indoors and head out into the world for some adventure! Although Covid-19 has not left us, it offered humanity the opportunity to practice gratitude and to be closer to those within our inner circle. Also, globally we are standing together (though, socially distant) in a unified effort to overcome Covid-19. In short, we made history.

With the relaxation of lockdown regulations somewhat, we can now travel again to choice destinations as long as we abide by the rules set out by the global and regional health authorities, airlines and the governmental guidelines effective in the countries to which we plan to travel.

There has never been a better time to plan a getaway. Traveling not only allows a person to gain insight into other cultures, experience unique attractions and people, but it also allows you to regenerate and increase your wellbeing. With working from home and being in close quarters to people, mental and physical wellness has taken a toll. Wouldn’t you like to turn the ‘always on’ to ‘do not disturb’ mode soon?

Everyone should visit Africa at least once in their lives, particularly South Africa. Whether you are traveling with your family or with a small group of friends, with Retreat to Africa you have the option to stay in one of the cities, perfect for those who are looking for a more vibrant experience. Other options include embedding yourself in the deep culture of the Cape Winelands; or perhaps spending time in South Africa’s famed wildlife reserves. If you prefer to travel in a ‘bubble’, consider a private safari; your personal chef prepares meals to your liking and wildlife activities are guided by your dedicated safari team as part of your exclusive experience. And, if you’ve never considered a private nature retreat, now is the time.

Coupled with these unique experiences, Retreat to Africa has hand-picked villas to create a home-from-home, allowing you to experience the beauty of South Africa all to yourself. Additionally, we assure you that through the careful planning of your itinerary, that distances will be well paced, allowing you to spend enough time in each location, ensuring you the focus of your trip can seep into your soul. All this is taken care of, so that you can relax, reconnect with nature and revitalise your mojo. We ensure that you get to experience all of the opportunities that the destinations you visit have to offer and that the focus is on what you would like to do.

Should you however, feel more adventurous and would like to go off the beaten track, self-driving trips can also be organised. This will allow you to explore what you like, when you like. The self-driving trips however, are not exclusively limited to South Africa. Other countries, such as neighbouring Namibia, offer unique experiences that include city stays, wildlife reserves, wine farms and of course, self-driving trips. Let us show you how.

When considering a destination to offer you, we have given much thought to how your travel experience will play out through the lens of COVID-19. We handpick those destinations and partners in tourism who uphold the protocols as set by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) and where you and your fellow travellers will enjoy limited contact with other travellers.

Some considerations include:

• Flexible booking and payment policies
• Seamlessness of access throughout journey
• Exclusivity of properties booked (pod travel)
• SafeStay protocols in place (WTTC)
• Fresh air activities
• Facilitation of COVID-19 PCR testing

With all of the rich culture, history and nature to explore, legendary Africa is the perfect destination for your next holiday. Browse our upcoming trips for some instant inspiration. Let Retreat to Africa assist you in making your next trip as stress-free, rewarding and relaxing as you can imagine.