Last March, we gathered on the slopes of Mount Meru for our retreat in Tanzania. This November, Earth Wisdom is returning to Africa, this time journeying deeper into its most remote and wild lands. Join Kathi and Nando as your facilitators, traveling into the ancient Rift Valley, the sacred land of the nomadic Masai people, and working with the medicines of the four directions.
The Complete Journey
Part 1: Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge (5 Nights)
We're excited to return to this eco-sanctuary on the slopes of Mount Meru, which has been stewarding the land for nearly 15 years, helping to provide electricity and safe drinking water to surrounding villages.
The property features cozy cottages, ceremony platforms with Kilimanjaro views, yoga and dance spaces, and healing areas for bodywork.
Situated on the Usa River, the lodge is nestled within 50 acres of lush forest, home to 200+ varieties of birds, giant Mother Trees, and spring water. This first part of our journey is devoted to making offerings, to the land, the water, and the trees that have watched over for generations.
Hiking Excursion to Arusha National Park
A short drive will bring us into Arusha National Park, where giraffes and antelope wander free. We'll visit the crater floor of Mount Meru, stand beneath the Big Mother Tree, and make our way to a waterfall, making offerings at each stop along the way.
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Part 2: Immersive Outpost on Masai Land (6 Nights)
From the Ngare Sero lodge, we'll take private planes into the remote Rift Valley, with scenic views of wildlife across the plains, Lake Natron, and the sacred Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. Our outpost is totally immersed in the wilderness, as far off the beaten path you can go into sacred Masai land, one of the last nomadic herding cultures on Earth still living close to the old ways.
This is a cultural immersion opportunity like no other. Expect to sing, dance, drum, and marimba alongside their masters. And in the evenings, elders will share their oral history and ancient wisdom.
Accommodation at Lake Natron
Retreat Program
- Yoga, meditation, and sacred movement overlooking the mountains
- Bodywork and healing workshops
- Fire ceremonies and prayer
- Cleansing practices and intentional time in silence
- Close contact with local Swahili culture and traditions
- Masai cultural immersion, drumming, and traditional dance
- Time in silence, close to the volcano and the lake
Truly Once-in-a-Lifetime Nature Experiences
- Immerse yourself in the rhythms of the African forest
- Visit waterfalls and make offerings to the land
- Day excursion to Arusha National Park, walking among giraffes and antelope
- The salt flats and flamingos of Lake Natron
- Ol Doinyo Lengai, the Masai's sacred "Mountain of God"
Practical Information at a Glance
November 9 (arrival) to November 20, 2026 (departure)
Journey
Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge (5 nights) → Lake Natron Camp (6 nights) → Optional Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge (1 night)
For everyone flying back with us, you'll have one final night at Ngare Sero Lodge before returning home.
Option to Extend your Journey
If you'd like to continue on safari after Lake Natron, you can book directly through the Ngare Sero Lodge for a tour from there to the Ngorongoro Crater or Serengeti.
Visa Requirements
All participants need a visa to enter Tanzania. Online applications take 5 working days and cost $50 ($100 for US citizens). Full details provided upon registration.
Limited Spots
Space is limited to maintain the intimacy of this experience. Inquire now to reserve your spot.
For pricing information, registration, and inquiries please Contact Us.
