This was the best trip of my life. Marcel takes care of every detail. We had great accommodations & food. The wildlife experiences and viewing exceeded my expectations. Marcel and Chris have vast knowledge of the wildlife on safari. I learned so much about Uganda and the animals. In addition, daily yoga classes helped.to wind down from all the excitement of the day. Marcel is a very skilled yoga teacher.i look forward to my next adventure with Namaste Yoga Safari! - Renee, USA 💜🐘🦒🦍

It never feels you are part of a group or following a strict schedule as Marcel has a unique ability to feel the the vibe and constantly adjusts the planning and activities to fit the mood of the guests - never too much, never too little. Although she has traveled the world and seen countless wildlife, she is not blasé and is in much in awe of the wildlife as you are, reinforcing the sense of community and intimacy she creates so quickly with her guests. We saw amazing wildlife, lions were incredible, stayed with an incredible conservationist couple who gave us insights into the conservation challenges faced in SA, and had super good food and desserts. We laughed a lot too! It was my second trip with NYS and I am planning my third one for 2023. Thank you Marcel for hosting this wonderful retreat” - Muriel, UK

“What a wonderful retreat and experience, led by the attentive, passionate and knowledgeable Marcel! Traveling with Marcel, the founder of Namaste Yoga Safari, feels like meeting up with a local caring friend…”

“I had such a fantastic retreat with Marcel and saw an incredible part of the world, wild in parts! The scenery was epic, and the experience unforgettable. It was a perfect mixture of adventure – from 4x4-ing and quadding in the dunes to meeting baby seals – and of relaxation. Marcel’s enthusiasm to showcase the best of Namibia – from its deserts to green safaris – really made my holiday. I will be raving about Namibia for a long time to come, and certainly hope to visit again and play in the sand soon.” - Katie, Kenya

“Seeing the gorillas and chimpanzees were once in a lifetime experiences and I would definitely recommend joining Marcel and NAMaste Yoga Safari on this trip. She is such a professional amazing host and wonderful yoga teacher. She made sure that this was an unforgettably fun experience. Will definitely be back on one of her safaris.” - Lizl, Namibia

…The group was awesome and we instantly connected, which made the journey even more fun. Marcel, thank you so much for showing us your beautiful country! I feel lucky to have left with so many incredible memories, photos & new friends. Favourite location: So hard to say but I think Etosha was my favorite because it’s hard to beat the feeling of being on safari! That afternoon we spent at the watering hole when we saw the herd of elephants was incredible and one of my favorite memories of the trip. Sossusvlei was a close second – I just love the desert and the scenery there was so unique and special. “- Jena, USA

“My mom and I attended the 10 day Namibian yoga retreat and I can safely say the trip was one of the best 10 days of my life. We were able to see so many amazing things in Namibia and Marcel was such a knowledgable guide. Being able to experience Africa by being shown around by an expert, practicing yoga everyday, eating delicious meals, and staying at beautiful resorts was exactly what a dream vacation should be. My mom and I already figuring out how we can do it all again!” - Alex and Kim, USA

This experience was one of the best I have ever had! My friend and I were looking for a yoga experience in Africa and found Namaste Yoga Safari. When we read about the Gorilla Trekking I knew we found our trip. I had no idea the amazing adventure we were about to experience!!! Not only did we spend time with the gorillas in the breathtaking Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, but we also experienced Chimp trekking, safari, of course yoga and so much more. Along the way, we saw beautiful landscapes, ate local foods and Marcel and Chris were the perfect mix of professional and fun! We laughed a ton and I learned so much about Uganda. I highly recommend this trip if you are looking for a good balance of adventure and relaxation paired with amazing guides. I can't wait to travel with Namaste Yoga Safari again!” - Analeisse, USA

“This Retreat was such a unique and fulfilling experience, it was very well organised whilst still allowed for flexibility of the group's needs. Marcel has incredible knowledge and energy which she radiates. The safari/conservation camp was a really rare opportunity to see a non-commercialised and ecologically grounded game reserve in a fairly unvisited part of South Africa. The activities were tailored around the group and the daily yoga was great, Marcel adapted it to our activities and needs throughout the week. Thank you so much, I can't wait to travel with you again.” Sophie, UK

“I was on the 10-day Yoga & Safari trip in November 2022 and had a wonderful time. I really liked the combination of yoga and getting to know the unique landscapes in Namibia - there is also enough time for my own me-time. Marcel is a very lovable person and has versatile yoga knowledge and techniques. I really enjoyed the time, it was amazing! Thank you Marcel!.” - Silvia, Switzerland