“It took me a long time to post this and find the right words to say. I went on a trip with Marcel and Namaste Yoga Safari in October to South Africa. I’m a 25 year old female, traveling alone and frankly, was terrified. The minute I landed and saw Marcel and the rest of the other ladies on the trip I felt at ease. Marcel is an amazing, compassionate, and exciting group leader. We climbed table mountain, snorkeled in the Indian Ocean, biked through vineyards, rode through safaris and saw the most majestic animals. Most importantly, Marcel made me feel at home. She made me feel calm and she taught me that life can sometimes just be fun. That there’s no need to worry constantly and that we should enjoy every moment we live. I grew immensely from this trip and I highly recommend to anyone who is interested in reconnecting with themselves and with others. While the trip itself is a once in a lifetime experience, I can’t thank Marcel enough for reminding me that we are always learning from and becoming the person we’re meant to be”. - ISABELA, USA

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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 💜🐘🦒🦍

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“The 8-day Namaste Yoga Safari in South Africa with Marcel was nothing short of life-changing! From start to finish, every moment was filled with awe and joy. Marcel crafted an incredible journey that balanced yoga, adventure, and connection. Each day we had a yoga session surrounded by nature’s beauty, and the wildlife experiences were beyond amazing—we witnessed a pride of lions up close, watched a baby giraffe take its first steps, and saw elephants gathering at a watering hole right next to our camp.
Alongside safari drives, we hiked majestic mountains in Cape Town, biked through wine country, visited some penguins, and even snorkeled in the crystal-clear Indian Ocean. I also met an incredible group of like-minded travelers/yogis who became fast friends. Marcel’s warmth, passion, and attention to detail created an experience I’ll never forget. This trip was so much more than just a vacation; it was pure magic. I can’t wait to go back to Africa!” - RACHEL, USA

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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

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“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…”

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“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

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…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

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“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

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“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

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I have been on many retreats and adventures but there is no doubt that Namaste Safari Yogas 8 day adventure was the best by far. From the accommodations being above and beyond to ensuring the group was catered to was amazing. We climbed Lion’s head mountain, took the cable car to Table mountain, we explored the winelands by e-bike, took my favorite part which was going to Kruegers reserve and had the whole Isambane camp to ourselves and it was amazing. Everything was a dream. There wasn’t one part I did not like. Seeing animals in their natural habitat was my dream come true and being able to tick off 2 bucket list items was amazing. Marcel’s warm, kind and always welcoming personality was the glue to it all. We did SO MUCH and yet she was able to keep everything organized. I have never met anyone like Marcel. She took 5 completely different personalities and catered to each one. It was so impressive to me. It went from 5 strangers to the fab 5. I normally bounce from country to country but I believe I will attend another of her adventures. I can’t thank Marcel enough and everyone from the guides to guest service personnel assisting to my favorite part of the stay where I stayed in a luxurious tent and enjoyed every minute! All in all every this trip exceeded my expectations. The connections that were made and the most special moments that happened like seeing a baby giraffe taking its first steps to 7 lion cubs after a hunt it was magic…and I have no doubt we will meet again. If you are considering taking this adventure DO NOT HESITATE just book it. I miss it already! - Corinne, USA

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“What an unforgettable experience. I stayed at EHRA camp for 6 days in September to get to know the desert elephants and the environment they live in. Sleeping under the stars, supporting the local communities, observing the desert elephants and doing yoga in indescribably beautiful locations. What more could you ask for? Afterwards we continued with an 11-day tour to see the greatest highlights of Namibia. An unforgettable time with an incredible number of great experiences. Marcel is an amazing yoga teacher and guide, she looked after our every needs. I am a yoga beginner and I didn't feel like one at all. She tailored each yoga class to our group so that everyone was happy, the group had all different types of yoga experiences. The perfect mix of exciting activities, enjoying the wildlife, nature overnights and superior accommodation options, great food, peace of mind and relaxing through the great yoga classes. The perfect travel experience for anyone who loves nature and animals and wants to combine this with lots of laughter, great activities, exercise and soulfulness with yoga. I can only recommend Marcel and Namaste Yoga Safaris 100% and am already looking forward to more adventure trips around Africa” - Alexandra, Liechtenstein

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