Awaken Your Senses: A Soulful Journey of Yoga, Culture & Self-Discovery
Yoga Retreat in Sénégal
April 25 – May 1, 2027
Souimanga Lodge | Sine Saloum Delta, Sénégal
A Soul-Awakening Experience Like No Other
This is more than a yoga retreat. It is an invitation to slow down, awaken your senses, and reconnect with the most vibrant and authentic version of yourself.
Set along the peaceful lagoon of the Sine Saloum Delta, our days will weave together yoga, meditation, breathwork, nature, meaningful reflection, joyful movement, cultural discovery, and spacious time to rest.
Sénégal holds a deeply personal place in my heart. I spent formative years here during my teens and twenties, and its people, culture, warmth, and spirit helped shape the person and teacher I am today.
After years of dreaming about leading a retreat here, that dream came to life in 2026. What unfolded was extraordinary: strangers became community through sunrise practices, shared meals, mangrove adventures, music, dancing, laughter, tears, and the unmistakable warmth of Sénégalese teranga.
In 2027, I’m returning to Souimanga Lodge for another intentionally intimate journey, one that will nourish your nervous system, awaken your curiosity, and remind you how full and vibrant life can feel.
Experience the Spirit of Teranga
Teranga is the Sénégalese tradition of radical hospitality, a way of welcoming others with generosity, warmth, and genuine care. It is something you don’t simply observe; you feel it in the shared meals, music, conversations, laughter, and openheartedness of the people you meet.
This spirit of connection is at the heart of our journey.
Your Home: A Hidden Oasis for Renewal
Tucked among mangroves and baobab trees, Souimanga Lodge blends understated elegance with the raw beauty of West African nature. It’s a place where the wind speaks in whispers, the food sings with flavor, and the stillness gives you space to hear your own voice again.
Here’s what awaits:
- Daily yoga, meditation, journaling & soulful conversations
- Quietly luxurious and thoughtfully designed garden, lagoon, and suite accommodations
- Swimming pools with views of the gardens and shimmering lagoon bird sanctuaries
- Round-trip group van transport from designated pick-up point at the Movenpick Hotel (near Blaise Diagne International Airport) and drop-off either in Dakar or at the airport
- Gourmet meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients
- Complimentary kayaking through the mangroves
- On-site tennis, basketball & soccer for playful movement
- Inviting shared spaces for rest, reflection, and connection
- Lagoon, fishing, picnic kayak adventure
- Optional guided lagoon & private beach adventure with fresh seafood picnic
- Not included: Airfare, spa treatments, alcoholic drinks, optional excursions, and personal expenses.
Your Experience: A Journey Through Body, Breath & Belonging
Each day invites you deeper into your inner world, while opening you up to the vibrant beauty of Sénégalese life and nature.
Morning Practices
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- Energizing vinyasa and strength-based movement
- Breathwork, meditation and intention setting to begin the day with clarity and peace
Evening Practices
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- Flow and strength-building, gently transitioning to yin and restorative
- Breathwork, meditation and nervous system support
- Journaling and reflective group practices
- Guided conversation, connection and music
Cultural & Sensory Offerings
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- Kayaking through mangrove-lined lagoons
- Exploring the bold, beautiful flavors of Sénégalese cuisine
- Open time for poolside rest, nature walks, or connecting in community
- Optional excursions to local villages and traditional wrestling matches
- Moments of deep stillness to reconnect with your intuition and inner wisdom
- Kayaking through mangrove-lined lagoons
The schedule will remain spacious and may shift with the rhythm of the group and surroundings.
Your Experience: A Journey Through Body, Breath & Belonging
Each day invites you deeper into your inner world, while opening you up to the vibrant beauty of Sénégalese life and nature.
Morning Practices
-
- Energizing vinyasa and strength-based movement
- Breathwork, meditation and intention setting to begin the day with clarity and peace
Evening Practices
-
- Flow and strength-building, gently transitioning to yin and restorative
- Breathwork, meditation and nervous system support
- Journaling and reflective group practices
- Guided conversation, connection and music
Cultural & Sensory Offerings
-
- Kayaking through mangrove-lined lagoons
- Exploring the bold, beautiful flavors of Sénégalese cuisine
- Open time for poolside rest, nature walks, or connecting in community
- Optional excursions to local villages and traditional wrestling matches
- Moments of deep stillness to reconnect with your intuition and inner wisdom
- Kayaking through mangrove-lined lagoons
The schedule will remain spacious and may shift with the rhythm of the group and surroundings.
What People Are Saying
“Ruah’s retreats are soulful, powerful, and deeply healing. I always leave with more clarity, strength, and joy than I came with.”
“The energy, the land, the people—everything about this retreat helped me reconnect to what really matters.”
“Practicing yoga with Ruah was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The setting was unforgettable—and the journey inside myself even more so.”
Why This Retreat?
Awaken Your Soul
This is your chance to rediscover parts of yourself that have been waiting to rise.
Engage All Your Senses
From the scent of bougainvillea to the beat of a djembe and the taste of mango—this journey is fully alive.
Discover the Magic of Sénégal
A culture grounded in joy, rhythm, warmth, and connection awaits you.
Come Home to Yourself
With each breath, each practice, and each shared meal, you’ll remember who you are.
Be Held by Community
Show up as you are and be embraced by a circle of open-hearted, soulful travelers on the path.
Why This Retreat?
Awaken Your Soul
This is your chance to rediscover parts of yourself that have been waiting to rise.
Engage All Your Senses
From the scent of bougainvillea to the beat of a djembe and the taste of mango—this journey is fully alive.
Discover the Magic of Sénégal
A culture grounded in joy, rhythm, warmth, and connection awaits you.
Come Home to Yourself
With each breath, each practice, and each shared meal, you’ll remember who you are.
Be Held by Community
Show up as you are and be embraced by a circle of open-hearted, soulful travelers on the path.
Investment
Secure your spot with a 50% deposit. Full payment is due by January 10, 2027.
Payment plans are available—just reach out to Ruah to discuss.
If you’ve journeyed with me before, first of all, thank you! This community is what it is because of your continued presence, heart, and trust.
As a small gesture of gratitude, I’m offering a special $100 discount for returning guests who’ve previously attended retreats with me.
Price Per Person in USD$
| ROOM NAME | PRICE PER PERSON SINGLE | PRICE PER PERSON DOUBLE | PRICE PER PERSON TRIPLE | PRICE PER PERSON QUAD |
| GARDEN ROOM | 3730 | 2620 | — | — |
| LAGOON ROOM | 3999 | 2699 | — | — |
| SOUIMANGA SUITE | 4770 | 3520 | 3200 | — |
| ABYSSINIE SUITE | 5200 | 3730 | 3300 | 2999 |
| VILLA SOUIMANGA DOUBLE | — | 4880 | — | 3520 |
Let this be the moment you say yes to yourself.
Yes to rest.
Yes to joy.
Yes to the kind of transformation that lingers long after you return home.
I can’t wait to share this journey with you.
Ruah
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