Sashwa River of Stars Retreat

We basked in the experience of having nature at our doorstep; enjoyed the tranquility, and attentive staff.

Sashwa River of Stars is a very special place. Not only is the location on the banks of the Oliphants River just perfect for game viewing without even leaving the lodge, the lodge itself is so beautifully curated, the food was phenomenal and the staff were kind, warm and so helpful. I loved our stay there and can highly recommend this location for the discerning traveler and who loves to "give back" to local communities and likes to choose spaces that go out of their way to make a difference and have a positive impact on the environment they are located in.

I have rated every aspect with full marks because the whole experience was magical. The venue and accommodation, facilities and decor, blend elegance and sophistication. The staff all went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of meticulously. The food was beyond my imagination of what is possible for a plant based menu. The Sashwa team hosted us like celebrities- thank you Ian, Dylan, Relees, Kristi, and Kim. Even the animals seemed to be part of the experience- showing up everyday in front of the lodge to hang out. This is Wilderness Wellness to reset your whole being! What a blessing to have been here.

Sashwa River of the stars is not only luxury. It is tasteful, thoughtful and their principles are felt throughout the experience. Every part of Sashwa is filled with so much love, authenticity, detailed decor and intention. The staff are INCREDIBLE and have such knowledge, skill and heart. They offer immersive outdoor guided wildlife and wellness activities. There is a beautiful Shala to attend yoga or meditation in, enjoy an activity on the deck while game viewing over the river bed, go on a game drive and bush walk, indulge in a fine vegan dining experience, enjoy a star gazing outdoor experience in an outside bath tub! There a variety of spa treatments, A Rose quarts sauna, a gym overlooking the Olifants River. Each room has been thoughtfully named and given its own flare and story, there are organic snacks and a selection of teas and organic coffee too. Each self serve station has its very own field bar and a Rose quartz lamp. The rooms are all unique and each offer their own ‘Wow’ factor be it the view or a premier bathroom. It truly does not matter. Everywhere you turn, or simply by being still there is something magical to hear, smell, see and feel. It truly was something I will remember for the rest of my life and I so look forward to going back and sharing it with others! Thank you to Sashwa River of the Stars and every single member of staff. There aren’t enough stars in the sky to it justice Warmest regards Bianca Ronayne (Founder of Zenachi)

What an incredible dream place, everything someone could wish for. We went for a relaxing break away and it was so much more than that. With the options of nature walks / drives, meditation, yoga, spa treatments, star bath combined with the plant-based eating, wellness and ethics was just perfect. The infra red sauna overlooking the nature was also just wonderful, probably the best massage I've had aswell. One of the highlights was seeing the new lion cubs on one of the drives playing with his mother. Highly recommend to anyone whether you are looking for relaxation, safari, health or just a break where you are truly pampered, Sashwa has it all. We spent our last night having a star bath on the hill which was amazing. Thank you