Jungian Pilgrimage to Kenya
Overview
Experience an incredible opportunity to embark on a journey of exploring your personal myth through dreams and archetypes on ancient Africa soil. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Kenyan landscapes, meet soulful people, encounter wildlife in its natural habitat, and embrace the profound wisdom ingrained in Africa’s ancient heritage. Join experienced guides Jeanne Schul, PhD, and Miriam Smith for a life-altering pilgrimage. Discover more about the extraordinary adventure that awaits!
Basic Schedule
Nairobi
You will arrive in the capital city of Nairobi where Jeanne and Miriam will meet and welcome you. This thoughtfully curated pilgrimage will allow you to experience the places and people of Kenya in life-altering ways that traditional tourism misses.
echoes of eden, naivasha
You will have the opportunity to catch breathtaking views down into the Great Rift Valley as we travel towards Naivasha. We will explore Lake Naivasha, the only fresh water lake in the Rift Valley. Boat rides on the lake give us the chance to experience the exotic bird life as well as hippopotami in the water! A walking safari on Crescent Island is a favorite, where Out of Africa was filmed. (You might wish to watch this 1985 film with Merrill Streep and Robert Redford before you come!) There will also be opportunity to participate first-hand with children and youth through the nonprofit environmental work of Eden Thriving in local communities.
SAFARI
We will go on safari within one of Kenya’s great wildlife ecosystems. There we will be met by our local drivers and guides. Their knowledge of the terrain and the animal habitat will make our experience wonderfully rich and exciting such as we experience close encounters with elephants, giraffes, a variety of antelopes, cape buffalos, zebras, lions, cheetahs, ostriches, hyenas, warthogs, wildebeests, impalas and much more. Our early morning safaris will be followed by a hearty breakfast. Rest is recommended during the heat of the day. Our evening safari drives conclude with ‘sundowners’ and ‘bitings’ surrounded by wildlife as the sun sets, before we settle into a lovely evening meal and hot showers. Our safari will also offer us a cultural experience with local tribal warriors, who are our hosts.
Immerse in the indian ocean
The Indian Ocean’s beautiful beaches are world renowned, as is their Swahili culture and cuisine. We will explore the cultures and architecture shaped by centuries of trade along this magnificent coast. We will explore our inner depths through ritual and dream work as we allow these ancient watery landscapes to speak to us.
Hosts
During your stay in Kenya, Miriam Smith, a long-time resident of Africa, will be your knowledgeable host, providing insights into Kenya, and connecting you with local cultural guides. She holds a profound respect for the sacred land. Jeanne Schul will lead body therapy movement sessions to maintain physical health as well as guiding sessions to explore our dreams and synchronicities. Inspired by Jung, we’ll delve into how our time in Africa shapes our personal myth and influences our psyches, bodies, and souls. Miriam and Jeanne will also offer spiritual practices to enhance your soulful pilgrimage experience.
more reading on Carl Jung’s African Journey:
- https://wisdomofrishis.com/carl-jungs-experience-in-africa/
- https://carljungdepthpsychologysite.blog/2020/06/08/carl-jung-in-kenya-and-uganda/
- https://ashevillejungcenter.org/product/jung-and-africa/
Activities
Frequently Asked Questions
Experience 12 stunning days in Kenya for an in-country cost of only $5500. This will include:
- All in-country double occupancy accommodations
- Scheduled meals; wine/beer included at dinner – other alcoholic drinks not included
- Professional guide and dining tips
- All in-country travel and ground transportation
- All scheduled activities and site-seeing entry fees
- Boating excursion on Lake Naivasha.
- Walking safari on Crescent Island.
- Authentic Kenyan Safari
- Hotel accommodations on arrival day in Nairobi – bookings for extra days before or after are not included
This cost excludes: international flights, visas, vaccinations, travel insurance, alcohol beyond what is provided at dinner, personal purchases, costs related to extra travel/hotel beyond trip dates, costs related to missed flights, late arrival, missing luggage etc.
The mornings and evenings are cool and the days are warm and sunny in Nairobi, Naivasha and on Safari. The coast is sunny and humid. Sunrise and sunset are 12 hours apart and occur between 6:30 -7:30 pm year round.
Yes, Kenya requires the yellow fever vaccination, although many bring a doctor’s letter for exemption. Please ask your doctor or travel clinic what other vaccines are recommended. Malaria preventative is important if you will be travelling to any coastal areas.
Accommodations will be comfortable, modern and include hot showers, wifi, comfortable bedding and amenities. You will not be roughing it, even on safari the glamping style safari tents are luxury.
Yes, most accommodations will have wifi access. It is recommended to check to with your phone service provider for their international data roaming rates and packages before travelling overseas.
