10 - 13 September 2026
Southern Namibia
Evolve | Women’s Retreat
Reconnect with yourself. Move with intention. Evolve from within.
Growth begins by coming home to yourself.
EVOLVE is a women’s wellness retreat designed to help you reconnect with your body, quiet the noise of everyday life, and create space for meaningful transformation. Set amongst the breathtaking landscapes of the Namibian desert, this experience blends yoga, breathwork, meditation, sound healing, nourishing food, time in nature, and genuine connection.
The retreat unfolds through two guiding themes:
Embody: Slow down, reconnect with your body, and cultivate presence through mindful movement, breath, and rest.
Evolve: Build on that foundation as you embrace growth, gain clarity, and step into the next chapter of your life with intention and confidence.
Life moves quickly. This is an invitation to pause.
To spend a few days away from the demands of everyday life, reconnecting with yourself through movement, rest, nature, and community.
Come as you are. Leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and more at home in yourself.
Is this retreat for you?
You’re craving a reset
You want to reconnect with yourself
You’re navigating change
A community of like-minded women
You love nature and meaningful conversations
What you’ll experience
Breathwork
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Sound Healing
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Skincare Workshop
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Movement
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Meditation
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Nature Immersions
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Breathwork 〰️ Sound Healing 〰️ Skincare Workshop 〰️ Movement 〰️ Meditation 〰️ Nature Immersions 〰️
Testimonials
“You don’t need to know exactly what you’re looking for or what you’ll find. I certainly didn’t. What I discovered was a beautiful, safe space to reconnect with myself, meet incredible people, and experience moments of profound healing, insight and joy.
Some of the most meaningful things happened when I simply trusted the process and allowed myself to be present. If you’re feeling even the slightest nudge to book, I would encourage you to listen to it. It was one of the best gifts I’ve given myself.”
— Abby, The Zen Collective, Langebaan“It was really life changing for me, and the biggest gift I could give myself.”
— Andeline, Namibia“I felt so safely held in the energetic container we were in. Good holding allows us to remember that we are all ONE and I truly felt that and more this weekend.”
— Nakashwa, Namibia“This retreat was an opportunity to truly disconnect from the busyness of life and reconnect with yourself and others. Being in Namibia adds a unique and special energy to the experience - there’s something about the vastness and openness that creates space for reflection and growth.
The facilitation was also incredibly special. Both facilitators, Lily-Pearl and Tracy-Lee held the group with such care and authenticity, and their combined skills and offerings complemented each other beautifully. That's not always easy to find, and for me, it was a huge drawcard.”
— Past retreat guest from Cape TownWhere we gather
Nestled on the banks of the Orange River, Norotshama River Resort offers the perfect balance of comfort, nature, and adventure.
Your stay includes comfortable en-suite accommodation, a full-service restaurant, beautifully maintained gardens, and peaceful spaces to relax between sessions. Beyond the retreat, you can enjoy riverside walks, hiking trails, and seasonal canoeing, all set against the dramatic backdrop of Southern Namibia’s desert landscape and the region’s lush table grape vineyards.
Accomodation
Shared Room
N$ 9,500
A warm, grounding space designed for connection and shared experience.
Includes:
3 nights accommodation
All meals
Full retreat experience
Shared room (2–3 guests)
Gift Bag
A beautiful option for connection, softness, and ease
Classic Private Room
Your own private space to rest, integrate, and return to yourself.
A gentle balance between solitude and connection.
Includes:
3 nights accommodation
All meals
Full retreat experience
Private room
Gift Bag
For those craving quiet, space, and deeper rest
N$ 12,500
Luxury Private Room
Our most spacious and premium offering.
An elevated retreat experience designed for deep rest, comfort, and quiet luxury with a bathtub and office space overlooking the Orange River.
Includes:
3 nights accommodation
All meals
Full retreat experience
Executive suite
Gift Bag
A deeply nourishing, luxury experience
N$ 14,500
Retreat Booking Terms
Deposit & Payment
Currency - Namibia uses Namibian Dollars which is 1:1 with South African Rands. You are welcome to pay into a Namibian, South African, or an American account.
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place.
The remaining balance is due 30 days before the retreat, unless a payment plan has been arranged with us.
Cancellations & Transfers
If you need to cancel more than 30 days before the retreat, your booking may be transferred to a future retreat (subject to availability).
Cancellations made within 30 days can only be transferred if your place is filled by another guest. Please communicate with us in advance for these arrangements. No transfers within a week of the retreat.
All payments are non-refundable.
Payment Plans
Payment plans are available after your deposit has been received. Please get in touch if you’d like to arrange one.
Your Wellbeing
By booking, you confirm that you are physically and emotionally able to participate and take responsibility for your own wellbeing throughout the retreat. Our retreats are designed to support your wellness but are not a substitute for medical or psychological care.
A Few Final Notes
Please arrive on time and plan to stay for the full retreat so you can enjoy the complete experience. If we need to make small changes to the schedule due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, we’ll always do so with the best interests of the group in mind.
If the retreat needs to be postponed or cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, your booking will be transferred to the next available retreat date where possible.
Getting There
Norotshama River Resort in Aussenkehr, Southern Namibia is intentionally remote, and that sense of distance is part of the experience.
The resort is easily accessible by standard vehicle (no 4×4 required) via well-maintained roads from both Namibia and South Africa.
The nearest major airports are:
• Windhoek, Namibia — approximately 8.5–9 hours by road
• Cape Town, South Africa — approximately 7–8 hours by road
Many guests choose to make the journey part of the retreat itself. An opportunity to slow down as the landscape unfolds into vast open skies, desert mountains, and quiet stillness before arrival.
Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll be added to a private WhatsApp group where guests can:
• Coordinate carpooling
• Connect with others travelling from nearby regions
• Explore shared transport options if there’s enough interest
The retreat doesn’t begin when you arrive, it begins the moment you choose to make the journey.
Meet your facilitators
Founder & Host
Hi, I’m Lily-Pearl 🤍
For many years, my life moved at a fast pace. Living in places like Miami, I was constantly surrounded by stimulation, pressure, and the feeling of always needing to be “on.” It wasn’t until I began exploring how childhood experiences had shaped my nervous system that I realised how deeply our bodies hold onto stress and how important it is to create space to slow down.
That journey led me back to a more intentional way of living and eventually brought me to Namibia. Along the way, practices like yoga, breathwork, sound healing, and meditation became more than rituals, they became a way back to myself. My training in India deepened this path and inspired the vision behind Melo Pearl Retreats.
These retreats are a space to pause, reconnect, and gently return to yourself. Combined with the quiet beauty of the Namibian landscape, my hope is to create experiences that help you feel grounded, supported, and deeply at ease.
Co-Host
Meet Tracy-Lee 🤍
Tracy-Lee is a facilitator whose work is centred around embodiment, nervous system regulation, and creating spaces where people can reconnect with themselves in a grounded and meaningful way.
Drawing on practices such as Conscious Connected Breathwork, yoga, meditative movement, energy healing, and cacao, she gently guides others from mental overwhelm into greater presence, self-awareness, and ease. Her approach is rooted in the belief that healing doesn’t come from fixing ourselves, but from learning to meet ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and trust.
Inspired by nature and a deep respect for the wisdom of the body, Tracy-Lee offers practical tools that guests can carry beyond the retreat—supporting a more connected, balanced, and intentional way of living.
