Heal Yourself at an Eco Sanctuary

Taking time out for yourself is not only a luxury, it’s a necessity. While our fast-paced lives may make it feel like there’s no time for anything but work, our good health depends on taking a break that focuses on you. Treat yourself to a relaxing week away at some of our favorite eco-retreats…

Sanctuary Olonana, Kenya, Africa

If its rugged nature you seek, sign up for a spa-fari on a private stretch of the Mara River-a stones throw from where Out of Africa was filmed. This small and exclusive luxury safari camp (pictured above) prides itself on sustainable practices thanks to the Sanctuarys wetlands and tree-planting projects, earning it a silver award from Ecotourism Kenya. After dining on fare from the Sanctuarys organic garden, indulge in the mini-spa and pamper up with traditional, natural African remedies.

From $US389 per person.

www.sanctuaryretreats.com

Harmony Hill Wellness and Organic Spa, Hobart, Australia

Designed by owner Ami Nakamura using Feng Shui principles, Harmony Hill is sanctuary where rebalancing and re-energizing are a given. Ami makes all of the spas 100 per cent Australian certified organic products on-site. Treatments include iridology, kinesiology, Ayurveda, lymphatic drainage and chi energy healing. “This is not a traditional hotel or resort spa,” she says. “We focus on alternative therapies to offer a holistic health experience and we do not use chemicals for the extraction of ingredients and nutrients.”

Treatments start at $AU140

www.organicspa-retreat.com

Thermae Bath Spa, Bath, England

Travel to the heart of the historic city of Bath to bathe in the naturally warm, mineral-rich waters just as the Celts and Romans did nearly 2,000 years ago. Britians original natural thermal spa, water here is naturally hot and straight from the earth at 46 degrees centigrade. It also boasts more than 40 minerals and trace elements. Other highlights include an open-air rooftop pool with views of the city and surrounding hills, steam-rooms, relaxation areas and more than 50 complementary therapies and treatments.

Treatments start at