Aerial Hammock Retreat South Africa 2027

Join Marisa Brossard (@aerialbarbiee) and Amanda McDonald (@musicjoy) in beautiful South Africa for an Aerial Hammock Retreat. Join us for daily aerial practice among the wildlife of South Africa.

The retreat will include:

  • 5 Aerial Classes

  • 6 nights accommodations in a traditional circular African dwelling, called a Rondavel

  • Big Cat Game Drive

  • Elephant Sanctuary Excursion

  • Cradle Moon Reserve Game Drive

  • Boat Hippo Cruise

  • Hot Air Balloon Ride

  • Aerial Photoshoot

  • Breakfast

  • Transportation to and from the airport

Does not include:

  • Flights

  • Lunch & Dinner

  • Extra Services

  • You can expect 4-Star accommodations, at the beautiful Cradle Moon Lodge.

    Each Rondavel is spacious and offers in room coffee and tea, as well as, a large patio with wildlife at your doorstep.

    The retreat space is located within the Cradle of Humankind, a Unesco world heritage site.

    The space has its own training center for daily classes, a pool, a lake and two restaurants, among of plethora of excursion options.

    The Lodge is also home to over 20 species of wildlife, including rhino, giraffe, zebra and more that all roam free on the property.

    Please Note:

    • While WiFi is offered, it is limited

    • There are NO TV’s in the rooms, however one is located in the Lodge’s “TV Lounge”

    • There is NO fridge in the rooms

    • Do NOT feed the wildlife

  • Enjoy 5 aerial classes in a bright and spacious aerial studio, surrounded by local wildlife that roams the Lodge.

    Each class will have no more than 10 people, with 4 hammocks rigged.

  • Early Bird RETURNING Participants Pricing: - SOLD OUT

    Single: $3350

    Shared: $3100

    Non-Aerialist Participant Shared: $2850

    Early Bird FIRST TIME Participants Pricing - SOLD OUT

    Single: $3500

    Shared: $3250

    Non-Aerialist Participant Shared: $3000

    RETURNING Participants After Early Bird Pricing:

    Single: $3500

    Shared: $3250

    Non-Aerialist Participant Shared: $3000

    FIRST TIME Participants AfterEarly Bird Pricing:

    Single: $3650

    Shared: $3400

    Non-Aerialist Participant Shared: $3150

    RETURNING Participants After 3/30/27 Pricing:

    Single: $3650

    Shared: $3400

    Non-Aerialist Participant Shared: $3150

    FIRST TIME Participants After 3/30/27 Pricing:

    Single: $3800

    Shared: $3550

    Non-Aerialist Participant Shared: $3300

    Full Payments Due: July 1st, 2027

    No Sign Ups After July 1st.

    Send Amanda a $500 nonrefundable deposit to confirm your spot

  • September 9, 2027 - September 15, 2027

  • Cradle Moon Lodge is located near Johannesburg and Pretoria, South Africa.

    Participants will fly into Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport.

    Expect to land in South Africa by 11:30AM, for a 1PM shuttle to Cradle Moon Lodge.

    It is a 1 hour drive from the airport to the retreat space.

  • Cradle Moon Game Drive

    • Takes place on the game reserve we are staying at, which is home 40 different species of animals

    Elephant Sanctuary

    • Takes place at local sanctuary that is home to elephants rescued from the film industry

    Big Cat Game Drive

    • Takes place on a game reserve nearby, that is home to big cats, like lions and cheetahs, among others

    Boat Cruise

    • Takes place on Cradle Moon’s Lake Heritage, that is home to a family of hippos

    Hot Air Balloon Ride

    • Take in UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cradle of Humankind, from above.

    • Wearing layers of clothing, to adjust to the temperature, is recommended

    • Be prepared to leave at 3:30AM for this experience

    Aerial Photoshoot

    • Each participant will enjoy a 20 minute photoshoot with a professional photographer

    • Cycling Tour

    • Canoeing

    • Guided Hike

    • Fly Fishing

Meet Us

Amanda McDonald

Marisa Brossard

Ready to sign up?

Message Amanda or Marisa to place your nonrefundable deposit