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The Amara Moon deck at dusk, a fire pit burning beneath festoon lights with the studio glowing beyond in the pines
Amara Moon

Amara Moon

Yoga & Wellness Sanctuary · Orangekloof Valley, Hout Bay

A forest retreat designed to nurture the well-being of every visitor.

The invitation

To relax, feel and explore yourself from a place of joy and wonderment.

Amara Moon is a small well-being sanctuary nestled in the leafy heart, Cape Town's most breathtaking coastal valleys. Cradled between beautiful mountains, indigenous fynbos and the Atlantic Ocean, it is a place where nature invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with yourself. Legend has it that where the oceans meet, the land holds a rare and powerful energy. Surrounded by the constant movement of wind, water, earth and sky, many who visit the Cape describe an immediate sense of peace, grounding and belonging... as though they have finally come home.

Our Balinese inspired grounds and accommodations redefine comfort and style, allowing you to focus on your healing journey while enjoying a sanctuary dedicated to offering meditative experiences and ceremonies.

We offer a peaceful yoga studio with stereo sound system and props. An outdoor forest deck perfect for nature classes or a boogie under the stars. Every corner of Amara holds a different medicine, depending on what your nervous system needs on any given day.

The sea
Off the mountain and on the beach in 3km
The mountain
Private access to mountain trails and Myburghs waterfall ravine
Sunset light on the forest trail beside the stream, climbing towards Myburghs waterfall ravine
The grounds

Everything here, in one place

The studio and the grounds are yours for the session, arrive early, stay after, enjoy the nature decks and water as much as the practice.

The Oasis Studio

  • Peaceful 30m² yoga shala
  • Sound system
  • Kitchenette
  • Two connected bathrooms with showers

Water and heat

  • Swimming pool
  • Infrared sauna
  • Hot tub

Outdoors

  • Outdoor sun deck
  • Nature's dining area and lounge
  • Fire pit
  • Braai area
What runs here

Practices through the week

Yoga, breathwork, movement, beach yoga and trail hikes. Days and times for the coming season are being confirmed.

See the programme
Stay the night

Pine Forest Cabin

A self-contained cabin for two, tucked into the pines with its own entrance. Wake up to the valley, walk to the waterfall before breakfast, and be at the beach in ten minutes.

  • Sleeps 2 guests
  • Private entrance & bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Access to pool & deck
  • Private access to mountain trails
  • Free parking on site
  • Fast wifi

Rates on enquiry

Check availability
The open-plan living room with a wood-burning stove, deep sofa and the kitchen beneath the mezzanine
Teach at Amara Moon

We are inviting experienced teachers and facilitators to join our community!

Yoga, movement modalities, sound journeys, breath journeys and plant ceremonies. For a regular slot in the studio, workshop or a private retreat with use of the whole property.

Work with us
Where the oceans meet

Come to practice, to teach, to dip in the salt pool, recover in the sauna or simply sit on the deck and watch the light move across the valley. Its an ideal place to host your own private group for the day, connect with the community or self retreat. Whatever it is, we are here to support you along your journey of self-discovery and nervous system reset, although the forest does most of that work.

It is within this extraordinary landscape that every experience is inspired by the wisdom of the towering trees that stretch skyward like yogis in a permanent upward salute. Your journey to peace, balance and rejuvenation begins at Amara Moon.