Located in the heart of Botswana’s Okavango Delta, Wilderness has introduced an exciting new era in luxury wellness travel.
Opening its doors in October 2025, The Sanctuary at Wilderness Mombo offers a transformative retreat that blends reconnection with nature, tranquillity, and self-discovery, all while maintaining the highest levels of sophistication and comfort.
Set within one of Africa’s most extraordinary ecosystems, The Sanctuary blends seamlessly into its surroundings. Organic architectural forms, natural timber, and open-air design elements evoke a sense of grounded elegance, while panoramic views of the delta invite quiet reflection. This is not just a spa it’s a philosophy of wellness rooted in place.
A New Standard for Wilderness Wellness
The Sanctuary offers a curated suite of facilities that balance energy and rest. Guests can move between a lap pool designed for both exercise and contemplation, a traditional sauna paired with an ice bath, and a series of dedicated treatment rooms—including a couple’s suite and meditation cocoons. An air-conditioned gym with sweeping views and an open-air yoga deck complete the offering.
Each treatment draws on Africa’s timeless healing traditions, enhanced by advanced skincare science. The result is a deeply restorative experience that nurtures both body and spirit, while remaining in harmony with the environment that inspires it.
Signature Rituals
Two standout treatments anchor the wellness menu:
- The Mombo Signature Experience begins with a geranium-infused full-body exfoliation, followed by a mineral-rich African Mud Mask applied to the back. A tension-releasing massage with rosemary, black pepper, and pine essential oils leads into a calming scalp massage and a grounding foot ritual. Guests may opt for a hot stone variation to further ease muscle stiffness and boost circulation.
- The Tree of Life Journey celebrates the baobab—Africa’s symbolic ‘Tree of Life’—with a nourishing exfoliation using cedarwood, geranium, and baobab oil. This anti-ageing ritual is paired with a citrus-infused massage enveloped in shea butter blocks, leaving skin soft and spirits lifted.
The Spirit of Mombo
Known as The Place of Plenty, Mombo is one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich and awe-inspiring settings. The Sanctuary honours this spirit, offering guests not just treatments, but transformative journeys. Every detail – from the materials used to the rhythm of the day – is designed to support wellbeing and deepen connection to nature.
For the Discerning Traveller
With nightly rates from $2,805 per person sharing, Wilderness Mombo positions itself at the pinnacle of luxury wellness travel. For business travellers seeking meaningful downtime, executive retreat planners, or wellness-focused incentive groups, The Sanctuary offers a rare blend of exclusivity, immersion, and impact.