Savanna Hermitage

Solo practice, desert solitude, deep immersion.

United States Arizona paid

Escape the everyday and dive deep into your practice at Savanna Hermitage, a unique solo eco-retreat set in the high desert of Arizona. This isn't your typical group retreat; instead, it's designed for those who crave solitude and self-direction in their meditation, qigong, or yoga journey. Imagine waking to the quiet expanse of the savanna, with the Chiricahua Mountains as your backdrop, and dedicating hours each day to cultivating higher consciousness. While basic vegetarian ingredients are provided for you to prepare your own meals, the real draw is the freedom to craft a personal schedule, whether that involves walking meditation on over a mile of private trails or exploring the stunning rock formations and waterfalls of the nearby mountains. It's a truly immersive experience for the independent practitioner.

Highlights

Exclusively for solo practitioners seeking deep solitude
Over a mile of private walking meditation trails on-site
Guests prepare their own meals with provided vegetarian ingredients
Encourages a minimum of 3 hours daily self-directed practice
Proximity to Chiricahua Mountains for extensive hiking

Good for

experienced meditatorsyoga practitionersqigong practitionerssilent retreatsnature loverssolo travelers

Setting

Perched at 4600 feet in the semi-desert rural savanna near Pearce, Arizona, the Hermitage offers a serene and expansive natural environment. The property spans 25 acres, with the majestic Chiricahua Mountains rising to nearly 10,000 feet nearby, providing a dramatic backdrop of rock formations, evergreen forests, and waterfalls. It's a landscape that encourages quiet contemplation and connection with nature.

The practice

Savanna Hermitage embraces a broad spectrum of higher consciousness practices, including Zen, mindfulness, Vipassana, Transcendental Meditation, Qigong, and Yoga. The core emphasis is on cultivating a meditative lifestyle through self-directed practice, with guests encouraged to dedicate at least three hours daily to sitting, walking, or movement meditation.

A typical day

Your day at Savanna Hermitage is largely self-directed, allowing for complete autonomy in your practice. While there's no fixed schedule, guests are encouraged to engage in at least three hours of meditation, qigong, or yoga daily, whether in their private room, the outdoor practice circle, or on the walking trails. Meals are self-prepared, offering flexibility around your practice times.

Accommodation

The Hermitage currently features two private cabins, designed for solo practitioners. Each cabin offers a dedicated space for personal practice, ensuring solitude and focus throughout your stay.

What to bring

Given the high desert climate, pack layers for varying temperatures, sturdy hiking shoes for the trails, and comfortable clothing for your practice. Don't forget any specific food items you might desire beyond the provided vegetarian ingredients.

Address Pearce, Arizona, USA

How to get there

The exact location of Savanna Hermitage, situated on 25 acres near West Turkey Creek and Chiricahua National Monument, will be provided upon booking. It's located in a semi-desert rural savanna near Pearce, Arizona.

Nearest airport: Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield (GRK) (48 km)

The nearest airport is Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield (GRK), approximately 48 km from the center. Guests will need to arrange their own transport from the airport.

Nearest city: Fort Cavazos

Languages

English

Pricing

Savanna Hermitage operates on a paid model. Specific pricing details are not provided in the source material, so please inquire directly with the center.

Climate

Located at an elevation of 4600 feet in the Arizona high desert, the climate can vary significantly. Expect warm days and cooler nights, with potential for dramatic temperature shifts. The nearby Chiricahua Mountains reach much higher elevations, influencing local weather patterns.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What kind of practice is expected of guests?

Guests are encouraged to engage in a minimum of three hours daily of self-directed practice, which can include sitting, lying down, walking/hiking, and movement meditation, qigong, yoga, or other higher consciousness practices. The focus is on solitary and self-directed cultivation.

Are meals provided, or do I need to bring my own food?

Basic vegetarian food ingredients are provided for guests to prepare their own meals. You are also welcome to bring your preferred foods or purchase them locally to supplement what is offered.

What are the accommodation options like?

The Savanna Hermitage currently offers two private cabins, each designed as a solo eco-retreat space. These cabins provide a dedicated environment for individual practice and solitude.

What is there to do outside of meditation practice?

The property features over a mile of walking meditation nature trails. Additionally, the nearby Chiricahua Mountains offer endless miles of hiking trails with stunning rock formations, evergreen forests, and magnificent waterfalls. The historical towns of Bisbee and Tombstone are also within 50 miles for exploration.

Is the Savanna Hermitage suitable for beginners?

While the center welcomes various forms of meditation and higher consciousness practice, it is primarily designed for self-directed practice in solitude. Beginners should be comfortable with a self-guided approach to their meditation journey.