Episode Number: 6

Property / Guest Name:
Sashwa – Peter Eastwood

Episode Summary:

• Peter Eastwood shares how a lifelong connection with Africa, rhino conservation and fundraising eventually led to the creation of Sashwa in the Greater Kruger.
• Discover Sashwa’s slower safari philosophy, with 12 rooms, a wellness focus and facilities including massage, infrared sauna, yoga, meditation, a saltwater pool and creative spaces.
• Hear how the unfenced Greater Kruger setting allows wildlife such as rhino, leopard, lion and wild dog to move freely through the area.
• Learn why lower vehicle numbers can create more relaxed wildlife sightings and allow guests to spend longer with animals without the pressure of constant rotation.
• Explore Sashwa’s 100% plant-based food philosophy, local produce sourcing and its wider connection to sustainability and community support.
• Pick up practical South Africa travel advice, including what to pack, how to approach wildlife photography responsibly and what may surprise first-time visitors to the country.

Guest Information:
Peter Eastwood
Founder
Sashwa

Key Takeaways / Topics Covered:

• Sashwa combines traditional Greater Kruger safari experiences with meditation, yoga, wellness and a slower daily rhythm.
• The lodge’s low vehicle density can create quieter, longer wildlife sightings than more crowded safari environments.
• Sashwa uses food, local sourcing, conservation partnerships and community initiatives as part of a broader effort to make a positive impact.

Contact Information:
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Blog Post:
https://www.keeptravelling.africa/blog/sashwa