with a Journey to Inzalo ye Langa & the Itsalo Womb Circle
(October 2026 Pilgrimage)

South Africa: The Cradle of Humanity & Ancient Sun Temples

This Earth Bhakti Experiential Pilgrimage of origin is a rare opportunity for seekers, artists, healers, and spiritual practitioners from all backgrounds to immerse in the sacred landscapes of the origin of humanity and humanity’s consciousness — the place of Inzalo ye Langa (“Birthplace of the Sun”), the Bokoni sites of ancient stone circle temples, including Itsalo circle (One of the places where Credo Mutwa was initiated) and the ancestral White Lions of Timbavati.

Led by Anja Marais, artist, diviner, and founder of Earth Bhakti, alongside native guides, this pilgrimage weaves together ceremony, sound, and ancestral connection at one of the most potent energetic vortexes on Earth. Local wisdom keepers, Sangomas, and custodians of the land will join us to share their traditions, rituals, and healing practices.

As our world undergoes profound change, many people feel uprooted from their cultural memory and belonging. This pilgrimage offers an anchoring — returning to humanity’s oldest landscapes, to receive guidance and healing from both the ancestors of the land and the cosmic forces once honored here.

The Pilgrimage

During the journey, participants will visit and experience:

• The Cradle of Humankind (World Heritage Site, Johannesburg): grounding the pilgrimage where humanity’s earliest ancestors walked.

• Inzalo ye Langa (Birthplace of the Sun): visit the oldest stone calendar in the world. Ceremony and meditation at the ancient stone circle — including the Mother Stone called by Credo Mutwa, uMazisakazi).

• Bokoni sites including the Itsalo Fertility Circle: a sacred initiation site associated with the womb of creation, where Sangomas have undergone initiations for centuries.

• White Lions of Timbavati: an encounter with these rare beings considered star messengers by African traditions.

• Ceremonies with Sangomas: guided rituals, healings, and ancestral dialogues with traditional healers.

• Sound & Song Circles: guided by Anja, weaving song, chant, and sound resonance into the land and stones.

Participants will be guided in offerings, rituals of gratitude, and Earth-connected practices, receiving renewal, empowerment, and connection to ancestral memory.

Why Now?

• Restoring Lineage Memory: Many feel a call to return to the root — the Cradle of Humanity — to remember who we are beyond borders, beyond time, and reconnect with the ancestral currents that flow through us.
• The Legacy of the Sun Temples: These sacred sites carry the imprint of ancient cosmologies, including alignments with Sirius and the myths of the Annunaki — stories of beings who once walked the Earth and shared knowledge of the stars. Now, more than ever, these celestial connections offer guidance for awakening humanity to its deeper purpose.
• Returning to the Earth: This pilgrimage is a conscious step into the wisdom of the Sacred Feminine, honoring the cycles of life, birth, and renewal. By standing on the stones where it all began, we are reminded of our responsibility as stewards of the Earth, to protect, nurture, and carry forward the sacred legacy of life.
• A Rite of Belonging: This journey is not tourism. It is a rite of passage — a return to alignment with the Earth, the ancestors, and the cosmos — inviting each pilgrim to rediscover their place in the eternal story of life.

Itinerary (Draft Flow)

Day 1–2: Johannesburg – Cradle of Humankind

• Arrival and grounding.

• Opening ceremony circle.

• Visit Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng Visitor Centre — the birthplace of humanity.

Day 3–5: Bokoni Sites / Itsalo Fertility Circle/ Sudwala Caves

• Teachings and rituals on the womb of creation.

• Ceremonial vigil, guided by Sangomas and healers.

• Healing sessions and personal ancestral dialogues.

• Exploration of Sudwala Caves, the world’s oldest caves — portals into earth memory.

Day 6–7: Inzalo ye Langa (Birthplace of the Sun)

• Guided tour with local custodians.

• Sound meditations and offerings.

• Teachings on the different stones an there allignment to cosmic events including the “Mother Stone” (uMazisakazi).

• Sunset & night sky stargazing — alignments with Sirius and ancestral cosmologies.

Day 8–10: Panorama Route Immersion

• Journey through Mpumalanga’s legendary sacred landscapes which can include:

  • Blyde River Canyon – Earth’s womb valley.

  • Three Rondavels – ancestral rock guardians.

  • Bourke’s Luck Potholes – water-carved spirals, portals between worlds.

  • Lisbon Falls – cleansing and renewal.

  • God’s Window – vision and foresight.

  • Pinnacle Rock – axis of sky and earth.

  • Graskop Gorge Lift – descent into indigenous forest for grounding.

Day 11–12: Timbavati – White Lions

• Visit the sacred lands of Timbavati, home of the rare White Lions.

• Teachings from local custodians on the White Lions as star messengers.

• Ceremony in their presence to honor their role in ancestral prophecy.

Day 13–14: Kruger National Park

• Safari immersion into one of Africa’s most iconic wild landscapes.

• Encounters with the Big-5: elephants, lions, rhino, leopard, African buffalo, and ancestral animal spirits of the savanna.

• Reflection circles connecting wildlife with myth, story, and ancestral guidance.

Day 15: Closing Integration

• Return to Johannesburg.

• Closing circle with sound and storytelling.

• Sharing visions, healing, and intentions to carry forward.

Services Included

• Airport pickup and transfers

• Lodging in eco-lodges and bungalows.

• Daily meals (local, vegetarian-friendly) – excluding drinks.

• Entry fees for sites and reserves

• Ceremonies with Sangomas (fees & offerings included) – excluding tipping.

• Teachings and facilitation with Anja & guest custodians

• Sound and story circles

• Sacred items for rituals (crystals, water vessels, offerings)

Exclusions:
International airfare, tips, drinks, personal expenses, and optional excursions not listed.

Additional Information:
A small group – between 8 – 12.

Two upcoming pilgrimages in 2026: Dates to be announced.