Reset & Recover in the Drakensberg
Reset & Recover in the Drakensberg
Antbear Eco Lodge, Estcourt, South Africa
Up to 2 in group
Open Dates
Retreat Highlights
- Immerse yourself in a restorative week of rest and guided self-exploration. This retreat is designed to help you uncover the purpose behind your material goals and integrate conflicting parts that stop you from moving towards your goal. Surrounded by the tranquil rhythms of farm life and inspiring mountain landscapes, this retreat is a blend of guided sessions and time to reflect on your own.
- The week begins with a coaching session to clarify a goal, moving through the different levels of neurology to align your goal with your beliefs, values, and purpose. We'll identify an inner conflict that prevents you from moving forward and gently integrate these conflicting parts. Next, we'll evaluate possible choices and identify the resources you need to move forward and take action. We'll end the week with a practical plan to integrate the insights into an actionable plan you can take home as a reminder of the commitments you identified.
- At the end of the week, you'll walk away with a renewed sense of purpose, determination, and motivation to move towards your goal, as well as the practical tools to guide you. This week is just the start of a quest to create a life by design, not by the default patterns you've inherited from your ancestors.
- No perfection required.
- This retreat is for you if:
- You're navigating a major transition in life and want to reset and recalibrate, and uniquely design your own life story.
- You're successful by social standards but crave creative self-expression, community, and connection.
- You’re seeking fresh inspiration to bring more curiosity, purpose, and joy into your life’s next chapter.
- You feel stuck in a painful cycle you want to break free from.
- You yearn for a deeper, more soulful connection with your partner.
- You're searching for gentle conflict resolution tools that will allow you to create a more harmonious life.
- A destination far away from the noise and close to nature.
- Gain clarity and alignment with a more purpose-driven life.
- Reconnect with yourself.
- A place where you can care for yourself without distractions.
- Walk away with a new perspective, renewed motivation, and a practical plan.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
With a background in technology, working in large companies and with complex systems and teams, and an interest in the healing arts, Kate blends a practical, outcome based approach with the different layers of the human psyche for deep transformation. If you want a guide who’s authentic, practical, and unafraid to do things differently; someone to help you drop the masks and create a life you truly love, you’ll feel right at home.
Her own healing journey includes family constellations, psychology, coaching, EFT tapping, yoga, breathwork, counselling, meditation, reiki, martial arts and more. It was only when she mastered the art of processing deep and painful emotions that transformation became possible. She has helped numerous people deal with difficult life transitions, recovering from burnout and remembering their purpose and help them develop the confidence to go after what they want.
What makes her special is her ability to uncover subconscious patterns that block people from achieving their dreams in a gentle, non-judgmental way. She specializes in personal leadership development and creating a purpose life. Whether you're an executive at work or a stay-at-home mom, she will help you create an impactful and profound shift.
If you want a guide who’s authentic, practical, and unafraid to do things differently, someone to help you drop the masks and create a life you truly love, you’ll feel at home here.
If you're looking for positive and lasting change, you're in the right place. Let’s do this. No perfection required.
Details of this retreat
This is an intensive self-discovery program, combining transformative coaching with relaxation and nurturing at your own pace. The perfect place for healing, this program is for those who feel overwhelmed, hopeless, confused, or struggling with big life transitions.
At the end of the program you will have gained more clarity on your purpose-aligned next steps towards your goal, and have worked through the first layers of resistance that keeps you from achieving your dream life.
At the end of the program you will have gained more clarity on your purpose-aligned next steps towards your goal, and have worked through the first layers of resistance that keeps you from achieving your dream life.
Schedule
This is an intensive self-discovery program, combining transformative coaching with relaxation and nurturing at your own pace. The perfect place for healing, this program is for those who feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or confused.
At the end of the program you will have gained more clarity on your purpose-aligned next steps, and have worked through the first layers of resistance that keeps you from achieving your dream life.
Schedule
Day 1: Arrive and settle in
Check-in anytime from 14.00pm and settle in.
We'll start off the journey in an introductory coaching session before dinner, establishing a baseline as well as identify the shift you hope to make during the program and what you want to walk away with.
Enjoy dinner either in the main lodge area or in the comfort of your room.
After dinner you will be guided to the outdoor hammock camp with Mlindeni, where you can enjoy views of the uninterrupted starry sky as you lay in a hammock, listening to African folk tales which has been passed on through multiple generations, giving you insight into the Zulu culture while reminding you of your connection to the stars and your ancestors.
Day 2: Uncovering purpose-aligned goals
We'll start the day with a mindful nature walk and add an energy and breathwork routine to get your energy flowing correctly and prepare your body for the energetic shift.
After breakfast we'll start with an outdoor (weather permitting) coaching session where you will be guided through a gentle process through all the levels of your neurology to uncover the why behind your particular goal for a purpose-aligned vision of a desired future you might have, whether it is a better relationship, a career focused goal, or simply gaining clarity as to what a happier life will look like for you.
After lunch you have some free time to process your insights and what came up during the session, before we'll go for a walk around the lodge enjoying the view and fresh air.
Day 3: Integrating conflicting parts
After our regular morning practice and breakfast you will receive a two and a half hour massage package in the comfort of your room.
After lunch we'll identify the inner conflict that keeps you from reaching your goal and integrate opposing parts in a coaching and connection session, creating more peace and harmony in your inner as well as outer life. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to relax, process the insights, and just relax.
Day 4: Obtaining the resources to move you forward
After the regular morning practice and breakfast we'll have another deep coaching session to evaluate options or choices and identifying all the resources needed to move you towards your goal. In this session, you'll be guided through two possible futures, evaluating which one is most aligned with your values, beliefs, and purpose. Once you've decided which metaphorical road to take, we'll identify the resources to help you gain the confidence to take the next step.
After lunch you have a day of leisure to use as you want.
Day 5: Preparing for the return
After our final morning practice and breakfast we'll have a practical wrap-up coaching session to evaluate your shift and put all your insights into an actionable plan you can take home to integrate all these changes into your daily life.
You can choose to have lunch at the lodge or head back home with a lunch pack.
At the end of the program you will have gained more clarity on your purpose-aligned next steps, and have worked through the first layers of resistance that keeps you from achieving your dream life.
Schedule
Day 1: Arrive and settle in
Check-in anytime from 14.00pm and settle in.
We'll start off the journey in an introductory coaching session before dinner, establishing a baseline as well as identify the shift you hope to make during the program and what you want to walk away with.
Enjoy dinner either in the main lodge area or in the comfort of your room.
After dinner you will be guided to the outdoor hammock camp with Mlindeni, where you can enjoy views of the uninterrupted starry sky as you lay in a hammock, listening to African folk tales which has been passed on through multiple generations, giving you insight into the Zulu culture while reminding you of your connection to the stars and your ancestors.
Day 2: Uncovering purpose-aligned goals
We'll start the day with a mindful nature walk and add an energy and breathwork routine to get your energy flowing correctly and prepare your body for the energetic shift.
After breakfast we'll start with an outdoor (weather permitting) coaching session where you will be guided through a gentle process through all the levels of your neurology to uncover the why behind your particular goal for a purpose-aligned vision of a desired future you might have, whether it is a better relationship, a career focused goal, or simply gaining clarity as to what a happier life will look like for you.
After lunch you have some free time to process your insights and what came up during the session, before we'll go for a walk around the lodge enjoying the view and fresh air.
Day 3: Integrating conflicting parts
After our regular morning practice and breakfast you will receive a two and a half hour massage package in the comfort of your room.
After lunch we'll identify the inner conflict that keeps you from reaching your goal and integrate opposing parts in a coaching and connection session, creating more peace and harmony in your inner as well as outer life. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to relax, process the insights, and just relax.
Day 4: Obtaining the resources to move you forward
After the regular morning practice and breakfast we'll have another deep coaching session to evaluate options or choices and identifying all the resources needed to move you towards your goal. In this session, you'll be guided through two possible futures, evaluating which one is most aligned with your values, beliefs, and purpose. Once you've decided which metaphorical road to take, we'll identify the resources to help you gain the confidence to take the next step.
After lunch you have a day of leisure to use as you want.
Day 5: Preparing for the return
After our final morning practice and breakfast we'll have a practical wrap-up coaching session to evaluate your shift and put all your insights into an actionable plan you can take home to integrate all these changes into your daily life.
You can choose to have lunch at the lodge or head back home with a lunch pack.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Purpose Quest Retreats, Antbear Eco Lodge, Estcourt, South Africa
Directions
Note: There is currently roadworks between Durban and Antbear Lodge and it is advised to avoid Mooiriver. Stay on the N3 and take the Estcourt exit.
Directions from Johannesburg
The estimated driving time by car is around 4 hours 35 minutes to 5 hours, depending on traffic and exact route. The total driving distance is approximately 400 km (about 248 miles).
Exit N3 at 2nd Estcourt turn off (175) signposted Wembezi.
Turn right and cross over the N3.
After 500 meters, turn left onto a dirt road signposted Zulu Waters / Moor Park.
Travel for approx 8 km.
At the Y-junction, take the left fork signposted Zulu Waters / Moor Park.
Continue on this road for 15km.
The Lodge is on the left signposted Antbear Guest House 5 km after you cross the metal bridge.
Drive up the farm road for 2 km
Directions from Durban
The estimated driving time by car is around 2 hours, depending on traffic and exact route. The total driving distance is approximately 180 km.
Travel along the N3.
Take the off ramp 152 between Estcourt and Mooi River.
Travel in the direction of Hidcote.
After 7 km, you will encounter a T-junction.
Turn right towards Giants Castle. After 14 km, turn right towards Moor Park onto a dirt road.
The Lodge is on the right, signposted Antbear Guest House 5.5 km down the dirt road.
Drive up the farm road for 2 km.
Directions from Giants Castle Game Reserve
The estimated driving time by car is around 40 - 50 minutes, with a total driving distance is approximately 40 km.
Leave Giants Castle Game Reserve and stay on this road for 20km.
You will drive through the rural settlement called Hlatikhlu.
Turn right towards Mooi River onto a tar road.
After 10km, turn left onto a dirt road signposted Antbear Lodge. T
he Lodge is on the right, signposted Antbear Guest House 5.5 km down the dirt road.
Drive up the farm road for 2 km.
Directions from Johannesburg
The estimated driving time by car is around 4 hours 35 minutes to 5 hours, depending on traffic and exact route. The total driving distance is approximately 400 km (about 248 miles).
Exit N3 at 2nd Estcourt turn off (175) signposted Wembezi.
Turn right and cross over the N3.
After 500 meters, turn left onto a dirt road signposted Zulu Waters / Moor Park.
Travel for approx 8 km.
At the Y-junction, take the left fork signposted Zulu Waters / Moor Park.
Continue on this road for 15km.
The Lodge is on the left signposted Antbear Guest House 5 km after you cross the metal bridge.
Drive up the farm road for 2 km
Directions from Durban
The estimated driving time by car is around 2 hours, depending on traffic and exact route. The total driving distance is approximately 180 km.
Travel along the N3.
Take the off ramp 152 between Estcourt and Mooi River.
Travel in the direction of Hidcote.
After 7 km, you will encounter a T-junction.
Turn right towards Giants Castle. After 14 km, turn right towards Moor Park onto a dirt road.
The Lodge is on the right, signposted Antbear Guest House 5.5 km down the dirt road.
Drive up the farm road for 2 km.
Directions from Giants Castle Game Reserve
The estimated driving time by car is around 40 - 50 minutes, with a total driving distance is approximately 40 km.
Leave Giants Castle Game Reserve and stay on this road for 20km.
You will drive through the rural settlement called Hlatikhlu.
Turn right towards Mooi River onto a tar road.
After 10km, turn left onto a dirt road signposted Antbear Lodge. T
he Lodge is on the right, signposted Antbear Guest House 5.5 km down the dirt road.
Drive up the farm road for 2 km.
Accommodation
Each unit is spacious and private, designed with an artistic flair where every piece of wooden furniture is handcrafted by Antbear Lodge's owner, making each unit truly unique. Ideal for solo travellers, couples, or families. Luxurious en-suite bathroom with a jacuzzi spa tub and/or shower (select units have only a shower). Cozy wood-burning fireplace with a comfortable sitting area. Tea and coffee tray. Hairdryer. Mini bar fridge. Free wifi in the lodge, where there is ample space upstairs to relax on a sofa (not in the units). Pet-friendly, with some units enclosed. Pets are welcome at no extra cost. The price is listed per person.
Program Price - Basic Private Unit - Single Occupancy (Solo)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
An eclectic and spacious space filled with unique woodwork, ample space to walk around, a fruit orchard, forest labyrinth, and self-help honesty bar.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Most of the vegetables and fruit are grown on the farm itself, with a variety of hearty meals served, catering to most dietary requirements. Please specify any dietary requirements before you arrive.
What's Included
- Fully inclusive accommodation.
- Breakfast, lunch and three course dinner daily.
- Specialized sessions.
- Full body massage.
- Custom program based on your specific needs.
- Post-retreat support with three virtual coaching follow-ups and a pdf journal.
What's Not Included
- Airfare, airport transfers and travel insurance.
- Visa costs.