7-day Healing with Horses Retreat South Africa
7-day Healing with Horses Retreat South Africa
Lowveld, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Up to 8 in group
Sep 14 - 20, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Farmstyle stay and Private Villa Accommodation
- Healthy hearty meals
- Healing Sessions with the horses
- Groundwork with horses
- Workshops with the man who lives with the wild horses
- Excursion to a private waterfall
- Sunrise walk
- Excursion to Cultural African Lifestyle Centre
- Private Safari in search of the Big Five
- Excursion to misty forest
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Nicole is the founder of Soul Stride Healing.
She works intuitively with horses to create a safe and grounded space where healing can unfold naturally. Her approach is guided by presence, care, and deep respect for both people and animals. She holds each experience with attention and sensitivity, allowing insight and release to arise without force.
Nicole is a qualified Reflexologist, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist, Remedial Massage Therapist and Life Coach
Details of this retreat
Our South African Healing with Horses retreat offers something to our guests like no other.
An intimate experience that will leave you with memories and inner peace.
Your facilitator, Nicole was born and raised in South Africa in the exact area where the retreat is held and she is therefore able to share her personal experiences and guide guests to experience. Healing therefore unfolds through guided interaction with the horses, in time, in nature and at a pace that allows space for listening and feeling. Nothing is forced. Everything is invitational.
This retreat offers:
A farmstyle stay and private villa accommodation
Private healing sessions with the horses
Groundwork and workshops with the man who lives with the wild horses
Excursions to a private waterfall
Sunrise walks
Excursions to Cultural African Lifestyle Centre
A private Safari in search of the Big Five
Excursions to misty forests
An intimate experience that will leave you with memories and inner peace.
Your facilitator, Nicole was born and raised in South Africa in the exact area where the retreat is held and she is therefore able to share her personal experiences and guide guests to experience. Healing therefore unfolds through guided interaction with the horses, in time, in nature and at a pace that allows space for listening and feeling. Nothing is forced. Everything is invitational.
This retreat offers:
A farmstyle stay and private villa accommodation
Private healing sessions with the horses
Groundwork and workshops with the man who lives with the wild horses
Excursions to a private waterfall
Sunrise walks
Excursions to Cultural African Lifestyle Centre
A private Safari in search of the Big Five
Excursions to misty forests
Schedule
Each day starts with its own unique schedule. Some mornings start early with a sunrise walk to take in the breathtaking views. Other mornings start off with a trail ride.
Breakfast is served at 8:30
Healing sessions take place between 09:00 and 13:00
For those waiting for their one-on-one healing session, there are various activities to stay busy
Lunch is served at 13:00
Afternoons are filled with groundwork with the horses and workshops with the wild horses
Dinner is served at 18:30
Guests are welcome to retire any time after dinner or stay up around a campfire to share their experiences of the day
Breakfast is served at 8:30
Healing sessions take place between 09:00 and 13:00
For those waiting for their one-on-one healing session, there are various activities to stay busy
Lunch is served at 13:00
Afternoons are filled with groundwork with the horses and workshops with the wild horses
Dinner is served at 18:30
Guests are welcome to retire any time after dinner or stay up around a campfire to share their experiences of the day
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Soul Stride Healing, Lowveld, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Directions
Our South African retreat is situated in the Lowveld area in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Guests fly into OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa and can elect to take a further flight to the retreat, or travel by car (a 3.5 hour drive)
The nearest airport (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport) is just a 35 minute drive from our retreat
Guests fly into OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa and can elect to take a further flight to the retreat, or travel by car (a 3.5 hour drive)
The nearest airport (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport) is just a 35 minute drive from our retreat
Accommodation
Comfortable private villa and farmstyle accommodation for those seeking a tranquil and serene escape. Living close to the horses to be able to embrace the complete experience. Moreover, relish in extended conversations and campfire stories that extend into the night, or savor the profound silence beneath the bright stars. Awaken to the morning symphony of twittering birds, accompanied by a cup of coffee embracing the breathtaking views. A special environment. We then move on to a private villa in a lush resort set aside a river with nature trails amidst stunning wildlife. A place to relax and reclaim yourself.
Program Price
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
Comfortable farmstyle accommodation for those seeking a tranquil and serene escape. Living close to the horses to be able to embrace the complete experience. Moreover, relish in extended conversations and campfire stories that extend into the night, or savor the profound silence beneath the bright stars. Awaken to the morning symphony of twittering birds whilst embracing the breathtaking views.
Luxurious private villa accommodation in a lush resort set aside a river with nature trails.
Luxurious private villa accommodation in a lush resort set aside a river with nature trails.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
We serve fresh organic meals per our guests requirements.
Our meat is halaal should it be required.
What's Included
- Transfers to and from airport
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Healing Sessions
- Groundwork with horses
- Workshops
- Interaction with wild horses
- Excursions to private waterfall
- Excursions to Cultural African Lifestyle Centre
- Private Safari in search of the Big Five
- Excursions to misty forest
- Excursions
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Restaurant meals
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