Step into a world where nature’s beauty surrounds you, a stunning venue awaits,
and the aroma of healthy food fills the air. Unwind, laugh, and connect with like-
minded women, creating lasting friendships. This women’s retreat is your
sanctuary—a space to renew your spirit, recharge your energy, and live radiantly.
Find clarity and calm from the distractions of daily life, and emerge from this 3-day,
2-night retreat with a sense of awe, confidence, and deep connection. Join us for a
journey of renewal, connection, and joy in this breath-taking haven.
Immerse yourself in KwaZulu-Natal’s natural beauty. Explore serene forests, marvel at the stars, and discover unique mangrove ecosystems.
Benefit from the vast holistic classes available at this peaceful sanctuary including mindfulness classes, breathwork, and gentle morning movements.
Soak up the sun of Mtunzini’s pristine beaches, enjoy a wholesome picnic, where your feet touch the sand and the ocean shore is in perfect harmony
Enjoy a 2-hour barge ride along the Umlalazi River, with breath-taking scenery and wildlife that surrounds you.
Connect with the local vibe as we delight in a meal together and savour delicious cuisine at Coconut Beach & Bar restaurant.
Take time for yourself to relax, reflect, and absorb the beauty around you, letting your experiences sink in and enrich your soul.
A low to moderate fitness level is needed for nature walks and gentle movement sessions.
We encourage full participation to get the most out of the retreat. However, you are free to decide whether you’d like to participate in sessions. We will ask you to be mindful of noise levels when sessions are on should you be opting out of a session.
The weather in Mtunzini from during May is expected to be mild with daytime temperatures around 24°C and cooler evenings. Make sure to bring sun protection!
Absolutely, we will cater to dietary restrictions. You’ll receive a survey to share your preferences.
We’re expecting around 5-12 women, including facilitators and support staff.
A packing list will be sent in your welcome email. Don’t worry, we’ll help you make sure you’re prepped and ready for your retreat experience.
Deposits are non-refundable. If you need to cancel more than 30 days before the retreat, you can request a refund, which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat are non-refundable, as per our Terms & Conditions. We understand life happens—feel free to reach out to mandy@cafelife.co.za if you need special consideration.
This is an alcohol-free retreat, however, alcohol will be available to purchase when we are the Bush Baby for those who would like a glass of wine.
Connect with the healing power of nature through forest walks, beach time, and stargazing
Meet like-minded individuals and create lasting friendships.
Practical tools for resilience and emotional management through guided workshops and outdoor experiences.
Recovery of your energy sources – physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. It’s about being, not doing.
Retreat Life offers a much-needed moment of pause from the chaos of lifes challenges.
Our retreats blend the unique tools of resilience coaching with the restorative power of nature, creating a supportive and healing environment.
For over 18 years, our sister company, CAFE Life, has helped individuals thrive in the workplace. Now, Retreat Life provides the opportunity to engage and explore some of these proven tools in the soulful tranquillity of nature.
As a Resilience & Lifestyle Coach, Wellness Advocate, and Holistic Fitness Dance Teacher, I’ve dedicated years to guiding women toward resilience and personal growth. This journey inspired me to create Resilient Women and Lifestyle, a platform empowering women to thrive in all aspects of life.
I co-created Resilience In A Box and co-authored CAFE Life’s book, How The Question Changes Everything. My passion for connection, nature, and travel shapes my work.
I also facilitate corporate mixed team-building initiatives that foster connection, trust, and collaboration. My vision is to bring what I’ve learned from organizational and private sectors into my retreats, offering renewal, healthy emotional management, and mental fitness to support people in reconnecting with their inner strength from the soul outward.
Since I was young, I’ve had a passion for singing and performing. I’ve been privileged to dance, sing, and act across stages as both an international and national performer. You might have seen me in shows like We Will Rock You or Matilda. When I’m not on stage, you can find me exploring new places.
I’m also a proud co-founder of Purple Hat Studio, where I help clients achieve amazing things for their online presence.
My love for travel and experiencing different cultures inspired my vision of running retreats. These retreats help people tap into their creativity, discover themselves, and find more fun and balance in their lives. It’s about embracing the beauty around the world and being present to engage with life’s opportunities. I’m excited to share this journey with you!
I began my journey working with young people, where my passion for helping others grow took root. After transitioning into corporate roles at CHEP and Unilever, I took the plunge to chase my dream and purpose and started my own business, CAFE Life, which supports teams and organisations to build strong workplace cultures, to navigate change and to develop high performing teams.
My love for facilitation and coaching has enabled me to work in many countries, across many industries, at all levels in the organisational world.
Recently, I joined Retreat Life, the sister company to CAFE Life, which offers a unique space for deeper personal transformation. The retreat environment aligns perfectly with my passion.
I’m also the author of two books, Playfully Engaged and How The Question Changes Everything, and co-creator of Resilience In A Box, always seeking to inspire meaningful change.
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