Welcome to our Plant-Based Retreat where transformation awaits you! A retreat to offer an unparalleled experience that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and empowered. What sets this retreat apart from others, is the unwavering belief in the incredible potential of your body to heal and thrive.
Imagine developing complete confidence in your body and its remarkable ability to repair itself. The carefully crafted programs are designed with your well-being in mind, providing you with the tools and knowledge to confidently manage your health. Say goodbye to the fear of dreadful diseases or disabilities as you embark on a journey towards optimal well-being.
We pride ourselves on delivering an honest and authentic experience focused on your personal growth. With this retreat, you will not only gain valuable insights into your health but also receive the support and guidance needed to effortlessly continue your wellness journey once you return home. The retreat is designed to make being healthy enjoyable and accessible, no matter where you are in the world or what time it is.
By embracing the natural yet science-based principles and guidelines, your life will be forever changed. You will learn how to integrate these powerful practices into your daily routine, allowing them to become the solid foundation of your health. Get ready to unlock your true potential and experience a level of well-being you never thought possible.
Join us at this Plant-Based Retreat and embark on a life-changing adventure. Discover the boundless potential of your body, gain confidence in managing your health, and embrace a vibrant and empowered lifestyle. The journey starts here, and we can’t wait to guide you along the path to lasting wellness.
QUICK FACTS
Country:
Namibia
Dates:
23/06/2024 – 30/06/2024
Location:
Nambwa Tented Lodge, inside the Bwabwata National Park
The Kavango–Zambezi Trans frontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA) is the largest conservation area for wildlife in the world, spanning the international borders of five countries in Southern Africa. It includes a major part of the Upper Zambezi River and Okavango basins and Delta, the Caprivi Strip of Namibia, the south-eastern part of Angola, southwestern Zambia, the northern wildlands of Botswana and western Zimbabwe. The centre of this area you will find African Monarh Lodges inside the Bwabwata National Park, along the Kwando river with the confluence of the Zambezi and Chobe Rivers where the borders of Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe meet. The area incorporates a number of notable national parks, including Chobe National Park Botswana, Hwange National Park, and the Victoria Falls Zimabawe. The region is home to a migratory population of approximately 250,000 animals, including the largest population of African Elephants in the world.
Escape to the heart of this enchanting African bush and immerse yourself in a serene plant-based retreat like no other. Nambwa Tented lodge nestled high in tree canopies along the Kwando river, in this idyllic sanctuary is a haven for those seeking a harmonious connection with nature and a cruelty-free lifestyle. As you enter this blissful oasis, the vibrant melodies of exotic birds and the gentle rustle of leaves accompany you, guiding your path towards a profound sense of tranquillity. Surround yourself with ethereal beauty as you explore the lush, untamed wilderness teeming with wildlife, where encounters with majestic elephants, graceful giraffes, and playful monkeys, laughing Hippos, and the regular roar of a lion become cherished memories.
Indulge in a delectable array of plant-based cuisine carefully crafted by talented chefs, where organic, locally sourced ingredients take centre stage, nourishing both your body and soul.
Find solace in mindfulness practices amidst ancient Acacia trees. The ultimate will be to go for a barefoot foraging walk. Allow the transformative power of this plant-based retreat to awaken your senses, restore your inner balance, and deepen your connection to the remarkable rhythms of nature.
The lodge prides themselves on their fresh produce which is locally sourced from The Sijwa Project – sustainable, community empowerment initiative, which is located along the banks of the Kwando river. There is an adherence to strict conservation and permaculture principles throughout the plant-to-harvest process.
Wellness author, professional motivational speaker, and media personality, Mary-Ann Shearer is an author whose inspiring journey has made her a role model for resilience, authenticity and vitality.
This “healthy-lifestyle realist,” has spent the past 35+ years researching ways to become healthy, energized, and better equipped to thrive in today’s hectic society. She teaches principles that help people enjoy the comforts of living with a healthy mind and body.
Mary-Ann brings warmth, wisdom and a sense of humanity to her talks on how to live a life of balance, be healthy, have a focused mind, clear head, loads of energy and sleep well. She knows what it means to age gracefully and how we all have unimaginable potential not in spite of age, but because of it.
As an online influencer and thought leader, she mixes her own life experiences and expertise to deliver her platform messages with humour, humanity, and hope.
Hailing from South Africa, Mary-Ann has circled the globe motivating thousands of audiences. Her wellness talks include: Finding the Balance, Taking Control, Sex, Drugs and Cinnamon Rolls, Get on Track, Losing Your Mind?, The Naked Truth about Health, Sneezing and Aching, Living the Abundant Life, Ageing Gracefully, Healthy Kids…
Her focus is on bringing understanding to her audience on how to supply the basic needs of the body and fortify the body’s defences – improving health, increasing vitality, energy & delivering greater quality to longevity and preventing degenerative diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, age related muscle loss & fat gain, memory loss, dementia & Alzheimer’s disease
Mary-Ann works with people and with organizations who want to maximize their health and productivity, save thousands of healthcare dollars, have better attitudes, and accomplish more on a daily basis.
Mary-Ann’s aim is to show that it is fun and easy to be healthy, and it is this philosophy that inspires her many projects. She and her husband Mark have developed a unique range of whole food products available online and in stores, an online Natural Health Academy, a school from pre to 12th grade based on sustainable teaching methods and lifestyle principles, and a wholefood restaurant.
They run their businesses with their family from Somerset West in the Western Cape, South Africa.
Mary-Ann wrote the book The Natural Way – A Family’s Guide to Vibrant Health (25th reprint), to help meet the growing demand for her time and knowledge. Since then, Mary-Ann has helped hundreds of thousands of people to understand and correct their diet-related health problems. This first book (now Perfect Health – The Natural Way) has been completely updated to include the answers to the many questions she gets asked and as the handbook to her life changing 100 Days to Health program. Her book Perfect Weight, inspired the 30 Day Detox program and their book Take Control formed the foundation for their life altering 365 Days to Wellness and Personal Coached Group.
