•Learn about Identification & cultural/modern uses of 15 trees • Firefighting training • Ropes, knots and lashings • Pioneering • Open fire cooking • Tracking • Basic 1st Aid
• Trail rides with a well-trained herd • Cattle drives • Equine assisted leadership courses • Equine assisted therapy • Special photo shoots.
• How to function in a team • Fun activities to get to know your team members • How to manage time in a team • Exhilarating team challenges.
• Meditations • Nature art • Hikes • Pamper sessions • Relax with our horses.
At Edu-Nature, our mission is to inspire and empower individuals and teams through immersive outdoor experiences that awaken the senses, build inner strength, and foster a lasting connection to nature.
We believe that the wilderness holds unmatched power to heal, challenge, and transform. Through thoughtfully designed programs—from soul-refreshing Ladies Retreats to high-impact Team Building and character-building youth camps—we guide people of all ages to rediscover themselves, reconnect with others, and reset in the rhythm of nature.
Led by seasoned facilitators and wellness experts, every Edu-Nature experience is rooted in:
Emotional well-being
Mental clarity
Physical vitality
Authentic connection
Whether you’re looking for deep reflection, thrilling adventure, or team renewal, Edu-Nature offers more than just a break from routine—it’s a journey back to balance, growth, and purpose.
In a world filled with constant noise, pressure, and distraction, Edu-Nature offers something rare—intentional, soul-enriching experiences that combine personal growth with the power of the great outdoors.
Here’s why Edu-Nature stands apart:
Every retreat and camp is designed with a deeper goal in mind: to inspire emotional wellness, connection, and personal transformation. Whether it’s a leadership camp, ladies retreat, or corporate team-building event, our programs are never just for show—they’re crafted to make a real impact.
Our facilitators are experienced professionals—psychologists, functional therapists, and skilled outdoor leaders—who create safe, meaningful experiences that support both mental clarity and emotional insight.
From the serene forests of Modimolle to the rugged beauty of Waterval Boven, our locations are handpicked to offer both adventure and tranquility. Nature isn’t just our backdrop—it’s our co-facilitator.
We go beyond surface-level fun. From reflection fire circles to mindful hiking and guided activities, we help participants build lasting relationships—with themselves and each other.
No two people are the same—and neither are our retreats. We tailor each program to suit your goals, group dynamics, and energy, making every experience unique and deeply personal.
Karien, a certified functional therapist, brings over a decade of expertise from her role at St John’s College’s Outdoor Education Division. Her extensive background in functional therapy and outdoor education ensures that every adventure is not only exhilarating but also beneficial for your overall health and wellness.
Karien started Edu-Nature in 2022 when realizing the impact, the St John’s Wilderness Schools had on their students. She decided to bring this service to other schools and adults alike. The healing, grounding and detoxing affects nature had on people could no longer be kept exclusive.
We have absolutely loved having our boy home and getting some insight into his July Wilderness Camp experiences. Particularly jealous of the switch off from digital comms, in awe of the skills learnt, proud of the challenges faced, thrilled with the new friendships made and amazed by his growth…think the pap also made him grow in cm’s! There can’t be many schools that offer their students such an incredible opportunity and for this we’d like to thank St John’s for facilitating, encouraging and implementing the Wilderness programme. The hard work, thought, effort and commitment that went into this was truly evident and we are so grateful that this enabled the boys to enjoy this once in a life time experience. Warm regards,
My son Joe came back from Wilderness School filled with the joys of life and with lots of stories about the delicious food they ate and cooked on camp! Thank you so much for the massive role you and your team played in this special experience our boys have had.
We collected Benji early, along with the other boys that are on Waterpolo tour! Wow, what an incredible experience, Benji has grown up so much, he's become a young man in these few weeks. Independent, considerate, grateful, grounded, strong, kind.... And I'm sure so much more, but all I could get in the couple of hours he was home before heading off again on tour. (Such a lucky guy!) I want to thank you for incredible programme, unbelievable mentors, amazing setting and life-changing experiences for my boy. He embraced it with massive energy, learnt so much (definitely pushed the boundaries but hopefully learnt from that too) and made bonds for life.