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Join us in the raw, breathtaking beauty of the African wilderness to reignite your soul, awaken your instincts and return to the truth of who you are. This is not a retreat for the faint of heart. It’s for those courageous women who are ready to step off the path, rewrite the rules and create a life that actually makes you feel alive. You were born to live wild and unapologetically you.
Hosted by Chantelle & Elle
📍 Mdluli Safari Lodge (Kruger, South Africa)
🗓️ March 13th-March 18th 2026 (5 nights) + optional 3-day Cape Town pre-trip March 10th-March 13th 2026
EARLY BIRD SAVES $1000 - ENDS DECEMBER 10TH OR WHEN WE SELL THE FIRST 4 SPOTS!
You were never meant to live small.
You’ve built the career, kept up the pace, held it all together. The meetings, the deadlines, the constant doing. You’ve been running on autopilot for so long you almost forgot what alive feels like.
You’ve checked every box they said would make you happy, but somewhere between the long hours and the quiet Sunday dread, you started disappearing.
Now you wake up exhausted before the day even starts. You’re successful but not alive. Accomplished by not expressed.
You know there’s something more, something real, something raw, something TRUE, fighting to break free.
You’ve tried to fix it — the books, the yoga and the weekend escapes. They help for a moment, maybe a week – but then you’re right back into the cage you built.
Because this isn’t about doing more. It’s about remembering who you were before the world told you who to be.
You’re not burnt out from life — you’re burnt out from living someone else’s version of it. You’re living a life that looks perfect but feels empty.
Meet Your Guides
Elle is a conscious connected breathwork facilitator who guides women through embodiment practices to help them drop from their heads into their hearts, heal from past traumas, and strip away layers of conditioning to create nervous system regulation, clarity and aliveness.
Elle lives in South Africa where she is deeply connected to the land, the communities and knows the power Africa has for transformation.
Chantelle has guided over 500 women to find and free their authentic voice through her signature Story Activation methodology.
A master storytelling coach and speaker, she knows that your most powerful transformation comes not from learning something new, but from releasing what was always there.
We're not interested in helping you optimize the life that’s been draining you. We're here to help you reclaim your REAL one.
Together, we’ve created something rare - a luxury retreat that doesn’t just pamper you, it propels you forward on your path of becoming.
Where the African wilderness becomes your teacher.
Where breathwork cracks you open to truth.
Where story work calls your voice back home.
Where fire ceremonies burn through what no longer belongs.
Where sisterhood becomes a medicine-holding you as you shed the old and rise new.
This isn't mindset work. This is soul retrieval. Wild remembering.
Coming home to yourself.
Africa Isn't Just A Location.
It's A Living, Breathing Teacher.
We could do this work anywhere — but we chose Africa for a reason.
This land breathes with primal life force.
Where the land has held humanity since the beginning.
Where the noise of the modern world fades, and only what’s real remains.
Where the lion’s roar at dawn reminds you: playing small isn’t natural — it’s learned.
Where the stillness of elephants reminds you what quiet power feels like.
As the sun sinks into the endless savanna, you understand what it means to take up space — unapologetically.
And when you dance around the fire beneath a sky so wide it cracks you open, you realize how small your “problems” truly are.
The wilderness doesn’t care about your title, your timeline, or your to-do list.
It cares about your truth.
Here, the wild mirrors your own untamed soul.
Here, you reclaim the parts of yourself that have been silenced, suppressed, or forgotten.
This retreat is more than a getaway — it is a rite of passage.
Your 5-Day Transformation Arc
Day 1: Arrival & Initiation: Entering the Wild
After your long journey, you’ll arrive at the lodge and be welcomed with warmth, herbal tea, and the first breath of Africa’s wild air.
As the sun sets, we gather around the fire under a sky blanketed with stars. Local drummers and dancers guide us through a ritual of arrival — a vibrant welcome into the rhythm of the land.
Together we set our intentions, anchoring into the sacred container. The fire becomes our witness, marking the threshold you are crossing: from the noise of daily life into the pulse of the wild.
Day 2: Cracking Open: Breath, Story & Soul
Your first full day begins with deep breathwork, guided by Elle, to open your body and nervous system, clearing away the residue of travel and preparing you for transformation.
After breakfast, Chantelle leads a powerful storytelling workshop, where unspoken truths rise, old stories are released, and you begin reclaiming the voice you may have tucked away.
The afternoon is for integration, rest, and reflection, followed by a sunset game drive. As elephants wander by and hyenas stir at dusk, you feel yourself opening not only to the wild outside, but to the untamed parts of yourself within.
Day 3: Releasing: Letting Go by Firelight
At dawn, the savannah awakens. We will walk through the bush walk where silence heightens every sense — the sound of birds, the crunch of earth beneath your feet, the sacred heartbeat of the land.
Later, we will have a story ceremony where old identities and patterns are lovingly released. At night, around the fire, we hold a releasing ritual — offering into the flames all that no longer serves.
You feel lighter, freer, as if Africa herself is helping you shed the skins of the past.
Day 4: Embodiment: Becoming the Wild One
This is the day of expression, of embodiment, of stepping fully into your primal self. We begin with breathwork, movement and voice activation, shaking free what’s stuck, toning into resonance, calling forth your wild song.
Later, you’ll step into playful ritual adornment: face paint, braids, goddess crowns, animal archetype embodiment. As the sun sets, drums call us to dance beneath the stars for a traditional bush braai.
You are no longer a spectator of the wild — you are living it, breathing it, embodying it. The land and the fire bear witness as you rise into your fullest expression.
Day 5: Integration & Celebration: Claiming the Voice
We begin with a morning game drive to experience the wild as the sun rises. You will be guided into visualization and anchoring.
Over breakfast, the air feels alive with possibility. Today we gather in circle to share, to speak, to be seen — a sacred space of claiming your wild voice.
This is the integration, the weaving together of all you’ve experienced. In the evening, we journey out to a rocky outcrop for sundowners as the sky turns to fire, then gather for our final Boma dinner under the stars.
We close with a circle of celebration — gratitude, drumming, dance, laughter, tears. You leave forever changed, carrying the essence of Africa in your body, your story, your soul.
Day 6: Departure: Carrying the Wild Home
Our final morning is gentle — breathwork, movement, and a gratitude circle.
We bless the land, the animals, the ancestors, and one another before departures. Though your suitcase may feel the same, you know you are not.
Africa has rewilded you. Your voice rings clearer. Your heart beats freer. And the fire of this land now lives inside you, forever.
The Luxury of Transformation
Mdluli Safari Lodge - Where Comfort Meets Wild
You’ll stay in luxury eco-chalets nestled in the bush, each with indoor/outdoor showers, beautiful furnishings, and privacy among the trees. The lodge offers a pool, spa treatments, gathering areas, and unforgettable dining experiences.
Every detail has been considered so you can relax into the land, into yourself, into the magic.
Intimate group: Maximum 18 women
- 5-star eco-luxury chalets with outdoor showers under African skies 
- All meals included: Fresh, nourishing cuisine 
- Daily game drives: Sunrise and sunset wildlife encounters 
- Sacred workshop spaces: Both indoor and outdoor venues 
- Pool & spa access: Integration time for journaling and reflection 
- Expert facilitation: Chantelle & Elle's full attention and guidance 
- Cultural experiences: Local drummers, dancers, and wisdom keepers 
- Professional safari guides: Safe, intimate wildlife encounters 
- Fire ceremony spaces: Traditional boma for evening rituals 
- WhatsApp group: Lifetime connection with your soul sisters 
 
          
          
        
       
          
          
        
       
          
          
        
       
          
          
        
       
          
          
        
       
          
          
        
       
          
          
        
      Your Investment in the Wild Within Retreat
SHARED ACCOMMODATION
Early Bird: $2,997 (or 3 payments of $1,111)
Early Bird: $2,997 (or 3 payments of $1,111)
(Save $1000 - Ends December 10th or when we sell the first 4 spots)
Regular Price: $3,997
Share your transformation journey with a soul sister
- ✔️ 5 nights luxury accommodation at Mdluli Safari Lodge 
- ✔️ All meals from dinner Day 1 through breakfast Day 6 
- ✔️ Daily game drives with professional guides 
- ✔️ All workshops, ceremonies, & facilitated experiences 
- ✔️ Breathwork & somatic sessions with Elle 
- ✔️ Story activation & voice work with Chantelle 
- ✔️ Fire ceremonies & cultural experiences 
- ✔️ Airport transfers from Skukuza Airport 
- ✔️ Lifetime access to sisterhood community 
- ✔️ Integration support & practices 
- ✔️ Inter-country flight from CT/Johannesburg to Skukza airport in Kruger 
- ✔️ Round-trip airport transfers between Skukuza airport and Mdluli Safari Lodge 
- ❌ Not included: Flights to South Africa, travel insurance, spa treatments, gratuities. 
*All major credit cards accepted*
Private ACCOMMODATION
Early Bird: $3,497 (or 3 payments of $1,250)
(Save $1000 - Ends December 10th or when we sell the first 4 spots)
Regular Price: $4,497
Your own sacred space for integration and reflection
✔️ 5 nights luxury accommodation at Mdluli Safari Lodge
✔️ All meals from dinner Day 1 through breakfast Day 6
✔️ Daily game drives with professional guides
✔️ All workshops, ceremonies, & facilitated experiences
✔️ Breathwork & somatic sessions with Elle
✔️ Story activation & voice work with Chantelle
✔️ Fire ceremonies & cultural experiences
✔️ Airport transfers from Skukuza Airport
✔️ Lifetime access to sisterhood community
✔️ Integration support & practices
✔️ Inter-country flight from CT/Johannesburg to Skukza airport in Kruger
✔️ Round-trip airport transfers between Skukuza airport and Mdluli Safari Lodge
❌ Not included: Flights to South Africa, travel insurance, spa treatments, gratuities.
*All major credit cards accepted*
 
        
        
      
    
    Extend your Journey: Cape Town pre-trip
Optional 3-Day Pre-Retreat Experience (March 10-13, 2026)
Before you enter the wild, soften into Africa's rhythm with three days of coastal luxury in Cape Town, one of the world's most breathtaking cities where mountain meets ocean.
Day 1: Arrival & Restoration
Begin with a spa morning at the iconic Mount Nelson Hotel's Librisa Spa, where two hours of pampering prepare your body for transformation.
Afternoon brings oceanside wandering along the promenade, followed by sunset dinner at the vibrant V&A Waterfront overlooking the harbor.
Day 2: Ocean Adventures
Wake for an extraordinary morning, kayaking with penguins in Simon's Town. These two hours on crystal waters bring you face-to-face with African penguins in their natural habitat at Boulders Beach.
After lunch at the legendary Brass Bell (where waves literally crash against the windows), you'll sail into the sunset on a private catamaran around the harbor before dinner in stunning Camps Bay.
Day 3: Choose Your Adventure
Your final day offers freedom to explore:
We'll gather for a farewell dinner at the atmospheric Kloof Street House before departing for the safari lodge the next morning.
- Ride the cable car up Table Mountain for breathtaking views (weather permitting) 
- Master Cape Malay cooking in a hands-on cultural class 
- Explore the colorful Bo Kaap district with a cultural guide 
- Tour historic Robben Island where Mandela was imprisoned 
- Taste world-class wines in nearby Constantia 
- Or simply luxuriate at the beach or pool 
We'll gather for a farewell dinner at the atmospheric Kloof Street House before departing for the safari lodge the next morning.
Why Arrive Through Cape Town?
This isn't just about logistics, it's about transition. You need space between your everyday life and the profound work ahead. Cape Town offers that bridge: from urban to wild, from ocean to savanna, from external beauty to internal exploration. Plus, you'll connect with other retreat participants before entering the bush, creating bonds that deepen the entire experience.
Your Cape Town Investment
SHARED STUDIO
Early Bird Pricing: $1,597 per person (until December 10th or the first 4 are sold out!)
✔️ 3 nights at The President Hotel (oceanfront location with daily breakfast)
✔️ Day 1: Spa morning at Mount Nelson Hotel's Librisa Spa, lunch at The Oasis, and dinner at V&A Waterfront
✔️ Day 2: Penguin kayaking adventure in Simon's Town, lunch at The Brass Bell in Kalk Bay, sunset catamaran cruise around the harbor, dinner in Camps Bay
✔️ Day 3: Free day to explore (optional activities available: Table Mountain cable car, wine tasting, Bo Kaap cultural tour, cooking class), final dinner at Kloof Street House or Camps Bay
✔️ All planned meals include one drink and gratuity
✔️ All transportation from March 10th through airport drop-off on March 13th is covered
❌ Not included: Flights to Cape Town, arrival day (March 9th) accommodation, optional Day 3 activities & travel insurance
*All Major Credit Cards Accepted*
PRIVATE STUDIO
Early Bird Pricing: $1,997 per person (until December 10th or the first 4 are sold out!)
✔️ 3 nights at The President Hotel (oceanfront location with daily breakfast)
✔️ Day 1: Spa morning at Mount Nelson Hotel's Librisa Spa, lunch at The Oasis, and dinner at V&A Waterfront
✔️ Day 2: Penguin kayaking adventure in Simon's Town, lunch at The Brass Bell in Kalk Bay, sunset catamaran cruise around the harbor, dinner in Camps Bay
✔️ Day 3: Free day to explore (optional activities available: Table Mountain cable car, wine tasting, Bo Kaap cultural tour, cooking class), final dinner at Kloof Street House or Camps Bay
✔️ All planned meals include one drink and gratuity
✔️ All transportation from March 10th through airport drop-off on March 13th is covered
❌ Not included: Flights to Cape Town, arrival day (March 9th) accommodation, optional Day 3 activities & travel insurance
*All Major Credit Cards Accepted*
Questions Rising?
Good, that’s your soul recognizing possibility.
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      The question isn't whether you can, it's whether you can afford not to. Every high-performing woman in our retreats thought she couldn't leave. Every single one said it saved her life. 
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      Absolutely. Mdluli Safari Lodge is a 4-star rated property with 24/7 security, professional guides, and full safety protocols. We handle all logistics. You just handle your transformation. 
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      This is luxury safari, not camping. Think spa treatments and infinity pools, not roughing it. The wilderness is your teacher, not your challenge. 
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      Most women come alone. That's the point. No personas to maintain. No roles to play. Just you, becoming more you. 
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      If you're reading this, you're ready. Your resistance is just your ego's last attempt to keep you small. Trust the part of you that brought you here. 
This is your moment
You've spent years being everything to everyone else. You've mastered the art of appropriate. You've succeeded at everything except being yourself.
March 2026, that changes.
18 spots total. Early bird pricing ends December 10th or once we've sold the first 4 spots.
After December 10th, not only does the investment increase by $1000, but the remaining spots will disappear fast. January always brings a wave of women ready to stop playing small.
Payment plan available.
Questions? Email us at elle@the-courageous-life or book a 15-minute clarity call with our team here.


 
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
              