Testimonials

  ‘The trail at Bergplaas was a unique and inspiring experience that will be with me for the rest of my life. In my perspective everything was just right. It was a beautiful experience that I still hold very closely.’
Chris Suiker / Managing Director Wholesale Distribution Benelux, ROBECO / Wilderness Trail

 

  ‘The retreat has allowed me to move ahead on my personal path of life. I have been given the opportunity to take a close look at my personal and my business activities. The rest and radiance of Bergplaas have made this possible.

 

  ‘Reconnecting with nature has changed me as a person in a way no one thought possible. I work with horses and the Spirit of the Wild training has made a huge difference. Now that I can go inside myself and be quiet, I get through to the horses much better and their response has been overwhelming.’

  ‘Six SANParks Staff and Managers have attended the ‘Spirit of the Wild’ intuitive nature guiding, with remarkable results. The way in which the programme can and does contribute to personal development towards achieving biodiversity conservation is highly commendable. It is also astonishing to see the profound impact - how the new emotional and physical well being affects productivity and helps to build the team.’

  ‘There is no network. No small worries of daily life. No planes flying over. No sound other than the soft sounds of nature. At Bergplaas, I learned that the biggest luxury I could give myself – and others - was a periodic time of complete quietness, in nature, alone, with the smallest amount of gear possible. Better than the most prestigious hotel. This luxury is there for the taking. I now know where. Thanks crew, you are wonderful!’ 

 

  ‘It was outstanding. The nature of the Karoo provided me with rest and energy. In addition to that, Bergplaas offered time and space to reflect on my personal issues. During the course I have experienced that the wilderness of Bergplaas offered me – and others  – support in my professional ánd in my personal life. I live more consciously now.’

 

  ‘The course helped me to feel more deeply the real communication with both wild and domestic animals. It gave me enthusiasm to care with faith for the veld. The nature-trained teachers did the hard, wonderful job of teaching us with lots of patience. Their exercises helped us to understand ourselves and grow in a practical and honest way.’

 

  ‘I am aware that sustainability and balance are a necessity for this earth. But which buttons to turn when I want to make this effective. Posing myself this question every now and then in my everyday life is probably the most important thing that Bergplaas has taught me. This can be done because I have learned a new way to connect with nature.’  

  ‘I will always be grateful for the amazing experience. It showed me how to leave behind my anger and my fear about the destruction of wilderness and how to step out lightly into joy and positive intent. At Bergplaas, I have learned how to tune into the beautiful energies of Earth. Never again will I feel utterly alone. I can’t wait for the first post-graduate course!’