Faith, Nature, and Strength: A Christian Wilderness Retreat

A place where you can disconnect from the world and reconnect with God. Reset your physical journey and spend time in fellowship with other Christian men.

Do you need a change in your life?

Do you feel like your faith, fitness or work have hit a plateau? Do you feel lost, and unsure about the future and your place in it as a man? Perhaps you need a rejuvenating boost to get back on track. We offer the ideal environment for personal growth. Spend time in nature to disconnect from the world and connect with the Lord in quiet reflection. Connect with fellow Christians and forge friendships with growth-minded individuals from around the world who share your passion for God, fitness and business. Meanwhile, our qualified personal trainers will help you push your physical and mental limits, setting you on a healthier path for the future. 

The Benefits of Being in Nature

Firstly, where better to be in nature than Africa? Read about the 16 benefits of joining us in nature and how it can help you reset and reconnect with the lord.

 

Physical Health Benefits

  1. Improved Cardiovascular Health: Regular exposure to natural environments can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
  2. Enhanced Immune Function: Nature walks can boost immune system functioning, possibly due to increased exposure to phytoncides, which are airborne chemicals released by plants.
  3. Better Sleep Quality: Natural light exposure helps regulate circadian rhythms, leading to improved sleep patterns.
  4. Increased Physical Activity: Outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and swimming promote exercise, which contributes to overall physical health.

Discover your perfect active Christian reset

What's included in each Package

Reset

Reconnect with God & get fit

Group

Private group trips

Fitness & Volunteering

Get fit & make a difference
Christian Focus
Focused on Christian Ideals, with time set aside to reconnect with God and nature.
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Volunteering
Horse, wildlife and community service volunteering. Visit the fitness & volunteering page for more info on the volunteering activities.
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Tailor Made
A customized experience can be made for group package bookings. Perfect for groups that require something beyond a spiritual and physical reset.
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Fitness Training and Activities 3 days a week
Optional Training 3 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
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Fitness Training 6 days a week
Optional Training 6 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
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Bush Seclusion
The first few days are spent secluded in the bush, sleeping in tents and cooking meals over the fire with zero cellphone time. This period is great for group bonding and reconnecting with your inner man.
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$980 Bonuses
$980 worth of bonuses in the form of workout programs, health food e-books and discounts.
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$225 Bonuses
$225 worth of training programs.
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Safari Drives
We go on regular safari drives.
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Wildlife Darting & Care
This experience is subject to necessity. Occasionally the park needs to dart the lion, elephants, rhino and other wildlife for physical checkups and care.
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Wildlife Interaction
The park has tame rhino and elephant, which were all rescued from threatening environments. It also has tame young lions which routinely go on lions walks, and are taught to hunt as they grow.
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Fishing
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Starlight by Campfire
Spend the evening in the bush with a crackling fire and the occasional shooting star.
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Summer Dam days
With the summer heat, it is an awesome time to spend at the dam relaxing with friends.
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Additional Paid Activities
Game Capture
This is a seasonal offering. Antelope park partners with a game capture team allowing guests to experience something very few people are able to experience.
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Kariba houseboat trip
The park offers houseboat trips on lake kariba. This is a truly phenomenal experience and a great way to finish your trip.
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Clay Pigeon Shoots
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Overnight Horse Safari Rides
Ride the horses in the evening, and camp overnight at a dam. Enjoy a wood fire barbeque (or braai, as called by the locals), then ride back the next day.
✓
✓
✓

Reset

Reconnect with God & get fit
Christian Focus
Focused on Christian Ideals, with time set aside to reconnect with God and nature.
✓
Volunteering
Horse, wildlife and community service volunteering. Visit the fitness & volunteering page for more info on the volunteering activities.
✗
Tailor Made
A customized experience can be made for group package bookings. Perfect for groups that require something beyond a spiritual and physical reset.
✗
Fitness Training and Activities 3 days a week
Optional Training 3 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
✓
Fitness Training 6 days a week
Optional Training 6 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
✓
Bush Seclusion
The first few days are spent secluded in the bush, sleeping in tents and cooking meals over the fire with zero cellphone time. This period is great for group bonding and reconnecting with your inner man.
✓
$980 Bonuses
$980 worth of bonuses in the form of workout programs, health food e-books and discounts.
✓
$225 Bonuses
$225 worth of training programs.
✓
Safari Drives
We go on regular safari drives.
✓
Wildlife Darting & Care
This experience is subject to necessity. Occasionally the park needs to dart the lion, elephants, rhino and other wildlife for physical checkups and care.
✓
Wildlife Interaction
The park has tame rhino and elephant, which were all rescued from threatening environments. It also has tame young lions which routinely go on lions walks, and are taught to hunt as they grow.
✓
Fishing
✓
Starlight by Campfire
Spend the evening in the bush with a crackling fire and the occasional shooting star.
✓
Summer Dam days
With the summer heat, it is an awesome time to spend at the dam relaxing with friends.
✓
Additional Paid Activities
Game Capture
This is a seasonal offering. Antelope park partners with a game capture team allowing guests to experience something very few people are able to experience.
✓
Kariba houseboat trip
The park offers houseboat trips on lake kariba. This is a truly phenomenal experience and a great way to finish your trip.
✓
Clay Pigeon Shoots
✓
Overnight Horse Safari Rides
Ride the horses in the evening, and camp overnight at a dam. Enjoy a wood fire barbeque (or braai, as called by the locals), then ride back the next day.
✓

Group

Private group trips
Christian Focus
Focused on Christian Ideals, with time set aside to reconnect with God and nature.
✓
Volunteering
Horse, wildlife and community service volunteering. Visit the fitness & volunteering page for more info on the volunteering activities.
✗
Tailor Made
A customized experience can be made for group package bookings. Perfect for groups that require something beyond a spiritual and physical reset.
✓
Fitness Training and Activities 3 days a week
Optional Training 3 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
✓
Fitness Training 6 days a week
Optional Training 6 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
✓
Bush Seclusion
The first few days are spent secluded in the bush, sleeping in tents and cooking meals over the fire with zero cellphone time. This period is great for group bonding and reconnecting with your inner man.
✓
$980 Bonuses
$980 worth of bonuses in the form of workout programs, health food e-books and discounts.
✓
$225 Bonuses
$225 worth of training programs.
✓
Safari Drives
We go on regular safari drives.
✓
Wildlife Darting & Care
This experience is subject to necessity. Occasionally the park needs to dart the lion, elephants, rhino and other wildlife for physical checkups and care.
✓
Wildlife Interaction
The park has tame rhino and elephant, which were all rescued from threatening environments. It also has tame young lions which routinely go on lions walks, and are taught to hunt as they grow.
✓
Fishing
✓
Starlight by Campfire
Spend the evening in the bush with a crackling fire and the occasional shooting star.
✓
Summer Dam days
With the summer heat, it is an awesome time to spend at the dam relaxing with friends.
✓
Additional Paid Activities
Game Capture
This is a seasonal offering. Antelope park partners with a game capture team allowing guests to experience something very few people are able to experience.
✓
Kariba houseboat trip
The park offers houseboat trips on lake kariba. This is a truly phenomenal experience and a great way to finish your trip.
✓
Clay Pigeon Shoots
✓
Overnight Horse Safari Rides
Ride the horses in the evening, and camp overnight at a dam. Enjoy a wood fire barbeque (or braai, as called by the locals), then ride back the next day.
✓

Fitness & Volunteering

Get fit & make a difference
Christian Focus
Focused on Christian Ideals, with time set aside to reconnect with God and nature.
✗
Volunteering
Horse, wildlife and community service volunteering. Visit the fitness & volunteering page for more info on the volunteering activities.
✓
Tailor Made
A customized experience can be made for group package bookings. Perfect for groups that require something beyond a spiritual and physical reset.
✗
Fitness Training and Activities 3 days a week
Optional Training 3 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
✓
Fitness Training 6 days a week
Optional Training 6 days a week in the morning and late afternoon, as well as fun daily active activities.
✗
Bush Seclusion
The first few days are spent secluded in the bush, sleeping in tents and cooking meals over the fire with zero cellphone time. This period is great for group bonding and reconnecting with your inner man.
✗
$980 Bonuses
$980 worth of bonuses in the form of workout programs, health food e-books and discounts.
✗
$225 Bonuses
$225 worth of training programs.
✓
Safari Drives
We go on regular safari drives.
✓
Wildlife Darting & Care
This experience is subject to necessity. Occasionally the park needs to dart the lion, elephants, rhino and other wildlife for physical checkups and care.
✓
Wildlife Interaction
The park has tame rhino and elephant, which were all rescued from threatening environments. It also has tame young lions which routinely go on lions walks, and are taught to hunt as they grow.
✓
Fishing
✓
Starlight by Campfire
Spend the evening in the bush with a crackling fire and the occasional shooting star.
✓
Summer Dam days
With the summer heat, it is an awesome time to spend at the dam relaxing with friends.
✓
Additional Paid Activities
Game Capture
This is a seasonal offering. Antelope park partners with a game capture team allowing guests to experience something very few people are able to experience.
✓
Kariba houseboat trip
The park offers houseboat trips on lake kariba. This is a truly phenomenal experience and a great way to finish your trip.
✓
Clay Pigeon Shoots
✓
Overnight Horse Safari Rides
Ride the horses in the evening, and camp overnight at a dam. Enjoy a wood fire barbeque (or braai, as called by the locals), then ride back the next day.
✓

Our Partners

Get to Know Our Amazing Team

 We are the driving force behind African Bootcamp. Our mission is to grow the minds and bodies of people whilst giving them a holiday of a lifetime. 

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    Connor Oellermann
    Co-founder and trainer

    Qualified personal trainer and course manager

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    Brett Oellermann
    Co-Founder and Trainer

    Qualified personal trainer and course manager

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    Brad Fyvie
    Co-Founder

    Strategic planner and course co-ordinator

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