This retreat is currently postponed until early 2025 – Please get in touch and let us know if you would like to pre-register.
Enjoy three days time out, high-level education and a total reset for body, mind & soul
Embark on a nourishing 3-day/2-night Plant-based Cooking Retreat at the tranquil Wild Forest Estate Retreat Centre, where you’ll delve into the art of plant-based cuisine while rejuvenating your body, mind, and soul. Immerse yourself in this unique weekend experience featuring daily plant-based cooking lessons, scrumptious meals, soothing yoga sessions, calming meditation practices, and invigorating nature walks.
Savor delectable plant-based dishes crafted with care and passion as you learn the secrets behind their creation. Connect with fellow retreat participants through check-in circles, exchanging stories and experiences while unwinding with daily yoga and meditation. After the retreat, you’ll receive all recipes along with a two-week meal planner to support your ongoing journey towards a healthier lifestyle.
Elevate your retreat experience by indulging in optional extras at an additional cost. Choose from a deeply relaxing massage or hot stone massage for $90, or pamper yourself with a botanical facial accompanied by a tea tree peel for $120.
Join Tracey in this exceptional Plant-based Cooking Retreat at Wild Forest Retreat Centre and discover not only mouthwatering food but also invaluable insights that will inspire you to embrace optimal health and wellness. Engage in as many or as few activities as you desire while granting your body, mind, and soul the ultimate escape from everyday life—a nurturing reset that will leave lasting impressions.
WHEN: Friday 25th October 10am, to Sunday 27th October 4.30pm, 2024
WHERE: Wild Forest Estate, Northland
COST:
$995 per person for bunk room with shared bathroom
$1295 per person for single room with shared bathroom
$1295 per person for twin share with shared bathroom
$1795 pp for romantic twin share with own private bathroom and forest bath
$1795 pp for romantic couple or bestie getaway in special accommodation (tree house, tin box or lotus belle)
$1995 pp for serene solo retreat in special accommodation (tree house, tin box or lotus belle)
Includes: Beautiful accommodation, all plant-based food and juices, yoga, meditation, nature walks, deep dive educational seminars, plant-based cooking classes and workshops.
NB The only additional investment is an optional massage should you desire it (and we strongly recommend it!) with one of our wonderful and highly qualified therapists who you can pre book with leading up to the retreat.
ENJOY A WORLD-CLASS EXPERIENCE
Led by Tracey Bennett – Plant-Based, Wholefood Chef and Educator aka @The Reckless Foodie! ! Come and join us for an intimate and life-changing getaway retreat nestled in a the lush, private bush setting that is Wild Forest Estate.
FRIDAY
| 9.15 – 9.45am | Arrive and settle into your room and enjoy welcome Pina Colada Green Smoothie |
| 10.00am – 11.30am | Opening Circle in MAIN SPACE |
| 11.30am – 1.00pm | Plant-Based Cooking Workshop with Tracey– make our lunch together! |
| 1.00pm – 2.00pm | Delicious Plant-Based lunch that we have just created – nom nom☺ |
| 2.00pm – 3.30pm | Beautiful Nature Walk for all levels |
| 3.45pm – 6.00pm | FREE TIME or Massage/Facial |
| 6.15pm – 7.15pm | Delicious PB Dinner and Raw Treat |
| 7.15pm – 10.00pm | Chill Time – Enjoy connecting, spa, sauna, down time OR massage/facial |
SATURDAY
| 7.15am – 8.40am | Gentle Yoga Class |
| 8.45am – 9.30am | Guided Meditation |
| 9.45am – 10.15am | Incredible, lush plant-based brekkie |
| 10.30am – 12.00pm | Plant-Based Cooking Workshop with Tracey – make tonight’s dinner |
| 12.00pm – 1.15pm | FREE TIME or Massage/ Facial |
| 1.15pm – 2.15pm | Sumptuous PB Lunch Feast |
| 2.15pm – 3.30pm | Beautiful Beach & Cave Walk – Te Henga |
| 3.45pm – 6.00pm | FREE TIME or Massage/Facial |
| 5.00pm – 6.00pm | OPTIONAL Extra Cooking Class 5.00pm |
| 6.00pm – 7.00pm | Delicious Plant-based Dinner & Raw Treat |
| 7.15pm – 8.45pm | LIFE BALANCE WORKSHOP |
| 9.00pm onwards | Chill Time – Enjoy connecting, spa, sauna, down time OR massage/facial |
SUNDAY
| 7.15am – 8.40am | Gentle Yoga Class |
| 8.45am – 9.30am | Guided Meditation |
| 9.30am – 10.30am | Gourmet Brunch Yum yum… |
| 11.00am – 1.00pm | ‘Transitioning with Ease & Fun to Plant Based Eating’ talk with Tracey |
| 1.00pm – 2.00pm | Casual Q & A with Tracey |
| 2.00pm – 3.00pm | The Last Feast! |
| 3.15pm – 4.15pm | Closing Circle |
| 4.00pm HOME TIME☺ | Hugs, Goodie Bags and off we go! |
TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
Spaces are naturally limited for an intimate retreat of this nature – there will only be between 10 – 16 people, depending on how many book single rooms vs twin rooms. To reserve your spot with an initial deposit of $500, click button below! Or to ask any questions about the retreat, please email our personal assistant Luke on luke@jasonshonbennett.com
JOIN US!
So, if you are a little unsure, just read these testimonials and take the plunge and book that Friday off work! You will be so glad you did and will be in expert hands. This will be an exceptional and transformational retreat with a lot of fun, heart, connection and inspiration – we cannot wait to host you!
Much Aroha,
Tracey.
