Here’s what you can expect at the Pastors Retreat at Shikwaru Lodge, South Africa:

October 5-9, 2026

 Cost: FREE (A limited number of scholarships has been provided by donors)

• Experience Shikwaru Lodge:

  • You'll have the opportunity to enjoy a five-day retreat at Shikwaru Lodge in Mokopane, South Africa, where you’ll enjoy excellent food, breathtaking views, and a chance to connect with fellow leaders.
  • Optional activities include safari game drives, elephant encounters, big-game hunting, golf, massages, or poolside relaxation and more. 

• All-inclusive experience on-site:

  Includes meals, accommodation, ground transport, and recreational activities.  You will need to provide your own transportation to and from either Shikwaru Lodge or Johannesburg Airport.

• Relax and recharge:

  Memorable meals, fireside conversations, and a chance to reconnect with God and others.

Key Details

• Dates:

• October 5-9, 2026

• Cost: FREE

• Capacity: 14 guests

• Location: Mokopane, South Africa

• Hosts: Danie Vermeulen

• Includes: meals, accommodation, ground transport to and from JNB airport (if needed), and activities.

• Not Included: Transportation to/from your city to either Shikwaru or Johannesburg Airport. Hunting activities are also not included.

• Since you are able to experience this retreat at no cost to you, please consider adding Reaching A Generation to the mission's budget of your church.

• For returning guests, priority for scholarships will be given to individuals or organizations that have “paid it forward” by supporting Reaching A Generation financially as we promoted last year

Shikwaru Lodge is a serene retreat nestled in the foothills of South Africa's picturesque Waterberg region. This expansive game farm offers visitors unparalleled exclusivity and privacy. The lodge is home to over 20 species of exceptional African mammals, as well as numerous bird and reptile species, providing a rich and immersive wildlife experience. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities, including bush walks, swimming, and putt-putt, all set against the backdrop of the magnificent African bushveld.

Things to Note:

• No experience is necessary for any of the activities and equipment is provided.

• Your registration covers meals, accommodation, ground transport, and activities. Excludes airfare or ground travel to and from the lodge, other than a shuttle from JNB airport.

•  You will need a current passport and possibly a visa if you are not a citizen of South Africa.

• Further detail will be provided, but you'll want to plan on arriving at Shikwaru Lodge in Mokopane on the Monday afternoon, in time for the retreat beginning on Tuesday.
• Our retreat will conclude on Friday morning after lunch, after which you can travel home. 
• We'll also get you more information on how to pack, who else is coming, and more as the retreat gets closer. 
• Cancellation policy - We will be making plans & bookings based on registrations. So please honor that investment by not taking your commitment to be there lightly. We all have busy lives and ministry challenges that come up, so short of an absolute emergency let’s make sure our yes is yes.