Reawaken Your Purpose.
Remember Who You Are.
14-17 May 2026 | Temenos Retreat Centre, McGregor, Western Cape
Reconnect with your essence, step into your truth, and explore your full potential through authentic, embodied expression.
Does This Feel Familiar?
- You sense there’s more to life than the routines and roles you’ve been living.
- You’re moving through a season of change and questioning your identity, purpose, or next steps.
- Stress, overwhelm, or exhaustion leave you longing for rest and clarity.
- Old patterns or stories keep repeating, subtly shaping your choices.
- Your body, creativity, or vitality feels muted, and you’re ready to reconnect with your energy and presence.
- You long to uncover the inner wisdom guiding your life, and fully express them into how you live and love.
- You need a rest and reset, and some soulful connection along the way.
Your Invitation to a Sacred Pause…
Join us at the serene and world-renowned Temenos Retreat Centre in the heart of the tranquil village of McGregor — a sacred space dedicated to stillness, healing, and soul connection. Step away from the noise of life and tune into the rhythms of your body, mind, and soul.
Along the way, we’ll draw on mythological and archetypal stories that mirror your own journey. These timeless myths help illuminate unconscious patterns, inner characters shaping your behavior, and the wisdom available when you live from your whole self.
Wherever you are on your journey, this is a space to pause, reflect, embody, and realign – helping you step more fully into your truth.
This Retreat is for You if You’re Ready to:
- Drop the masks and meet yourself – raw, real, and alive
- Reconnect with your body, creativity, sensuality
- Reclaim your energy from old stories, patterns, or relationships
- Be held in a sacred, down-to-earth space honouring your humanity and your divinity
- Feel at home in your body and open to deeper flow
What Awaits You at the Soul Expression Retreat
Experiences:
Peaceful Self-Reflection
Slow down and reconnect with yourself in the tranquil, lavender-scented gardens of Temenos. Find stillness beside serene ponds or wander quiet pathways designed to invite mindfulness, inner calm, and gentle presence.
Transformational Healing Practices
Immerse yourself in nurturing experiences that awaken both body and soul. Enjoy guided meditations, gentle movement practices, and (optional) deeply restorative Kahuna massages at a special retreat rate — all designed to help you feel more grounded, embodied, and whole.
The Magic of Temenos
Absorb the peaceful, soulful energy of Temenos Retreat Centre, nestled in the charming village of McGregor. Its calming atmosphere and sacred spaces create the perfect environment for deep reflection, clarity, and healing.
Heartfelt Connection & Community
Gather around the fire for intimate conversations, walk in nature with like-minded souls, and share from the heart in a safe, supportive space. Here, authentic connection and soulful sharing are part of the journey.
Freedom to Explore & Just Be
Whether it’s walking in nature, swimming, journaling, or enjoying moments of quiet contemplation, the retreat balances guided experiences with spaciousness — allowing you to create the experience your heart needs most.
Learnings:
Soul Alignment Compass in Action
Practical tools to align with your values, follow your soul’s guidance, release what no longer serves, and embody authentic expression.
Myth as Mirror
Archetypal stories illuminate unconscious patterns, helping you understand choices, behaviors, and life dynamics with clarity..
Integration for Everyday Life
Simple, grounded practices support resilience, clarity, and embodied living beyond the retreat.
You’ll Leave With:
- Grounded clarity and alignment with your soul’s calling
- Renewed energy, presence, and vitality
- Tools to navigate life authentically and confidently
- Deeper connection to your body, voice, and inner wisdom
- Insight into the patterns and stories shaping your choices
- Soulful connections with others on a similar journey
What Makes This Retreat Unique:
- The sacred, serene setting of Temenos Retreat Centre
- Holistic practices integrating body, mind, and soul
- Practice and rituals connecting timeless wisdom with tools for modern living
- Expert facilitation by Celeste Du Toit with over a decade of experience
- An exquisite environment for deep reflection, embodiment, and connection
- Grounded togetherness, celebration and fellowship
Retreat Details:
Dates: May 14-17, 2026
Location: Temenos Retreat Centre, McGregor, Western Cape
Fee:
- Normal rate: R7,500– Includes private accommodation, meals, and all activities.
- R4,500– Non-residential option (meals included).
What's Included
- Private, fully equipped cottage for three nights.
- Wholesome delicious breakfasts and dinners (Thursday evening to Sunday morning).
- Tea/coffee and all retreat activities.
- Shared accommodation discounts available upon request.
Our Venue
Temenos Retreat Centre has been a haven for international and local seekers of stillness, serenity, and transformation since 1997. Its exquisite gardens and many sacred spaces hold a deep energy of love, making it the perfect space for a transformative, luxurious, and deeply meaningful retreat.
For a peek into the magic, visit www.temenosretreat.co.za, or follow @temenosinmcgregor on social media.
Activities:
For parts of the retreat, we will observe mindful silence. This will be supplemented by teachings, discussions, and activities, a powerful activation ceremony, opportunity for honest reflection, meditation, breathwork, nature walks, and movement/stretching/dance. Heart connections are formed during our meals, reflections and informal chats.
Check-in Thursday 14 May at 14h00, retreat commences at 16h00, ending Sunday 17 May just before lunch. You are invited to stay Sunday eve at 50% accommodation charge.
Use of local therapists at own cost. Please enquire for best times to book for minimal impact on retreat activities. Optional additional sessions available with Celeste at retreat at a reduced rate.
The retreat is suitable for both genders.
Spaces Are Limited. 50% deposit secures your place on this soul-stirring journey.
Email hello@celestedutoit.co.za to reserve your spot.
Meet Your Facilitator
Celeste Du Toit is a Durban-based Soul Alignment Coach. Through Transformational Coaching, Family Constellation Work, and Holistic Bodywork, she helps individuals shed outdated patterns, align with their truth, and embrace their highest potential.
A retreat leader at Temenos since 2014, Celeste combines grounded wisdom with deep spiritual insight, offering transformative experiences that inspire balance, clarity and authentic expression.
Connect with Celeste:
“This is the best thing I could ever have done for myself!”
“Words cannot describe the profound change I feel in my soul.”
“I learned so much about my relationships, and why they keep failing!”
“Such a liberating retreat, with so much wisdom and gems.”
“Thank you with deep respect and gratitude for taking me deep within.”
“What a sacred and wholesome experience to cherish.”
“Re-awakened my inner child to see the world through fresh new eyes.”
“Learning about archetypes within me – such a powerful and fascinating topic. “
“Thank you for masterfully holding the space, guiding and encouraging each of us to be brave, strong, and powerful.”
“My soul feels open and alive!”
This is more than a retreat. It is a home-coming.
Find your essence. Express who you are. Live your Truth!
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