September 2rd-13th, 2027
3 spots openRocklands Retreat | September 2nd-13th, 2027
$5,500
Rocklands, South Africa
A second 2026 retreat window with the same intimate group size, high-touch coaching format, and Nama Rocklands basecamp.
Rocklands, South Africa | Small-group retreats
10 Days in Rocklands with Ethan Pringle
This is the Rocklands trip for climbers who want the full experience: world-class bouldering, luxury accommodation, and a group small enough to stay flexible.
You climb with Ethan, recover at Nama Rocklands, and get thoughtful feedback on movement, tactics, and how to make each day count. Enjoy a massage, art walk or other local offering on your rest days.
$5,500 per person
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| Date | Location | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2rd-13th, 2027 | Rocklands, South Africa | 3 spots open |
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Why this trip
Ten days on rocks, easy evenings at Nama
The format is built for quality: enough days to settle in, enough support to climb better, and enough space for the trip to feel relaxed.
Expect full climbing days, daily debriefs with Ethan, and premium cabins that make it easy to reset between sessions.
Rest days can stay quiet or turn into spa time, bodywork, or local outings. The priority is to climb well and enjoy where you are.
Upcoming retreats
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Choose the date that fits your calendar. All the trips run with the same four-guest format, Nama basecamp, and Ethan-led days on the rock.
Trip structure
What's included and how the experience works
- 11 nights luxury lodging in the heart of Rockands.
- Up to 10 climbing days with Ethan.
- Transportation between Cape Town and Rocklands, plus local transportation throughout the retreat (guests are also welcome to rent their own vehicle if preferred)
- All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner (excluding optional fine-dining experiences). Participants have the option of preparing meals at Nama or eating at local restaurants. Both Cabins will be stocked with groceries tailored to your preferences with high-quality coffee, snacks and produce.
- Two hosted braais (South African wood-fired barbecue) at Nama.
- Access to the wood-fired hot-tub with mountain views.
- Daily debriefs on goals, tactics, and performance.
- Professional photography capturing your efforts, sends and overall experience.
- Crash pads.
- Expert local recommendations for facilitated rest-day activities.
- Group AMA video call with Ethan before you travel.
- Support with travel logistics and trip preparation.
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Stay at Nama Rocklands
Luxury lodging in the valley
Nama is the retreat’s basecamp in the valley — a calm, comfortable place to recover, eat well, and recharge between climbing days.
Each cabin accommodates up to two guests and features:
- Two bedrooms with a flexible configuration — one queen bed and two single beds, which can also be arranged as a king
- A spacious, beautifully appointed bathroom with a walk-in shower (one cabin includes a bathtub)
- A fully equipped kitchen with oven and gas stove
- A wood-burning stove for cooler evenings
- Guests also enjoy fast Wi-Fi and shared access to the property’s hot tub, swimming pool, and braai area.
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Landscape and atmosphere
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Rocklands videos
Watch a couple of Rocklands videos to learn more about the area, scout projects, and get inspired.
