• • You will gain greater clarity on what is helping or holding you back.
• • You will feel more grounded and better equipped to manage stress.
• • You will return with practical tools to support focus, balance, and self-awareness.

There are times when rest alone isn’t enough. You may have created space, explored different practices, or spent years doing the work, yet still sense there is something deeper waiting to be understood.

Set on the peaceful island of Nusa Penida, just beyond Bali’s busy shores, this five-day retreat offers an opportunity to step away from daily demands and immerse yourself in a tradition that has been carefully preserved and passed down through generations. Guided by a Dalai Lama-recognised Rinpoche, supported by Tibetan monks and experienced practitioners, you’ll spend time in a setting designed for reflection, presence, and genuine inner inquiry.

At the heart of the retreat is the Medicine Buddha tradition, a practice rooted in healing, wisdom, and compassion. Through teachings, meditation, tantric empowerment, and the creation of a sacred sand mandala, you’ll be invited to slow down and explore your inner landscape with greater clarity and intention. Rather than seeking quick answers or temporary relief, the experience encourages a steadier connection to yourself and the patterns that shape your life.

Alongside the spiritual teachings, daily Hatha Vajra Yoga helps bring awareness to the body, breath, and subtle energy systems, creating a foundation for deeper practice. A traditional fire ceremony offers a moment to reflect on what you may be ready to release, while the intimate group setting allows space for meaningful conversations, shared learning, and quiet contemplation.

The natural surroundings play an important role in the experience. Dramatic coastlines, open skies, and the slower rhythm of island life create space to step back from noise and reconnect with what matters most. Nourishing farm-to-table meals, prepared with seasonal ingredients grown nearby, support the retreat’s focus on simplicity, care, and mindful living.

You don’t need previous experience in Buddhism or spiritual practice to attend. Whether you are seeking greater clarity, carrying the weight of ongoing stress, or simply longing for time to reconnect with yourself, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to learn from an authentic living lineage while exploring what healing, balance, and presence mean in your own life.

Sometimes the most meaningful shifts begin not by adding more, but by creating enough space to listen.