The Best Meditation Retreats and Centres in Bali

Imagine a road winding through emerald rice fields leading to a place of calm surrounded by nothing but nature. On the slopes of the Tabanan mountains, Bali Eco Stay is a magical oasis of meditation, silence and health. The rooms complement the landscape of the valley and the views are phenomenal. The yoga shala is equipped for retreats and seminars and most of the food is sourced from the surrounding gardens. Here you’ll have the chance to switch off fully and find time for yourself, surrounded by the soothing sounds of waterfalls, birds and the river.

Bali Silent Retreat is an eco-sanctuary for meditation and prayer. Surrounded by green rice fields and protected by the sacred Mount Batu Karu and caressed by natural hot springs, this is the ideal place to start an inner journey of quiet contemplation. You can choose how long you stay and what you spend your time here doing, so long as you follow the mandate to respect the art of doing nothing. Breathe deep and relax.

For soul-seeking adventurous types and ocean lovers, Shambala Oceanside Retreat and Spa is the ideal spot. Found in the far north of the island, the centre overlooks the gentle waves of the northern shore. Your daily yoga and meditation practices are complemented by trekking to waterfalls, exploring local reefs and swimming with dolphins.

Prana Dewi is another jewel cloistered in the mountainous Tabanan region, one of the wildest areas in Bali. Wake in the morning and start your day meditating on the sacred Mount Batu Karu. The restaurant, stocked with organic, locally-sourced food, will feed your body, while the natural water swimming pool and local trekking trails will nourish your soul – for a well-rounded mindful experience of self-exploration and beauty.