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12-Day Self-Love Wellness Retreat in North Bali
Daily yoga, Balinese healing ceremonies, sound healing and one-on-one sessions across twelve days on Bali's quiet northern coast.
A twelve-day wellness retreat in North Bali built around daily yoga, meditation, sound healing, Balinese purification ceremonies, and one-on-one healing sessions. The program blends Hatha, Restorative and Balinese Yoga Markandeya with self-awareness workshops, spa treatments, and guided excursions to waterfalls, temples and the Bali Sea.
The retreat suits people recovering from burnout, navigating a life transition, or simply needing a long pause in a quiet place. Practices are gentle to moderate and open to all levels. North Bali's less-touristed coast sets the tone: dolphins at dawn, volcanic hot springs, and a hillside centre where the stairs are part of the rhythm.
The Retreat Experience
Days begin slowly. A morning yoga session — sometimes Hatha, sometimes the slower supported holds of Restorative — opens the body before breakfast. Meditation follows, guided and unhurried, with space to sit with whatever arrives.
The middle of the day shifts between inner work and outward exploration. Self-awareness workshops use metaphorical cards, journaling and group conversation to surface patterns worth examining. Private healing sessions — one-to-one with a practitioner using energy work, therapeutic conversation, or other holistic techniques — let you go deeper on whatever you are carrying. On other afternoons, the retreat leaves the hill: a snorkeling trip to swim near wild dolphins, a traditional purification ceremony at a private holy waterfall led by a local priest, or a visit to Bali's largest Buddhist temple followed by a soak in mineral-rich hot springs.
Sound healing sessions use Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and chimes — you lie back and let the resonance do the work. Three spa treatments are woven into the stay, including a detox treatment and a Balinese-style Queen or King session using local techniques and ingredients.
Balinese Yoga Markandeya — a practice rooted in the island's spiritual traditions, blending physical postures with ritual — runs through the program alongside the more familiar Hatha and Restorative classes. It is one of the things that makes this retreat feel specifically Balinese rather than generically tropical.
The full-day Grand Lovina excursion takes in waterfalls, Lake Beratan's Ulun Danu Temple, botanical gardens, local markets and the twin lakes viewpoint. A cooking class gives you something practical to carry home.
Evenings are unstructured. The property sits on a rocky hillside — stairs connect the rooms to the practice spaces — and the pace invites rest. You are likely to leave tired in the honest way: stretched, treated, fed, and noticeably quieter than when you arrived.
Program
The retreat runs over twelve days with a daily rhythm rather than a fixed hour-by-hour timetable.
- Morning practice — daily yoga (Hatha, Restorative, and Balinese Yoga Markandeya) and guided meditation
- Workshops and healing — self-awareness workshops using metaphorical cards and reflective exercises; private one-on-one healing sessions tailored to your needs
- Bodywork — three spa treatments across the stay, including a detox session and a Balinese Queen/King treatment
- Excursions — guided trips including wild dolphin snorkeling, a private holy waterfall purification ceremony, Bali's largest Buddhist temple with holy hot springs, and the full-day Grand Lovina tour
- Sound healing — sessions with Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and chimes
- Cooking class — hands-on session with the retreat kitchen
- Free time — afternoons and evenings to rest, walk, or explore the nearby beach
Arrival and departure days are part of the twelve-night stay.
Benefits
- A daily yoga and meditation practice you can continue at home — built in across twelve mornings
- Greater self-awareness through workshops using metaphorical cards, journaling and guided reflection
- Personalised support from one-on-one healing sessions addressing what you are actually working through
- Direct experience of Balinese spiritual culture — purification ceremonies, temple visits, and Yoga Markandeya
- Physical restoration through three spa treatments, restorative yoga and sound healing
- Practical kitchen skills from a cooking class using fresh local ingredients
Meet Your Teachers
The retreat is guided by a team of Balinese healers, yoga teachers and holistic practitioners based at Santhika Retreat Center.
What's Included
- 11 nights' accommodation
- 3 daily meals
- Daily yoga and meditation classes
- Self-awareness workshops
- Private healing sessions
- 3 spa treatments (detox package and Queen/King Balinese treatment)
- Sound healing sessions
- Wild dolphin watching and snorkeling tour
- Private holy waterfall purification tour
- Buddhist temple and holy hot springs tour
- Grand Lovina full-day excursion
- Cooking class
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- All retreat transportation
- Water, tea and coffee throughout the day
- Welcome drink
- WiFi
- Pre- and post-retreat support from the team
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Additional activities outside the itinerary
- Additional spa treatments beyond the three included
Accommodation
Rooms are spread across two properties. Dream Hill sits on a rocky hillside near the retreat centre; Santhiku Hotel is 600 metres from the beach with a free shuttle to Dream Hill for all activities.
Dream Hill — Private Room, Shared Bathroom
Single room with fan and mosquito net. Shared bathroom located just outside the room. Positioned at the top of the rock — stairs required to reach.
Dream Hill — Private Room, Private Bathroom
Single room with fan, mosquito net and private bathroom. Top of the rock, stairs required.
Dream Hill — Superior Single Room, Private Bathroom
Single room with sea view from the room or terrace, private bathroom, fan, mosquito net and sitting area outside the door. Some rooms include a bathtub (subject to availability). Each room is unique.
Dream Hill — Private Double Room
Double bed, private bathroom, fan, mosquito net and outdoor sitting area. Priced for two people.
Santhiku Hotel — Standard Room
One double bed and one single bed (up to three guests), air conditioning, private bathroom and terrace. Access to the hotel lounge pool. Priced per room; single, double and triple occupancy options available.
Santhiku Hotel — Superior Room
One double bed with option to add an extra bed (up to three guests), air conditioning, private bathroom and terrace. Access to the hotel lounge pool. Priced per room; single, double and triple occupancy options available.
Food & Meals
Three meals a day are included, prepared with fresh local ingredients. The menu features salads, soups, juices and smoothies alongside cooked dishes. Dietary preferences are accommodated — the kitchen caters to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, egg-free and sugar-conscious needs. Water, tea and coffee are available throughout the day. A cooking class is part of the program.
Location
The retreat is set in North Bali, in the Lovina area — a quieter, less-touristed coast bordered by the Bali Sea and volcanic mountains. The region is known for its waterfalls, wildlife and cultural sites. A complimentary shuttle operates within the Lovina area for guests.
About the Venue
Santhika Dream Hill Retreat Center sits on a rocky hillside with practice spaces, a spa, and rooms distributed across multiple levels connected by stairs. The property was designed and built by founder Guru Gede Arimbawa. A second venue, Santhiku Hotel, is located 600 metres from the beach and offers a lounge pool; a free shuttle connects hotel guests to Dream Hill for all retreat activities.
About the Organizer
Santhika Retreat Center. Dream Hill
Santhika Retreat Center is a holistic wellness centre in North Bali combining traditional Balinese healing practices with modern therapeutic techniques. Programs include yoga, meditation, sound healing, and cultural tours. The centre was founded by Guru Gede Arimbawa, a seventh-generation Balinese healer.
Highlights
- A private holy waterfall purification ceremony led by a Balinese priest — one of the retreat's most striking experiences
- Daily Hatha, Restorative and Balinese Yoga Markandeya classes across twelve unhurried mornings
- Wild dolphin snorkeling off the North Bali coast
- Three spa treatments including a Balinese detox and Queen/King session
- Sound healing with Tibetan singing bowls, gongs and chimes
- The full-day Grand Lovina tour: waterfalls, Ulun Danu Temple, botanical gardens and the twin lakes
You arrive needing space. You leave with a practice, a tan, and a quieter mind.
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