Soul, a Silent Retreat Vipassana in Bali

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Bali Eco Stay, Jalan Kanciana Village, Gunung Salak, Tabanan Regency, Bali, Indonesia
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Up to 16 in group
Date
March 16 - 23, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • This is a special retreat, an opportunity to turn off the outside noise and dive into the inside voices, visions and sensations.
  • This retreat will be completely offline, and in silence, in order to shut off the outside and give you the space to listen.
  • You will learn how to meditate if you have never learnt it before, step by step. You will learn some pranayama and some soft asana practices you can take home with you.
  • There will be free time for extra practice and exploring the beautiful and magical mountain resort offering nourishment for all your senses within a natural setting of waterfalls, food forests, rice fields and towering mountains reaching as far as the eye can see.
  • We will enjoy a welcome circle with the village women who will teach you how to make Balinese offerings followed by a blessing with the local Manku (which is the local priest) in our family temple.
  • We will explore a two-hour trek through the surrounding villages, abundant food forests and rice paddies.
  • Learn the Buddha’s powerful techniques, to liberate from patterns of behaviour, conditioning and traumas.
  • Learn how to calm the mind, observe the reality as it, by learning meditation step by step.
  • Detox from screens and outside noises, and re-discover your true nature so you can listen to your inner soul’s voices, and connect to mother nature on a deeper level.
  • Come back and listen to your heart and feel more Self love, worthiness, kindness and compassion. and how to share love kindness and compassion to all living beings.
  • Understand the law of nature : impermanence. And how to surrender to change.
  • Learn how to release your suffering by being resilient to craving and aversions.
  • All Yoga and Meditation are roughly 50 Hours of practice
  • 6 Yin sessions include Cranio-Sacral & Sound Massage which is given to all practitioners
  • 1 Astrology and TCM evening ceremony, to celebrate the New Astrological Year, Equinox & Eclipse Season
  • 1 Full Sound Bath
  • A welcome circle with the village women who will teach you how to make Balinese offerings followed by a blessing with the local Manku (which is the local priest) in our family temple.
  • A two-hour trek through the surrounding villages, abundant food forests and rice paddies.
  • A Very Special Surprise Retreat Kit
  • 1-1 Pre retreat call to learn about what you are bringing to the retreat (injuries, mind, traumas etc).
  • ...and more surprises

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Details of this retreat

Learn How to Liberate Yourself from your Conditioning and Traumas
by Diving into the Wisdom of Vipassana Meditation.


Have You Ever had the Calling from your Soul to Just Listen?
A Deep Call of Listening to your Heart?
Have you ever wanted to release this past trauma and conditioning or understand better why you react to life the way you do?
Have you ever wanted to dive deeper into your Meditation & Yoga practice, to enhance your self love, and connect to your breath and sensations?
If your Answers are Yes, You’re in the Right Space.
This is a special retreat, an opportunity to turn off the outside noise and dive into the inside voices, visions and sensations.


This retreat will be completely offline, and in silence, in order to shut off the outside and give you the space to listen.


You will learn how to meditate if you have never learnt it before, step by step. You will learn some pranayama and some soft asana practices you can take home with you.


There will be free time for extra practice and exploring the beautiful and magical mountain resort offering nourishment for all your senses within a natural setting of waterfalls, food forests, rice fields and towering mountains reaching as far as the eye can see.


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A 7 night journey in the spirit of Vipassana Meditation,
To turn off the outside noise and re-discover your true nature.

Connect to Mother Nature and listen to your inner soul’s voices,
On the New Astrological Year, Equinox & Eclipse Season.

| Meditation, Soft Asana, Philosophy, Pranayama, Yin Yoga |
Enriched with Cranio-Sacral Therapy and Sound Massage.

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Your Host & Teacher::
Amber Houbara,
Nice to Meet you
Amber has been practicing yoga and meditation since 2011 and started teaching in 2016. She started hosting Soul, a Silent Retreat in 2022.
She is hosting retreats, workshops, events, classes and private sessions around the world and have supported hundreds of people in her offerings.

Amber participated in a number of Vipassana courses and serving, Teacher trainings/ courses/ workshops of asana /pranayama /philosophy with great teachers such as; Maty Ezraty, Matthew Sweeney, AG & Indra Mohan, Mark Robberds as well as a deep practice with many great teachers from Israel such as Shirley Caspi, Sharon Kanor, Nancy Gardush, Galia Kornfeld, Eden Gershon, and a Yin Yoga TT with Noga Weiss.

Amber is trained in Cranio-Sacral Therapy, Peter Hess Sound Massage and Sound Bath facilitation. Therefore you will experience these modalities of therapy throughout the retreat.


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Location :: Bali Eco Stay
Nestled in its very own luscious green valley, Bali Eco Stay is surrounded by fresh water springs and pure mountain streams that cascade down a twelve-meter waterfall into a rock pool of profound beauty. The resort is surrounded by towering food forests and sculptured rice terraces, and sits 480 metres above sea level, thus creating refreshing temperatures that are at least 5 to 10 degrees cooler than the coasts of Bali.

Bali Eco Stay takes its ethos of treading lightly upon the earth very seriously, without compromising on the comfort of guests. Upon arriving in this mystical setting, you will indulge in all that nature has to offer, with fresh authentic food, breath-taking landscapes and vistas, cooling temperatures with mountain breezes and fresh rock pools.
Come and rediscover your sense of equilibrium and reconnect with nature.


Accommodation
In the heart of Bali, experience first hand the incredible surrounding landscapes from eight open-air Bali overwater bungalows. Immerse yourself in nature for a totally liberating experience.
Surrounded by waterfalls, rice paddies, mountain streams and jungle food forests, each one of the Balinese bungalows at Bali Eco Stay is your own mini sanctuary.
You have total privacy and comfort while being a stone-throw away from all the resort’s facilities.
In keeping with the island’s breathtaking natural beauty, our overwater bungalows Bali have been specially designed using locally sourced materials that naturally blend into the mountain scenery.


The Food & Restaurant
Based on permaculture principles our resort is surrounded by food gardens. With 75% of the food in our restaurant coming from our land, we use no chemical fertilizers or pesticides but choose to work in harmony with nature.
fruits, vegetables and spices are directly picked from our permaculture garden, which you can visit at your leisure. In addition to our vast array of freshly grown produce, we also grow our own vanilla and cacao, which are all chemical free and grown in our rich volcanic soil.
Enjoy your breakfast, lunch or dinner in our beautifully handcrafted Bali Eco Stay restaurant with expansive views overlooking the rice paddies, food forests and even the Indian Ocean in the distance. With open windows all around the restaurant, you can sample our food, sip a drink or simply relax while being basked in a refreshing breeze flowing over the valley, providing comfortable temperatures throughout the day and night.



Investment
Private Bungalow - AUD $3,800
Private Room - AUD $3,300
Shared Room - AUD $2,900
An investment to liberate yourself from patterns of behaviour, conditioning and traumas, by learning the Buddha’s powerful techniques, in the sacred and magical Mountains of Bali.
On the New Astrological Year, Equinox & Eclipse Season.




Testimonials
"I attended my first silent retreat with Amber after attending many silent retreats, mostly Vipassana retreats. My experience with Amber was one that was deeply nurturing and restorative.

I became aware that what Amber offers, in her retreats is the magical feminine essence that creates a safe and sacred place to go deep into the depths of your subconscious Saṅkhāras, while allowing for other ways to move energy, emotions and behaviours with beautiful Hatha style yoga, qi gong and restorative yoga featuring her divine sound healing and intuitive Craniosacral therapy.

One of my favourite parts of Soul - a silent retreat are Amber’s philosophy talks - her insights, her ability to breakdown the Vipassana meditation technique in a way that is through her depth of experience and faith, her passion for exploring the astrological forecast at the time of your retreat is just something very special.

Amber’s wisdom, integrity and ability to hold space is palpable. Her retreats are carefully curated in special places of nature and attending will be one of the most spiritually significant landmarks for your journey inwards, in a way that will feel safe, held and like, OMG can’t wait to attend my next one.

Thank you Amber, you are truly gifted at what you share into the universe and beyond ❤"

Schedule

Morning Meditation 6.00-7.00 am
We will start the day with a meditation in the inlet beach (if the weather will allow, otherwise it will be at the A-frame), you are more than welcome to wake up earlier and have a tea or coffee if you wish. The morning mediation will be partially guided, and we will be practicing what we have learnt the day prior.

Chai Break 7.00-7.30
Enjoy a delicious home made chai and the nature around you.

Soft Asana & Pranayama Practice 7.30-9.00
The morning Asana practice will involve a Qi Gong exercise, simple pranayama exercises and some gentle soft movements to move the Qi (energy) in the body and prepare the body for long sits, as well as to emphasise our learning how to keep the practice while in movement.

Breakfast Break 9.00-10.30
Breakfast will be served at 9.15 at the A-frame after the asana session, and there will be free time until next session.

Meditation 10.30-12.30
After breakfast there will be new teachings. The meditation will be guided, and then will be in silence to allow you to practice what you have learnt. Once the teachings are done, and the guided meditation is finished, and it is time for self-practice (with me in the hall), feel free to use the toilet if you wish (while moving mindfully and silently to not disturb others).

Lunch Break 12.30-14.00
Lunch will be served at 12:45 after the meditation session. Enjoy a long lunch break, Feel free to nap, walk around, rest or sit in nature. This is your time to restore.

Self Practice/ Free Time 14.00-16.00
After lunch there will be free time for either self practice, rest, exploring the nature around, or sitting and taking this magical place in. I would suggest you to maintain the practice even if you are simply walking through the forest. The more you practice in this special ‘isolated’ time from ‘real life’, the deeper you will go and the more you will be able to eradicate and release.

Dharma Talk/ Philosophy Class 16.00-17.00
After this self practice or free time, we will meet again for a Dharma talk around the magical rock (if the weather will allow, otherwise it will be at the A-frame), Please make sure you wear closed shoes for this, and if you wish you can bring a blanket or a cushion to sit on.

Walking Meditation/ Break 17.00-17.30

Yin Yoga, Cranio-Sacral & Sound Massage 17.30-19.00
We will finish our day with a Yin Yoga session to stretch out our bodies, and to keep the practice while in different situations (poses). In some of these practices I will use guided imagery.
We will finish with Love and Kindness Meditation (Metta Bhavna).

*Cranio Sacral Therapy and Sound Massage is given to all practitioners during the practice.
*On one of the nights there would be a special evening practice;

Translating the Astrology situation of the planets and star signs (- themes, emotions etc) into Traditional Chinese Medicine (the meridians, emotions, organs and themes) - These are explained by Amber and followed by a Yin yoga practice according to these themes. Finished by a long and transformative Guided Imagery. Cranio Sacral Therapy and Sound Massage is given to all practitioners during the practice.

Dinner 19.00
Dinner will be served at 18.45 at the restaurant, and you can have free time / extra sleep.

*We will enjoy a welcome circle with the village women who will teach you how to make Balinese offerings followed by a blessing with the local Manku (which is the local priest) in our family temple.
*We will explore a two-hour trek through the surrounding villages, abundant food forests and rice paddies.
*One of the evenings there would be a special surprise
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Yoga and Theraphy with Amber, Bali Eco Stay, Jalan Kanciana Village, Gunung Salak, Tabanan Regency, Bali, Indonesia

Directions

Kanciana Village, Kemetug, Gunung Salak, Selemadeg Timur, Tabanan Regency, Bali 82162, Indonesia

Bali Eco Stay is 450m above sea level on the Southern slopes of Mt. Batukaru (2200 m), Bali’s second highest mountain and only around 1.5 to 2 hours from Ubud and Kuta.

Map Reference: -8.432087, 115.0647923

TRANSFERS
As we are hard to find and the road can be challenging we highly recommend our transfer service from anywhere in Bali. Denpasar Airport transfer IDR 500.000

Accommodation

There are 3 options for accommodation: In the heart of Bali, experience first hand the incredible surrounding landscapes from eight open-air Bali overwater bungalows. Immerse yourself in nature for a totally liberating experience. Surrounded by waterfalls, rice paddies, mountain streams and jungle food forests, each one of the Balinese bungalows at Bali Eco Stay is your own mini sanctuary. You have total privacy and comfort while being a stone-throw away from all the resort’s facilities. In keeping with the island’s breathtaking natural beauty, our overwater bungalows Bali have been specially designed using locally sourced materials that naturally blend into the mountain scenery. - Private Bungalow with Ensuit Bathroom Have your very own private bungalow, with ensuit bathroom and balcony. SOLD OUT - Private Room in a Shared Bungalow Have your very own private room, with shared ensuit bathroom and balcony. - 2ppl Shared Room in a Shared Bungalow share a room with only 1 other person (can be your family or friend on request), with shared ensuit bathroom and balcony.

Accommodation
Includes: - 7 Nights Accommodation in a private room in a shared bungalow - Full Board Vegetarian Food (Breakfast, lunch, dinner, chai, treats + all day coffee & tea) - All Yoga and Meditation (Roughly 50 Hours, 6 Yin sessions include Cranio-Sacral & Sound Massage which is given to all practitioners) - a welcome circle with the village women who will teach you how to make Balinese offerings followed by a blessing with the local Manku (which is the local priest) in our family temple. - A two-hour trek through the surrounding villages, abundant food forests and rice paddies. - 1 Astrology and TCM evening ceremony, to celebrate the new moon eclipse in Aries - 1-1 Pre retreat call to learn about what you are bringing to the retreat (injuries, mind, traumas etc). - A Very Special Surprise Retreat Kit - ..and more surprises
Accommodation
Includes: - 7 Nights Accommodation in a shared room in a shared bungalow - Full Board Vegetarian Food (Breakfast, lunch, dinner, chai, treats + all day coffee & tea) - All Yoga and Meditation (Roughly 50 Hours, 6 Yin sessions include Cranio-Sacral & Sound Massage which is given to all practitioners) - a welcome circle with the village women who will teach you how to make Balinese offerings followed by a blessing with the local Manku (which is the local priest) in our family temple. - A two-hour trek through the surrounding villages, abundant food forests and rice paddies. - 1 Astrology and TCM evening ceremony, to celebrate the new moon eclipse in Aries - 1-1 Pre retreat call to learn about what you are bringing to the retreat (injuries, mind, traumas etc). - A Very Special Surprise Retreat Kit - ..and more surprises

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The Space - Bali Eco Stay
Nestled in its very own luscious green valley, Bali Eco Stay is surrounded by fresh water springs and pure mountain streams that cascade down a twelve-meter waterfall into a rock pool of profound beauty. The resort is surrounded by towering food forests and sculptured rice terraces, and sits 480 metres above sea level, thus creating refreshing temperatures that are at least 5 to 10 degrees cooler than the coasts of Bali.

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In the heart of Bali, experience first hand the incredible surrounding landscapes from eight open-air Bali overwater bungalows. Immerse yourself in nature for a totally liberating experience.

What's Included

  • 7 Nights Accommodation (to choose from)
  • Full Board Vegetarian/ Vegan Food (Breakfast, lunch, dinner, chai, treats + all day coffee & tea)
  • All Yoga and Meditation (Roughly 50 Hours)
  • 6 Yin sessions include Cranio-Sacral & Sound Massage which is given to all practitioners
  • 1 Astrology and TCM evening ceremony, to celebrate the new moon eclipse in Aries
  • A welcome circle with the village women who will teach you how to make Balinese offerings followed by a blessing with the local Manku (which is the local priest) in our family temple.
  • A two-hour trek through the surrounding villages, abundant food forests and rice paddies.
  • A Very Special Surprise Retreat Kit
  • 1-1 Pre retreat call to learn about what you are bringing to the retreat (injuries, mind, traumas etc).

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Visas
  • transport to and from the retreat
  • Travel insurance

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