Lovina, Bali, Indonesia
Up to 20 in group
23 Days Package (22 nights)
About this Retreat
Guru Gede Arimbawa, the visionary founder of Santhika Retreat Center, is a Balinese healer in the 7th generation. Deeply rooted in the island’s spiritual traditions, he has spent his life sharing ancient wisdom with those seeking healing and transformation. Guru Gede is the creative mind behind Dream Hill, a sanctuary he brought to life from his imagination, and he personally trains all of our SPA therapists in traditional Balinese healing techniques.
Learning the sacred practices of yoga, healing, and spirituality from his father, Guru Made Sudire, at the young age of 10, Guru Gede has honed his craft over decades. Today, he joyfully imparts his knowledge, guiding others on their journey to wellness. He also practices Numerology using the ancient Balinese calendar and offers deep tissue healing massages.
Every Full Moon, Guru Gede leads a special ceremony and meditation at the ancient Buddhist Temple, Candi Buddha, where participants connect deeply with the island’s spiritual energy.
Anna is a holistic educator, aromapsychologist, and retreat leader with more than a decade of experience guiding people through profound personal transformation. She is the co-founder of Santhika Retreat Center in Bali and the creator of Essential Mandala School, a holistic educational platform that unites Aroma Psychology, Metaphorical Cards, and Archetypal Coaching.
Since 2010, Anna has been teaching Kundalini Yoga, leading wellness retreats, and developing transformational games and aroma-based self-awareness tools that help people reconnect with their authentic selves. Her approach blends ancient wisdom with modern psychology, creating safe spaces for emotional healing, self-discovery, and inner growth.
At Santhika Retreat Center, Anna facilitates personal consultations with MAC and aroma-psychological sessions, helping guests release emotional tension and realign with their life purpose. Her life’s mission is to remind each person that healing is a creative process of returning to wholeness — and that self-awareness is the first step toward true freedom.
With over 20 years of experience, Guru Made is a seasoned yoga teacher who began his journey with classic Sivananda Hatha Yoga. Today, he specializes in the ancient healing practice of Balinese Yoga Markandeya, along with yoga therapy, sound healing, and aqua healing shiatsu. As the head of the Yoga Community in North Bali, Guru Made helps local people find happiness through yoga and holistic wellness.
At Santhika Retreat Center, Guru Made facilitates a variety of transformative practices, including Balinese Healing Yoga, Sacred Purification ceremonies, and private healing sessions such as Private Holistic Body Work and sacred solitude meditation. He also leads a special 7-chakra healing cleansing ceremony at our Holy Santhipala waterfall, guiding participants through deep, spiritual healing. His teachings offer a rare and powerful blend of ancient wisdom and modern healing techniques, making every session a profound experience.
Ari’s journey began as an emergency nurse, but after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that severely affected her mobility, she found healing through yoga. This transformative experience inspired her to become a certified Hatha and Yin Yoga teacher. Her teachings are grounded in the principles of embodiment, helping students connect with their physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts in the present moment. At Santhika Retreat, Ari guides restorative yoga and meditation sessions, sharing her journey of resilience and healing with those seeking inner peace and mindfulness.
In addition to her yoga practice, Ari has a special ability to read energy, offering private energy and chakra healing sessions as well as past life regressions, creating a deeply holistic and transformative healing experience for her clients.
Meet Nena, an International Yoga Teacher with a rich and diverse training background. She completed her traditional Hatha Yoga Teacher Training at a Yoga Alliance accredited school in India, and further honed her expertise with a prestigious scholarship from a renowned yoga school in Ubud, Bali. With her RYT500-hour certification and YACEP, Nena brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice.
Having taught globally, Nena has worked as an instructor, lead yoga teacher, and project manager for various yoga retreats across Europe and Asia. Her expertise spans Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative, and Yin Yoga, with a strong emphasis on proper alignment, Pranayama, and Mindfulness. As an Ashtanga practitioner since 2018, she is dedicated to cultivating both physical health—improving flexibility, strength, balance, and posture—and emotional well-being in her students.
Nena’s philosophy is simple: "Yoga is my Therapy! I love sharing my passion and love for practice with others."
Details of this retreat
Embark on a transformative journey with our 23-Day Self-Awareness Retreat set in the tranquil and picturesque surroundings of North Bali. This comprehensive retreat is meticulously designed to foster deep self-discovery, emotional healing, and spiritual growth. Over three weeks, participants will delve into various modalities of self-exploration and holistic wellness practices, including daily yoga and meditation, engaging workshops, and therapeutic private sessions.
The retreat is an opportunity to disconnect from the stresses of everyday life and reconnect with your inner self, gaining clarity and insights that pave the way for personal transformation. Whether you seek to find your life's purpose, improve mental and physical well-being, or simply wish to attain a deeper understanding of yourself, this retreat offers the tools and environment necessary for profound and lasting change.
❤️What is Special About This Retreat?
* A True Balinese Sanctuary. This retreat unfolds in a space that breathes the spirit of Bali — not a resort, but a soulful sanctuary infused with nature, prayer, and sacred beauty. You won’t just stay in Bali. You will live it, feel it, and carry its spirit within you long after you leave.
* A Community Without Borders. You’ll meet open-hearted souls from all over the world, each on their own path of healing and growth. Through shared experiences, honest conversations, and meaningful silence, you’ll create bonds that often last far beyond the retreat.
* Healing With Balinese Wisdom Keepers.You will be guided by traditional Balinese healers, numerologists, and energy workers — guardians of ancient wisdom and subtle energy. These sessions go far deeper than therapy or coaching — they awaken something sacred and timeless within.
* A Journey Designed Just for You. Your transformation begins with a personal diagnostic session to uncover your core needs and intentions. Based on this deep inner inquiry, a tailored 21-day plan is created for you — with personal guidance and ongoing support throughout the retreat. Every step is aligned with your unique emotional and energetic path.
* A Ritual Path of Rebirth. Sacred ceremonies are woven throughout your journey — from emotional release at a holy waterfall to meditations in ancient temples and fire rituals under the stars. These are not performances — they are invitations into something real, raw, and spiritually alive.
* A Multidimensional Experience. This retreat brings together the best of East and West, body and soul. Yoga, meditation, sound healing, deep bodywork, cultural immersion, nature adventures, and daily wellness practices — everything is designed to support your transformation on every level.
This retreat offers a holistic blend of activities and therapies, all set in the tranquil and inspiring environment of Bali, making it a perfect choice for those seeking to deeply reconnect with themselves and advance their journey toward personal fulfillment and wellness.
Why Should You Choose This Retreat?
⭐️ Because You’re Ready to Put Yourself First: This is not a break — it’s a loving commitment to yourself. You’re not here to escape life, but to meet it fully — rested, realigned, and reconnected to what truly matters.
⭐️Because Healing Happens in a Sacred Space: You’ll be held in a space where ancient Balinese wisdom and conscious Western practices come together. Every moment — from ceremonies to conversations — is infused with intention, care, and spiritual depth.
⭐️Because You’re Not Just a Guest — You’re Seen: We don’t follow a one-size-fits-all plan. From the moment you arrive, we walk beside you. You receive personal guidance, your own wellness path, and support to meet whatever comes up — with compassion and clarity.
⭐️Because You’ll Find Your People: You’ll meet heart-led humans from around the world — not just fellow travelers, but soul companions. You’ll share stories, insights, laughter, and those beautiful silences that only happen when someone truly understands.
⭐️Because 23 Days is a Gift of Real Change: Most retreats last just long enough to feel good — then you go back to “real life.” This retreat gives you time to rewire, reimagine, and remember who you really are. And you’ll leave not just lighter, but clearer, stronger, and full of new tools for the journey ahead.
This retreat offers the time and space to create a meaningful transformation in your life.
23-Day Time For Me Wellness Retreat Itinerary
Embark on a transformative 23-day journey with our Self-Awareness Retreat, designed to foster deep personal growth and enlightenment in the serene backdrop of Bali. This retreat is structured to guide you through a comprehensive exploration of your inner self, leveraging a variety of practices to enhance mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Embark on a transformative 23-day journey with our Self-Awareness Retreat, designed to foster deep personal growth and enlightenment in the serene backdrop of Bali. This retreat is structured to guide you through a comprehensive exploration of your inner self, leveraging a variety of practices to enhance mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
🍀Daily Yoga and Meditation. Begin each day with yoga sessions that cater to all skill levels, focusing on improving posture, flexibility, and mental clarity. Followed by meditation practices, these sessions are designed to help you cultivate mindfulness and a deeper connection to your inner self.
🍀Self-Awareness Workshops. Engage in specialized workshops that utilize tools like aroma psychology, metaphorical cards and Balinese numerology to uncover deeper insights into your personality and life path. These sessions are interactive and provide practical skills you can use to continue your self-discovery journey.
🍀Private Healing Sessions. Throughout the retreat, you will have access to 3 private healing sessions which include sound healing, aromatherapy, and personalized counseling. These sessions are tailored to address individual emotional and energetic needs, facilitating a holistic healing process.
🍀Cultural and Spiritual Activities. Participate in local cultural activities such as traditional Balinese ceremonies at sacred sites. These experiences are not only enriching but also integral to understanding and adopting the spiritual practices that contribute to self-awareness.
🍀SPA Treatments. Indulge in therapeutic SPA treatments designed to rejuvenate your body and soothe your soul. 9 treatments are carefully chosen to complement the physical activities of the retreat and enhance your overall well-being.
🍀Excursions and Tours. Explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of North Bali with 5 guided tours. Visit local landmarks, trek through lush landscapes, and immerse yourself in the local community.
🍀Nutritious Cuisine. Enjoy meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients designed to nourish and detoxify your body while supporting your energy levels throughout the retreat.
This 23-day retreat is a comprehensive program that provides you with the tools, experiences, and insights necessary to achieve a profound understanding of yourself and to continue evolving long after the retreat has ended.
Deepen Your Journey with Aroma psychology method
🌸Aroma Diagnostic: Uncovering the Root. Your journey begins with a deeply intuitive aroma-diagnostic session. Through the scents you’re drawn to, we identify not only your current emotional state but also subconscious patterns and root causes behind your inner challenges. Based on this, you receive a personal 21-day aroma plan with a custom essential oil blend, a supportive affirmation, and daily self-reflection questions — creating a gentle yet powerful path of transformation through scent and awareness.
🌸Aromatic Touch: Healing Through the Body. Scent becomes medicine when applied through the hands. As part of your personal aroma journey, you’ll receive massage and body treatments using a custom essential oil blend — crafted to support your emotional and energetic needs. These sessions combine the power of touch and the wisdom of aroma, helping to gently release tension, integrate emotional shifts, and bring you back into harmony with your body.
🌸Transformational Aroma Game. This unique game-based method bridges play and depth. Through symbolic scenarios, chosen aromas, and spontaneous reactions, you gain powerful insights into hidden beliefs, emotional blocks, and your inner truth. The experience is often surprising, revealing, and deeply healing — allowing you to shift perspective and reconnect with your authentic self in a safe and engaging way.
Aroma Psychology is more than just a method — it is a gentle, intuitive guide that accompanies you throughout your entire 23-day transformation.
It brings change not only through awareness, but through sensation, embodiment, and emotional integration. Acting as your personal compass, it offers clarity when you feel lost, support when emotions rise, and grounding rituals to anchor your healing into everyday life.
Three Stages of Transformation
🔥Week 1: Clarity & Self-Awareness
Your retreat begins with a gentle landing — a moment to breathe, slow down, and remember why you came. The first week invites you into deep self-inquiry through a personal aroma-diagnostic session that sets the tone for your unique 21-day journey. You’ll begin to uncover inner needs and emotional roots that may have long gone unnoticed.
With the support of daily yoga, reflective meditations, massages, and detoxifying SPA ritual, your system starts to release tension — physically and emotionally. You are gently guided through sacred experiences: a purification ceremony at a hidden waterfall, a personal numerology session rooted in ancient Balinese wisdom, and a visit to a tranquil Buddhist temple, where you'll take part in a guided meditation for gratitude and intention.
The week expands into joyful exploration — connecting with nature, the island’s traditions, and like-minded travelers. It closes with a dolphin-watching tour and a grounding sound healing session, helping you integrate the insights and sensations of your first inner spiral.
🔥Week 2: Transformation & Emotional Release
The second week deepens the spiral, inviting you into the heart of transformation. With your awareness sharpened and your energy beginning to move, you now explore deeper emotional patterns through a session with metaphorical cards — a mirror to the subconscious.
This is a week of courage and release. Two private spiritual healing sessions help unlock what’s ready to be let go. Your body is supported through nurturing touch — massages and deeply restorative hot stone SPA rituals. Through it all, your personal aroma plan continues to hold and guide you with daily reflection prompts and affirmations.
You also step into the outer world with fresh eyes: a full-day cultural and nature tour through the landscapes of North Bali offers new perspectives and space to simply be. The week ends again with a group sound healing — offering harmony where before there may have been noise. You’ll feel lighter, clearer, and more open to what comes next.
🔥Week 3 — Integration & Embodiment
The final week softens into spaciousness. Having cleared what no longer serves you, you're now ready to fill your inner space with intention, presence, and renewed vitality. You begin with a powerful transformational game — bringing together the insights, emotions, and changes you've experienced into a unified inner picture.
There is time for quiet restoration, for listening to your body and honoring your growth. Your final healing session, the deeply indulgent Queen SPA experience, and gentle yoga practices help you return to your body — not as it was, but as it is now: aligned, awake, and whole.
A peaceful trip to Pemuteran, with its calm sea and sacred coral gardens, offers time for reflection and natural integration. The spiral draws inward again — not to close, but to seed the new chapter you’re ready to live. The week ends with a final sound healing journey, gently sealing your transformation with harmony and peace.
