42 retreats found
Eco Retreats in Australia
Eco retreats prioritise the natural environment — both as a setting and as something to protect. They tend to occupy low-impact, off-grid, or regenerative properties, where the landscape is as much a part of the program as the scheduled activities. Australia's biodiversity and vast natural areas make it one of the best countries in the world for this kind of retreat, and the operators who run them tend to take that responsibility seriously.
Browse 42 retreats
View all retreats →THE ECO LODGE - Byron Beach Retreats
★ 5Broken Head, New South Wales
Best for: nature escape
Secluded rainforest luxury just minutes from Byron Bay's stunning coastline
From $950 per night
custom
Sattva School of Dharma
★ 5Burringbar, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Vedic wisdom meets nature sanctuary in Australia's Northern Rivers.
9-day · 21-day
EcoView Retreat
★ 5Tallebudgera Valley, Queensland
Best for: nature escape
A private hinterland escape purpose-built for transformative group retreats.
Daily fee applies; covers 15 villas with optional multi-purpose rooms. Contact for pricing.
3-night · 4-night
La Tierra Curativa
★ 5Ourimbah, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A sacred permaculture farm where healing, nature and community come together.
custom
Wildwood Retreat
★ 5Pennyroyal, Victoria
Best for: digital detox
Reconnect with nature and purpose deep in the Otway Ranges rainforest.
Unearthed Retreats
★ 5Buderim, Queensland
Best for: nature escape
Discover curated wellness and experiential retreats across Australia and New Zealand.
Vejjasala Retreat Centre
★ 5Wingello, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A healing sanctuary in the Southern Highlands for mindful community service
day · weekend
Indigo Retreat
★ 5Murrah, New South Wales
Best for: nature escape
Romantic eco escape where art, nature and seclusion beautifully meet.
weekend · custom
The Farm for Wellbeing
★ 5Flaxley, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
A healing sanctuary on 24 acres of Adelaide Hills native bushland.
Meditations from $10, Moon Planner $25. Accommodation and event pricing not specified on homepage.
day · overnight
Ecopia Retreat - Kangaroo Island Luxury Accommodation
★ 5Seddon, South Australia
Best for: nature escape
Luxury eco escape nestled in the heart of Kangaroo Island wilderness
Heartspace Retreat
★ 5Yass River, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Eco luxe yoga retreat nestled among the rolling hills of Yass Valley
Retreat priced at $250; gift cards from $50
custom
Snowgums Mountain Retreat
★ 5Yaouk, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A secluded Snowy Mountains escape for rest, adventure, and genuine reconnection.
From $650/night (off-peak, min 2 nights); from $820+/night (winter/school holidays, min 3 nights). Discounts for longer stays.
2-night · 3-night
Murrah Dream Retreat
★ 5Murrah, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Sacred Australian bushland retreat where nature, healing and community converge.
custom
Mount Byron Retreat
★ 5Mount Byron, Queensland
Best for: digital detox
Unplug, reconnect and rediscover yourself in Queensland's natural sanctuary.
custom
Wollemi Ridge Retreats
★ 5Bilpin, New South Wales
Best for: digital detox
Luxury bush glamping in Bilpin where nature, food and creativity restore you
Day experiences from $45pp; one-night Chocolate Retreat Experience from $395pp; overnight glamping and group stays also available
day · 1-night
Satori Wellness & Adventure Retreats
★ 5Byron Bay, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Transformative wellness and adventure retreats for seekers, dreamers and explorers worldwide.
week · custom
Wybalena Organic Farm
★ 5The Pocket, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Exclusive hinterland farm retreat where community, nature and wellness meet
custom
Maya Sanctuary
★ 4.9Kanimbla, New South Wales
Best for: nature escape
A soulful bushland escape for couples and groups in the Blue Mountains.
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat
★ 4.9Malanda, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Award-winning treehouses nestled in World Heritage rainforest on the Atherton Tablelands.
La Rocher Eco Retreat
★ 4.9Smiths Creek, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Luxury eco villas with breathtaking views in the Mount Warning hinterland
custom
Amara Retreat
★ 4.9Verrierdale, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
A private 44-acre Noosa Hinterland sanctuary for rest, wellness, and reconnection.
From $240/night for Sanctuary Cabin; Mantra Guest House from $650/night; Amara Guest House from $1990/night; Exclusive Estate Package from $3500/night
3-night · custom
Gembrook Retreat
★ 4.9Gembrook, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Encounter God in creation and nurture your soul among the bush.
Sliding scale pricing: singles/couples $10â$80 per person per night; groups (day hire) $50â$200 per day; groups (overnight) $25â$80 per person per night plus $10 for children under 15
day · overnight
Tranquil Point
★ 4.9Deep Bay, Tasmania
Best for: solo reset
Stunning ocean views and private beaches in Tasmania's pristine Huon Valley
custom
Yarra Valley Living Centre
★ 4.9Yarra Junction, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
A sacred bushland sanctuary for spiritual renewal, wellbeing, and authentic living
custom
Canyonleigh Retreat
★ 4.9Canyonleigh, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Eco sanctuary in the Southern Highlands with trails, farm dining, and total serenity
custom
Byron Beach Retreats
★ 4.9Broken Head, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Private beachfront escapes in nature, just south of Byron Bay
From $450/night (The Bungalow), $850/night (The Beach House), $950/night (The Eco Lodge)
custom
Mt Jukes Eco Retreat
★ 4.9Mount Jukes, Queensland
Best for: digital detox
Off-grid eco sanctuary 30 minutes from Mackay where nature leads
day · weekend
Bowen Mountain Retreat
★ 4.8Bowen Mountain, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A nature-powered sanctuary nestled at the foothills of the Blue Mountains.
day · overnight
Krishna Valley
★ 4.8Bambra, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Spiritual eco-living retreat where community, nature and bliss come alive.
day
Bay and Bush Jervis Bay - Nature Retreat
★ 4.8Woollamia, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Australian bush sanctuary offering wellness, glamping, and nature experiences at Jervis Bay
Discounts available: 25% off with code ESCAPE25, or Stay 3 Nights Pay 2 with code STAY3PAY2 on direct bookings until 30 September
2-night · 3-night
Sine Cera Rainforest Retreat
★ 4.7Cougal, New South Wales
Best for: digital detox
Reconnect with yourself and nature in ancient Australian rainforest wilderness.
20% discount available for family retreats; pricing not publicly listed
custom
Arcoora Arts and Ecology Training Ground
★ 4.7Collins Creek, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Reconnect with nature through earth arts, ecology and village-minded living
immersive
Bamarang Bush Retreat
★ 4.7Bamarang, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient bushland seclusion just 2.5 hours from Sydney and Canberra
Ecoasis Mami Wata Rainforest Haven
★ 4.6Smiths Creek, New South Wales
Best for: digital detox
Rainforest eco-retreat where nature heals, comfort grounds, and time slows.
day · weekend
Vijayaloka Buddhist Retreat Centre
★ 4.6Minto Heights, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Nearly forty years of Buddhist retreat practice in the Australian bush
Weekend retreats from $220â$295pp; longer retreats up to $675/$595pp; working retreats from $75 + donation
weekend · 2-night
Nymboida Yoga Retreat
★ 4.5Nymboida, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Vegan yoga and spiritual retreats in a secluded 100-hectare NSW valley
Private silent retreat cost is by donation; volunteer stays at no cost but donation appreciated
weekend · week
Hunter Valley Retreat
★ 4.4Quorrobolong, New South Wales
Best for: digital detox
Bush sanctuary retreat where nature, wellness and wine country meet
weekend · week
Hare Krishna Retreat
★ 4.4Eungella, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Authentic spiritual yoga living on a breathtaking 1000-acre hinterland farm.
day · custom
Bodhi Tree Forest Monastery & Vipassana Retreat Centre
★ 3.9Tullera, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Vipassana practice rooted in restored rainforest on Australia's North Coast
Bellbunya Eco Retreat, Sustainable Permaculture Community & Education Center
★ 3.9Belli Park, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Permaculture, healing and community rooted in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Call (07) 5409 7577 for pricing; mix and match health programs available
day · weekend
Health Retreats Australia
Conondale, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Australia's trusted directory connecting you to transformative health and wellness retreats.
It's Naturally You
Club Terrace, Victoria
Best for: digital detox
Reconnect with nature and yourself in untouched East Gippsland wilderness
Contact for pricing information
1-night · 2-night
Common questions
- What makes a retreat 'eco'?
- Genuine eco retreats use sustainable building and energy practices, minimise waste, source food locally or from the property, and treat their impact on the natural environment as a core value — not a marketing add-on. Check individual listings for specifics.
- Are eco retreats comfortable?
- Standards vary. Some are genuinely off-grid and rustic; others offer considered comfort within a sustainable framework. Read each listing carefully for accommodation details — "eco" covers a wide range of settings.
- What activities are common at eco retreats?
- Nature walks, foraging, permaculture workshops, birdwatching, and conservation activities often complement yoga, meditation, and other wellness practices. The landscape is usually central to the program design.
- Are eco retreats family-friendly?
- Some are; many are adult-focused or have age restrictions. Check individual listings — a few eco retreat centres run specific family or children's programs during school holidays.