135 retreats found
Meditation Retreats in Australia
Meditation retreats in Australia range from single-day introductions to week-long intensives in the Vipassana or Zen tradition. Some centres maintain noble silence throughout; others weave meditation into a broader program that includes yoga, nature walks, or one-on-one guidance. Whatever your level of experience, there's a meditation retreat that meets you where you are — and likely one closer than you'd expect.
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View all retreats →Awakened Wellness
★ 5South Fremantle, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
Nourish your mind, body and soul through transformative wellness retreats in WA.
Payment plans available on request. Pricing not listed on site.
day · weekend
Awaken Retreats
★ 5Kuttabul, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
A peaceful semi-rural sanctuary for spiritual renewal, reflection, and deeper connection.
day · weekend
Auralis Retreats
★ 5Bondi Junction, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Luxury all-inclusive wellness retreats in Australia's most serene natural settings
3-night · 5-night
Yogarama Retreats
★ 5Coogee, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ocean-side yoga and meditation retreats for women seeking calm and clarity
day · weekend
AsKaRa - Expressions From The Heart
★ 5Willunga Hill, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
Reconnect with your authentic self on 89 acres of South Australian healing sanctuary
custom
Panditarama Sydney Meditation Centre
★ 5Horsley Park, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A peaceful Sydney sanctuary for mindfulness, insight, and compassionate living.
Free meditation programs offered
day · weekend
Blue Mountains Insight Meditation Centre
★ 5Medlow Bath, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Buddhist insight meditation retreats nestled in the serene Blue Mountains.
The Curious Collective AU
★ 5Joyner, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Healing through body wisdom, breathwork, and nervous system regulation for real people.
Meditation - The Art of Living Sydney
★ 5Sydney, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient breathing and meditation techniques made simple for modern Australian lives
day · 3-day
Kim Raysmith 9D Breathwork Coach Yoga Retreats
★ 5White Gum Valley, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
Breathe deeply, break free, and rediscover yourself through sober living.
day · 4-week
International Meditation Centre: Vipassana meditation courses
★ 5Sunshine, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Vipassana meditation teachings brought to modern Australian life
10-night
Soul Shakha - Vedic Meditation - Busselton, Margaret River, Perth
★ 5Busselton, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
Effortless Vedic Meditation taught across Busselton, Margaret River and Perth
custom
Beyond Wellness
★ 5Tanunda, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
Tailored wellness retreats reconnecting you to self, others, and nature.
day · weekend
Sangsurya Retreat Centre
★ 5Byron Bay, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A peaceful Byron Bay hinterland sanctuary for meditation, healing and self-discovery.
3-night · 4-night
Sydney Institute of Meditation
★ 5Gladesville, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Science-backed mindfulness and meditation to transform your everyday life.
5-hour · custom
The Mantra Room Brisbane
★ 5West End, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Reconnect with inner peace through sacred chanting and mantra meditation in Brisbane.
$5 donation per session; some special events include a meal
day
Australasian Kriya Yoga Ashram
★ 5Lisarow, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Authentic Kriya Yoga teachings passed down through an unbroken lineage of masters.
CD (MP3) fundraiser from $10; initiation program pricing not specified
Flow Floatation & Sensory Retreat
★ 5Spring Gully, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Reset your senses through float therapy, sauna, and immersive mindfulness experiences.
half-day
Wybalena Organic Farm
★ 5The Pocket, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Exclusive hinterland farm retreat where community, nature and wellness meet
custom
Brahma Kumaris Adelaide
★ 5Tranmere, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
Discover inner strength and peace through the transformative practice of Raja Yoga meditation.
Free online course mentioned; no pricing details for in-person retreats
week
Vyve Meditation Centre
★ 5Eltham, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Recharge your cells and restore wellbeing through cutting-edge scalar energy technology.
$60 first session introductory offer; regular session pricing not specified
day · custom
Balance for Life Unique Retreats
★ 5Dundee Beach, Northern Territory
Best for: solo reset
Reconnect with nature through yoga, wellness and spectacular tropical sunsets.
weekend · 3-night
Inner Peace Getaways
★ 5Sylvania, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Awaken, heal and reconnect through yoga, meditation and holistic wellness retreats.
Pricing tailored to individual needs and modalities chosen; contact for details
day · weekend
HopeÂs View Retreat
★ 5Tapitallee, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Peaceful garden retreats nurturing spiritual growth through silence, simplicity and community
Accommodation and meals included in retreat price; specific pricing not listed
day · 2-night
Thrive Getaways
★ 5Pearces Creek, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Intimate women's retreats to rejuvenate, reconnect and rediscover your best self.
3-night · weekend
Monad Centre of Balance
★ 5Joondalup, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
Heart-centred healing for mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing across Australia.
custom
A Wilde Life
★ 5Airlie Beach, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Return to yourself through yoga, nature, and soulful adventure worldwide.
4-night · 5-night
Mana Yoga Retreats
★ 5Byron Bay, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Reconnect with yourself through yoga, nature, and simple, nourishing pleasures.
Retreat packages from $1,970pp; Sri Lanka from $3,870pp, Mondrian Wellness from $3,270pp, Queenstown Ski & Yoga from $3,570pp
weekend · 3-night
Murrah Dream Retreat
★ 5Murrah, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Sacred Australian bushland retreat where nature, healing and community converge.
custom
Rest and Restore Retreat
★ 5Warburton, Victoria
Best for: digital detox
Reset your nervous system in nature with expert holistic support in Warburton
custom
Summer House Retreat
★ 5Jan Juc, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Boutique luxury retreat venue on Victoria's Surf Coast for transformational experiences
Obligation-free quotes available on request; no pricing publicly listed
custom
Australian Centre for Meditation and Mindfulness
★ 5Carlton, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Australia's most trusted accredited training college to become a meditation teacher.
custom
Luxe Wellness
★ 5Balgowlah, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Restore balance of mind, body, and spirit through holistic healing and transformation
day · weekend
Bondi Meditation Centre
★ 5Bondi Beach, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Vedic meditation taught simply, so it genuinely sticks.
4-day · 6-week
Mirosuna - Urban Meditation & Mindfulness, Corporate Wellness Studio in South Melbourne
★ 5South Melbourne, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
An urban sanctuary helping busy professionals find stillness and genuine peace.
day · custom
Total wellness
★ 5Gloucester, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Relax, recharge and reconnect your body, mind and soul in nature
day
Thrive Retreats
★ 5Colo Heights, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Science-backed wellness retreats helping you reconnect, reset, and truly thrive.
Stress Less Retreat from $499 (was $599); Midweek Reset $499 (was $699)
2-night · 4-night
Satori Retreat Australia
★ 5Bondi Beach, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Dissolve the ego and awaken your true self through deep self-inquiry
4-night · week
Hinterland Health Retreat
★ 5Montville, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Pioneering neuro-technology and holistic therapies across 30 acres of Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
day · custom
Rise Temple Retreat  Breathwork & Wellness Retreat Centre in Byron Bay Hinterland
★ 5Upper Burringbar, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Private breathwork and nervous system reset in the Byron Bay hinterland
day · weekend
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
Origins Centre
★ 5Balingup, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
A peaceful mindfulness and retreat centre nestled in rural Western Australia.
Accommodation available by donation (dana)
weekend · custom
The Brahma Kumaris
★ 5Five Dock, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Empower your mind through Raja Yoga meditation and rediscover your true self.
Free online course available; pricing for other offerings not mentioned
week
AIAYS - Australian Institute of Ayurveda and Yogic Sciences: Online Consultation, Retreats, Courses
★ 5Narara, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Ayurvedic wisdom guiding Australians to lasting balance and holistic health.
Best price offer in Australia mentioned but no specific pricing provided; prepaid packages available for India retreats
custom
Nirvana Wellbeing Retreat
★ 5Beechmont, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Ayurvedic healing nestled in the serene Gold Coast Hinterlands.
day · 10-night
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
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
Waters Meet
★ 5Chapel Hill, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
A nature-immersed sanctuary in the Adelaide Hills for healing and reconnection
Subsidised counselling available; contact for pricing details
day · custom
Jhana Grove Meditation Retreat Centre
★ 5Serpentine, Western Australia
Best for: digital detox
Secluded Buddhist meditation retreat nestled in forested hills near Perth
weekend · 5-night
The Zen Room - Virtual Meditation Online Studio
★ 5Adelaide, South Australia
Best for: quiet mind
Rigpa Sydney, Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Centre
★ 5Newtown, New South Wales
Best for: quiet mind
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
Recharge Retreats
★ 5Wentworth Falls, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Recharge your body, mind and soul in the healing Blue Mountains.
Day retreat from $99pp; overnight retreats from $549pp; 3-night retreats from $799pp
day · 2-night
Mount Byron Retreat
★ 5Mount Byron, Queensland
Best for: digital detox
Unplug, reconnect and rediscover yourself in Queensland's natural sanctuary.
custom
Maitripa Centre
★ 5Healesville, Victoria
Best for: movement & reset
A Yarra Valley sanctuary for meditation, yoga, and interfaith exploration.
custom
Namastayz Yoga & Meditation Retreats
★ 5Wollongong, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Transformative small-group yoga journeys through Asia's most sacred destinations
week · 2-week
White Lotus Cleansing Retreats
★ 4.9Byron Bay, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Naturopathically guided detox and fasting retreats to restore body, mind and soul
Single from $3980, couple $6480, non-resident program $2500. Return VIP guests: single $3500, couple $6000
3-night · 4-night
Dhamma Ujjala Vipassana Meditation Centre
★ 4.9Emu Flat, South Australia
Best for: digital detox
Find inner clarity through Vipassana meditation in the peaceful Clare Valley.
10-night
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
Lifeflow Meditation Centre
★ 4.9Frewville, South Australia
Best for: quiet mind
A dedicated meditation centre supporting deeper stillness and inner calm in Australia.
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
Zensi Retreat
★ 4.9St Fillans, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Luxury mindful living where Western comfort meets Eastern philosophy in Mudgee.
custom
Writes of Passage Retreats - Blue Mountains Retreat
★ 4.9Katoomba, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Step off the treadmill and rediscover the life calling your name
The Riverdell Spiritual Centre
★ 4.9Hillier, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
A heart-centred sanctuary for rest, reflection, and spiritual reconnection.
day · weekend
Dhammagiri Forest Hermitage
★ 4.9Kholo, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Ancient forest tradition meditation just 45 minutes from Brisbane CBD.
day · weekend
Alyssium Retreat Centre
★ 4.9Crestmead, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Revitalise body and soul through holistic detox, healing and intimate retreats.
weekend · custom
Mountain Spring Monastery
★ 4.9Bilpin, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Come home to yourself through mindfulness, community, and monastic peace.
day
Vajrayana Institute
★ 4.9Ashfield, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Deepen your meditation practice within a supportive Buddhist community in Sydney.
day · weekend
Yarra Valley Living Centre
★ 4.9Yarra Junction, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
A sacred bushland sanctuary for spiritual renewal, wellbeing, and authentic living
custom
Inspiration Space
★ 4.9Inglewood, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
A serene urban sanctuary for wellbeing, mindfulness, and conscious community gathering.
day · custom
Tara Meditation Centre
★ 4.9Bunbury, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
Buddhist wisdom, yoga and meditation in the heart of Bunbury CBD
day · weekend
Tibetan Buddhist Society of Canberra
★ 4.9Kambah, Australian Capital Territory
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Tibetan wisdom bringing peace and clarity to modern Canberra lives.
day · week
Australian School of Meditation & Yoga Sydney
★ 4.9Glebe, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient yoga and meditation wisdom brought to life in Sydney communities
3-night · weekend
Vipassana Meditation Centre (Dhamma Rasmi )
★ 4.9Pomona, Queensland
Best for: digital detox
Transform your mind through ancient Vipassana meditation in rural Queensland
No charges for courses; all costs covered by donations from past participants
10-night
Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre
★ 4.9Fairfield, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Free Raja Yoga meditation classes in Melbourne's serene, community-focused Fairfield village
All activities offered free of charge as a community service; donations welcomed
day · custom
Happy Buddha Retreats
★ 4.9Wentworth Falls, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Wellbeing retreats in the Blue Mountains for body, mind and soul.
Day retreat from $99pp; overnight retreats from $549pp; 3-night long weekend from $799pp
day · 2-night
Kadampa Meditation Centre Melbourne
★ 4.9Brunswick, Victoria
Best for: digital detox
Authentic Buddhist meditation retreats and teachings in Melbourne's heart.
day · weekend
Sahaja Yoga Meditation Balmoral Village
★ 4.9Balmoral, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Free guided meditation classes open to beginners and experienced meditators across NSW
All classes are free of charge
day
Numala Wellness Retreat
★ 4.9Bonogin, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
A sacred rainforest sanctuary for deep inner transformation and soul reconnection.
half-day · day
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
Curraweena House Retreat Venue
★ 4.9Kurrajong, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A nurturing rural escape at the foothills of the Blue Mountains for wellness retreats.
weekend · 3-night
Vipassana Meditation Centre (Dhamma Bhumi)
★ 4.8Blackheath, New South Wales
Best for: digital detox
Transform your inner world through ancient Vipassana meditation in the Blue Mountains.
No charges for courses, including food and accommodation. Expenses met by donations from past students.
10-night
Brahma Kumaris
★ 4.8Hughes, Australian Capital Territory
Best for: solo reset
Empower your mind through Raja Yoga meditation and conscious living.
Free online course available; other pricing not mentioned
week
Buddhist Society of Western Australia - Dhammaloka City Centre
★ 4.8Nollamara, Western Australia
Best for: quiet mind
Authentic Buddhist teachings and meditation in the heart of Perth.
Sydney Zen Centre
★ 4.8Annandale, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Australia's original Zen community offering seated meditation, teachings and seasonal retreats.
seasonal
Still Earth
★ 4.8Warnertown, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
Lakeside luxury cabins paired with transformative coaching and meditation programs
overnight
Bodhi Chan Meditation Centre
★ 4.8Springwood, Queensland
Best for: digital detox
Discover Chan Buddhism, stillness, and awakening in suburban Brisbane
Meditation, Dharma, and retreats offered free of charge through donations
day · weekend
Campfire in the Heart
★ 4.8Ross, Northern Territory
Best for: solo reset
A sacred desert sanctuary nurturing spirit, presence, and connection to Country.
day · weekend
SIBA Retreat Centre
★ 4.8W Tree, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
A secluded mountain sanctuary for Buddhist meditation and spiritual renewal
Rocklyn Yoga Ashram
★ 4.8Rocklyn, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Authentic ashram yoga retreats for clarity, balance, and inner peace
Described as 'affordable'; no specific prices listed on homepage
day · weekend
Chenrezig Institute
★ 4.8Eudlo, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Buddhist meditation and study in a peaceful Queensland rainforest retreat.
day · weekend
Brahma Kumaris
★ 4.8Hughes, Australian Capital Territory
Best for: solo reset
Empower your mind through Raja Yoga meditation and rediscover your inner strength.
Free online course available; other pricing not mentioned
week
Brahma Kumaris
★ 4.8Hughes, Australian Capital Territory
Best for: solo reset
Empower yourself through Raja Yoga meditation and rediscover inner strength.
Free online course mentioned; no pricing details provided
week
Brahma Kumaris
★ 4.8Hughes, Australian Capital Territory
Best for: solo reset
Empower yourself through Raja Yoga meditation and rediscover inner peace
Free online course available; other pricing not mentioned
week
Ayurveda Village
★ 4.8Verdun, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
Doctor-led Ayurvedic healing for burnout, detox and nervous system restoration.
day · 1.5-day
Krishna Valley
★ 4.8Bambra, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Spiritual eco-living retreat where community, nature and bliss come alive.
day
Kadampa Meditation Centre Australia
★ 4.8Monbulk, Victoria
Best for: digital detox
Authentic Kadampa Buddhist meditation and retreats in Melbourne's Dandenong Ranges.
day · weekend
Kammassaka Zen Monastery & Yoga Ashram
★ 4.8Wootha, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Find peace and contentment through Zen, Yoga, and mindful living in Maleny.
$99 for day retreat; $350 for 2-night stay including day retreat; $150/night for Rest & Restore (min 3 nights); pay 5 stay 6 offer available
day · 2-night
Wat Buddha Dhamma
★ 4.8Wisemans Ferry, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A Theravadin forest sanctuary for deepening practice, simplicity, and spiritual community.
day · custom
Mary MacKillop Spirituality Centre Central Coast
★ 4.8Kincumber South, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Historic bushland sanctuary for spiritual renewal on the Central Coast NSW
Day retreats from $198pp; residential retreats from $1705pp to $2365pp incl GST, accommodation and meals included
day · week
Dhamsuwa Meditation Centre
★ 4.8Clonbinane, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Theravada Buddhist meditation and Dhamma teachings rooted in Sri Lankan forest tradition.
day
Dhamma Padipa Vipassana Meditation Centre
★ 4.8Jelcobine, Western Australia
Best for: digital detox
Find inner peace through silent Vipassana meditation in Western Australia's rural bushland.
Donation-based only; no charge for teaching, room or board. Donations welcomed at course end.
10-night
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
Dhamma ?loka Vipassana Meditation Centre
★ 4.8Woori Yallock, Victoria
Best for: digital detox
Find inner peace through ancient Vipassana meditation in Victoria's serene Yarra Valley.
No charges for courses, including food and accommodation. Expenses met by donations.
10-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
The Art of Living Foundation
★ 4.7South Yarra, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Ancient breathing and meditation practices transforming lives across Melbourne
Free 75-minute introductory session available; course pricing not listed
day · weekend
Soma Byron Bay
★ 4.7Ewingsdale, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient wisdom meets modern wellness on 22 acres of Byron hinterland sanctuary.
custom
Samadhi Spa And Wellness Retreat
★ 4.7Glenlyon, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Bespoke private wellness retreats offering genuine healing and lasting transformation near Daylesford.
Pricing available on website; bespoke packages tailored to individual needs
day · weekend
Hillwood Road Meditation Skills Centre
★ 4.6Hillwood, Tasmania
Best for: solo reset
A peaceful Tasmanian sanctuary for meditation, wellbeing, and community connection.
day · custom
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
Eden Retreat
★ 4.6Currumbin Valley, Queensland
Best for: digital detox
Award-winning luxury wellness escape nestled in the Gold Coast hinterland
weekend · 2-night
Dhamma Pabha Vipassana Meditation Centre
★ 4.6Dromedary, Tasmania
Best for: digital detox
Transform within through silent Vipassana meditation in Tasmania's forested hills
No charges for courses; all expenses met by donations only
10-night
Bodhikusuma Buddhist & Meditation Centre
★ 4.5Haymarket, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Find spiritual peace and happiness at the heart of Sydney
Teachings offered free of charge; donations welcomed
day
International Meditation Centre
★ 4.5Mundaring, Western Australia
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Vipassana meditation practice for modern minds seeking lasting inner peace.
10-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
Melbourne Meditation Centre - Melbourne
★ 4.5Melbourne, Victoria
Best for: solo reset
Practical, science-backed meditation for busy people seeking calm and clarity.
3-hour · 6-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
Harmony Place
★ 4.3Bunya, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
A peaceful day retreat blending mindfulness, movement, and holistic therapies near Brisbane.
day
The Hermitage
★ 4.3Mittagong, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
A tranquil spiritual haven for prayer, reflection, and genuine renewal.
custom
Ananda Sangha Australia
★ 4.2Helensburgh, New South Wales
Best for: quiet mind
The Gathering Place, Simply Mindful
★ 4Dickson, Australian Capital Territory
Best for: solo reset
A former convent turned peaceful urban sanctuary for mindfulness and renewal.
Venue hire from $65/hour for a meeting room, $75/hour for whole space; reduced rates for half-day or full-day hire
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
Hearty Center
★ 3.5Katoomba, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Holistic healing for cancer patients in the heart of the Blue Mountains
custom
Ayahuasca Retreats Australia
★ 1West Pennant Hills, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Authentic Shipibo-led Ayahuasca healing and transformation in Byron Bay, Australia.
3-night · 5-night
Ayahuasca Retreats Blue Mountains
Katoomba, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Ancient Amazonian healing guided by Shipibo shamans in Sydney's bushland.
Tara Hills
Brukunga, South Australia
Best for: solo reset
Relax, rest your mind and reconnect in South Australia's hills country.
weekend
Retreats Byron Bay the Mind Body Spirit Experience
Myocum, New South Wales
Best for: quiet mind
Sacred transmissions and consciousness ignition rooted in ancient spiritual lore.
Health Retreats Australia
Conondale, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Australia's trusted directory connecting you to transformative health and wellness retreats.
The Nautilus Retreat
Tinbeerwah, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Luxury healing retreats in Noosa and Bali for mind, body and spirit.
Treatments from $49 AUD (33 min express) to $129 AUD (111 min deep dive); retreats up to $9,999 AUD (Bali); initial consultation $149 AUD
day · custom
Heart Insight
Woolloongabba, Queensland
Best for: solo reset
Explore liberating Buddhist meditation and insight in warm community company
Donation-based (dana tradition); suggested $20 cash contribution towards venue hire for Saturday retreats
day · evening
Mindful Lizard - Yoga and Meditation Retreats
Locksley, Victoria
Best for: movement & reset
Yoga and meditation escapes just ninety minutes from Melbourne's CBD.
weekend
Hoffman Centre Australia
Byron Bay, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Unlock your true self through evidence-based emotional transformation in seven days.
week
Resolve to Evolve Retreats
Mannering Park, New South Wales
Best for: solo reset
Reclaim your mindset, rebuild your life in a lakeside women's retreat
3-night · weekend
Common questions
- How long are meditation retreats in Australia?
- Retreats range from single days to ten-day intensives. Weekend programs (two to three nights) are the most common entry point and long enough to settle into a genuine practice.
- Do I need experience to attend a meditation retreat?
- Most retreats explicitly welcome beginners. Check the listing for any prerequisites — some intensive or tradition-based programs do ask for prior experience, but the majority are open to newcomers.
- What's the difference between silent and meditation retreats?
- Meditation retreats vary widely in format — some are structured and silent, others are more conversational. A silent retreat maintains noble silence as a formal container throughout the entire program. Many meditation retreats include periods of silence without making it the defining structure.
- How much do meditation retreats in Australia cost?
- Weekend retreats typically cost between $400 and $1,500 all-inclusive. Longer or luxury programs can run $3,000 or more. Some tradition-based centres — particularly in the Vipassana tradition — operate on a dana (donation) model.