4-Day Restorative Yoga and Wellness Escape in North Bali

The retreat runs over four days and three nights, with the first afternoon given over to arrival and a gentle introduction to the area. You check in to Lovina Loca BnB, then head out on a cultural tour that takes in the largest Buddhist temple in Bali (Brahmavihara-Arama) for a short meditation, followed by a soak in the local hot springs. That evening, a group sound healing session with gongs and singing bowls closes the first day.

Days two and three settle into the core rhythm of the retreat. Each morning starts with a restorative yoga class—think supported poses, bolsters, blankets, and long holds rather than flow—taught by the center's teachers, including Ari, a certified Hatha and Yin Yoga teacher who came to yoga after an autoimmune illness left her unable to walk, and Guru Made, who has taught for over 20 years and specializes in Balinese healing yoga and sound healing. After breakfast and a massage on day two, the afternoon is free until sunset meditation, followed by the beach BBQ. Day three begins early with the dolphin tour, then opens up again after lunch, with a dynamic meditation session before a Balinese dance performance in the evening.

What sets this retreat apart from a standard yoga holiday is that it compresses a lot of what a longer stay would offer into a short window, without feeling rushed. The daily structure is light—two sessions a day with long gaps in between—so there is real time to just be at the beach or by the pool. The location helps: north Bali is far quieter than Ubud or Canggu, and the retreat center sits above the sea with views over the Bali Sea and the mountains behind it.

The food is plant-based and mostly local, with the kitchen accommodating vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets without fuss. The center is honest about what it isn't—this is not a luxury resort, and the fan-cooled rooms and open-air design mean you share space with the tropical climate. But that authenticity is part of the appeal for the travelers who leave glowing reviews, mentioning staff by name and describing the experience as healing.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation at Lovina Loca BnB - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily yoga classes at Dream Hill - Daily meditation classes at Dream Hill - Group excursions/activities - 1 hour treatment - Transportation during the retreat (between accommodation and yoga facilities) - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights costs - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments - Medical treatment