7-Day Nervous System Reset Retreat in Sumbawa, Indonesia

Sape sits on the northeast coast of Sumbawa, in West Nusa Tenggara, and it's about as far from Bali's crowds as you can get in a one-hour flight. Ocean Mantra Village occupies a secluded cliff between two bays — one of them right below the property — with white sand, clear water and rocky shoreline, and very little else. Getting here is straightforward: a direct flight from Bali takes roughly an hour, then about two hours on the road. Leave Bali in the morning and you'll be at the village in time for lunch. The daily schedule blends active morning yoga with restorative evening sessions and guided meditation. Teachers guide every practice calmly and supportively, and there's no expectation to perform or keep up — complete beginners and experienced practitioners both fit here. The underwater meditation is the thing people remember. It's a mindfulness-based freediving practice focused on breath, relaxation and calm presence beneath the surface, and it's usually paired with daily ocean time. Meals are tailored to the group, including dietary needs, and are served at the village. Room options are confirmed per booking — there are cliffside glamping tents and AC bungalows, all with sea views — and upgrades can be added to any booking. The whole point of the week is to step off the treadmill, so the programme stays gentle and the surroundings stay quiet. If you want a structured reset with a real teacher, ocean on your doorstep, and no decisions to make once you land, this is a solid fit.

What's included

- 7 days at Ocean Mantra Village - All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Full daily programme of yoga and meditation - Active morning yoga sessions - Restorative evening sessions - Guided meditation - Underwater meditation (mindfulness-based freediving) - Ocean access and beach time - Accommodation in cliffside glamping or cliffside AC bungalow (sea view) - Welcome and orientation on arrival

What's not included

- Flights to and from Sumbawa - Ground transfer costs (approximately 2 hours from the airport) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Optional upgrades and extras - Any services not listed as included