7 Day Yoga and Mindfulness Retreat in Bali with Cultural Excursions

The retreat runs for seven days and six nights at a resort just outside Ubud, in the village of Mambal. Each morning starts with a yoga asana class led by Agie, who has over a decade of experience and trained in India. She adapts the sessions to different levels, so complete beginners and regular practitioners are both covered. The rest of the day is a mix of free time, optional excursions, and cultural activities.

Two of the days are given over to trips. There's a full day dedicated to visiting waterfalls around Ubud – transport and a guide are included, and you get to swim in the plunge pools at the base of the falls. Another day is spent exploring the main cultural sites that make Ubud well known, with one of the local guides, Ajik, Windia, or Widi, leading the way. These guides also run the optional nature hikes and cycling trips that you can join on other afternoons.

The accommodation is at a small resort set within a Balinese village. There are two room categories: the new 50 sqm Suites, and the much larger Private Pool Villas, which have their own plunge pool and garden. The resort itself has a pool, restaurant, spa, and yoga shala, and sits close enough to local cycling and hiking routes that those activities are easy to arrange.

Meals are all included – three a day, plus afternoon tea. The food is vegetarian and vegan, with breakfast served American-style (with vegetarian options) and lunch and dinner made up of plant-based dishes. The retreat also includes a full body Balinese massage, a welcome drink and fruit basket, and a course manual to take home.

The week ends on the seventh morning with a final yoga class and breakfast before checkout at midday. The schedule is flexible – if you want a morning off or an afternoon to yourself, that's fine. Around 90 reviewers have rated this retreat 4.91 out of 5, with particular praise for the teaching and the helpfulness of the hosts.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation in a private room - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Afternoon tea daily - Welcome drink, flower, and fruit basket - Daily yoga classes - Full body Balinese massage - Group excursions and activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Course manual - Pre and post retreat support - Transportation during the retreat - Parking - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Flights - Visa fees - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Additional treatments - Travel insurance - Airport transfers (available for an additional cost)