Sacred Return , Bali 2027
Yoga, breath, ceremony and rest in the heart of Ubud.
Some retreats are an escape. This one is a return.
Sacred Return is five days in Bali to slow down, move, breathe, rest and let something shift.
It’s about returning to yourself beneath the roles, expectations and noise of everyday life.
Traditional Balinese ceremonies are woven through the retreat and led by local priests and healers, alongside yoga, breathwork, good food, laughter, quiet and honest connection.
There’s no pressure to perform or arrive with anything figured out.
You just get to come as you are and notice what becomes clearer when you finally have the space.
WHERE
Solana, Ubud, Bali
when
17–22 April 2027
check in
17 April · 2:30pm
(it is required you arrive in Bali at least one day before retreat begins)
check out
22 April · 12:00pm
what to expect
Thoughtfully paced
Each day has structure, but it isn’t packed for the sake of it.
There is time for practice, ceremony, shared meals, rest, laughter and space to be on your own.
Shaped by Bali
Bali is more than the setting for this retreat. Its rhythm, rituals and relationship to daily practice shape the experience from the inside out.
The retreat is designed to meet the place with respect, allowing Bali to be part of what you experience rather than simply the backdrop.
Led with depth
I bring together yoga, breathwork, mantra, movement, philosophy, music and ritual in a way that feels grounded, human and real.
I’m not here to lead from above. I’m here to meet you in the work.
Come as you are
You do not need to be experienced, flexible or have anything figured out.
There is no pressure to perform. You are invited to participate, rest, ask questions and meet the experience in your own way.
whats included
Stay + transfers
* Five nights’ luxury accommodation at Solana
* Return airport transfers between the airport or your accommodation before and after retreat
* Welcome drink on arrival
* Daily housekeeping
* Robes, slippers and natural toiletries
Food + drink
* Beautiful vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner each day
* Fresh, nourishing meals prepared with locally sourced produce
* Fresh coconuts, seasonal fruit and snacks throughout the day
* Herbal tea, coffee and fresh juice served daily
* Balinese cooking class with Solana’s head chef
Practice + ceremony
* Daily yoga, breathwork and embodied movement
* Meditation, mantra and sunrise chanting
* Evening yin and community sessions
* Connection, reflection and integration practices
* Traditional Balinese welcome ceremony
* Melukat water purification ceremony
* Agni Hotra fire ceremony
* Cacao ceremony and sound healing
Rest + experience
* Three 60-minute Balinese massages
* Unlimited sauna and cold plunge
* Two cultural excursions
* Time to swim, rest and enjoy Solana
Optional experiences
Additional experiences will be available for anyone wanting to personalise their retreat further.
These may include:
* Additional massage and spa treatments
* Private 1:1 sessions with Ali
* Personal photography sessions
* Meditative art experiences
Optional experiences are booked and paid for separately.
Not included: Flights, travel insurance, accommodation outside the retreat dates, additional spa treatments and optional excursions or experiences.
MORNING
Sunrise chanting, breathwork and meditation, followed by yoga and breakfast.
MIDDLE OF THE DAY
Massages, sauna, cold plunge, swimming, excursions, journalling—or doing absolutely nothing.
EVENING
Every evening is different; Yin, ceremony, sound, reflections, and always a beautiful dinner shared around the table.
THE RHYTHM OF THE RETREAT
Enough structure to hold you. Enough space to breathe.
Each day has a shape, but nothing is packed in for the sake of it.
Food at Solana
Food is a big part of the retreat—not an afterthought squeezed in between practices.
Each meal is prepared by Leo and the Solana team using fresh, locally sourced produce, vibrant ingredients and generous flavours. The menu is entirely vegetarian and designed to feel nourishing, satisfying and abundant.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are shared around the table, creating some of the most relaxed and memorable moments of the retreat. There is time to eat slowly, talk properly and enjoy food that has been made with real care.
I care deeply about beautiful food and the way it makes people feel. Being well fed changes the whole experience. It supports the body, gives the days more ease and brings people together in a way very little else can.
At Solana, every meal is thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented and unmistakably Balinese—fresh, colourful and full of flavour.
Your room at Solana
Solana’s intimate villas are set among tropical gardens, with privacy, comfort and plenty of space to settle in. Choose a private villa or share with someone you’re attending the retreat with. Twin-share rooms are best suited to friends, partners or family members booking together. In some circumstances, room sharing may be considered for solo guests following a conversation with Ali, but this is assessed individually and cannot be guaranteed.
Earth Stone Villa
Surrounded by tropical gardens, the Earth Stone Villas offer a warm, grounded space to rest between retreat sessions.
Each villa includes a king bed or two single beds, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, a private outdoor ensuite with a soaking tub and open-air shower, plus robes, slippers, natural toiletries and fresh towels.
Each room also has its own private deck, with daily housekeeping included.
Twin share
Early release — $2,950 AUD per person
Full rate — $3,350 AUD per person
King solo
Early release — $3,550 AUD
Full rate — $3,950 AUD
Jungle View Villa
Wake to elevated jungle views in a spacious villa designed for privacy and comfort.
Each room can be configured with a super king bed or two single beds and includes air conditioning, ceiling fans and a private open-air ensuite with an outdoor bath, natural toiletries, robes, slippers and fresh towels.
Daily housekeeping is included throughout your stay.
Twin share
Early release — $3,250 AUD per person
Full rate — $3,650 AUD per person
King solo
Early release — $4,150 AUD
Full rate — $4,550 AUD
SOLD OUT
Meet Ali.
I lead retreats with warmth, honesty and clear structure, while giving people space to move at their own pace. My background spans traditional Tantric practices, Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, breathwork, Vedic meditation, women’s circle facilitation and Bhakti, with a particular passion for building strong, mobile bodies and a clear, steady mind.
I do this work because I’ve seen what can shift when people are given the right conditions: time, space, honest practice and the support to see themselves more clearly. The aim is not to become someone new, but to leave with something real that changes how you move through your life.
Testimonials
Retreat of a lifetime - be prepared to enter the magical world of Solana and Ali’s amazing, heart-centred yoga. Could not haven been more impressed with this experience.
Claire
Absolutely unbelievable! I went on Ali’s retreat in Bali and it surpassed any expectations.. everything was thought out, Ali considered every detail and went above and beyond. Was such a beautiful experience and Ali created a safe space for everyone! The yoga was amazing, food, accommodation and at great price point too!
Cara
A perfect reset. Ive come back revitalised and refreshed. Seeing my day to day life with fresh eyes and energy
nick
how to join
Sacred Return begins with a short application so I can learn a little about you, what’s bringing you to the retreat and whether the experience feels like the right fit.
Once your application is received, I’ll be in touch with the next steps. New guests may be invited to a short connection call before a place is offered.
A $700 non-refundable deposit secures your room, with the remaining balance paid in two instalments. Flexible payment plans are available where needed.
