Take time out for a self retreat

Dharmagiri is beautifully organised to support people who want to deepen and express their spiritual practice for as short as one night and up to several weeks. 

All who come will be held in the field of practice at Dharmagiri and Mvuleni-Bamboo Mountain in the small resident mindfulness community here. We can support those who wish to be on intensive retreat in Noble Silence, while other retreatants may choose to deepen and express their practice through morning meditation and walks in the mountain.

Self retreat is best suited for those who already have familiarity with practices and are able to guide themselves. 

Please note that we welcome everyone, regardless of income, and that Dharmagiri offers a reduced rate for those who have low income, including low income pensioners and students. Dharmagiri also offers some dana based bursaries spaces on all retreats. These can be applied for via office@dharmagiri.org.

When you arrive at Dharmagiri you can expect to be deeply supported and guided on your spiritual journey. We offer you a unique opportunity to experience a holistic, plant-based lifestyle, meditation guidance and peaceful silence.

The self retreat package includes:

  • Three healthy meals per day

  • Bottomless tea and coffee

  • Pristine, ensuite accommodation

  • Access to library and all recorded teachings

  • Semi guided hikes

  • The self retreat space is adaptable for each persons need. Our intention at Dharmagiri is to offer a supportive, meditative, mindful space so that those who need to rest up can, those who wish to take space to reflect on their process with support from our guiding teacher can, and those who want to do a more in-depth traditional meditation retreat can. Some like to stay in complete silence, which we can support, some join in community meals.

  • Yes, that is fine, we accommodate couples and small groups who wish to undertake a self retreat space together. You may decide to have space on your own or at certain times of day, then meet for a morning and evening meditation sitting, or yoga session, or group check in. We are here to discuss and help guide your process.

 FAQs

Self Retreat Costs

Standard Rate

For our local retreatants

Single room, ensuite bathroom R910pppn

Single room, shared bathroom R860pppn

Shared room, shared bathroom R810pppn

Generous Rate

For our international and financially generous retreatants

Single room, ensuite bathroom R1200 - R1400pppn

Single room, shared bathroom R1260 - R1460pppn

Shared room, shared bathroom R1210 - R1410pppn

Long Term Stay

14-29 nights at 15% reduction

Beyond 30 nights at 25% reduction