Best Spiritual Retreats in the World
There are many different spiritual retreats available around the world, each offering its own unique set of benefits. If you're looking for a spiritual retreat that will offer you a truly transformative experience, here are our picks of the best options worldwide.
Sedona Mago Retreat - Arizona, US
Built upon the ancient teachings and practices of Sundo, a Taoist art built upon meditation, Sedona Mago’s retreats focus on the individual's personal and spiritual development. Surrounded by the stunning red rocks of Arizona, Sedona Mago Center for Well-being and Retreat combines ancient Taoist practices and more modern spiritual teachings to provide the individual with a sense of freedom to find all sorts of holistic healing paths and environments to achieve a sense of self-realization.
Mago is an ancient Taoist deity, representing the spirit and protection of Mother Earth. Owned and operated by Tao Fellowship, Sedona Mago’s core philosophy of how they run their centre mirrors that of Mago and is built around principles of deep-rooted love and connection to the earth and humanity. This is translated into their heart-centred leadership retreats, personal development workshops; wellness and natural healing programs, all of which are lovingly crafted to help you realize self-actualization and find your true potential.
Mandali Retreat Centre - Quarna Sopra, Italy
Mandali is a spiritual retreat focused on creating a warm and loving atmosphere. Sometimes when the noise in your mind can become too much, you need a place where your mind can find peace and tranquility. Mandali is a community of devoted companions on your spiritual path, dedicated to guiding you towards a safe space of warmth and love.
With an emphasis on curating as unintense of an experience as possible, you will find all the tools you will need to broaden your understanding of the spiritual realm and process and manifest what you need to while keeping things lighthearted and meaningful.
One of Mandali’s core philosophies is building a deep, longing connection between the guests and the guides and this encourages the guests to see the retreat as somewhere familiar, somewhere they’d like to return to, and continue to seek clarity of mind.
Bliss Body Journeys - Worldwide
Bliss Body Sacred Journeys’ main goal is to play a key role in an awareness shift by offering dynamic services and nurturing an ever-growing community. They tailor their boutique retreats, online courses and training in an effort to reach as many souls as possible – in an attempt to affect the world positively.
Their compassionate staff are extremely aligned with the facility's values, hence providing a verified, empowered spiritual journey whilst ensuring comfort and adding a personal touch to your experience. They strive to blend spirituality with beauty, creating a utopia of passion and integrity for the conscious mind.
Rivendell Retreats - Bowen Island, Canada
Rivendell Retreats is a community deeply embedded in Christian contemplative traditions, a set of values that inspire love, healing and justice. This is the place for all those seeking spiritual renewal, or just a place of respite and to grow. Their emphasis is taking a step into the unknown, the silence, and all the noise that distracts us, to see deeper within oneself and gain more clarity to and be more within the presence of a holy spirit.
They have four sacred locations on Bowen Island near Vancouver and one dedicated space in downtown eastside Vancouver. They are a non-profit organization run by Christian volunteers. The guides are well-endowed in the teachings of Jesus, prayer, silence, and are committed to delivering you along a spiritual path of simplicity while offering you hospitality.
Seven Senses - Worldwide
Seven Senses is not just any retreat, it is a complete personal and collective awakening to the deep power that you hold within yourself. Set within a beautiful location, everyone comes together through the study of the seven chakras to gain a deeper understanding of their minds, bodies, hearts and spirit.
Over the courses of the week you will take park in a course that combines kundalini yoga, breath work, gestalt constellations, movement, sound meditation, rituals and a deep look within yourself. All of this is to allow you to uncover the parts of yourself that are normally hidden, once you expand your awareness your life will change.
Seven Senses provides you with a chance to expand your personal connection. Whatever you seek in life, this retreat is here guide you into the next chapter of your life with a clear mind.
Gaia Sagrada Retreat Center
Gaia Sagrada Retreat Center is nestled in the magical Andes Mountains an hour outside of Cuenca, Ecuador. At Gaia Sagrada, you can explore your inner universe with the shamanic plant medicines Ayahuasca and San Pedro. Change your perspectives on yourself, life and the world for the better.
Gaia Sagrada is known for its safety, professionalism and skill in bridging the modern world vs the ancient world. While people feel that they go back 1000 years into the authentic and ancient traditional ceremonies our shamans offer, they also have all the comforts of the modern world, like 24/7 hot water, comfy beds, hi-speed wifi, hot tubs, steam room and unlimited delicious food served daily.
There are plenty of English speakers to talk to at Gaia Sagrada, staff and volunteers alike, even some of the shamans.
Whatever you need, they find a way to provide it to give you the transformative adventure in consciousness you are looking for!
Summary
Spiritual retreats offer a time and space away from the distractions of daily life to focus on your spiritual practice. They can be a great way to connect with others but also a time for self-reflection and healing.
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