↠ Nature Retreats ↞
@ Edenhope Nature Preserve
stay up to ten days as a guest of our ecovillage, unwinding in nature and moving deeper into meditation and mindfulness
See how nature — trees, flowers, grass —grows in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence...
We need silence to be able to touch souls.
— Mother Theresa
When we meditate in nature
our hearts awaken
to the truth and purity
of Self
Step into the center of everywhere and find yourself where you belong.
We provide a sanctuary for your inner exploration, a place to reconnect with the power of nature in the presence of a vibrant community of friends.
For the duration of our retreats, we share a space of conscious communion and creativity. The flow of each day provides you with the time and space you need to untangle from the world, whilst connecting and sharing meaningfully with others.
Here we come together to attune to what is real: allowing happiness to shine forth, of its own accord, from our place in the heart of nature.
↞ what is included ↠
Transportation by boat and 4WD from Luganville to Edenhope Nature Preserve
Comfortable accommodation in shared bungalows
Wholesome plant-based catering for three meals a day, including snacks and tea
Two daily sessions of guided meditation or yoga
Guided bushwalks and hikes to the waterfall and local attractions
Daily saunas and swimming in the river
Access to WiFi and communal library
↞ Accommodation ↠
Our ecolodge accommodates up to 10 retreat guests in shared bungalows.
Retreat guests will stay in spacious cob bungalows, fitted out with solar electricity and private kitchenettes. Tap water runs fresh from the mountain spring and is perfect for drinking. We have a sauna on-site and the showers are piping hot. A clear and pristine river for swimming flows right beside the lodges.
There is a purpose-built hall for yoga and meditation practice, a ceremonial pavilion, and a comfortable communal kitchen comprising furniture built from local timbers. You will be served fresh, organic food grown in our gardens or locally on the island.
The ecovillage has access to high-speed satellite internet onsite in our community workspace. This space also includes a library, craft workshop, art studio and reading room.
↞ Meals ↠
You will be served fresh, organic food grown in our gardens or locally on the island.
All of our meals are wholly plant-based and prepared with love. Our catering highlights the nourishing traditions of ni-Vanuatu cuisine, incorporating an array of colorful fruits and vegetables sourced from local farmers.
↞ retreat program ↠
Days flow gently into soft, peaceful nights. The stillness of the forest allows the breath of silence to gradually expand.
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To greet the new day we share yoga practice, sound healing, or silent seated meditation. Our morning practice provides energy and inspiration to start the new day.
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Fresh fruit juice, a smoothie, or fruit salad made from local ingredients.
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Guided by local rangers, your daily explorations will take you meandering along the forest paths into the heart of the wilderness: waterfalls, freshwater springs, cloud forests blooming with rare endemic species and spectacular birdlife are all on offer.
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Cool off in the heat of the day with a splash in our pristine river!
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We serve nourishing, plant-based meals from locally-grown organic ingredients, featuring the traditional cuisine of Vanuatu as well as delicious classics from our community kitchen.
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Enjoy a fragrant steam with essential oils in the late afternoon, followed by the dip in the river. Bliss!
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Wind down with relaxed and gentle evening practice, preparing you for a restful sleep.
↞ Activities ↠
Our program includes a range of nature-based activities to connect you closer with the land and the local customs of Vanuatu.
Improvised music, drumming, and dance
Moonlit bonfires by the river
Foraging for wild foods in the forest
Walking to the ocean to watch a perfect sunset
Traditional handicrafts with local communities
Outside of the program, as additional extras, we also offer:
Massage and personal sound healing
Local handicrafts workshops
Tours to local communities