Retreat Venue: Amori Villas

We’ve chosen to continue our partnership with Amori Villas, Ubud which was created with love and passion by Perth couple Rick & Peta. Amori Villas is architecturally impressive and provides all the comfort and luxury you want. Marble bathrooms; spacious bedrooms; infinity pool; vaulted ceilings; eco yoga pavilion; cool spa treatment rooms; organic kitchen gardens and lush tropical landscapes. Their guests say the photos don’t do it justice. 

Amori is nestled beside one of the island’s sacred rivers and is surrounded by rice terraces, and is only ten minutes from the centre of Ubud. The magical location provides special experiences. A cooling valley breeze welcomes you back from a successful shopping or cafe trip in Ubud. You’ll experience Balinese culture and connect to the local Banjar (neighbourhood) with a guided optional village walk, or donning a sarong to attend a local temple ceremony. Relax with the sounds and views of the sacred Petanu River, the nature and the birdlife. Enjoy delicious food and your drink of choice in their open kitchen.

And with all of this, accept the loving, caring, personal service from their local staff. This is all part of the Amori Experience. Ubud means medicine or healing. Yoga, massage and spa treatments are part of Balinese life and are a skill and art-form passed down through the generations. Imagine your day starting with yoga at Amori’s bamboo pavilion and finishing with a relaxing massage and herbal body wrap or scrub in an exotic Balinese setting.

Amori Villas: Luxury Ubud Retreat, Dukuh, Jl. Keliki Kawan, Pejeng Kawan, Tampaksiring, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80552, Indonesia

Learn more about Amori Villas here

Accommodation: Amori Villas & Hidden Paradise

Retreat accommodation is available at Amori Villas, as well as Hidden Paradise, just a five minute walk away. If you have a preference, please note it in your Registration Form. Accommodation will be allocated on a first come first served basis, or most suitable.

Prices & Payment Plans*:

For the SOLO traveller:

• Amori Villa - $3,350 - SOLD OUT

• Hidden Paradise - $3,350 - ONE ROOM LEFT

For the SHARING traveller:

• Amori Villa - Twin Share - $2,850 - ONE ROOM LEFT

• Amori Villa - Triple Share - $2,550 - ONE ROOM LEFT

• Hidden Paradise - Couple Share (Queen Size Double)** - $2,850 - ONE ROOM LEFT

*Our 2024 rates are reflective of overall price increases in Bali
**Hidden Paradise rooms cannot be Twin Share. It’s one bed only, perfect for couples or friends if you’re happy to share.

Extra night stays:

If you have time to stay a few days before or after the retreat, we highly recommend taking some time to arrive and decompress! We have organised discounted rates for the rooms on-site, let us know if you’re interested. Subject to availability only.

What’s Included in the Retreat:

• 6 nights Luxury Accommodation at Amori Villas or Hidden Paradise

• Morning and evening practices / workshops in the Amori jungle Shala with Mars & Renée

• Daily Breakfasts, 1x Buffet Lunch, 3x Buffet Dinners

• 1x 60 minute massage at the Amori Spa

• Group excursions, such as Yoga Barn and Pyramids of Chi

• Group meals to some of Ubud’s most unique and beautiful restaurants (self catered)

• Traditional Balinese cultural experiences, such as water ceremony blessing

• Return transfers from Bali Airport to Amori Villas

• Exclusive use of Amori Villas, including its infinity pool, spa and gardens

• Gift bag

• Yoga mats, bolsters, blocks, meditation cushions and straps are available for use 

• Daily fruit platters, jamu health drinks, fresh coconuts & herbal teas 

• Unlimited supply of bottled water 

• Personal butler service 

• Free time to explore Ubud cafes, shops and other local attractions

• Daily shuttle service to Ubud

• Plus more+

Add Ons:

• Additional massage treatments at the Amori Spa

• Additional excursions

What’s not included:

• Additional nights stay before or after the Retreat

• Self catered Lunches and Dinners

• Return Flights*

• Indonesian Tourist Visa

• Travel Insurance

• Spending money

Flights

*The Retreat starts at 4.30pm on Saturday 27th July, and ends at 10.30am on Friday 2nd August. When booking your flights, we recommend that you give yourself ample time to arrive into Ubud by 3pm on Day One of the Retreat. This includes air travel, clearing customs/immigration (average wait time is 90mins) and travelling to Ubud (average travel time is 90mins). Coming a day earlier is highly recommended for a blissful journey. Please enquire by the Registration Form.

Flights are not included in the price. We recommend AirAsia or Jetstar when flying from Perth to Bali. The flight takes approximately 4 hours. Or use www.kayak.com.au or www.skyscanner.com.au to find the cheapest flights. 

Once you’ve booked your flight, please let us know so we can help organise an airport pick up. Where possible, we will organise your pick up with other students arriving at similar times. If you decide to come earlier and stay in Kuta or Legian, please let us know and we will organise for a car to stop and pick you up on the way. 

The international airport for Bali is Ngurah Rai International Airport. All students need to fly to Denpasar (DPS).

Visas

Australian Nationals require a current passport with six months validity for entry into Bali. A 30 day visa is issued automatically upon entry for approximately A$50. This is a small fee for your visa at the airport. If you are coming from a different country, please check what visas you are eligible for.  

Travel Insurance

You are responsible for your travel insurance. We recommend you get comprehensive travel insurance for peace of mind.

COVID

Australian Nationals must be fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to travelling to Indonesia to enter Bali, without the need to quarantine. You will be required to show proof of your International Covid Certificate. You are not required to show a negative Covid test. The wearing of masks is compulsory on all flights and in taxis. Outside of these times is personal choice. 

If WA’s borders close up to one month prior to the retreat date, we can access full refunds for all guests, including your deposit. Circumstances regarding Covid may change and we will communicate any updates as required. If you are coming from a different country, please check if Bali is open to you before applying for this retreat.

Food

The beautiful food and produce found in Ubud plays a key role in the nourishment and luxury of our retreat program. Amori Villa takes great pride in their menu which is healthy, fresh, organic and delicious. 

Included on retreat: 

• 6x healthy nutritional breakfast buffet with several options 

• 1x healthy buffet lunch

• 3x healthy buffet dinners  

• Daily fruit platters, pre-yoga juices, coconut water, teas and unlimited bottled water is also included

The Amori Villa kitchen will be open to guests for a la carte lunches, dinners and drinks that will be charged to your Individual Room bill, payable at the end of your stay. Lifelong friendships have been made around our dinner table and meal times are always a cause for celebration!

In downtown Ubud and surrounding villages, there are lots of amazing cafes and restaurants to try during your self-catered lunches and dinner. Depending on your budget, you can find delicious meals from AUD$5-$25. During the retreat, you will be responsible for 4 lunches and 3 dinners.

Immune System

There are many ways to naturally support your immune system in Bali, besides eating from the clean organic restaurant on site. 

Naturopaths recommend: 

• Jamu, coconut water and slippery elm powder in the case of diarrhoea 

• Jamu is traditional Indonesian medicine, predominantly made from natural ingredients including roots, bark, flowers, seeds, leaves and fruits. The most common one to boost the immune system is made of turmeric, lime and ginger.

• Fresh juices 

• SB flora 3ctive (shelf stable probiotic that stops the bad bacteria from adhering to the intestinal tract)

What to Bring

1. Yoga clothes

2. Enough clothes so you don’t have to do laundry, include warm and light clothing

3. Meditation shawl or blanket

4. Bathers

5. Sarong

6. Umbrella or raincoat

7. Comfortable shoes

8. Personal items, such at toiletries etc

9. Yoga mat, if you prefer to use your own

10. Mosquito spray

11. Water bottle, no glass bottles please, they are a hazard in the Yoga Shala

Yoga, Meditation & Workshop Sessions

Each day you’ll enjoy empowering self transformative practices with Mars & Renée from our Yoga Shala at Amori Villas. These sessions will be specially curated for the retreat and will be designed to help you reflect, let go, manifest and grow. Our sessions are perfect for both beginners and intermediate students. You’ll explore energising morning practices, rejuvenating evening practices, meditation, mantra singing, breathwork, circle and opening and closing ceremonies. We’ll also visit some of Ubud’s best yoga shalas to learn from their international yoga teachers and experience the energy and buzz. Please note, yoga, meditation & workshop sessions are subject to change, and will be replaced with something else, where required.

Group Activities

We’ve been working hard to offer you a truly magical experience with new excursions and new activities, whilst keeping the essence of our retreat offering at the beautiful Amori Villas. More details about our group activities to be shared soon. All entry fees and transfers are included in the price. Please note, Excursions are subject to change, and will be replaced with something else, where required.

Relaxing Time / Free Time

We have scheduled many ‘Free Time / Rest’ periods throughout the retreat program. We invite you to find a balance between needing ‘to do things’ and ‘doing nothing’! At Amori Villas you’ll have access to a beautiful infinity pool, their luscious gardens, restaurant and spa for additional treatments. You’re also invited to enjoy Ubud and its beautiful cafes, temples, markets, hikes and more. There’s so many things to do in magical Ubud! Make sure you budget for any extra shopping and activities you’d like to do outside of the retreat program. Amori Villas offers free transfers into Ubud at agreeable times, making it easier for you to get around.

More About the Venue

• Bottled water. Please bring your own water bottle, to reduce plastic waste. We have glass bottles in the rooms for you to fill the room glasses. Amori supplies water by the glass in the restaurant/bar, from the large Aqua bottle. We also have a large spring water dispenser in the spa. 

• Opening ceremony. The Opening ceremony is a prayer to the Universe, giving thanks for the retreat and asking that it be blessed. It also asks for the hearts and minds of all participants to be opened, so we can absorb all of the positive energy during retreat.

• Yoga and meditation spaces. Amori’s Yoga Shala is lower in the valley, which is quieter and cooler. It receives a gentle breeze from the valley. There are also 2 ceiling fans, if needed.

• Guest Tab. Each guest will have their own individual bill for extras, massages, drinks etc.

• Mosquitos. Amori does everything they can to keep mosquitos away, including regular fogging of the gardens. They light mosquito coils outside every room and in the restaurant at dusk every night. They supply mosquito repellent lotion in every bathroom.

• Sunrise and Sunset. Sunrise is 5.55am and sunset is 6.15pm.

• Transport into Ubud. Available at agreed times. Amori has 3 cars, which can take 7 passengers each. It takes 15 minutes from Amori to the centre of Ubud. Whilst they can arrange return journeys, it usually works better for guests to take a taxi back to Amori, so they aren’t restricted by time or don’t have to walk to the designated pickup spot. The average cost of a taxi ride is AUD$7-10.

• Airport transfers. Amori will personally collect every person from the airport and drive them to Amori. Transfers to and from are included. 

• Butler Service. Amori’s butlers are there to do or arrange anything and everything you want, including your ironing and additional spa treatment bookings.

Massage & Other Spa Treatments

You receive one complimentary massage. We’ll endeavour to schedule everyone for a massage in the first few days of the retreat, should you wish to have more treatments throughout the week. Bookings for additional spa treatments can be made with the butler, and the price will be added to your Individual Room bill, payable at the end of your stay. Massage appointments can be made between 7.30am and 9pm each day. Should you wish to pre book your massages appointments, let us know.