Are You Ready to Listen to What’s Beneath the Noise?
Have you ever felt a quiet inner calling— a deep knowing that it’s time to unplug from the world around you… and return home to your heart?
A pull to understand how you move through life— or why you react the way you do?
To soften the patterns shaped by the past, and reconnect with your breath, your body, your truth?
If so, you’ve found your space.
This retreat is a sacred invitation to remember what’s always been within you.
Six days of silence, self inquiry, and inner presence— a space where the mind quiets, the nervous system softens, and insight begins to rise from within.
You’ll be gently guided through ancient practices like Vipassana meditation, pranayama, and soft restorative movement—no experience needed. Just a willingness to be with what is, and an open heart.
All of this unfolds in a lush mountain sanctuary— surrounded by waterfalls, rice fields, and the healing rhythm of the natural world.
A 5 night journey in the spirit of Vipassana Meditation,
To turn off the outside noise and re-discover your true nature.
Connect to Mother Nature and listen to your soul’s inner voice,
On the Full Moon Eclipse in Virgo.
| Meditation, Soft Asana, Philosophy, Pranayama, Yin Yoga |
Enriched with Cranio-Sacral Therapy and Sound Massage.
How Soul, a Silent Retreat was Born
In 2014, after a surf injury, I began experiencing PTSD panic attacks — in the water, underwater while diving, and even on land on the way to surf.
It took years to understand what I was experiencing, and why.
I tried many methods to find relief — but nothing truly reached the root.
Fear began taking over larger parts of my life, and I started to feel lost.
Everything changed when I sat my first Vipassana course.
In just ten days, something clicked. I finally understood how my subconscious mind and body were connected — and how the patterns driving my panic were trying to protect me, but were no longer serving me.
That course, along with an incredible Cranio-Sacral session from one of my teachers, created a shift I didn’t expect.— The panic attacks stopped. The fear dissolved.
And for the first time in years, I felt free.
But more than that — I felt empowered.
Not just reacting to life, but flowing with it.
Now, when triggers arise, I have the tools to meet them with clarity, calm, and ownership.
Today, the ocean — the place that once triggered so much fear — is my most healing space.
I can be in it, held by it, and feel completely at peace.
Soul was born from this transformation — from a deep desire to share the practices that brought me home to myself.
As this technique transformed my life, I felt a deep call to pass it on.
I carefully curated the modalities I practice and trust to be most supportive alongside Vipassana Meditation — choosing to share them in a small, intimate, and deeply nurtured space.
After hosting the first retreat in 2022, I saw just how powerful this combination truly is.
I knew, with full clarity, that this was my calling in this lifetime.
From the beginning, I held a strong inner knowing of the three sacred places I wanted to bring this work to — choosing locations with deep care, where the energy of the land, the retreat space, the people, and the culture all support the depth of the practice.
I offer a feminine approach to the traditional teachings of the Buddha,
weaving in hands-on Biodynamic Cranio-Sacral Therapy and Sound Massage —
to support you in learning through stillness and movement,
not just on a philosophical level, but through embodied experience —
in some of the most breathtaking places on Earth.
Your Host & Teacher::
Amber Houbara,
Nice to Meet you
Prefer to listen instead of read?
In this 18-minute video, I share how Vipassana meditation transformed my life — and the deeper calling that led me to create Soul. You’ll also get a full overview of the retreat: practices, schedule, location, and the intention behind it all.
(It’s segmented, so you can skip to what resonates most.)
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I’ve been practicing yoga and meditation since 2011, and started teaching in 2016. In 2022, I created Soul, a Silent Retreat, as a deeply personal response to what transformed my own life.
Since then, I’ve hosted retreats, workshops, classes, and private sessions around the world, guiding hundreds of people back to their own inner wisdom.
My path has been shaped by years of study and immersion — including multiple Vipassana courses and teacher trainings in asana, pranayama, and yoga philosophy with teachers like Maty Ezraty, Matthew Sweeney, AG & Indra Mohan, Mark Robberds, and beloved Israeli teachers including Shirley Caspi, Sharon Kanor, Nancy Gardush, Galia Kornfeld, Eden Gershon, and Noga Weiss.
I’m also trained in Cranio-Sacral Therapy, Peter Hess Sound Massage, and Sound Bath facilitation — which you’ll get to experience throughout this retreat journey.
What are the Benefits of joining Soul, a Silent Retreat
Learn the Buddha’s powerful techniques, to liberate yourself from stress, fear, anxiety, behavioral patterns, conditioning, and trauma.
Discover how to calm the mind and observe reality as it is through a step-by-step journey into meditation.
Detox from screens and external noise, and reconnect with your true nature — so you can listen to your inner soul’s voice and deeply connect with the natural world.
Return to your heart and feel more self-love, worthiness, kindness, and compassion — and how to share it with all living beings.
Understand the law of nature: impermanence, and how to surrender to change with grace.
Learn how to release suffering by building resilience to cravings and aversions.
Deepen your yoga practice and understand how asana relates to meditation and stillness.
Receive Cranio-Sacral Therapy and Sound Massage every evening during Yin Yoga — including one full Sound Bath session.
Experience a Full Moon Eclipse in Virgo Ceremony—
with astrological insight woven with Chinese Medicine, Yin Yoga, Cranio-Sacral Therapy, and sound healing — to align body, mind, and soul through the rhythms of nature.
Explore practical tools to navigate everyday life with more presence, softness, and clarity.
Experience the blessings of Balinese tradition—
from learning how to create temple offerings, to joining a sacred blessing ceremony. The highlight: a private water purification ritual at the resort's secluded waterfall — a deeply cleansing and spiritually significant experience you’ll carry with you long after the retreat.
Feel liberated, held, nurtured, and transformed — like floating a few inches above the ground.
Receive a lovingly prepared retreat kit to support your journey.
Be supported every step of the way — before, during, and after the retreat.
Who is this Retreat for?
If you’re seeking a truly transformational experience.
If you’re ready to step outside your comfort zone.
If you want to release old conditioning, traumas, and limiting self-beliefs.
If you’ve always wanted to learn Vipassana in a safe, intimate, and feminine space, where you’re seen, held, and nurtured — before, during, and after the retreat.
If you’re ready to liberate yourself from fear and take ownership of your life.
If you’ve always wanted to learn meditation.
If you want to deepen your yoga practice.
Who is this Retreat NOT for?
If you’re not willing to step out of your comfort zone.
If you're not ready to put in the inner work to let go of old conditioning and trauma.
If you prefer to complain rather than take action.
If you’re not open to connecting with your body, mind, and soul on a deep level.
If you prefer to stay in ignorance rather than seek growth.
Location :: Bali Eco Stay
Tucked away in a sacred green valley, Bali Eco Stay is surrounded by pure mountain streams, natural spring water, and a twelve-meter waterfall flowing into a rock pool of rare beauty. Set 480 meters above sea level, the cooler mountain air offers a refreshing contrast to Bali’s coast.
This is a place where nature leads. Towering food forests, sculpted rice terraces, and fresh, nourishing meals invite you to slow down and reconnect. Every detail of this eco-conscious retreat honors the land, without compromising comfort.
Here, the earth holds you — gently returning you to balance, presence, and peace.
Accommodation
Nestled in the heart of Bali, your stay unfolds within eight open-air overwater bungalows, each one a private sanctuary immersed in nature.
Surrounded by waterfalls, rice paddies, jungle food forests, and mountain streams, these handcrafted Balinese bungalows offer the perfect balance of comfort and seclusion, just steps from the resort’s shared spaces.
In harmony with the land, each bungalow is built using locally sourced materials that blend seamlessly into the lush mountain setting — letting you sleep closer to the earth, and wake up deeply connected to it.
Private Bungalow
with Ensuit Bathroom
Have your very own private bungalow,
with ensuit bathroom and balcony.
Private Room
in a Shared Bungalow
Have your very own private room,
with shared ensuit bathroom and balcony.
Shared Room
in a Shared Bungalow
Share a room with only 1 other person
(can be your family or friend on request),
with shared ensuit bathroom and balcony.
The Food & Restaurant
Rooted in permaculture, 75% of the food served is grown right here on the land — without chemicals or pesticides, and always in rhythm with the natural cycles of the earth.
Fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, cacao, and vanilla are harvested from our thriving food gardens, nourished by rich volcanic soil. You’re welcome to visit the gardens yourself, and experience where your nourishment begins.
Enjoy every meal in the handcrafted, open-air restaurant, with sweeping views of rice paddies, food forests, and the distant Indian Ocean. Sip, savour, and let the valley breeze nourish you — day and night.
Schedule
Friday, 27 Feb - Bali
Arrival
14.00-16.30
Bali Eco Stay
Welcome Talk and Meditation
17.30-19.30
Harvest Bungalow Shala
Dinner
19.30
What is Included
5 nights accommodation — your choice of private or shared room/ Private Bungalow.
Full board vegetarian meals — breakfast, lunch, dinner, chai, treats, and all-day coffee & tea.
All yoga and meditation practices — approx. 32 hours of guided sessions.
4 Yin yoga sessions with Cranio-Sacral therapy and sound massage, given to all practitioners.
Astrology & TCM Full Moon Ceremony — explore the current astrological themes through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine and meridian-focused Yin Yoga.
1 Full Sound Bath — an immersive, sound journey.
Balinese offering ceremony — learn from village women how to create traditional offerings, followed by a sacred temple blessing with the local priest (manku).
Guided trek through the surrounding villages — walk through lush rice paddies and thriving food forests.
Sacred Melukat Ceremony — a private Balinese water purification ritual at the waterfall. To release negative energy, restore inner balance, and set intentions for renewal and peace.
A Special Surprise Retreat Kit just for you.
1:1 Pre-retreat call — to understand what you're bringing to the retreat (mind, body, heart).
...and a few more magical surprises.
What is not Included
Flights to and from Bali
Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Transport to and from the retreat — though we’re happy to help arrange this for you (additional cost)
Extra treatments — like massages before or after the retreat (available at additional cost)
Additional food & drinks outside of your included meals and offerings
Investment
Early Birds
Only 5 spots available!
Private Bungalow - AUD $3,500
Private Room - AUD $2,800
Shared Room - AUD $2,200
Full Price
Private Bungalow - AUD $3,800
Private Room - AUD $3,100
Shared Room - AUD $2,600
An investment to liberate yourself from old patterns, conditioning, and emotional imprints — through the Buddha’s powerful techniques, in the sacred and magical mountains of Bali.
Held on the Full Moon Eclipse in Virgo.
What Happens Next?
1 Apply
Complete a short form to share your intention and journey. Be as open as you can — it helps us know if this retreat is the right fit to support your full potential.
2 Book a 1:1 Soul Connection Call
Once your form is received, we’ll invite you to a 1:1 Soul Connection Call to explore what’s alive in you, what’s asking to be met — and whether this retreat is the right next step on your journey home. Spots are limited, so early bookings are recommended.
3 If it’s a Yes — We Begin
You’ll choose your accommodation, secure your place, and receive everything you need to prepare for this deeply transformational experience.
After confirming:
You'll be guided through a pre-retreat process with helpful resources and a personalised call to prepare your mind, body, and heart for the journey ahead.
Are you ready to transform your life?
Payment Plans Available
AUD $500 deposit is non-refundable
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 3 months prior (before Nov 27): Full refund, minus deposit
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Between 3 months – 1 month (Nov 27 – Jan 27): 15% fee + deposit
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1 month – 1 week before (Jan 27 – Feb 19): 50% refund
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Within 1 week of retreat (after Feb 19): No refund
Some of the benefits reported by those practicing Vipassana
Taken from Vipassana Research Institute.
Effective tool to deal with fear, anxiety, stress and nervousness
Improved awareness and alertness of the mind
Increasing concentration and focus of the mind
Support stronger memory
Increases self-confidence
Improves decision-making
Increases capacity and mental focus to work
Better the ability to understand and express oneself
Regaining mastery over the ‘monkey-mind’
Mind becomes healthy, wholesome and strong
One becomes full of good wishes for others
Gallery:: Bali Eco Stay, Bali, Indonesia
Testimonials
"I attended my first silent retreat with Amber after attending many silent retreats, mostly Vipassana retreats. My experience with Amber was one that was deeply nurturing and restorative.
I became aware that what Amber offers, in her retreats is the magical feminine essence that creates a safe and sacred place to go deep into the depths of your subconscious Saṅkhāras, while allowing for other ways to move energy, emotions and behaviours with beautiful Hatha style yoga, qi gong and restorative yoga featuring her divine sound healing and intuitive Craniosacral therapy.
One of my favourite parts of Soul - a silent retreat are Amber’s philosophy talks - her insights, her ability to breakdown the Vipassana meditation technique in a way that is through her depth of experience and faith, her passion for exploring the astrological forecast at the time of your retreat is just something very special.
Amber’s wisdom, integrity and ability to hold space is palpable. Her retreats are carefully curated in special places of nature and attending will be one of the most spiritually significant landmarks for your journey inwards, in a way that will feel safe, held and like, OMG can’t wait to attend my next one.
Thank you Amber, you are truly gifted at what you share into the universe and beyond <3"
Katie Green
"Phone detox; delicious healthy food; rising with the sun, to the deep reverberating sound of a gong; meditation classes; yoga classes incorporating sound and cranial sacral therapies; nature immersion; philosophy talks amongst boulders and tall trees; more meditation and yoga and then getting substantial sleep. Days of this, until one morning it just feels natural and nurturing to wake with the sun, to the call of the gong, to sit together,in quiet meditation and comfort.
Silence in a group is uncomfortable....at first
An hour of meditation is uncomfortable....at first
Thankyou Amber for the opportunity to truly realise how much my distractions rob me of seeing my life through quiet, unaffected, childlike clarity. I have found the time again to enjoy what I actually want to be doing and to draw myself to presence. It is a constant work but I have remembered that I can do it and you have offered me the skills to reset.
Thankyou for holding that space for us all."
Lisa Maier
"Amber, my beautiful friend & teacher,
Created the most soul filling, transformational experience for me and 12 other women and 1 man in the most delicious setting in Denmark.
She guided us through a 4 night silence retreat and I came out of it feeling anew. Her knowledge & wisdom is inspiring and learning from her over the past few years has been invaluable. I'm looking forward to participating in another one soon."
Grace Fleming
I recently completed Amber’s 7-night Vipassana retreat in Bali, and it was an extraordinary experience. Amber created a sacred and serene space for us to disconnect from the noise of life, allowing us to embark on a profound journey of inner discovery.
This retreat was perfectly aligned with the energies of the New Astrological Year, the Equinox, and Eclipse Season, providing an ideal time to connect with mother nature and listen to my inner soul’s voice. Amber guided us with compassion and clarity through meditation, soft asana, pranayama, and yin yoga practices, helping us deepen our self-love, breath awareness, and inner peace. Throughout the retreat, we were also enriched by Cranio-Sacral Therapy and Sound healing, which deepened the healing experience and helped release any body trauma and conditioning. The retreat was completely offline and in silence, which allowed for the space to truly listen to our hearts and release the patterns that no longer served us.
The beautiful mountain resort, Bali Eco Stay - was a slice of heaven, being surrounded by waterfalls, jungle, culture, rice fields, and towering mountains. It was the perfect setting for reflection and nourishment for all the senses. Amber’s thoughtful curation of the retreat, paired with the natural beauty of Bali, created the ideal environment for personal transformation.
This retreat is a true gift to anyone looking to deepen their spiritual practice, release the past, and go within and reconnect with their true essence. If you feel the call to listen to your inner self, this is the space to do so. I highly recommend Amber’s retreat to anyone on the path of self-discovery.
Thank you again, Amber, for a beautiful journey together xox
Mia-Leigh Ford
A Testimonial from Luminate, a Full Moon Event for Women
"Trying to gather some thoughts and feelings about a wonderful yoga journey in which I’ve embarked myself last year with Amber.
I’ll start by mentioning how beautifully harmonious the place and ambience were set up, from the beginning of the journey I felt welcomed, at home and peace with myself and the women practicing next to me.
We started with a Qi Gong practice followed by a nutritious chat about the astrological moment we were living which already helped opening up myself and creating a clear intention for the practice and meditation, we continued by slow movements as we went through the calm summer evening and it all just accompanied perfectly to open up myself into deeper thoughts and questioning old beliefs. As we dived deeper into a meditative state, following the sound healing vibrations, I had one of the biggest awakenings of my life, had a strong connection with my inner guide and always felt loved and supported.
I guess after that practice, I had to go through a couple of weeks of journaling to understand what the practice and meditation were showing me, but always had that evening near my heart, as it was the first awakening moment that was showing me the path for big changes in my life.
Amber thanks for the love, the connection and the support.
Cannot recommend the Luminate journey and the retreats enough. Just a little recommendation, come with an open heart and be ready to surrender, as big movements happen on its own when we allow it to speak through us."
Florencia Moratorio
FAQ
What is Asana?
Asana means "pose" — it refers to movement-based practices. In this retreat, we focus on meditation, but incorporate gentle movement to help circulate Qi (energy) in the body and support long sits. It’s also a way to cultivate awareness of sensation while in motion.
You'll learn simple movements you can take home with you.
What is Pranayama?
Pranayama is the practice of breathwork — ancient, powerful techniques that help calm the mind and deepen meditation. Especially beneficial for busy minds. You'll learn a few practices to take home and continue on your own.
Do I need any experience in yoga or meditation or the above?
Not at all. No prior experience is needed in Asana, Meditation, Pranayama, or Yin Yoga. You’ll be guided throughout, and you're always welcome to approach Amber for support if anything feels unclear or challenging.
What is Nobel Silence?
Noble Silence is a beautiful permission to turn inward.
As Sister Chân Diệu Nghiêm writes in this beautiful article “Noble Silence doesn’t mean we’re not allowed to talk. It means we don’t have to.”
It’s a gentle invitation to rest from external communication — no talking, signals, eye contact, or notes. No phones or internet.
Practising restraint (or inwards drawing) of the senses in this way provides an essential foundation for the powerful inner work which a meditation retreat facilitates.
How long do we stay in Noble Silence?
Noble Silence begins on the first evening (after 5pm) and ends on the final morning.
For 7-night retreats, we break Noble Silence the night before departure.
Can I ask questions? What if I have a problem?
Absolutely. You’re always welcome to ask Amber anything — during breaks, before, or after a session.
Is Amber the only teacher?
Yes, Amber will guide all sessions and be your point of contact for any questions, reflections, or support throughout the retreat.
Can I drink coffee through the retreat?
Yes, coffee is available!
Do I need any of my own props? or a meditation cushion?
No need. Bali Eco Stay provides all mats and props.
That said, if you prefer your own, you’re more than welcome to bring them.
If I booked a shared room can I still be on a waiting list for a private room?
Yes, absolutely. Just note it in your booking form or send an email to request the upgrade.
What if I need a ride?
Bali Eco Stay offers a transport service. You can contact them directly to arrange a safe, reliable driver to pick you up from the airport or wherever you're arriving from.
Can I read during the retreat?
While it may seem nourishing to read during a retreat, we gently ask you not to bring any books.
This space is intentionally held to remove all distractions — even the ones that feel "good for us" — so that your attention can turn inward, uninterrupted.
In practices like Vipassana, we remove external input (including reading) to fully meet what is present within.
Reading can act as a subtle escape — keeping the mind active, focused outward, and away from the deeper layers of sensation, emotion, and subconscious material that are waiting to be seen.
This retreat is an invitation to sit with yourself completely — to soften into silence, and to uncover clarity, insight, and healing that can only emerge in stillness.
Will there be WiFi? Can I check my phone?
There is WiFi at the venue, but you won’t have access to your phone during the retreat.
You’ll hand it in on the first evening and receive it back on the final morning.
This intentional screen detox is a powerful part of the retreat.
By stepping away from digital distractions, you create space to go deeper into stillness, clarity, and insight — allowing the nervous system to settle, and the mind to truly rest.
You’re welcome to share our contact details with loved ones in advance, so you can fully switch off knowing you’re still reachable in case of emergency.
Have a Question? Get in Touch
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