E-Media Clips
E-media Clips are links to electronic articles, featuring Bali Silent Retreat and their authors from around the world
‘There will be tears’: What it’s like to visit a silent retreat in Bali
by Zoe George / Stuff NZ / June 2025
Silence is sacred in Bali. It’s marked every year with Nyepi; one whole day where the buzzing island of five million go quiet to acknowledge the new year and to have time for self-reflection.
But for those seeking something more, an hour northwest of Ubud, tucked into the jungle-laced highlands, something extraordinary happens when the noise stops. At first, it’s disorienting – the absence of chatter, traffic, children and tourists. But then something shifts.
Silence has become something of a paradox. We seek it out and avoid it as well. Why? Because for most people, it’s scary to be alone with your thoughts. Not for me. When I heard of the Bali Silent Retreat, I couldn’t think of anything better than spending a few days someplace where no one would talk to me.
7 luxury wellness retreats in Asia, from Six Senses Ninh Van Bay to Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Nepal
by Khoa Tran / Tatler July 2024
Seeking a rejuvenating escape from your busy city life to recharge but still want a touch of comfort? Located far from crowds, in rural areas surrounded by stunning natural sceneries, these seven luxury resorts across Asia boast expertly crafted wellness programmes to help you unwind and detoxify.
All the top spa trends of 2024: Are these sought-after wellness experiences on your radar?
by Judy Chapman / Honeycombers April 2024
In a world filled with constant noise and distractions, silent tourism – where one unplugs to reconnect – is emerging as the ultimate form of relaxation. Spending time in silence is thought to not only destress and relax the nervous system, but also activate brain cells and deepen the connection with yourself and others.
Bali is replete with cookie-cutter wellness retreats. And while this may be sufficient for those looking to take in a bit of sun, feast on vegetarian cuisine, and sneak in a massage or two, most don’t make for a terribly in-depth experience. Bali Silent Retreat is a bird of another feather. Built on the site of Pura Dalem, a former ashram and temple, within the UNESCO-protected area of Jatiluwih, the retreat is a peaceful sanctuary for non-denominational contemplation and green living.
Few things are as precious as peace of mind. We seek out the best wellness retreats that have been carefully designed to help you find inner calm and stillness.
‘Bali Silent Retreat: The path to peace is a blissfully silent one at this rustic green-to-the-extreme eco retreat set amidst glistening rice paddies, lush banana trees and palm groves.’
Bali Silent Retreat turned out to be the highlight of my trip. Surrounded by rice fields and overlooked by Mount Batukaru in the center of the island, the place is a real sanctuary, with an extensive vegetable garden and twice-daily yoga and meditation sessions (the teachers can speak). Rooms are basic — with an open wall overlooking the jungle — and the food is excellent.
OBVIOUSLY there is no talking so what happens when you try not to speak for three days? If you hate chatting to strangers you are going to love this.
Bali Silent Retreat is an eco-sanctuary for meditation and prayer. Surrounded by green rice fields, protected by the sacred Mount Batukaru and caressed by natural hot spring, this is the ideal place to start an inner journey of silence and self-exploration. You choose how long you want to stay and what you desire doing. There’s only one rule: to respect the “Art of Doing Nothing.” Sounds like a fair principle.
If you are suffering from the stress of modern day life, I highly recommend taking a trip to Bali Silent Retreat in Bali, Indonesia. The name says it all — no talking allowed! Days consist of silent contemplation, meditation, yoga, reading and self-reflection. This may not appeal to some; however, I can truly guarantee you will come out feeling incredibly relaxed, refreshed and ready to take on the world.
There are two rules at the Bali Silent Retreat: resist using any technology, and no talking is allowed. It might not sound too challenging to do, but in today’s hyper-connected world, I cringed at the idea of attempting three days — or 72 hours — of total silence where I’d be able to do nothing more than eat, sleep, read or just sit and stare into nearby rice fields.
The Buddhist practice of quietly meditating dates back millennia, but the need for silent reflection in the face of never-ending online chatter is newer. There are many hideaways around the world aimed at helping travelers disconnect, but one of our favorites is Bali Silent Retreat.
What is it like to fast for three days without any technology or devices? CNBC’s Uptin Saiidi took on the challenge, as he goes on a quest to learn more about tech addiction and the billion dollar mindfulness industry hoping to combat it.
Reconnecting with yourself at this Bali retreat is simple: by removing the demands of life and embracing the art of nothing. Found within the UNESCO protected rice fields of Jatiluwih, on the rich heritage of the Kingdom of Tabanan, Bali Silent Retreat was once a sacred ashram erected by the king for his unwell son.
For many travelers, Bali is a dream destination, with everything from beaches to food to spirituality on the agenda. But too often, people get stuck in a rut when it comes to places to go, with Seminyak and Ubud always top of this list. How about veering off the well-trodden tourist-path to areas unknown?
Bali Silent Retreat is exactly what it sounds like: no talking, no music, just silence and the noises of nature.
Have you ever wondered why the word ‘silent’ and ‘listen’ are spelled with the same letters? Deep in the heart of Tabanan, at the base of the Balinese holy mountain Batukaru, I finally understood why.
Could you stay silent for an entire MONTH? The no-talking retreats designed to bring you inner calm (though some are more extreme than others)
Bali Silent Retreat is exactly what it sounds like: an escape where guests take temporary vows of silence in the name of self-discovery.
Too busy to take a break? Here’s when you need to draw the line – break off from your hectic lifestyle, and retreat to an environment that promotes serenity and relaxation.
I found it liberating not having to consider social niceties or think about how I was being perceived in any exchange. It freed up a shocking amount of mind space to think about what I wanted personally and my priorities, independent of others.
Seeking a silent retreat from urban life
by Rebecca Henschke, Camera: Haryo Wirawan, Producer: Pamela Parker / BBC News
These days a digital detox is not nearly enough for city dwellers glued to computers, screens and devices. Silent retreats are proving to be an increasingly popular form of escape from the stresses and noise of urban life.
Living off the grid is about having a conscious awareness of how we want to live on this planet. Read more on the living off the grid principle being practiced at Bali Silent Retreat.
Beautiful views, meditative walks and delicious food may create the perfect mood for a mindful break – but Ariel, The Guardian’s writer discovers that being in the moment is hard work.
What is it like to stay in a silent retreat? Eve Tedja travels to the west of Bali for a gadget-free experience and discovers what New Earth Cooking is all about.
What is the recipe to a successful life? Do more things into exhaustion or let everything takes its balance? Read Heath’s revelation following his 5 days retreat at Bali Silent Retreat here.
There are so much insights into the art of Balinese culture from the weekly session of Tea Circle at Bali Silent Retreat. Bali & Beyond’s magazine contributor investigates and shares her findings here.
Yogi Times has ventured into beautiful sanctuary to experience the practice of silence and is loving it! “This is perfect place to cultivate the art of doing nothing. Or as the Italians say, ‘dolce far niente’. Rest, Sleep, Eat and Repeat”.
At a time when life is more fast-paced than ever, where everything demands to be attended at once, it is refreshing at times to just switch off and go inward to listen to the one that needs attention the most
As human beings, can we ever stop talking? When our phone is glued to our hand and becomes the extension of our limbs, it’s hard to imagine a day without “communicating.” Bali & Beyond contributor went into the remote Bali Silent Retreat to experience the art of silence.
Top 8 Weekend Gateways for Digital Nomads in Bali.
A glowing verdict on Bali Silent Retreat.
Our friend Passenger 6A wrote on how the practice of silence is taking over tourism around the world. Glad that Bali Silent Retreat is being featured as one of the destinations.
Read why celebrities such as Mia Farrow, Steve Jobs, Oprah and others choose to get as far away from modern life as possible by enrolling themselves on silent retreats.
