The Real Bali Experience
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This isn't your typical retreat
THE REAL BALI EXPERIENCE
Culture • Ceremony • Hidden Gems • Cooking • Connection
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 - Tue, 1 Sep 2026
RETREAT ITINERARY
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DAY 1 | ARRIVAL & GROUNDING
• Group pick-up at 11:00 AM from the lobby near Ngurah Rai International Airport
• Scenic drive through traditional Balinese villages to Ubud
• Traditional Balinese welcome ceremony
• Fresh coconut & relaxing foot massage on arrival
• Nourishing evening dinner
• Sacred ceremony with the local Balinese community
• Early night for deep rest and integration
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DAY 2 | PURIFICATION & FLOW
• Morning yoga or guided meditation
• Wholesome breakfast
• Visit to a sacred water temple for traditional purification cleansing
• Lunch at Sayuri Healing Food
• Scenic jungle stops, rice field views & pool time
• Optional massage & relaxation
• Dinner & restful evening
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DAY 3 | MARKET TO TABLE
• Breakfast
• Guided tour of a vibrant local fruit & vegetable market
• Organic cooking school experience
• Hand-pick fresh produce and create a 3-course plant-based meal
• Free time & optional massage
• Evening sound healing journey
• Dinner & integration
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DAY 4 | LUXURY, SECRETS & CELEBRATION
• Slow morning breakfast overlooking the rice fields
• Private transfer to a hidden jewel of Ubud —
an exclusive, lesser-known sanctuary tucked away from the crowds.
A breathtaking natural setting revealed only to our guests.
Time to wander, capture beautiful moments, and absorb Bali’s untouched beauty.
• Refresh & prepare for an elevated dining experience
• Gourmet lunch at one of Ubud’s most prestigious fine-dining destinations —
beautifully plated seasonal cuisine in an elegant jungle setting
(multi-course plant-forward menu, curated flavours, artistic presentation with refined Balinese influence)
• Return to the retreat for leisure time
– Poolside relaxation
– Optional massage
– Quiet journaling or personal reflection
• Sunset gathering to reflect on our journey together
• Closing ceremony under the stars
Ritual, gratitude, and intention setting
• Farewell celebration dinner
Music, movement, joy and heartfelt connection
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DAY 5 | CLOSING & DEPARTURE
• Breakfast together
• Check-out
• Depart carrying Bali in your heart
This 5-day itinerary has been thoughtfully curated; however, minor adjustments may occur due to weather, local cultural events, venue availability, or circumstances beyond our control.
Feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any questions or would like to discuss your booking personally. I’m happy to connect and guide you through the experience.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience that blends high vibes with tranquil hibernation, creating a harmony of mind, body, and spirit.
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Accommodation
Tanta Escape — Your Private Slice of Ubud Paradise
Tucked away from the busy tourist areas, this peaceful sanctuary is surrounded by emerald rice fields and tall coconut trees, embraced by authentic Balinese village life.
9 private villas with personal plunge pools
6 tranquil guest rooms
Quiet, nature-filled surroundings
Immersed in local Balinese culture
Wake up to birdsong.
Breathe in fresh rice field air.
Experience the real Bali.
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What’s Included
• 4 nights accommodation in Ubud
• Daily nourishing breakfasts, lunches & dinners
• Daily yoga or guided meditation sessions
• Laughter Yoga with Laughing Chef
• Sacred water temple purification ceremony
• Traditional Balinese welcome & cultural experiences
• Guided local market tour
• Organic cooking school experience (3-course plant-based meal)
• Sound healing journey
• Gourmet fine-dining experience in Ubud
• Closing ceremony & celebration dinner
• All scheduled activities & excursions
• Local transport during retreat
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What’s Not Included
• International flights to and from Bali
• Comprehensive travel insurance (mandatory)
• Optional massages or personal treatments
• Personal expenses & additional beverages outside scheduled meals
All retreat activities, accommodation, meals, and transfers listed above are included in your package.
Relax and enjoy complete peace of mind — you’ll be fully supported by Laughing Chef and our experienced Bali team. From arrival to departure, we will lovingly look after you every step of the way.
Location
Thantha serenity
Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Refund policy
Refund & Cancellation Policy – Bali Immersion Retreat
Deposits
• A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to secure your place.
• Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit is received. Cancellation by Participant
• Cancellations made more than 60 days before the retreat start date: – Payments (minus the non-refundable deposit) will be refunded.
Cancellations made 30–59 days before the retreat: – 50% of total retreat fee will be refunded.
• Cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat: – No refund will be issued. •
No refunds for: – No-shows – Late arrivals – Early departures Transfers • You may transfer your booking to another person up to 14 days before the retreat, subject to approval.
Retreat Cancellation by Organiser • If the retreat is cancelled by the organiser, a full refund will be provided.
• The organiser is not responsible for flights or personal travel expenses. Travel Insurance
• Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover unforeseen circumstances.
Jeevi
Known as The Laughing Chef, is a plant-based and raw vegan chef and laughter-yoga facilitator trained across California, Nepal, Bali, Thailand, and Vietnam. Winner of the Hot Raw Chef People’s Choice Award, he creates nourishing gluten-free meals that uplift and energise. He has cooked at leading retreats including Happy Buddha and Yanada, spent seven years sharing Laughter Yoga at Lost Paradise Festival, and now brings his joyful food and energy to Billabong Retreat.
Follow me @laughing.chef
Indulge in warm, nourishing, authentic Himalayan cuisine infused with love and laughter, catered by everyone’s favourite Laughing Chef.
Limited spaces available.
Reserve your spot now and gift yourself the transformation you know you deserve.…
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