A culturally immersive wellness retreat
A culturally immersive wellness retreat
Join us from Nov 11 to 17th, 2024
Gopeng Riverstones, Perak, Malaysia
5 spots available, starts at $2300.
Payment Plans available.
This cultural retreat was created out of an idea that Huili and I had when we started planning a ‘yoga’ retreat in 2019. With time to think and plan, we realized that we needed to create a retreat that centered ‘local’ culture.
The thing is, the word ‘local’ in Malaysia is a term that has been politically weaponized to take land rights away from the Indigenous people. So as a Malaysian and Singaporean, we understood what we needed to do as yoga teachers and practitioners - and that was to create a retreat that centered a decolonized local culture.
So we contacted Gerimis, a grassroots organization whose ongoing work uplifts the crafts and wisdom of the Orang Asli people and asked if we could uplift their mission through this retreat. And, we’re so glad they said yes.
With both of us having cultural roots, family and friends in Malaysia - we invited our friends and family who wanted to share this mission with us.
Because of this, we hold the Cultural Retreat at an eco-resort called Gopeng Riverstones, built by Huili’s brother himself. Fun fact, you’ll see Huili’s family members helping us with making this first retreat a memorable success!
We invited our friend and home-chef, Sumathi along with her sister and Bharatanatyam teacher, Logeswari to share their art and wisdom with us through cooking and dance.
Our hope for the retreat is for folks to join us and experience a retreat that will inspire them with an embodied experience of decolonization as they continue on their wellness journey.
RETREAT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
Fresh ingredients, locally cooked
Locally cooked by Putri (a village local) breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between. We’re big on food in Malaysia, so best bet you won’t be hangry.
Royal Belum State Park
Also a UNESCO heritage site, a certified guide will be bringing us on a day trip where we will visit the Temiar Tribe and swim by the waterfall with fishies.
Local hidden gems
Our daily activities are planned as opportunities to engage with the locals. Whether it’s through the neighborhood market, dance, yoga or walks by the river - there will be something for everyone.
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I took a little trip around the world a few weeks back and it was a much needed shift in speed, energy, perspective, and things I’m probably not aware of yet.
MISSI R.
Video and Photo credit: Jihan Fakhirah
Pricing starts at $2000 and includes
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Transport to and from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport is included. We highly recommending arriving a day before so that you will feel less tired.
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All rooms will have air conditioning, WiFi, towels and will include room cleaning services.
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We are very proud of our food here. Meals include pre-breakfast, breakfast, lunch, dinner. Snacks, Hot and cold water are available anytime in the main house. Please inform us of your allergies and dietary preferences because we’d like to make sure to plan accordingly.
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The only activity not included is bodywork. Prices for bodywork is between RM100 - RM150 (equivalent to USD 20 - USD 30)
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Props such as blocks, mats and straps are included.
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Available and free to use. We do have to say that being tucked into the forest, it can get spotty sometimes.
Private Cabin w/ private deck
Can be for individual or double occupancy
$2500 per person (2 cabins available)
* payment plans available
+ Faces the eco-pool
+ Private Upper Deck Patio
+ Upper deck Personal Kitchenette
+ Outdoor shower
+ Single King or Double Beds
Private Room
For individual occupancy
$2300 per person (2 rooms available)
*payment plans available
+ Air conditioned
+ Indoor shower
+ Single King
Deluxe Cabin
Can be for individual or double occupancy
SOLD OUT
$2500 per person
* payment plans available
+ Faces the eco-pool
+ Indoor Personal Kitchenette
+ Outdoor shower
+ King bed
FAQs
+ How much is the deposit?
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to book your spot.
+ Are payment plans available?
Payment plans are available and required to be completed a week before the retreat date starts.
+ Do I need a visa to enter Malaysia?
To see if your country requires a passport, please visit this link
+ Will there be spa services?
Traditional Malay Bodywork by the village masseuse, lovingly known as Opah, is provided on site at an additional cost between RM100 - RM150 (around USD 20 - USD 40)
Deposit is non-refundable and flights are not included in the price of the retreat.
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