Signature experience
Temple Stays & Meditation Retreats
A working forest monastery as your weekend retreat.
The story
Several of Sri Lanka's forest monasteries open quietly to lay practitioners for 3–10 night stays. We arrange introductions, transport, and pre-retreat briefings so you arrive prepared, with a private debrief at the end.
- From
- From £350 (donation basis)
- Duration
- 3–10 nights
Inclusions
What's included
- Introduction to a working forest monastery
- Pre-retreat briefing with a Buddhist scholar
- Private transfers in and out
- Optional teacher-led private session
- Recovery night at a luxury hotel
Best for
Where this works best
Answers
Temple Stays & Meditation Retreats: questions, answered.
Can foreigners attend a Sri Lankan meditation retreat?+
Yes — several monasteries welcome lay practitioners, with prior arrangement.
Do I need to be Buddhist?+
No — the practice is open to all, though sincere intent is required.
