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‘Silence is for the Soul is what food is for the Body’ Immerse yourself in the simplicity of silence at Bodhi Khaya’s 4 Day Silent Retreat from 9 – 13 April 2026. This retreat offers you a precious opportunity to step away from the chaos of daily life and reconnect with your inner essence through the practice of silence. Join us for 4 days of genuine self-reflection and gentle relaxation, nestled in the beautiful landscape that Bodhi Khaya offers, Embrace the quiet, journey inward, and attune to the whispers of nature in our eco-spiritual sanctuary. Be guided through an optional daily schedule that includes meditation, yoga flow, breathwork, guided silent nature walks, evening restorative yoga, and soul-nourishing mindful meals. You’ll also have ample free time for rest, renewal, and contemplation. Bodhi Khaya provides a nurturing space for deep introspection, cradled by the wild and peaceful natural environment. Spend your days wandering through nature, reading in the library, resting under the shade of a tree, swimming in our fresh water dam, or soaking up the benefits of our wood-fired sauna. Gift yourself this opportunity to fill your cup with the soul-nourishment that silent time spent in nature offers. All included (and optional): 4 Daily Meditation sessions Teacher guidance and support Daily Yoga & Breathwork (Flow & Restorative) 3 Soul Nourishing Meals per day Spring water from the taps Complimentary tea, coffee, fruit and rusks Chi Kung Guided Silent Nature Walks Evening Talks Access to swimming dams and hiking trails Access to our wood fired sauna Fireplaces in all our indoor spaces Time for walking and exploring Time for rest and renewal Due to the silent nature of the retreat, we are offering single occupancy only. We are offering an EARLY BIRD discount until 1 March *Please note that if you would like a massage, please add it as an optional extra below. No massages will be available unless booked before the time. On Noble Silence The practice of Noble Silence means to refrain from all outward communication through both speaking and body language. We ask that all those who attend commit to holding this powerful silent container. None of the sessions and activities are compulsory, yet we hold the silence with the strongest integrity. Unlike some other practices of Noble Silence, reading and writing is permitted. On Phones and Devices Please note that NO phones or electronic devices (besides Kindles) are permitted in public spaces. This will be monitored strictly, for the benefit of all participants. This retreat is an opportunity to detox from technology, and so and we strongly suggest that you make arrangements to switch off your phone. There will be the option to hand in your phone to us, and you are welcome to give your loved ones our contact number, so should they need to get hold of you, we will inform you immediately. Our phone will be closely monitored at all times for this reason. After the week, we guarantee you will thank yourself for making the commitment to digitally detox! If you do need to keep your phone, this must be on silent at all times, and phone alarms will also not be allowed. On Meditation This is not a meditation retreat as much as it is a silent retreat. We offer 4, mostly unguided, meditation sessions per day, all optional. We will not be teaching a specific style of mediation, giving you the space to continue with your current practice. Each session will be a combination of sitting and walking meditation, or sitting only, depending on the instructor. You are always welcome to sit the whole time. For those new to meditation and who would like to learn, meditation instruction, support and guidance is available.