An Away Meditation Retreat – The Bliss of Inner Peace

Meditations for Inner Peace & Well-being

Escape to a peaceful Retreat, in the secluded environment of Melody Hill Retreat, Magaliesberg.

Spend a relaxing weekend away with gentle periods of silence. Learn meditations and techniques to let go of stress, worry and anxiety, find inner peace, and a sense of well-being. Begin your journey today.  

Whether you’re a beginner or simply want to enjoy a retreat, the programme is structured to help you refresh your mind through meditation.

Includes teachings, guided meditations, vegetarian meals and access to tea and coffee when ever you wish.

There will be periods of gentle silence as well as opportunities to enjoy meaningful conversation and the beauty of the surroundings.

About the Venue:

Melody Hill is a country estate set in a secluded pecan-nut orchard, nestled in a beautiful valley teeming with birds and indigenous plant life.

Just an hour away from Johannesburg, Melody Hill is a popular getaway – your home away from home. Come and experience a unique setting in harmony with its stunning environment!

About the Teacher:

As a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, Gen Kelsang Mila is a modern day Kadampa Nun and the resident teacher of Vajrapani Kadampa Buddhist Centre. She has been a student of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for many years and ordained for sixteen years.

Her teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life.

Programme 

Melody Hill 30th October – 1st November 2026 

Friday 30th October

16:00 – 17:30 Check in

18:00 – 19:15 Supper

19:30 – 20:30 Introduction

Saturday 31st

07:00 – 08:30   Breakfast

09:00 – 10:15  Teaching & Guided Meditation

10:15 – 11:45  Tea & coffee

11:45 – 13:00   Teaching & Guided Meditation

13:00 – 14:00   Vegetarian lunch

16:00 – 17:00   A walk in nature

17:30 – 18:15   Sunset Meditation

Supper 18:30 – 19:15

19: 30 – 20:30  Q & A Session

Sunday 1st November

08:00 – 09:00   Breakfast

09:00 – 10:00   Guided Meditation session

10:00 – 10:45   Tea and coffee

11:00 – 12:15   Final Session with Prayers for World Peace

12:30  – 13:30  Lets wrap everything up with a lovely Sunday lunch

During the breaks

Between retreat sessions take time to relax and carry your experience of peace in the following ways:

• enjoy the tranquility of your surroundings (bring your binoculars)
• connect and discuss with like-minded people
• tea and coffee will be served in the break time
• explore the bookstore and gift shop

Tickets / Price :

Single Rooms: SOLD OUT

Double Room: (2 in a room) en suite bathroom. Room must be booked as a couple. R4 500 pp, all inclusive. ONE DOUBLE ROOM LEFT.

Ladies Shared Room A: SOLD OUT

Ladies Shared Room B: SOLD OUT

Refund Policy: no refund is possible post 15th October.