An Away Meditation Retreat – The Bliss of Inner Peace

Meditations for Inner Peace & Well-being

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

Spend a relaxing weekend away, 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.

During the breaks 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 fourteen 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 :

Early Bird Booking Discount – FULL PMNT (ends 15th October)

Single Room: en suite bathroom, R4 700 pp, all inclusive

Double Room: (2 in a room) en suite bathroom. Room must be booked as a couple. R4 100 pp, all inclusive

Ladies Shared Room A: (2 rooms with 2 beds per room with a shared bathroom) R3 540 pp, all inclusive

Ladies Shared Room B: (1 large room with 4 beds) en suite bathroom R3 540 pp, all inclusive

To qualify for Early Bird, you need to pay the FULL Early Bird price by no later than 15 October.

 Refund Policy: Should you need to cancel your booking, 75% will be refunded up until 15th October. Thereafter no refund is possible.

Deposit Booking Option – 50% DEPOSIT on FULL price (ends 15th October)

Single Room: en suite bathroom, R2 500 deposit pp, all inclusive

Double Room: (2 in a room) en suite bathroom. Room must be booked as a couple. R2 250 deposit pp, all inclusive

Ladies Shared accommodation A: (2 rooms with 2 beds per room with a shared bathroom) R1 900 deposit pp, all inclusive

Ladies Shared accommodation B: (1 large room with 4 beds) en suite bathroom R1 900 deposit pp, all inclusive 

The Deposit Option applies until 15 October. This option allows you to pay half of the full price up front with the remainder due by 24th October.

 Refund Policy: Should you need to cancel your booking, 75% will be refunded up until 15th October 2026. Thereafter no refund is possible.