19 – 26 APRIL 2026
7-Day Retreat ‘Balyani and the Unity of Being’
About the retreat
This will be the first of two back-to-back week long retreats at Mandali. There will be one day between the retreats to allow for a change over; guests are welcome to book into both retreats, if they wish. For those booking both weeks residentially at Mandali and wishing to stay on-site for the night between the two retreats, this can be arranged. Please email Neil for further information.
For those who love to dive deeply into the heart of the non-dual understanding, retreats offer an unprecedented opportunity: seven days with Rupert and friends, nestled in a beautiful location in nature, where we steep together in the peace of our true nature. Retreats gather us in the heart of being, where we spend our days in self-abidance, friendship and creativity.
Each day features guided meditation in which we rest in being, as being, as well as dialogue in which we discuss the non-dual understanding. Between gatherings, we enjoy three delicious vegetarian meals, where the love and understanding effortlessly transmits itself through friendship. In the evenings, we might relax with friends, watch a film together or celebrate through poetry and music.
Whether you seek peace, happiness, truth, love or freedom – or if you would simply like to reunite with old friends – retreats provide the priceless opportunity to taste your true nature in an atmosphere of kindness and beauty. The people you meet on retreat will quickly become your non-dual family, so please join us as we gather in the spirit of friendship to celebrate the unity of being.
At a glance
LIVESTREAM
This retreat will also be available to join via livestream for those unable to attend in person. The online format includes all main sessions of Rupert’s guided meditations and dialogues, two of the dialogue sessions will be integrated with Zoom to give livestream participants the opportunity to ask Rupert a question. All sessions are broadcast live from the venue and will also be recorded for replay during and after the retreat.
Supported tickets will be available upon application and will be available for application directly from the event page listed under Livestreams in the Events section of the website.
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This retreat will be held in English.
INCLUDED
- 7 nights accommodation
- Full board – lacto-vegetarian meals
- Course fee
- Fruits, Teas and filtered water
- Free use of Body Care Center facilities: sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, indoor heated swimming pool
- Discussion board to communicate prior, during and post retreat
NOT INCLUDED
- Flights to/from Malpensa International Airport
- Transfers to/from Mandali Retreat Centre
- Massage and Therapies at the Body Care Centre
Teachers
Rupert Spira
Get to Know
AGENDA
Arrival Day
Arrivals not earlier than 2 pm
2:00 – 6:00 pm Check-in
6:00 – 7:00 pm Dinner
7:45 – 9:00 pm Guided Meditation
Daily Schedule
7:30 – 8:30 am Guided Meditation
8:30 – 9:30 am Breakfast
11:30 – 12:30 am Guided Meditation
1:00 – 2:00 pm Lunch
4:30 – 6:30 pm Meditation & Dialogue
6:30 – 7:30 pm Dinner
Departure Day
8:00 – 9:00 am Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00 am Meditation & Dialogue
12:00 – 1.00 pm Lunch
End of Retreat Depart by 2 pm
PEACEFUL
PRACTICE ROOMS
Experienced & Established Teachers
3 Delicious Vegetarian Meals a Day
Tea & Fruits throughout the day
Welcoming & cosy Rooms
Yoga & Meditation
PROPS
Scenic
Hiking Trails
contemplative outdoor nooks
Body Care Centre
Massages
(at an extra cost)
magical permaculture gardens
Mandali was an incredible experience in a beautiful placE
I wish I’d spent more than 3 days there and truly hope to go back in the future. The rooms were very comfortable, the teachers were lovely, the food was delicious - I have absolutely no complaints and can’t say enough good things. Mandali was well worth the trip!
Kate Lessard
also happened to have discovered Self Love
“I came to Mandali to learn to be in the present moment. In the end, not only did I find what I was looking for, but I also happened to have discovered Self Love, and found my Inner Trust.”
Vera
give oneself the sweetest gift of self-care
“I recommend this experience to anyone looking to slow down, reconnect in beautiful surroundings filled with attention to detail, and to give oneself the sweetest gift of self-care.”
Luisa
Being at Mandali allowed me to calm down
“Being at Mandali allowed me to calm down and quiet my thinking mind. The calmness allowed me to realise how grateful I am about everything in my life.”
IRIS
Mandali felt like coming home
“Mandali felt like coming home and it made me open up so much and learn more about myself and others around me. Thank you so much for opening this part of me.”
GAIKY
I learned that silence is very treasurable
“I came to Mandali to reconnect and maybe even find myself again. During my stay, I learned that silence is very treasurable, and with it, I could finally hear what my inner voice was saying.”
WV
You can let go of layers, and find such a peaceful side of yourself
“Your generosity, your kindness and your warm smiles are the cherries on the cake. Being here means living life to the fullest in every single moment. You can let go of layers, and find such a peaceful side of yourself. Go silent, sit still, let it move you and take that ride.”
