Design Your Own Wellness Retreat in Ubud: : Reconnect Mind, Body & Nature at Casa Pohon

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Oct 17
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Updated: Oct 30

There’s something in the air when you arrive in Ubud, a softness, a sense of possibility, and a whisper that rests are allowed. More than a destination, Ubud has become a sanctuary for those who believe wellness doesn’t need to be rigid or regimented. It’s not about following a schedule. It’s about listening, choosing, and moving at the pace your body remembers.

At Casa Pohon, we don’t ask you to conform to any retreat program. Instead, we invite you to design your own: drawing from yoga, healing rituals, slow meals, restorative calm, and mindful living. Over these next sections, we’ll walk you through how to shape your personal wellness stay in Ubud and why Casa Pohon is the kind of place where it all feels natural, not forced.

Morning Rituals: Yoga & Movement

There’s no better place to start your wellness journey than with movement that syncs you back to your body. In Ubud, yoga isn’t just a class, it’s a way of connecting breath with the land. Mornings are soft, the air is cool, and light filters gently through the jungle canopy.

Whether you prefer joining a collective flow in a bamboo shala or practicing privately with the sound of the river nearby, this is where movement turns meditative.

Recommended Yoga Centers in Ubud:

The Yoga Barn – The heart of Ubud’s yoga scene. A soulful space offering sunrise meditations, ecstatic dance, and a variety of yoga styles in open-air shalas surrounded by trees.
Radiantly Alive – Known for its exceptional teachers and intimate classes that blend strength with mindfulness. A place where travelers often find both challenge and community.
Ubud Yoga Centre – Sleek and modern with panoramic river views. Offers dynamic vinyasa, hot yoga, and aerial classes for those who prefer a contemporary twist on tradition.
Intuitive Flow Yoga Studio – Perched above the Campuhan Ridge, this serene studio offers peaceful morning flows with a sweeping jungle view — ideal for meditative practice.
Taksu Yoga & Movement Arts – Nestled in a lush garden behind Ubud’s main street, Taksu offers gentle restorative sessions and breathwork classes, perfect for rainy mornings.

Traveler’s Tip: If you’re staying at Casa Pohon, you can enjoy the same tranquility right at home. Private yoga sessions with local instructors can be arranged in your villa, whether it’s flowing in Kelana’s spacious living room or stretching on the terrace in Renjana.

Healing the Body: Spas & Wellness Rituals

In Ubud, wellness is not a luxury, it’s a rhythm of life. Amid rice terraces and jungle whispers, spa rituals become a sacred act of slowing down and returning to yourself. Here, every massage is infused with intention, every scent of frangipani and lemongrass a reminder to breathe deeper.

From humble family-run spas to world-class sanctuaries, Ubud offers countless ways to heal the body and quiet the mind. Whether you’re seeking a quick release after a long flight or an entire day of bliss, each treatment reflects the island’s soul: warm, intuitive, and deeply nurturing.

Recommended Spas & Healing Sanctuaries in Ubud:

Inka Spa – A hidden gem known for its warm Balinese hospitality and exceptional traditional massages. Perfect for solo travelers looking for genuine connection and relaxation.
Karsa Spa – Set amid rice fields in the village of Bangkiang Sidem, this serene retreat combines nature walks with healing therapies and flower baths, a must-visit for those who want the full Ubud experience.
Fivelements Retreat Bali – A world-renowned wellness sanctuary by the Ayung River, offering rejuvenating spa rituals, healing therapies, and plant-based cuisine in a deeply spiritual setting.
Maya Ubud Spa – Famous for its riverside couple’s treatments overlooking the Petanu River Valley. The setting alone feels like a ceremony of love and stillness.
Tjampuhan Spa – Built within a natural rock gorge, its sacred water pools and open-air pavilions create a uniquely grounding experience for those who wish to reconnect with the elements.

Traveler’s Tip: If you prefer something more personal, you can book a private massage directly at your Casa Pohon’s villa. Enjoy a moment of bliss while stay close to nature and let the jungle cradle your peace.

Melukat: Cleansing the Spirit in Sacred Waters

No wellness retreat in Ubud is complete without experiencing melukat, a traditional Balinese water purification ritual meant to cleanse the mind, body, and spirit. Rooted in centuries-old Hindu practice, melukat is more than symbolic cleansing; it’s a deeply spiritual act of letting go, forgiveness, and renewal.

During the ritual, a Balinese priest (mangku) guides you through prayers and offerings before you enter the sacred waters. As the spring flows over your head and body, you release what no longer serves you: old fears, sadness, or tension, and invite balance back into your life.

For travelers, this is often the most emotional and memorable part of their time in Ubud. It’s not about religion, it’s about presence, surrender, and gratitude.

Recommended Melukat Sites in & Around Ubud:

Tirta Empul Temple (Tampaksiring) – The most iconic melukat site, where sacred springs bubble from the earth. Best visited early morning for a quiet, reflective experience.
Pura Mengening (near Tirta Empul) – A less-crowded alternative with pristine waters and ancient stone carvings. The energy here feels peaceful and intimate.
Pura Tirta Sudamala (Bangli) – Known for its strong healing flow, surrounded by rice fields and jungle; perfect for those seeking a more private setting.
Sebatu Holy Water Temple – A hidden gem north of Ubud, ideal for travelers looking for a more off-the-beaten-path purification.

Tip for Travelers: Dress modestly, bring a sarong, and let a local guide or mangku lead your ritual. Afterward, take time to rest, enjoy a quiet tea or journal about what surfaced. The cleansing continues long after you leave the temple.

Deep Healing at TAO Medicine Ubud

Not all healing happens on the surface. In Ubud, where the land hums with quiet energy, some seekers are drawn to experiences that reach beyond muscle relaxation, into balance, alignment, and renewal of the inner flow. That’s where TAO Medicine Ubud stands apart.

More than a spa, TAO is a space where ancient wisdom meets modern science. Their team of expert practitioners blends Traditional Chinese Medicine with physiotherapy, offering treatments that address both the seen and unseen layers of the self. Through acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, and herbal remedies, each session works to realign your body’s natural energy pathways, a recalibration for those feeling uncentered or fatigued by modern life. Many guests describe the experience as “coming home to the body,” where deep physical release and emotional clarity arise together.

As Casa Pohon’s official wellness partner, our guests can book private sessions at TAO Medicine directly through our concierge. We also provide complimentary return transport for any appointment, making it effortless to integrate this transformative experience into your stay.

If Ubud is a sanctuary for the soul, TAO Medicine is its quiet heartbeat, a place where healing becomes art, and every breath brings you closer to balance.

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Conscious Dining: Nourishing from Within

In Ubud, food is more than fuel, it’s part of the healing. Between morning yoga and afternoon spa, travelers gather around wooden tables, sharing colorful, plant-based dishes or sipping fresh herbal tonics that feel like medicine for the soul.

Dining here is slow. You’ll notice it in the way time stretches: how conversations linger, how the smell of lemongrass tea mixes with the jungle air. It’s not about counting calories or chasing detox trends; it’s about returning to what’s simple, pure, and real.

Recommended Conscious Dining Spots in Ubud:

Alchemy Ubud – Bali’s pioneering raw and vegan café. Their smoothie bowls, raw chocolate, and salad bar are favorites for travelers who want to nourish lightly yet fully.
Zest Ubud – A plant-forward restaurant celebrating local ingredients with global creativity. Their menu brings together flavors of Bali with a playful spirit, all in a space overlooking the Campuhan ridge.
Sage Ubud – A cozy spot for wholesome vegetarian comfort food, where every meal feels homemade and the community vibe keeps people coming back.
Moksa Ubud – A peaceful garden restaurant and permaculture space. Try their tempeh satay or jackfruit curry made with vegetables harvested steps from your table.

Traveler’s Tip: Guests at Casa Pohon can also enjoy mindful dining without leaving the villa, from floating breakfasts by the pool to in-villa dinners featuring local ingredients and herbal teas.

Healing Retreat Ubud: Sound, Spirit & Stillness

As the day slows, Ubud begins to hum with a different kind of rhythm: softer, slower, almost sacred. The air carries the distant echo of gamelan, and the smell of incense drifts through narrow streets. This is the time when travelers turn inward, drawn to experiences that nurture something deeper than the body.

Sound healing, meditation, and breathwork are woven into Ubud’s daily life. You’ll find sessions held in candlelit bamboo halls, open gardens, or temples surrounded by jungle. Each practice is an invitation to listen, not just to sound, but to silence, and to the spaces between your thoughts.

Recommended Places for Sound Healing & Meditation in Ubud:

Pyramids of Chi – An architectural and energetic landmark in Ubud. Inside two massive pyramids, sound healers use gongs, drums, and ancient frequencies to guide you into deep meditative states.
Shala Bali – A peaceful retreat space surrounded by rice paddies, offering yoga, meditation, and sound therapy sessions in harmony with the elements.
Ubud Yoga Center – Beyond yoga, this riverside sanctuary hosts sound bath evenings and mindfulness workshops for travelers seeking balance and inner clarity.
Yoga Barn – A cultural hub of spiritual exploration offering daily sound healing, ecstatic dance, and meditation circles, ideal for those craving both stillness and community.
The Seeds of Life – A raw food café with a hidden studio upstairs, where visitors can join breathwork and meditation sessions after a nourishing meal.

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Where to Stay: Your Wellness Home in Ubud

In Ubud, where the forest hums softly and time seems to dissolve, the place you stay becomes part of your healing itself. The right space doesn’t just host your retreat, it shapes it. The architecture, the scent of rain on wood, the morning light filtering through the trees, they all conspire to bring you back into rhythm with yourself.

At Casa Pohon Ubud, every villa was designed with that intention. Built entirely from natural wood and surrounded by jungle, each corner invites you to slow down, breathe deeper, and listen inward. The space itself becomes a guide, reminding you that stillness can be nourishing, and beauty can be medicine.

This November, stay three nights or more and receive a complimentary Balinese massage, a gentle invitation to rest deeper into your journey.

Let Casa Pohon hold you the way the jungle holds its trees: quietly, patiently, with care. Begin your retreat not with effort, but with ease and remember what it feels like to simply be.

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