Buddhist Detox Retreat – Melbourne | Residential 1-2 AUG 2026
Date and Time
Saturday, August 1-Sunday, August 2 • 9 AM-5 PM
Location
About this retreat
Step beyond distractions and rediscover inner peace through mindfulness, reflection, and timeless Buddhist wisdom.
Amid the busyness of modern life, many people find themselves searching for something deeper—a sense of clarity, peace, and genuine fulfilment. The Buddhist Detox Retreat Series offers a rare opportunity to step away from distractions and reconnect with your true nature.
Guided by timeless Buddhist wisdom, this retreat invites you on a journey of self-reflection and mindful awareness. Through meditation, contemplation, and practical teachings, you will explore how your thoughts, perceptions, and habits shape your experience of life.
As we learn to observe the world more clearly through our senses and understand the patterns of the mind, we begin to cultivate greater freedom, balance, and inner peace. This is not about escaping life, but about seeing it more deeply and living it more fully.
Whether you are new to Buddhist practice or simply seeking space to reflect, this retreat offers a supportive environment to pause, look within, and awaken to who you truly are.
Cost
$250 for each attendee.
Cost is for the venue and meals. If you’re experiencing difficulty covering the full cost, please feel free to reach out to us. We’re happy to discuss options with you.
✅ Refunds available up to 3 days before the event.
✅ Eventbrite’s ticketing fees are non-refundable (approx. $5 per person).
Registrations
Registrations close on 29th July 2026. In-person only. Please register via
Speakers
The retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dr. Mahinda Thero and Ven. Hemaloka Thero from Jethavanarama monastery. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats, seminars, workshops etc across Australia and around the world (New Zealand, Singapore, UK, Ireland, Finland, Italy, South Korea, Dubai, Israel)
Ven. Dr. Mahinda Thero:
Ven. Dr Mahinda thero was a former research scientist at the Australian National University with a PhD from ANU, is now dedicated to helping many people around the world, find inner peace and overcome problems such as stress, anxiety, addiction etc.
Ven. Hemaloka Thero:
In 2019, despite a successful career as an engineer and Technical Team Lead, Hemaloka Thero chose to leave worldly life in search of deeper fulfillment. He ordained at Jethavanarama Buddhist Monastery and dedicated himself to the Buddha’s teachings. Today, he shares Dhamma wisdom worldwide, offering insights for finding clarity and freedom in life.
More Info
Lasika- 0414 211 475
Jithmi- 0435 033 391
Email – info@ministryofnirvana.org.au