Frequently Asked Questions

Solo travel offers women a rare opportunity to step outside daily roles and rediscover who they are beyond routines and responsibilities. It is a journey of self-trust, freedom and transformation—one that builds confidence from the inside out.

1. It reconnects you with your inner voice
When women travel alone, they have the space to listen to their own rhythm. Without outside expectations, decisions come from intuition rather than obligation. This sense of agency strengthens self-awareness and self-respect—core elements of lasting wellness.

2. It cultivates independence and confidence
Solo travel reminds women of their own capability. Each choice—from booking a flight to exploring a new environment—becomes an act of empowerment. Many guests describe returning home with renewed self-belief and a deeper understanding of what truly brings them joy.

3. It allows for real rest and renewal
Travelling alone gives permission to rest deeply, to rise when you wish, eat when you’re hungry, and move at your own pace. It is a chance to slow down and care for your body and mind without distraction or pressure to please others.

4. It invites authentic connection
Paradoxically, being alone often leads to deeper connection. On a women’s retreat, solo travellers meet others who share similar intentions—to heal, to grow, to begin again. These friendships form naturally through shared experiences and become a meaningful part of the journey.

5. It becomes an act of self-love
For many women, travelling alone is more than an adventure—it is a declaration of self-worth. It says, I am enough on my own. In that space of independence and reflection, profound healing and clarity often unfold.

Bali has a unique blend of healing energy, natural beauty, and spiritual depth. It’s a place where many women feel safe to let go, reflect, and grow. Solo wellness retreats like Goddess Retreats offer a structured yet soulful space to reconnect with yourself, meet like-minded women, and return home transformed.

Yoga classes, healing ceremonies, cooking classes, temple visits, and guided nature tours are perfect for solo women. Many women also come to Bali for wellness retreats, where everything from daily yoga and spa treatments to meals and airport pickups are taken care of making solo travel feel easy and rewarding.

Popular and well-developed areas such as Ubud, Seminyak, and Canggu are ideal for solo travelers. They offer safe accommodations, walkable areas, great food, wellness activities, and supportive communities. For extra peace of mind, staying at women-only retreats like Goddess Retreats ensures a secure, nurturing environment designed for solo travelers.

Know that Bali is well-traveled, English is widely spoken, and solo-friendly accommodations are plentiful. Be mindful of traffic when walking or riding scooters, avoid unlicensed taxis, and always carry a copy of your passport and travel insurance. Staying in areas like Ubud or Seminyak offers a balance of culture, convenience, and comfort.

Yes. All guests are required to have valid travel insurance to join a Goddess Retreat. It’s an important part of preparing for your journey and ensures peace of mind in case of unexpected changes, travel delays, or medical needs during your trip.

Your policy should include coverage for trip cancellation, travel interruptions, and emergency medical care. We also recommend checking that your plan includes wellness or retreat activities. Having travel insurance helps you relax and fully enjoy your retreat experience, knowing you’re supported and protected from the moment you begin your travels.

Yes — Goddess Retreats is one of the best choices in the world for solo female travel. Around 80% of our guests join the retreat on their own, and quickly discover how effortless it feels to travel solo while being fully supported.

Our women’s retreats are designed to help you connect with yourself and with like-minded women from around the world. You’ll enjoy shared experiences, daily wellness activities, and plenty of personal time — all within a safe, caring, and uplifting environment.

Many of our guests form lifelong friendships during their stay and leave feeling inspired, confident, and reconnected. Whether it’s your first solo trip or your tenth, Goddess Retreats offers a welcoming sanctuary where you can travel alone and never feel alone.

Goddess Retreats is designed as an adult women’s retreat experience, and most of our guests are in their late 20s through early 50s. We welcome women of all ages who feel drawn to rest, reconnect, and renew in a supportive environment.

Younger guests are also welcome when accompanied by a mother or female family member. They can join if they are comfortable in an adult-oriented setting and can appreciate the reflective, healing pace of the retreat.

Each program is created to meet women wherever they are on their journey — whether discovering wellness for the first time or deepening a long-held practice of self-care and growth.

Many of our guests enjoy spending extra time in Bali and we are always happy to assist you with suggestions for Pre or Post Retreat arrangements. You can simply send us an email with any information you need. Enjoy your preparations for a holiday of a life time and we look forward to welcoming your soon!

Most of our guests enjoy the retreat to explore the great health benefits of taking a break from alcohol as part of their commitment to wellness. For the comfort of all our guests, we prefer if our guests do not consume alcohol while on the retreat premises. We believe all things are great in moderation, and if you wish to enjoy a few drinks while out and about in Bali, we respect your personal choice.

As this is mostly an all-inclusive retreat, the only things you will need to pay for are personal incidentals, shopping, tips and the 2 meals that are not included in the retreat package (to allow you to explore the fabulous restaurants nearby). Cash is still widely used in Bali especially in markets, smaller shops and cafes. If you wish to go shopping during your stay in Bali, there are many ATMs and money changers nearby which our guides are happy to help you access. Plus, most larger shops and restaurants have credit card facilities.

Expensive Jewellery: Our itinerary is full of activities. It’s very easy to lose jewllery or valuables when travelling, so it’s best to leave these at home. Warm jumpers and winter coats: Bali’s weather is far too hot for typical winter clothing. In fact, given it’s location close to the equator, Bali doesn’t experience winter weather – so leave heavy clothing at home. Beach towels and Yoga Mats: We will supply these for you.

Expect a mix of energy healing, sound baths, unlimited SPA, breathwork, guided meditation, and traditional rituals.

Our Healing Goddess Retreat offers a rich variety of authentic Balinese and Javanese spiritual healing experiences, allowing each woman to reconnect with her inner self through sacred cultural and holistic practices.

Guests are invited to take part in Balinese temple blessings, Tirta Empul water purification ceremonies, and Tridesna Malukat rituals, all facilitated by experienced local priests and healers. We also offer Javanese energy purification, Hindu Vedic numerology, and chakra and aura cleansing to harmonise your energy and restore balance.

Many guests are drawn to our traditional Balinese healer, known for combining palm readings, deep tissue therapy, herbal remedies, and intuitive energy work — much like the beloved healer featured in Eat, Pray, Love.

Every experience is guided with cultural respect and personal care, so you can connect intuitively with the healers and practices that resonate most deeply with your spiritual path.

Absolutely. Many solo travelers join healing retreats in Seminyak, which offer airport transfers, secure accommodations, and a supportive community.

Your retreat experience is thoughtfully curated, so full customization isn’t available. However, you can personalize your stay by choosing from our wide range of Bliss Activities, allowing you to enjoy what resonates most with you.

A healing retreat can mean many things to different women, but at its heart, it’s a journey of coming home to yourself. It’s about feeling safe within your own body, releasing past emotional wounds or physical stress, and gently guiding your system back into balance.

At Goddess Retreats, our Healing Goddess program offers a holistic approach to transformation — a nervous system reset on a spiritual level. Through wellness practices, spa therapies, and sessions with a variety of traditional and alternative holistic healers, you’ll reconnect with your higher self and rediscover your natural state of peace, vitality, and joy.

Guests are encouraged to follow their intuition and work with the healers who feel right for them. Nourishing holistic meals, gentle movement, and sacred rest all support the body in returning to homeostasis — a place of harmony, self-love, and renewed energy.

This is more than an escape; it’s a transformative realignment that restores emotional balance, physical vitality, and spiritual connection.

Yes — many women attend Goddess Retreats on their own, and our Healing Goddess Retreat is designed to be a safe and supportive environment for solo travellers.

We understand that travelling solo can feel daunting at first, which is why our retreat hosts and property team are always available to assist you throughout your stay. You’ll be warmly welcomed from the moment you arrive and cared for by a team who ensures you feel comfortable, connected, and at ease.

Our retreats are small and community-oriented, creating an atmosphere where solo travellers quickly form meaningful friendships. We also have on-site security and private drivers to ensure your peace of mind.

Joining a healing retreat solo is a beautiful opportunity to reconnect with yourself — and you’ll never feel alone in the company of other like-minded women.

A healing retreat can be one of the most effective ways to recover from chronic stress, burnout, and emotional exhaustion. Our Healing Goddess Retreat is designed to help calm the nervous system, restore deep rest, and bring your body and mind back into balance.

Through a blend of holistic therapies, restorative yoga, spa treatments, and energy-healing sessions, guests experience what we call a nervous system reset—a return to feeling grounded, calm, and centred. Our wellness cuisine and gentle movement practices also support better sleep, hormone balance, and energy renewal, making the retreat especially beneficial for women experiencing fatigue, anxiety, or menopause-related stress.

Beyond physical relaxation, each retreat offers emotional and spiritual healing—helping you reconnect with your inner peace, restore vitality, and leave with tools to maintain balance in everyday life.

Yes! Our Ubud Healing Retreat immerses you in authentic Balinese traditions, including a sacred water purification ritual at Tirta Empul Temple, blessings with local Balinese healers, and enriching cultural workshops that connect you to the island’s deep spiritual heritage.

Goddess Retreats stands out as one of the best healing retreats in Bali because it combines authentic Balinese healing traditions with modern holistic wellness practices in an all-inclusive sanctuary designed exclusively for women.

Ubud is known as the spiritual heart of Bali, surrounded by lush rice fields, sacred temples, and serene jungle landscapes. It’s home to traditional Balinese healers, purification temples, and holistic wellness centers, making it an ideal destination for deep rest and spiritual growth.

Not at all. This is your time, and there are no “shoulds” on retreat. You can join in as many experiences as you like, or simply spend your days resting, reflecting, or moving gently at your own pace.

While we provide a beautiful schedule of daily offerings, there is never any expectation to do it all. You’re free to drift in and out of activities as you feel called. Everything is designed to give you space — to listen to yourself, to rest deeply, and to let your retreat unfold naturally.

Absolutely. In fact, most of our guests join us on their own. Goddess Retreats was created as a sanctuary for women to travel solo with confidence. Our women’s retreats are a place where you can arrive as you are and feel instantly at ease.

From the moment you’re greeted at the airport, you’ll be cared for by our team and supported within a small, welcoming community of like-minded women. Whether you crave solitude, meaningful conversation, or shared laughter over dinner, you’ll find the perfect balance of privacy and connection.

Many of our guests tell us their solo retreat became one of the most empowering and healing experiences of their lives. It’s a rare opportunity to put yourself first, rediscover your inner voice, and return home renewed, inspired, and deeply centered in who you are.

Pack with comfort, simplicity, and ease in mind. Choose light, breathable clothing made from natural fabrics that let you move freely during yoga, spa, and cultural activities. A swimsuit, sunhat, and sandals are perfect for poolside relaxation or temple visits, while a light shawl or scarf is handy for blessings and modesty in sacred spaces.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated, and any personal medications or supplements you may need.

Hairdryers, robes, and toiletries are provided, so you can travel light. Most importantly, come with an open heart and a curious spirit—the true essentials for any women’s wellness retreat.

Choosing the right retreat begins with listening to where you are in your life right now. Ask yourself what your heart and body are craving most — rest, inspiration, healing, or a deeper sense of connection. Each of our Goddess Retreats is thoughtfully designed to meet women at different stages of their journey.

If you long to reconnect with your inner peace and restore your energy, our Wellness Goddess Retreat offers a nurturing space for reflection, healing, and spiritual renewal. For those drawn to movement and vitality, our Pilates, or Fitness Retreats bring the joy of physical strength and mindful balance. If you’re ready for transformation on a deeper level, our Healing Goddess Retreat combines traditional Balinese therapies with holistic wellness to help you release, realign, and renew.

No matter which retreat you choose, every experience is guided by the same intention — to help you feel more like yourself again. From private villas and daily rituals to our compassionate team who walk beside you throughout your stay, each retreat offers both structure and freedom, allowing your journey to unfold naturally.

When you choose the retreat that resonates with how you want to feel,  peaceful, strong, inspired, or whole,  you’ve already begun the path back to yourself.

Our retreat provide a peaceful environment and stress-reducing activities like yoga and meditation, improved physical health, mental clarity and emotional well-being and increased self-awareness.

Most retreats cater to various fitness levels, and you can usually choose activities that suit your abilities. 

Ubud wellness retreats offer a mix of adventure and spiritual healing, while Seminyak focuses on detox and self-care treatments.

Absolutely. Many guests come solo for self-care and personal growth. Retreats provide a safe, welcoming space where you can connect with like-minded people or enjoy peaceful solitude.

Our Bali wellness retreats include boutique accommodation, daily yoga and meditation sessions, unlimited SPA treatments, nourishing cuisine, and wellness workshops. Also offer cultural activities like temple visits, Balinese ceremonies, or nature excursions.

A Bali retreat is an all-inclusive wellness experience designed to help you relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect. At Goddess Retreats, you’ll enjoy yoga, spa rituals, nourishing meals, and cultural adventures in a safe, women-only environment perfect for solo travelers or friends seeking a transformative escape.

Yes! Many guests join Bali retreats solo. They’re safe, welcoming, and a great way to meet like-minded women while also enjoying personal time for self-reflection and relaxation.

A Bali retreat typically includes yoga, meditation, spa treatments, cultural experiences like temple visits, nourishing meals, and time to relax by the pool or explore the local area. It’s designed to help you reset your mind, body, and soul.

Choose Seminyak if you love the beach, modern comforts, and a mix of wellness with vibrant social life. Choose Ubud if you prefer a peaceful, cultural, and spiritual setting with lush greenery and traditional Balinese charm.

A Seminyak retreat blends wellness with modern Bali vibes. You’ll enjoy daily yoga and spa rituals while staying close to stylish cafés, boutique shopping, vibrant beach clubs, and breathtaking sunset spots. It’s perfect if you want both relaxation and a lively coastal atmosphere.

Our Ubud retreat includes boutique accommodations, daily yoga and meditation, spa rituals, wellness workshops, nourishing cuisine, adventure and cultural activities.

Pack light, breathable clothing, yoga wear, a swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes, and a reusable water bottle. Don’t forget sunscreen and insect repellent for outdoor adventures.

Yes! While we have a thoughtfully curated schedule, you’ll have plenty of free time to visit Ubud’s local markets, art galleries, and famous attractions like the Monkey Forest or Campuhan Ridge Walk.

Absolutely! Bali is one of the most welcoming destinations for women travelling alone. Our retreats provide secure accommodations, trusted staff, and a warm, supportive community, so you can fully relax and focus on your well-being.

Ubud is the cultural and spiritual heart of Bali. Surrounded by lush rice terraces, sacred temples, and serene jungle, it’s the perfect place to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and embrace a truly authentic Balinese experience.