"A life changing experience"

(with the right balance between spiritual and fun).

While desperately needing a break from day-to-day life, and as a first-time solo traveler, I was looking for a yoga & meditation retreat that would allow me to unwind but maintain balance between the spiritual versus fun side of things.

The retreat met and exceeded all my expectations. I had an instant connection with the team of Mulia Manise Utama. I felt comfortable and was allowed to be my (purest) self. The variation between cultural trips (cooking class, jewelry making and, on my own request, speeding over the island on our motorbikes) versus the spiritual activities (early yoga & mediation, visiting local / undiscovered temples, attending the rituals and prayers) was so much fun, energizing, rough at times but all within a safe space & surrounding.

Not only was the retreat and its schedule adjusted daily to my own needs & wishes (and that of the other attendants), overall it felt so personal. There was room for time off or additional time together with the now so-called Bali Family. They all helped a lot in the struggles I took with me to Bali but also allowed me to just unwind and have a beer and “chill”.

The accommodations were breath taking; away from the “mainstream must-visits” from Bali, away from crowded cities and back to nature, mountains, waterfalls and rice fields. I loved the Glamping tents, but I was also offered a luxury villa (Bahari’s) for an extra night including a swimming pool. This helped to slowly “get adjusted” to daily life. Staff at all places were extremely friendly & helpful and made sure everything was to my liking.

I have no improvements on this beautiful retreat I had. I do advise those who are considering booking this retreat to be open for the experience and really determine what you’d like to get out of it. This will help you and the team of Mulia Manise Utama will make the best out of your experience!

Rose de Bruijn - Netherlands

Jeannette Jeannette Zialor Angama - France

In 2016 I visited Bali for the first time. I then stayed in a resort near Ubud. This time I got to know a completely different Bali.

Thanks to the welcoming and inspired guidance of Wayan Darma, founder of Mulia Manise Utama, for Yoga & Health, together with their team of local guides.

Mulia Manise Utama is located in the middle of nature surrounded by rice fields and looking out over the blue mountains on the horizon.

Flim Reydon - International Yoga & Meditation Teacher - Netherlands

II didn't feel like I was the 'tourist”, but I rather felt embraced by the ancient religion and Balinese Culture.

And then it all begins....: Bali gets under your skin.... You feel the impenetrability of the bamboo forests; you can smell the herbs, just growing by the side of the roads. You can see how the banana trees and pineapples grow and bloom. You see and feel how the Balinese experience their Hindu religion, and you experience that yourself.

First as a small step, and later it becomes increasingly clear to you,

This is not just a retreat; this is a personal transformation!

And there I went, backpacking for the first time! 4 weeks to Bali. Quite exciting, what will be happening in the coming weeks, who will I meet and what kind of adventures will I have. All these questions went through my head beforehand.

Fortunately, a friend of mine, David Kalalo, had given me the contact details of Mulia Manise Utama, So I contacted Wayan Darma and joined his Culture, Yoga and Meditation retreat for the first 6 days, together with Jeannette from France. I enjoyed every day together with Jeannette and Wayan Darma, the founder, private guide and private driver. After this marvelous start, I was able to start my Bali single traveler backpacking experience, with a Yamaha N-Max motor scooter.

Wayan Darma picked me up on arrival and that immediately felt familiar. We stopped at a typical local restaurant, which was already a great experience after traveling for 25 hours. I was welcomed in the beautiful Bahari Villas, surrounded by rice fields in Carangsari.

It felt just like a dream. I immediately left all my expectations and it felt so good and familiar after the first day. Everything was perfectly arranged until the last detail. Yoga & meditation in the morning, breakfast, then an activity together with Wayan as our guardian angel.

Every day I could choose from different means of transport: A bright green Vintage open VW, a motor scooter or the luxury car. They arrange everything according to your wishes and nothing was too crazy!! They know all the beautiful local spots, and this allows you to really experience what the real Balinese culture is. For me, my Bali experience could not have started better. Thank you so much for all the beautiful memories and see you soon!! Because I already fell in love with Bali.

Joris Vliegenthart - Netherlands

My retreat with Mulia Manise Utama was a combination of passionate commitment, freedom, reflecting on the small beauties and the beautiful Bali magic. Mulia Manise Utama and her team have a program to immerse you in the authentic Balinese culture and their Hinduism countryside lifestyle, the beautiful nature, create peace through yoga & meditation and stretch your comfort zone in the way that suits you. You are really included in their Bali Family, which is enjoyable!

My time with them, 2 years in a row now, always planted seeds to take steps for myself. The changes in my personal life in the period between my 2 visits are already so amazing! Truly magical

Thank you very much for all the support and beautiful moments Mulia Manise Utama and Team!

Charlotte Coenen - Belgium

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Traditional Balinese Wedding Blessings Ceremony

cULTURE, yOGA & mEDITATION rETREATS

Bali The Island of 1000 Temples
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