Pa Pae Meditation Retreat
Located between Chiang Mai and Pai
Practice meditation and learn wisdom with monks
3 Day Structured Retreat
We currently offer two styles of retreat. The first style is the 3 Day structured retreat which will consist of 4 sessions per day that provide both meditation instruction as well as teachings of practical Buddhist wisdom. This style of retreat will run on the following dates:
March 2025
24th - 27th March (arrive afternoon of March 24th before 5pm) *FULL*
April 2025
**For anyone who have applied for the 13rd - 16th April, there will no longer be a Full 3 days Structured Retreat Schedules, You are still Welcomed to come on those days.
The schedules will follow Flexible Retreat with 1 extra class per day.**
Day 0 : Introduction
Day 1 : Meditation with Candles
Day 2 : Meditation with Bonfire
Day 3 : Closing Session (Experiences Sharing)
2nd - 5th April (arrive afternoon of April 2nd before 5pm)
16rd - 19th April (arrive afternoon of April 16rd before 5pm)
25th - 28th April (arrive afternoon of April 25th before 5pm)
May 2025
6th - 9th May (arrive afternoon of May 6th before 5pm)
16th - 19th May (arrive afternoon of May 16th before 5pm)
26th - 29th May (arrive afternoon of May 26th before 5pm)
June 2025
5th - 8th June (arrive afternoon of June 5th before 5pm)
16th - 19th June (arrive afternoon of June 16th before 5pm)
26th - 29th June (arrive afternoon of June 26th before 5pm)
We will post updates for future retreat dates 1 - 2 months in advance.
For more info and to apply, click the button below to fill out our application form.
Flexible Retreat
If you are not available for any of the dates mentioned above or would prefer a more free schedule, then we are also welcoming people who want to come meditate to stay with us in a more relaxed setting. This style will offer participants 1 scheduled teaching and guided meditation each day. In addition to this, participants are welcome to join in on our morning and evening chanting and meditations, alms round, and other activities we do as a community. Participants are welcome to stay for whatever duration is most suitable for them. For more info and to apply, click the button below to fill out our application form.
Important Note: to avoid disrupting the 3 day program, please do your best to arrive at the end of the structured retreat date. If future dates are unknown, it is no problem you can apply to join any day.
Reconnect with nature
The importance of a retreat
Join us for this inside glimpse into the breathtaking natural scenery, the warm community, and the sacred guidance delivered by monks that have helped countless participants touch true inner peace and self-discovery while attending a retreat with us.
Middle Way Meditation
How do you find the balance between effort and relaxation? The Middle Way meditation method practiced here can give you some insight into this. If you'd like to listen to some instructional audio about this method and follow along with guided meditations, click the link below.
For more comprehensive guidance about how to meditate, click the link below to get access to a free 1 & 3-Day video-led meditation retreat that can be watched at home individually or with friends! Includes a manual & schedule with tips about how to set up your environment properly.
reconnect with yourself
Visit us and pick up a free copy of these books
if you visit us at Pa Pae you can take home a free copy of each of the following resources to help you on your spiritual path
