Krishna's Otway Retreat

Sunday Feast >> Open Day
2025-05-18 08:00 - 2026-07-05 17:00, 2025-06-15 08:00 - 2026-08-02 17:00, 2025-07-20 08:00 - 2026-09-06 17:00, 2025-08-17 08:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00, 2025-09-21 08:00 - 2026-11-08 17:00, 2025-10-19 08:00 - 2026-12-06 17:00, 2025-11-16 08:00 - 2027-01-03 17:00, 2025-12-21 08:00 - 2027-02-07 17:00 UTC and 2 more dates
🌿✨ Explore Hare Krishna Valley: An Oasis of Spiritual Living! ✨🌿
Welcome to Hare Krishna Valley — a serene organic farm and retreat centre inspired by the timeless wisdom of eastern spirituality. 🌻🕉️ Immerse yourself in the joys of eco-living, organic gardening, and the transformative practice of bhakti yoga.
🗓️ Monthly Open Day Extravaganza! 🎉Join us on the second Sunday of each month, when our hearts and doors open wide to welcome you into our vibrant culture and way of life.
🌞 Event Highlights:

12:00 PM: Step into the Temple Room for a blissful blessing ceremony, complete with mantra chanting and dancing. Feel the positive energy flow!

1:00 PM: Engage in a light-hearted yet profound philosophical discussion led by our senior monks — exploring life’s deeper meaning with wisdom and humour.

2:00 PM: Savour a mouth-watering vegan/vegetarian feast prepared with love by our talented chefs. Each month features a delicious theme inspired by cuisines from around the world!

Post-Feast: Enjoy a peaceful walk through the farm, meeting our beloved cows who live a life of ahimsa (non-violence).

🚗 Convenience at Your Fingertips:Ample on-site parking is available, including dedicated disability parking.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Atmosphere:This is a wholesome, alcohol-free, drug-free, meat-free, and smoke-free event. Children under 12 attend for free!
📞 Got Questions? Contact Keshava:Reach out at 0405 577 453 or keshava@iskcon.net.au — we’re happy to help!
🌐 Stay Connected:Follow us on Facebook or visit our website for updates and upcoming events.Come and experience spirituality, community, and joy — all in the heart of nature! 🌈🌍
Let’s create unforgettable memories together! 🌺✨#HareKrishnaValley #SpiritualLiving #CommunityLove

The Winter Warmer - Vegetarian Cooking Retreat
2026-07-31 18:00 - 2026-08-02 15:00 | Hare Krishna Valley, 1265, Winchelsea – Deans Marsh Road,, Bambra, Victoria, Australia
🌿🍽 Indulge in a Culinary Escape – Vegetarian Cooking & Yoga Retreat! 🧘‍🍲
📅 Dates: 6 PM Friday, 31st July – 3 PM Sunday, 2nd August 2026📍 Location: Otway Ranges, Victoria
✨ Experience a Weekend of Relaxation and Wellness
Join us for a rejuvenating Vegetarian Cooking and Yoga Retreat, set against the serene backdrop of the Otway Ranges. Take this opportunity to unwind, learn, and nourish your body and mind.

🌱 Retreat Highlights
✔ Relaxed Cooking Classes: Enhance your vegan/vegetarian cooking skills with expert vegan chef Nitai, in fun and informative sessions.✔ Yoga for Wellbeing: Reap the benefits of yoga with master instructor Ari Engelman, promoting physical and mental health.✔ Delicious Food: Learn to cook mouthwatering vegetarian/vegan dishes using locally sourced, seasonal produce.

💆‍♀️ What’s Included?
✅ Hands-on cooking classes✅ Insights into the nutritional properties of herbs and spices✅ Morning and afternoon yoga sessions✅ Two delectable banquets prepared by you✅ All meals from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch✅ Discussions on nutrition, Ayurveda, food, and yoga✅ Introduction to bhakti yoga and kirtan✅ Recipe ideas and notes to take home✅ 2 nights cozy accommodation (twin-share rooms)✅ Tour of our organic garden and eco-house✅ Time to unwind with a peaceful stroll in the State forest

💸 Pricing
💰 $495 per person🎟️ Concession: $445 per person🌟 Special Offer: Bring a friend, and both of you receive a $50 discount!

📞 Contact & Registration
📱 Call/Text: 0405 577 453📧 Email: keshava@iskcon.net.au
🌈 Join us for a weekend of culinary delights and serenity! 🍃✨
