iRETREAT CHIANG MAI

Activities

Curated Experiences to Enrich Your Journey

Every guest arrives at iSABAI with a unique intention. Some seek deep relaxation, others wish to reconnect with nature, immerse themselves in Thai culture, improve their wellbeing, or deepen their mindfulness practice.

Our carefully curated wellness experiences allow you to personalise your retreat beyond the daily meditation programme. Whether you choose a traditional Thai massage, a private conversation with a Buddhist monk, or a hands-on cooking class, each experience has been thoughtfully designed to complement your journey towards greater balance, vitality, and inner peace.

Cultivate Stillness, Clarity & Inner Wisdom

Mind & Spirit

These experiences invite you to slow down, deepen your mindfulness practice, and discover timeless Buddhist wisdom that can be applied to everyday life.

Guest in a private conversation with a resident monk ฿1,600 /pp

Meaningful Conversations That Inspire

Private Monk Chat

Personal guidance from an English-speaking monk, one-to-one, on meditation, life, or whatever is on your mind.

Personal growthLife directionMeditation
60 min Meditation Sala
Small group in conversation with a resident monk ฿600 /pp

Conversations Shared, Wisdom Multiplied

Group Monk Chat

Join fellow guests for an open conversation with a resident monk, where questions and reflections from the group spark richer discussion.

Shared reflectionCommunityMeditation
45 min Meditation Tent
Guests visiting the forest monastery Free

Step Into Monastic Life

iMONASTERY Tour

Visit our nearby forest monastery, meet resident monks and glimpse the daily rhythm of monastic life. Runs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 1:00–2:00 PM.

Thai cultureMonastic life
Tue · Thu · Sat iMONASTERY
Guests walking the morning alms round with resident monks Free

Walk the Path of Giving

Morning Alms Round

Join monks on their traditional morning alms round through the village, offering rice with every step. Runs Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 6:00–7:15 AM.

GenerosityThai cultureEarly morning
Thu · Fri · Sat Village Alms Route
Guests offering the midday meal to resident monks Free

Nourish With Intention

Food Offering to Monks

Take part in the midday meal offering to our resident monks, then share lunch together as a community. Runs Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:00–11:30 AM.

GenerosityCommunityMindful giving
Mon · Wed · Fri iMONASTERY
Guests presenting a Sangkhathan offering set to resident monks ฿1,100 /pp

Give What Sustains a Life of Practice

Sangkhathan Set Offering for Monks

Present a traditional Sangkhathan offering set, robes, food, medicine and daily essentials, to help cover our resident monks’ everyday needs. A simple act of generosity that directly supports their life of practice.

GenerosityThai cultureMindful giving
~20 min iMONASTERY
Candlelight meditation ceremony in the evening Free

Meditation Under the Stars

Candlelight Meditation

As evening falls, a peaceful guided meditation by candlelight, the perfect close to your day. Runs every Saturday, 7:30–9:00 PM.

Thai cultureReflectionEvening
Every Saturday Moon Hall Terrace
Guests practising walking meditation Free

Presence, One Step at a Time

Walking Meditation

A slow, guided walking practice through the grounds, syncing breath and footsteps to quiet the mind.

MindfulnessMeditation
30–45 min iRETREAT Chiang Mai
Guided meditation beside a hidden waterfall Free

Stillness Beside Moving Water

Waterfall Meditation

A guided meditation beside a hidden waterfall, letting the natural sound of water settle the mind.

MindfulnessNature
45–60 min Triple Gem Waterfall

Restore Energy, Vitality & Balance

Body & Wellbeing

Designed to complement your meditation practice, these experiences promote relaxation, recovery, movement, and holistic wellbeing.

Traditional Thai massage treatment From ฿1,100

Ancient Healing, Modern Relief

Traditional Thai Massage

Stretching, acupressure and rhythmic movement to release tension and restore balance.

Stress reliefFlexibilityRecovery
60 min Moon Hall
Traditional Thai herbal steam therapy ฿1,100

Explore Wellness Therapies

Herbal Steam Therapy

Traditional Thai herbal steam, infused with aromatic local herbs, to soothe muscles and calm the mind.

Deep relaxationCirculation
45 min Moon Hall
Guided yoga session at Moon Hall Terrace ฿1,100

Strength, Balance and Focus

Yoga

A guided yoga session to build strength, flexibility and focus, led by an experienced instructor at Moon Hall Terrace.

FlexibilityStrengthFocus
60 min Moon Hall Terrace
Guests practising a gentle morning flow at Moon Hall Terrace Free

Mindful Movement

Morning Flow

Start the day with a guided, gentle flow that opens the body and settles the breath. Daily and open to all levels, included for every guest.

FlexibilityStillness
Daily · 7:00–7:30 AM Moon Hall Terrace
Full body therapy treatment ฿2,500

Complete Restoration, Head to Toe

Full Body Therapy

An extended, full body treatment combining massage techniques to release deep tension and leave you completely restored.

Deep relaxationRecovery
2 hrs Moon Hall
Oil massage treatment in the jungle setting ฿1,500

Relaxation Among the Trees

Oil Massage in the Jungle

A soothing oil massage set outdoors, surrounded by the sounds and stillness of the jungle.

OutdoorsDeep relaxation
60 min Moon Hall
Guests stretching at Moon Hall Terrace Free

Mindful Movement

Gentle Body Reset

A gentle complement to our Morning Flow, a slow, easy stretch to loosen the body midday and ease back into stillness. Open to all levels, included for every guest.

FlexibilityStillness
Tue · Thu · Sat · 11:00–11:30 AM Moon Hall Terrace

Discover the Flavours & Traditions of Northern Thailand

Culture & Culinary

Celebrate Thailand’s rich culinary heritage and artistic traditions through engaging hands-on experiences.

Hands-on traditional Thai cooking class ฿1,100

Discover the Flavours of Thailand

Traditional Thai Cooking Class

Learn to prepare authentic Thai dishes using fresh local ingredients, with a recipe booklet and meal included.

Hands-onRecipe booklet
Moon Hall
Northern Thai regional cooking class ฿1,100

Cook Like a Local

Northern Thai Cooking Class

Explore Chiang Mai’s distinctive flavours through regional recipes passed down through generations.

Hands-onLocal recipes
Moon Hall
Preparing Miang Kham with lotus leaves ฿1,100

Thailand’s Iconic Royal Snack

Miang Kham with Lotus Leaves

Combine fragrant herbs, roasted coconut, peanuts, ginger and lime into one of Thailand’s most iconic snacks.

Hands-onLocal flavours
Moon Hall
Northern Thai dessert workshop ฿1,100

A Sweet Taste of Tradition

Northern Thai Dessert Workshop

Discover the delicate craftsmanship behind Thailand’s beloved desserts, using traditional recipes and natural ingredients.

Hands-onSweets
Moon Hall
Fruit and vegetable carving workshop ฿1,100

Transform Food Into Art

Fruit & Vegetable Carving

Learn the elegant Thai art of turning fresh produce into beautiful floral designs.

Hands-onCraft
Moon Hall
Traditional Thai flower garland making ฿1,100

A Timeless Thai Tradition

Traditional Flower Garland Making

Create your own Thai floral garland while learning its meaning in local ceremonies and daily life.

Hands-onCraft
Moon Hall

Reconnect with Nature

Nature & Discovery

Experience the tranquillity of Northern Thailand through mindful activities inspired by forests, mountains, waterfalls, and tea plantations.

Guided nature walk through forest trails Free

Wellness in Nature

Guided Nature Walk

Mindful walking through forest trails, taking in the sights and sounds of the surrounding nature.

Easy–ModerateMindful walking
Moon Hall
Tea appreciation session on the plantation ฿1,100

Slow Down, Sip and Savour

Tea Appreciation

Premium tea grown on our own plantation, from cultivation to the art of mindful brewing.

MindfulnessPlantation-grown
Tea Pavilion
Private tour to the natural hot springs ฿1,500

A Warm Escape Into Nature

Nature Hot Spring Private Tour

A private tour to the natural hot springs, with transport and entry included for a relaxing afternoon outside the sanctuary.

Private tourRelaxation
Offsite

FREE ACTIVITIES AT iRETREAT CHIANG MAI

Weekly Schedule

Free, fixed-time activities included for every guest. Treatments and workshops (massage, cooking classes, tea appreciation, monk chats, and more) run by request and can be booked separately.

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
6:00 – 7:15 AM
Morning Alms Round
Village Alms Route
Morning Alms Round
Village Alms Route
Morning Alms Round
Village Alms Route
7:00 – 7:30 AM
Morning Flow
Moon Hall Terrace
Morning Flow
Moon Hall Terrace
Morning Flow
Moon Hall Terrace
Morning Flow
Moon Hall Terrace
Morning Flow
Moon Hall Terrace
Morning Flow
Moon Hall Terrace
Morning Flow
Moon Hall Terrace
7:30 – 8:30 AM Breakfast Every day
9:30 – 11:00 AM Morning Session with Teaching Monks Every day
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Food Offering to Monks
iMONASTERY
Gentle Body Reset
Moon Hall Terrace
Food Offering to Monks
iMONASTERY
Gentle Body Reset
Moon Hall Terrace
Food Offering to Monks
iMONASTERY
Gentle Body Reset
Moon Hall Terrace
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch Every day
1:00 – 2:00 PM
iMONASTERY Tour
iMONASTERY
iMONASTERY Tour
iMONASTERY
iMONASTERY Tour
iMONASTERY
2:00 – 5:30 PM Free Time — Choose an Activity Choose from the activities shown above · Every day
5:30 – 7:00 PM Dinner Every day
7:30 – 9:00 PM Evening Session with Teaching Monks Mon–Fri
Candlelight Meditation
Moon Hall Terrace
Evening Session with Teaching Monks
9:00 PM Onwards Personal Time & Rest Every day
Morning / midday activity
Afternoon / evening activity
Fixed daily block (same every day)

Many of our wellness experiences are offered in small groups or on a private basis to ensure a personalised and meaningful experience.

We recommend reserving your preferred activities in advance, either when making your accommodation booking or with our Guest Experience Team upon arrival.

Begin Your Transformation

Arrive when you’re ready.
Stay for as long as you need.

Your journey unfolds at your own pace, guided by transformative
programmes that cultivate clarity, inner peace, and lasting change.