Silent meditation retreat near Brisbane | Lake Somerset - 16-18 April 2027

The power of a peaceful mind

Friday 16 April – Sunday 18 April | Camp Somerset

This silent meditation retreat at Somerset offers a rare opportunity to step back from the busyness of daily life and enter a space of quiet, clarity, and inner peace.

Held in the beautiful natural surroundings of Somerset Recreation Camp, this weekend retreat focuses on a powerful, magical Buddhist meditation practice that combines breathing with mantra, giving rise to deep inner transformation and peace of mind.

A weekend of meditation, silence and deep inner peace.

Your mind holds extraordinary potential for peace. This retreat offers you the chance to tap into that potential through one of Buddha’s most profound, but simple meditation practices which conjoins breathing with the power of mantra.

Mantra means ‘mind protection’, and when combined with the breath in this special meditation, the simple act of breathing becomes a powerful practice for inner transformation and peace. Through this meditation, we connect with our highest spiritual potential, develop a controlled, calm mind and a good heart; gradually we become more peaceful, and positive qualities such as love and compassion naturally grow.

In silence we have the opportunity to deeply absorb into the meditation practice and experience its transformative effects. Step away from the busyness of daily life and give yourself a weekend of peace and renewal.

The retreat will be guided by our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Ani, drawing on authentic Buddhist teachings that show how to relate to and realise our extraordinary potential and power to be at peace.

You’ll be guided in profound yet practical meditations that help you:

• Develop confidence in and gradually realise your highest potential
• Develop a good heart and controlled mind
• Develop a stable experience of inner peace

 And receive gentle, accessible teachings that can be applied directly in daily life.

A fully guided silent meditation retreat – suitable for all levels

Each session builds gently on the last, allowing you to relax into the practice at your own pace. Whether you’re brand new to meditation or have been practicing for years, you’ll find this retreat accessible, nourishing, and deeply peaceful.

You’ll leave feeling:

• More peaceful and centred
• Connected to your extraordinary potential
• Equipped with practices you can use in daily life
• Uplifted and inspired

A nourishing weekend retreat with accommodation included

Everything is taken care of so you can fully relax and go deeper into the experience.

Two nights’ accommodation
All guided meditation sessions
Delicious vegetarian meals provided
Peaceful, supportive retreat environment

Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Lake Somerset

Set amongst wide open spaces and natural beauty, the retreat venue provides the perfect environment to unwind and reset.

During breaks, you can enjoy:

• Quiet time in nature
• Gentle walks in open surroundings
• Access to a swimming pool
• Space to rest, reflect, and absorb the experience

Accommodation options – meditation retreat Somerset

There are a range of accommodation options available to suit different preferences:

• Camping
• Shared rooms
• Twin share rooms
• Single rooms

Places are limited, and accommodation is allocated on a first-come basis.

A fully inclusive weekend away

Your retreat fee includes all meditation sessions, accommodation, and meals.

Take time to be still

If you’ve been feeling the need to step away, reset, and reconnect with a deeper sense of peace, this silent retreat offers a rare and meaningful opportunity.

Book soon to secure your place and choose your preferred accommodation.