Meditation in the South of Phuket on a Cliff

5-Day Meditation Retreats in Phuket

Five days to settle deeply, gain clarity, and develop
a deeper understanding of meditation and its purpose.

Our 5-day retreats offer a structured introduction to serious meditation practice in a relaxed and comfortable setting. The emphasis is on clear technique, consistent practice, and learning through direct experience, while still leaving enough space for rest, questions, and integration.

The retreats are suitable for beginners as well as experienced meditators. Groups are kept small, usually 10 to 15 participants, allowing for individual guidance and a more personal practice environment.

Our approach is rooted in traditional meditation training, clear instruction, and practical application. The focus stays on meditation itself, with authentic techniques and a clear framework for practice, in a setting that is more accessible and comfortable than a traditional monastic retreat. For many participants, this provides a solid foundation for longer and more intensive periods of meditation practice.

New Retreat Program

Starting Dec 28, 2026

Our new 5-day retreat program introduces two distinct retreats, Presence and Clarity. Regular 5-day retreats continue throughout 2026.

Presence and Clarity can also be combined as a 12-Day Meditation Retreat.

THE RETREATS

Presence & Clarity

Our two 5-day retreats share the same supportive structure, while each explores a different aspect of meditation. Both are complete retreats in their own right and can be attended separately.

Presence

Quieting the mind and resting more deeply.

Presence focuses on letting go, settling mental activity, and learning to rest in a quieter, more natural state of awareness. The emphasis is on simplicity, relaxation, and ease in stillness.

Clarity

Steadying attention and seeing more clearly.

Clarity focuses on stabilising attention, cultivating inner calm, and developing a clearer relationship with experience. The emphasis is on mindfulness, observation, and greater clarity of mind.

Join either retreat on its own, or combine both as a 12-Day Meditation Retreat.

UPCOMING DATES

Choose Your 5-Day Retreat

5-Day Meditation Retreat

Dec 7-11, 2026

18,000 THB

Coco Retreat Resort in Chalong, Phuket

A practical 5-day introduction to meditation, presence, inner calm and mindful living.

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Presence · 5-Day Retreat

Dec 28 – Jan 1, 2027

18,000 THB

Coco Retreat Resort in Chalong, Phuket

Learn to quiet thought, let go deeply and rest in natural presence.

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Clarity · 5-Day Retreat

Jan 4 – 8, 2027

18,000 THB

Coco Retreat Resort in Chalong, Phuket

Cultivate steady attention, inner peace, stillness and clear awareness.

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PRICING & BOOKING

Plan Your 5-Day Retreat

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Full Program

18,800 THB

per person

Approx. 565 USD · 790 AUD · 495 EUR

Teachings & Personal Guidance

Daily Yoga Session

Breakfast & Lunch

Excursions & Materials

Accommodation booked separately

Meals and yoga can be adjusted during booking.

BOOKING

Select & Book

Choose your dates and guests, adjust any options if you like, and see the full price instantly.

No hidden fees · All prices include taxes

2 Guests

10% Discount

Deposit

30% Required

Refunds

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LOCATION & STAY

Accommodation

Garden walkway at Coco Retreat Resort & Spa

Tropical swimming pool at Coco Retreat Resort & Spa in Phuket with sun beds.

Gym and Training Hall at the Meditation Retreat in Phuket

For the easiest and most relaxed retreat experience, we recommend staying on-site.

You need to book your accommodation separately.

Recommended Stay

Coco Retreat Resort & Spa

Our first choice for retreat guests.

The simplest and most relaxed option, with no daily travel and everything close at hand.

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Prefer to stay elsewhere? We recommend choosing accommodation nearby so you can reach the retreat easily each day.

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GUEST EXPERIENCES

Meditation Retreat Reviews

     
 
 
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   YEVHENIIA YEVTUKHOVA 
 12 days ago
 
 
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Thank you very much 🙏
  
 
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   Susan D'Amelio 
 37 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Your well-organized 5 Day Retreat program began with a warm welcome and created a sense of ease I fully enjoyed. I feel grateful for the loving care, personal connection, encouragement and clear teachings.                 🥥 Thank you ! 🌸

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Thank you so much, dear Susan! Was great to spend those two weeks with you. We look forward to welcoming you again anytime 🙏
  
 
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   Philippe Girard 
 245 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. During my backpacking trip through Southeast Asia, I came across this meditation center in Phuket, and it felt like perfect timing. The next retreat was happening while I was there.

I spent an incredibly meaningful week surrounded by people from all over the world, held by the kindness and care of the wonderful Tobi and Parn.

I’m grateful for this experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone who feels the need to slow down and reconnect with themselves.

Thank you from the heart.

Owner's reply
It's been great practicing meditation together with you, Philippe. We enjoyed the week as well and hope to see you again soon. Thank you so much for this lovely review 🙏
  
 
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   Susan Pankow 
 268 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So enlightened with so many things that we went over and how to let go and live In the present.  Our first experience was 100% perfect!

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Thank you so much Susan! We are happy you enjoyed your session with us and look forward to see you again ☺️
  
 
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   J.G. E 
 292 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My second time and yet again profoundly transformational.
Toby is a great teacher, grounded, down to earth.
The retreat and work is real, no bs, no fluff.
I will be back surely.
Thank you Tobi & Parn.

Owner's reply
Thank you so much for your kind review! Always a pleasure to have you in the group. We wish you good progress and much depth in your practice and look forward to see you again 🙏
  
 
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   Tina Elfriede Jucker 
 359 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I came to the Retreat with a meaning of relaxation, hopefully help for my issues in breathing and came out with so much more after  some days of hard work. Every second was worth it, was driving home with a smile in my face for 2 hours and still keep it. It brought me back to my roots, but not just in words. To my deepest roots inside of me. I'm endless grateful khob khun kaa to Tobi, Parn and Dao. They all did more than just a great job 🙏

Owner's reply
Thank you so much, dear Tina! We had a great time with you. We are really happy that the retreat had such a positive impact on you and gave you so much more than you expected. We wish you the best on your journey and hope to see you again ☺️🙏
  
 
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   Starship Down 
 390 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 8 months has passed since the first time I attended Phuket Meditation Center. I have a great deal of respect for Toni and Parn, they are very skilled practitioners. Tobi has great skill in sharing the dharma. It is a great gift to have a teacher like this in Phuket.

Owner's reply
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your kind review, Dan! Looking forward to see you again soon! 🙏
  
 
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   Nevin Imholz 
 408 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +7I’m writing this updated review to share how deeply transformative the work with them have been for me over time.

What brought me here — and keeps me coming back — is that each retreat takes me deeper. There are times I find myself thinking, ‘Even ayahuasca and iboga combined can’t match the clarity and transformation of this work.’" The changes aren’t always obvious right away, but as time passes, I notice that the choices I make in life are shifting — because the way I think is also changing.

With that in mind, I genuinely hope many people get the opportunity to experience a retreat at Phuket Meditation Center. Still, I know it’s not a path for everyone it’s for those with the courage and curiosity to explore beyond the limits of what we usually believe life to be. Before meeting Tobi, I didn’t think a clear, guided path to the end of suffering even existed. I also had no idea that such a journey could be completely independent of wealth or financial status
The retreat is arranged in a way that gives me completely stress-free days — it reminds me of being a kid, when I could simply be. The mornings start early with excursions, yet interestingly, I’ve never overslept once; the sleep I get here is always so deeply restorative. The schedule isn’t crammed with endless activities, which leaves space to rest, reflect, and enjoy the moment.

There’s also the option to join yoga, which I highly recommend. It’s slow, gentle, and deeply relaxing — and the teacher’s soothing voice feels almost hypnotic.

Parn has such a warm and caring presence. She takes beautiful photos, serves tea with genuine kindness, greets everyone with warmth, and somehow makes coconut time feel special every single day.

Tobi and Parn are refreshingly real — they look and act like ordinary people, not like the “spiritual” image many might expect (I say that coming from beeing around a lot of spiritual modalities and not in a condecending way). And yet, what they are doing for the world through this work is truly admirable.

Thank you so much.

Owner's reply
Always great to have you Nevin! And we are very happy with your continued progress and your dedication to the path! Thanks for this kind review!
  
 
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   Maciej Wójcik 
 458 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Niesamowite doświadczenie. Mój perwszy retreat wiele zmienił w moim życiu. Polecam wszystkim, którzy szukają wewnętrznego spokoju i szczęścia. Tobi jest rewelacyjnym nauczycielem, a Parn zadba o Was jak nikt inny :).

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Thank you so much, dear Maciej! Always great to spend quality time together with you. Looking forward to see you again whenever you are around. Keep up the good work! 🙏
  
 
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   David Boals 
 519 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience with Tobi and Parn on their meditation retreat.  Tobi's guidance is thoughtful, informative and instructive.  I felt like it helped me to lay a positive foundation for my practice moving forward.  Parn is a sweetheart and keeps the retreat well organized. Recommend.

Owner's reply
Thanks for taking your time to write us this review, David! Was great getting to know you and we're happy to know you enjoyed your time with us. We wish you the very best on your journey and hope to see you again at some point 🙏

MEDITATION & TEACHINGS

What We Practice

At the heart of meditation are simple questions: Why do we suffer? What makes the mind peaceful? And what are we beneath all the noise?

Our retreats explore these questions through traditional contemplative training, taught in a practical and non-religious way.

Refine

How we live

Notice what creates unnecessary tension and gradually let go of habits that make life heavier.

Settle

Stillness of mind

Develop stability, relaxation and presence so the mind becomes calmer and less scattered.

See

Clear self-inquiry

Look directly at experience and learn to hold thoughts, emotions and identity more lightly.

Rooted in Tradition

The teacher’s background is primarily in Tibetan Buddhist meditation, particularly the Gelug and Nyingma traditions, with additional influence from the Thai Forest tradition.

The retreat draws on this training while focusing on the practical foundations of meditation: refining how we live, developing stillness and learning to see experience more clearly.

No belief required. The retreat is non-religious in presentation and welcomes beginners and experienced meditators alike.

TEACHER & BACKGROUND

Meet Tobi

Tobi Warzinek began his contemplative training in 2002. At the age of 18, he entered the Tibetan Buddhist monastery of Rabten Choeling, where he spent around seven years as a lay student, studying Tibetan language, Buddhist philosophy, monastic debate, mind training and meditation.

From 2011 onward, after moving to Thailand, Tobi became increasingly interested in the Thai Forest tradition and its highly practical way of training the mind. This brought an already deep interest in meditation and direct experience much more fully to the foreground. After years in a strongly study-oriented monastic environment, he found the simplicity and immediacy of this way of practice deeply refreshing. Personal encounters with teachers such as Luang Phor Jumnian Silasettho further strengthened this direction. From then on, his practice became increasingly centered on direct investigation: what actually changes the mind, what reduces suffering, and what can be seen and tested for oneself here and now.

His teaching style is practical, warm and direct. The focus is on understanding suffering at its root and discovering what genuinely leads beyond it. Tobi emphasizes both cultivation and release: developing what is wholesome, settling the mind deeply, and learning to see, know and let go. Meditation is approached as a direct investigation of experience, not simply something to understand intellectually.

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