Personal Retreat

Flexible Dates

Date and Time Details:

Anyone drawn to settle into the daily rhythm of Dorje Denma Ling while undertaking a personal contemplative or meditative retreat is welcome.

In-house retreats are arranged based on accommodation availability. Our season runs from May 1 to November 23, though off-season retreats may also be considered.

Location: Dorje Denma Ling

Address: 2280 Balmoral Rd, The Falls, NS, B0K 1V0

Contact: Programs
programs@dorjedenmaling.com

Gyatso Lodge: Single Occupancy – CAD $195.00
Gyatso Lodge: Double Occupancy – CAD $105.00
Drala Cabin: Single Occupancy – CAD $195.00
Drala Cabin: Double Occupancy – CAD $105.00
Wood Cabin: Retreat Single Occupancy – CAD $165.00
Wood Cabin: Retreat. Double Occupancy – CAD $105.00
RV, Camper, Car/Van & Tent Camping without a platform – CAD $65.00

Information & Registration

Practice quietly. Join the rhythm of land and community.

Dorje Denma Ling offers space for individual and small group retreats throughout the program season, based on the availability of accommodations.

These retreats are self-organized. Retreatants live alongside the resident community, supported with meals, daily structure, and access to practice spaces. The land is quiet and spacious. You are welcome to bring your own discipline and settle in.

2026 Dates that we will not be able to accommodate personal retreats are June 25 – 29 and August 6 – 15.

In order to register, please do these three things:

1. Fill out this Request form
2. We will review your request and contact you either for more information or a password.
3. Once you receive the password, come back to this page and complete your registration.

Individual In-House Retreats

Retreatants are welcome to join DDL Community meditation7: 30 – 8 am
2 – 2:30 pm
5:30 – 6:30 pmDish rota will be a part of your community experience during your retreat.
May use the staff shrine room during available hours or practice in your room.
Responsible for setting up and taking down any personal shrine. Required shrine items can be provided.
Three nutritious meals a day are provided during DDL program times. Otherwise, breakfast is self-serve and access to the kitchen, leftovers, and food for you to cook is available. Food requests are taken into consideration in between DDL programs.

Minimum stay: 2 nights.

Small Group In-House Retreats (less than 10 participants)

Must be self-organized and self-staffed.
Three nutritious meals a day are provided during DDL program times. Otherwise, breakfast is self-serve and access to the kitchen, leftovers, and food for you to cook is available. Food requests are taken into consideration in between DDL programs.
Welcome to join DDL Community meditation
7: 30 – 8 am
2 – 2:30 pm
5:30 – 6:30 pm
Dish rota will be a part of your community experience during your retreat.
Access to appropriate shrine space (e.g. Werma, Ngöndro, Vajrayogini). Exclusive shrine room use available for an additional fee.
Groups handle their own shrine setup and cleanup. Shrine objects can be supplied.
Minimum stay: 2 nights.

Rates

$65–$190 per night depending on accommodation type, including meals.

Exclusive shrine room use may require an additional fee.

Minimum stay: 2 nights.

How to Book In-House Retreats

Retreats are offered between May 1 and December 15. Off-season stays may be considered.

Individuals: Fill out this REQUEST FORM and we will contact you.

Groups < 10: One person should fill out this REQUEST FORM and we will contact you.

Groups ≥ 10: Email your request to programs@dorjedenmaling.com.

Generosity Policy

We want everyone to be able to attend retreats at Dorje Denma Ling.

NEW! 30 & under and monastic discounts available during registration.
~When early bird pricing is in effect, the higher discount will take precedence

Read About Our Generosity Policy