Thailand
Heal Yourseff. Heal Animals. Heal The Earth.
Join Kris in Chiang Dao for 7 days of animal service, street dog feedings, an ethical elephant sanctuary experience, mindful living, yoga, breathwork, vegan nourishment, outdoor adventure, genuine human connection, and a complete digital detox.
Most retreats ask, "How can I feel better?" We ask, "What if feeling better wasn't the end goal?"
What if healing yourself helped you show up differently for animals, for your community, for the planet, and for future generations? This retreat was born from a shared belief.
AOHE is collaborating with Marion and Tin at KIND Animal Sanctuary in Thailand, to create an experience that nurtures both inner wellbeing and compassionate action.
Together, we've woven mindfulness, plant-based living, animal sanctuary service, community, and conscious travel into one immersive journey.
Because we believe healing is relational. With ourselves. With others. With animals. With the earth.
And perhaps, through that reconnection, we remember that healing was never meant to stop at the self.
Nestled between mountains, temples, and ancient forests, Chiang Dao offers a slower way of life.
Here, mornings begin with birdsong instread of alarms. Community still matters. Nature is close enough to touch.
It's the perfect place to disconnect from modern life and reconnect with what matters.
My intention is to guide an experience that nourishes the body, calms the mind, opens the heart, and inspires you to live with greater purpose and compassion.
Mindfulness mentor, breathwork facilitator, animal advocate, and founder of AOHE, The Art of Healing Earth
He creates spaces for deep inner work, connection, and meaningful action.
KIND Animal Sanctuary is home to 200+ street dogs and cats rescued from the streets, horses saved from exploitation, water buffalo and pigs rescued from slaughter. Some of the animals have missing limbs. Some carry the emotional scars of neglect. All of them have been given a second chance.
Throughout the retreat, you'll help prepare meals, join daily dog walks, assist with feeding and caring for the sanctuary residents, and spend time getting to know the incredible individuals who call KIND home.
These moments aren't about saving animals. They're about meeting them. They have names. They have souls. They have will to live.
Because when we open our hearts to the suffering of another being, something within us begins to heal too.
Healing is relational. With ourselves. With others. With animals. With the earth.
Spend a day at an ethical, hands-off elephant sanctuary where the animals are never ridden, forced to perform, or used for tourist entertainment.
You’ll observe rescued elephants from a respectful distance, learn about their natural behaviour, hear their rescue stories, and support a sanctuary focused on animal welfare, conservation, and low-impact tourism.
The experience is designed around the elephants, not around getting the perfect photo. No bathing, no tricks, no forced interaction, just space, respect, and the chance to witness them living as freely and naturally as possible.
A Gentle Rhythm, Not a Rigid Schedule.
The itinerary below offers a glimpse into the flow of our week together. While the heart of the experience will remain the same, we intentionally leave space for spontaneity, rest, meaningful conversations, weather changes, and the unexpected magic that often unfolds on retreat.
This isn't about squeezing every moment into a schedule. It's about creating enough structure to feel supported, while allowing enough openness to truly be present.
Come with curiosity. We'll take care of the rest.
Airport transfer from Chiang Mai
Settle into your accommodation
Welcome circle & introductions
Retreat orientation and phone check-in
Gentle breathwork practice
Nourishing vegan dinner
Gaia documentary & reflection
Evening visualization practice
The retreat begins by slowing down. As we put away our phones and step into a new rhythm, we create space to reconnect with ourselves, with one another, and with the intention that brought us here.
Morning yoga
Conscious living workshop
Meeting the animals
Daily dog walks
Visit a local temple
Shared vegan lunch
Personal time for rest or journaling
Evening Holotropic breathwork w/ Kris
Community dinner
Gaia documentary & discussion
Visualization practice
Compassion is not just a feeling, it's something we practice. Through caring for rescued animals and tending to our own wellbeing, we begin to understand that healing extends beyond the self.
Morning yoga
Workshop session
Daily dog walks
Nature hike through Chiang Dao
Shared vegan lunch
Documentary & reflection
Personal time
Evening dinner
Hot springs experience
Quiet evening integration
Nature reminds us that there is wisdom in slowing down. In the mountains, forests, and hot springs of Northern Thailand, we rediscover our place within the living world.
Morning yoga
Conscious living workshop
Time with rescued animals at KIND Sanctuary
Shared vegan lunch
Personal reflection time
Thai vegan cooking experience
Community dinner
Gaia documentary & discussion
Evening visualization practice
Food is more than fuel. It is culture, connection, and compassion. Through preparing and sharing vegan meals together, we honour both our own wellbeing and the lives of the animals spared from our plates.
Morning yoga
Workshop session
Daily dog walks
Nature experience
Shared vegan lunch
Documentary & integration
Evening Pranayama breathwork w/ Kris
Community dinner
Gaia documentary & reflection
Visualization practice
Presence is a practice. The more we return to this moment, through breath, movement, service, and stillness, the more fully we begin to experience life as it is.
Morning yoga
Final conscious living workshop
Time at KIND Animal Sanctuary
Shared vegan lunch
Personal reflection and free time
Closing circle and gratitude practice
Community dinner
Hot springs experience
Final evening together
As our time together begins to come to a close, we create space to reflect on the lessons, connections, and moments that have shaped the week. Through gratitude, celebration, and meaningful conversation, we honour both the journey we've shared and the one that continues beyond the retreat.
Morning yoga
Closing circle and farewell reflections
Check-out and transfer to Chiang Mai
Full day spent at a sauna and cold plunge experience
Final shared vegan meal
Airport transfers and departures or stay in Thailand ;)
Before returning home, we'll spend our final day slowing down once more. Through heat, cold, laughter, and conversation, we'll integrate the experience together and celebrate the community we've created.
Because while the retreat may be ending, the ripple effect of how we choose to live, consume, and care for ourselves, animals, and the earth is only just beginning.
November & June Retreats - Chiang Dao, Thailand
You don't need years of meditation experience. You don't need to be perfect. You don't need to know anyone else attending.
You only need curiosity. A willingness to slow down. And an open heart.
If that's you, we'd love to meet you.
You came here looking for a retreat. What you may find is a new way of living.
Heal Yourself. Heal Animals. Heal The Earth.
Only 10 spots available.
Not at all. This retreat is designed for all experience levels. Whether you're completely new or have an established practice, you'll be supported exactly where you are.
No. However, all meals served during the retreat will be fully vegan. This retreat reflects our values of compassion, health, and conscious living, and we invite you to approach the experience with openness and curiosity.
You'll enjoy nourishing, delicious vegan meals inspired by local Thai flavours and seasonal ingredients. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all included.
This is a digital detox retreat. Upon arrival, phones will be placed on airplane mode and stored securely in a locked area for the duration of the retreat. Emergency contact information will be provided to your loved ones, and our team will always be reachable if needed.
Absolutely. Many participants attend retreats solo. In fact, coming alone often creates more space for genuine connection, reflection, and personal growth.
You'll have the opportunity to spend meaningful time with rescued animals, including dogs, cats, pigs, horses, and water buffalo. You may help feed street dogs, go on daily dog walks, prepare enrichment activities, and learn the stories of animals rescued from slaughterhouses and life on the streets.
No. While we value comfort and beauty, this is not a luxury resort experience. This retreat is rooted in simplicity, service, authenticity, and connection. Expect meaningful experiences over extravagance.
The retreat is beginner to moderate in terms of physical activity. Activities may include light hiking, walking dogs, yoga, and spending time outdoors. You do not need to be highly fit to participate.
Your retreat investment includes accommodation, all vegan meals, yoga and meditation sessions, Pranayama breathwork, workshops, sanctuary experiences, hot springs, nature activities, airport transfers, and all retreat programming.
International flights to and from Thailand, travel insurance, visa fees (if applicable), additional excursions outside the retreat itinerary, and personal expenses.
A $500 CAD deposit is required to reserve your spot. Deposits are refundable only if we are able to fill your space with another participant.
Of course. The application process helps ensure the retreat is a good fit for everyone involved. If you're unsure, reach out. We'd be happy to answer your questions and support you in making the decision that's right for you.
This retreat is intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 10 participants, to foster deeper connection, individualized support, and a more intimate experience.
Plus, they'll be Kris, Prity, Marion, & Tin (Founders of KIND Animal Sanctuary)
Thank you for considering this journey with us.
In a world that constantly asks us to consume more, achieve more, and move faster, we wanted to create something different.
A space to slow down. To remember what matters. To nourish the body through vegan food, reconnect with nature, care for rescued animals, and rediscover the parts of ourselves that modern life often asks us to leave behind.
This retreat isn't about becoming someone new. It's about returning to who you've always been beneath the noise.
Alongside the incredible teams at KIND Animal Sanctuary, we are honoured to hold this experience with you.
We believe healing is relational. With ourselves. With others. With animals. With the earth.
If this retreat is calling to you, trust that. We can't wait to welcome you to Thailand.
With love,
Kris
Choosing a retreat is a real decision. We get that.
If you have questions about the schedule, accommodation, food, phone policy, sanctuary work, or whether this is the right fit for you, reach out anytime.
We’d love to help you feel clear before applying.