BIRDING RETREATS
Our first LYFESTYLE retreat is a small-group hosted birding experience bringing together birds, nature, food, culture, conservation, creativity and wellbeing.
First look, pre-release registration is now open.
Be the first to receive the full itineary and the opportunity for first drop pricing.
LOCATION
Ubud, Bali
WHEN
March, 2027
LENGTH
6 days, 5 nights
STYLE
Small-group, hosted
A different kind of birding experience
LYFESTYLE is a hosted birding retreat that brings birds and birding into a broader travel experience.
In Ubud, that means exploring its landscapes, culture, food and everyday life, with birding running through the week.
The week is fully hosted and carefully curated, bringing each part of the experience together in a way that feels relaxed, engaging and social.
Birds run through the itinerary.
They shape how we experience the whole week.
What the experience brings together
LYFESTYLE retreats bring together birding, food, culture, nature, conservation, creativity and wellbeing. In Ubud, these experiences come together throughout the week.
Birding
A mix of locally-guided and hosted birding experiences in carefully selected spots around Ubud, from enjoying the birds we see each day to seeking out a few lifers.
Food & Drink
From traditional feasts and local favourites to elevated dining experiences, food and drink are central to the week, shared over breakfasts, dinners and at some of Ubud’s most celebrated tables.
Nature
Discover the landscapes of Ubud through rice paddies, hidden gardens, quiet trails and rainforests, from well-known views to places further off the beaten track.
Culture
A rare insight into Balinese life and culture, shaped by local people and shared through customs, traditions and experiences most visitors would never usually access.
Conservation
A guided and educational experience exploring local conservation efforts, guided by those doing the work and set against one of Ubud’s most unforgettable backdrops.
Creativity & Wellbeing
Creative and wellbeing experiences in peaceful natural settings, giving us space to breathe, reconnect and explore a different side of ourselves.
A sanctuary in the heart of Ubud
Our accommodation sits in the heart of Ubud, keeping us close to local life and some of the area’s best restaurants, bars and experiences.
Refined and contemporary without feeling formal, it remains connected to Bali through its materials, gardens and landscape.
Inside, it feels like a calm retreat from the energy of Ubud town. You can indulge in two pools, fully equipped gymnasium, a luxury spa sanctuary or retreat to many quiet spaces to rest and reset.
Our accomodation gives us the best of both worlds: easy access to Ubud and a luxury and private sanctuary to return to throughout the week.
A glimpse of the week
Here’s a first look at the itinerary, bringing together a range of unique experiences with birds woven naturally throughout the week.
Day 1
Arrival & Welcome
Arrive in Ubud, settle into the retreat and come together for welcome drinks and our first local dinner together.
Day 2
Birds, Nature & Flavours of Ubud
A hosted bird walk through local surroundings and rice field landscapes, followed by an elevated dining experience.
Day 3
Birding, Local Food & Balinese Culture
A more focused guided birding experience beyond central Ubud, followed by local food and a special evening of Balinese cultural connection.
Day 4
Mindfulness, Conservation & Creativity
A slower start, followed by a private conservation experience and an afternoon of creativity and unexpected moments in remarkable settings.
Day 5
Birding, Food & Farewell
A locally-guided birding adventure, followed by a Balinese garden feast, cocktails and an elevated private dining experience.
Day 6
Nature Walk & Departure
An optional early-morning bird walk before breakfast and your onward journey.
Who this experience is for?
LYFESTYLE is for people who love birds, nature and travel, and who want to experience a destination in a more considered way.
Birding is an important part of the retreat, and it is woven through a broader experience of Ubud. One that values thoughtful hosting, beautiful settings, local culture, good food and meaningful time shared with others.
You do not need to be an expert birder.
You do not need a life list.
You simply need to be open to noticing more.
Hosted by Josh and James
LYFESTYLE Ubud is hosted by Josh and James, the founders of LYFER.
Ubud is a place they have returned to for many years. What began as somewhere they loved visiting, gradually became a place that brought together so much of what they value: birds, nature, creativity, food and local community.
Throughout the week, Josh and James will host the experience. Their aim is to create a retreat that feels relaxed, welcoming and carefully considered from beginning to end.
They are supported by their friend and local coordinator, Dewa, who was born and raised in Bali. His knowledge and connections help bring guests closer to the people and places that make Ubud so special.
Together, we’ll enjoy a birding retreat unlike anything you may have experienced before, authentic, original and elevated, created for the way we want to travel and connect with birds today.
First drop access
LYFESTYLE Ubud officially launches on Monday 21st September 2026.
On Monday, 7th September, those who have registered for the First Drop priority list will have the opportunity to secure one of a limited number of places before bookings open publicly on the official launch date.
First Drop price: $2,895 AUD per person, twin share
Standard price: $3,195 AUD per person, twin share
A limited number of private rooms will be available for an additional single-room supplement.
First Drop pricing will apply to the first 12 places across both March 2027 retreats.
Retreat 1
Monday 15 March 2027 – Saturday 20 March 2027
Retreat 2
Monday 22 March 2027 – Saturday 27 March 2027
Join the priority list for First Drop Access.
Join the First Drop List
Register your interest and you will recieve the full retreat details, including the itineary, inclusions, payment options and booking information.
There’s no commitment to book when you register for the first drop, this simply provides you first access to discounted pricing to a limited number of spots.
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