19 to 21 June, 2026

Winter Solstice Retreat
SOMA, Byron Bay

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The Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year; our invitation to you to slow down, simplify + turn inward.

Rather than forcing momentum, this retreat honours the beauty of pause. Soft + slow living.

Led by Aiko, the experience blends yoga (Yin + flow), Pilates, meditation, sound healing, warmth, atmosphere + intuitive facilitation in a way that feels grounding + welcoming. Aiko holds space to simply be.

❋ Intentional Soft Living

No pressure to emerge transformed, productive or “fixed.” This is a softer approach to wellness that values nervous system restoration, quietness, pleasure, + deep rest over constant self-improvement.

❋ A Beautiful Place to Disappear For a While

Set amongst the tranquility of Byron’s hinterland, SOMA is Zen simplicity with every detail is designed to support softness. Nourishing food will be served by the incredible Simon, our private chef + Tak returns for massage.

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Accommodation

SOMA
Byron Bay, NSW | 19-21 June

The architecturally designed retreat, located on 22 acres of rainforest + rolling hinterland, has become known for its calming minimalism, expansive views, iconic yoga + meditation dome, infinity pool, sauna + cold plunge. Every room has been thoughtfully designed to feel grounding, warm + quietly luxurious.

All rooms have a/c, ensuite with rain shower, organic MUKTI shower products, hair dryer + high quality linens.

RETREAT INCLUDES
2 Yoga/ Pilates Classes Daily
Daily Meditation or Sound Bath
2 Nights at SOMA
60mins Massage with Tak

Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, with our amazing private chef, Simon Favorito

Swimming Pool, Infrared Sauna + Cold Plunge, Private Massage Area, Meditation Dome, Block Out Curtains, Fire Pit, Incredible Grounds, Secure Parking

SOLO | King Suite $2,000
(Private King Room, En Suite Bath)

COUPLE| King Suite $3,200
(Private King Room, En Suite Bath)

DUO| Twin Suite $1,600 per person
(Private Twin Share Room, En Suite Bath)

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"I’ve done a lot of wellness retreats over the years, but this was the first one that didn’t make me feel like I needed to become a different person by the end of it; in fact, I felt more myself. Everything felt thoughtful, without being over-structured."

Courtney Norris
"What Aiko creates is incredibly rare. It’s luxurious without being performative, deeply restorative without forcing vulnerability, and beautifully curated in a way that feels effortless. There was so much attention to detail. The music, the lighting, the pacing of the days, the warmth of the space, even the table settings! Aiko's retreats are a more beautiful way of living.”

Rebecca Kroon
"The biggest shift for me was how safe it felt to simply rest. No pressure to network, optimise my time or feel pressure to participate. Some of my favourite moments were the quiet ones; chilling over breakfast, reading in the afternoon sun, the evening sound sessions, slow conversations after dinner. It reminded me how long it had been since I’d done anything without urgency attached to it!"

Hayley Lock