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MAHAMEVNAWA • ELLA, SRI LANKA
Meditate with a Monk
A calm, guided experience in the hills of Ella—simple teachings, gentle breathing, loving-kindness, and quiet space to settle the mind.
CHOOSE YOUR VISIT
Come for one session, or stay for a retreat.
One session or a few hours
No prior booking needed
Choose a session from the daily schedule and arrive a little before it begins. You do not need to submit the retreat form.
One full day or longer
Choose any retreat length
Request one full day or any number of consecutive days that suits you. We will review your dates and confirm availability.
TODAY'S RHYTHM
Four sessions daily
Join any one of four visitor meditation sessions daily (except on Poya/full-moon days). No prior booking is needed—choose the time that fits your journey and arrive a little before it begins.
Silent meditation: breathing and walking
Sitting meditation focused on the breath, with walking meditation to settle attention and calm the mind.
Guided tour and meditation
- 9:00–10:00 AMGuided tour inside the pagoda
- 10:00–11:00 AMGuided loving-kindness and breathing meditation, followed by Q&A
Tour, viewpoint and introduction
- 2:30–3:30 PMGuided tour inside the pagoda
- 3:30–4:30 PMGuided loving-kindness and breathing meditation
- 4:30–5:00 PMTalk on meditation and introduction to Buddhism
- 5:00–5:30 PMViewpoint tour
- 5:30–6:00 PMTea break
Silent meditation
A quiet hour of silent meditation to close the day.
Chanting is performed daily at 5:30 PM and visitors may observe.
A GENTLE FIRST STEP
Guided, not pushed
You don't need experience. Come as you are—curious, tired, or simply quiet. A monk can guide meditation on request, and questions are welcome at the right time.
A place built for stillness
Set among forested slopes and open views, the monastery offers a calm environment to reflect—walking paths, viewpoints, and spaces designed for respectful visitors.
New to Meditate with a Monk?
Start with the morning guided session, or arrive in the afternoon for a longer visit that includes a viewpoint walk and tea afterwards.
Private discussion with a monk can be requested 9:00 AM–11:00 AM and 1:00 PM–8:00 PM.
RETREATS
A longer retreat
For those who wish to spend at least one full day in deeper practice, retreats can be requested for any number of consecutive days. Choose the length that suits you, subject to availability.
RETREATS
Ready for a deeper experience?
Stay for one full day or choose any number of consecutive days for meditation, personal guidance, and quiet reflection.
EXPLORE
Where would you like to begin?
Find today's session times, explore the monastery setting, or prepare for a longer retreat.