Welcome to Sudarshanaloka

‘Land of beautiful vision’

Sudarshanaloka is a Buddhist retreat centre near Thames, New Zealand. Our aim is to provide the conditions for people to deepen their spiritual practice. We run meditation retreats, offer isolated cabins for solitary retreats, and host community events.

Uncontrived Mindfulness – working with the forces of clinging and ignorance

Starts: 26 Nov 2026

Uncontrived Mindfulness – working with the forces of clinging and ignorance "Sangharakshita says we should be aware of our minds at all times…

Coming Home: New Years Retreat 2027

Starts: 27 Dec 2026

We invite you to a new year exploration. Coming home to your body, coming home to Buddha nature, coming home with love and gratitude. Beginning a…

The Four Right Efforts

Starts: 3 Jan 2027

New Year Retreat for U35s

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