Most retreats tell you what to do, when to meditate, and what to eat. At Shambhala Heights, we believe the most profound healing happens in the spaces between the activities. We don't offer a rigid schedule; we offer a sanctuary for your soul to catch up with your body.
Perched on a quiet hillside in Nanoose Bay, overlooking the expansive Salish Sea, Shambhala Heights was born from a simple vision: to create an affordable, self-guided escape for those who need a true "Reset". Here, the horizon is your only boundary.
To support your reset, we stock your fridge with high-quality, whole ingredients: fresh seasonal greens and nutritious light meats (poultry and fish). No red meat, no heavy processing—just clean, veggie-forward fuel ready for you to cook.
The kitchen is yours. While we provide the healthy basics, you have the freedom to prepare your own meals at your own pace. A second dedicated fridge is available for any personal favorites you wish to bring, allowing you to nourish yourself on your own terms.
There are no forced workshops here. Instead, there is the sunrise on the slope, the crisp Vancouver Island air, and the rare luxury of silence. Wake up when you want. Eat when you are hungry. Walk the trails when your soul calls for it.
Shambhala Heights is not just a place to stay; it’s a place to return to yourself. It is quiet, it is unscripted, and it is entirely yours.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS (BY DRIVING)
Nanoose Bay: Notch Hill Park (7.2km, 9 min)
Fairwinds Wellness Club (8.2km, 10 min)
Fairwinds Golf Club (9.9km, 13 min)
Dolphin Beach (9.9km, 13 min)
Seascape Restaurant (11km, 14 min)
North: Parksville (14km, 15 min)
Qualicum Beach (25km, 19 min)
Qualicum Bay (42km, 29 min)
Balmoral Beach (94km, 63 min)
Mount Washington (111km, 70 min)
Campbell River (132km, 75 min)
South: Woodgrove Centre (15km, 15 min)
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal (26km, 27 min)
Nanaimo Airport (41km, 34 min)
Duke Point Ferry Terminal (43km, 34 min)
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