Retreats
Lead your own transformative retreat or event
A nature-immersed retreat venue in Noojee, West Gippsland — designed for connection, clarity and restoration.
Toorongo Valley Estate offers a calm, grounded environment for retreats, workshops and gatherings that benefit from space, privacy and time in nature. Just 1 hour and 40 minutes from Melbourne, the estate is a convenient yet secluded venue for wellness retreat hosts, facilitators, corporate groups and community leaders.
Across 120 acres of forest, river and open valley, guests have room to slow down, reconnect and experience meaningful transformation in a landscape that supports presence and reflection.
Retreat Offerings:
Designed to support deeply meaningful group experiences. Whether you’re hosting a wellness retreat, leadership program, rite of passage, creative workshop or corporate reset, Toorongo Valley Estate provides a flexible canvas for experiences of all kinds.
Spaces for Practice, Gathering & Reflection
Each area can be adapted to suit the needs of your retreat program.
Indoor Spaces
- Light-filled areas suitable for yoga, meditation, movement and workshops
- Comfortable spaces for circles, talks and group learning
- Heating, ambience and natural outlooks for all seasons
Outdoor Spaces
- Riverside zones for grounding practices
- Forest pockets for reflection and storytelling
- The Valley Lawn for group sessions and movement
- Fire pits for evening gatherings, ceremony and connection
What We Provide for Retreat Hosts
Toorongo Valley Estate offers thoughtful, supportive guidance from first enquiry to final farewell.
Included Support:
- Three 1-hour planning meetings
- Space holding and onsite coordination throughout your retreat
- Assistance with logistics, layout and flow
- Access to nature-based programming options
- Support marketing your retreat (imagery, copy snippets, listings upon request)
- Cooking, serving meals & cleaning
We understand the balance between structure and spaciousness — and we work closely with each host to ensure their retreat unfolds smoothly and authentically.
Signature Retreat Experiences
Enhance your retreat with optional guided practices and partnerships that deepen presence and connection.
Wellbeing & Somatic Practices
- Yoga therapy (private, couples or group)
- Massage & therapeutic bodywork
- Breathwork & Reiki
- Cold-water river immersion
- Nature therapy
Equine Experiences (with Lillico Nurture)
A powerful modality for:
- Emotional awareness
- Presence and grounding
- Leadership and group development
- Youth programs and rites of passage
Creative & Seasonal Activities
- Fire circles
- Nature journalling
- Seasonal food experiences
- Star-gazing evenings
Retreat hosts can build their own program or select from curated experience options.
Accommodation for Retreat Groups
Onsite accommodation available for up to 17 guests across:
- Redwood House (sleeps 9)
- Tree Fern & Manna Gum Chalets (sleeps 8)
Additional Options:
- BYO camping/van accommodation (terms & conditions apply)
- Glamping setups in designated areas
This flexibility makes Toorongo Valley Estate suitable for small intimate retreats through to medium-sized group experiences.
Rites of Passage & Youth Programs
Toorongo Valley Estate is a natural home for rites of passage experiences designed to build:
- Confidence
- Resilience
- Belonging
- Self-awareness
We offer:
- Fire circles
- Ceremony spaces
- Forest and river immersion
- Quiet reflection areas
- Supportive, grounded staff who understand the importance of these programs
These offerings are expanding and will soon form a dedicated stream of our retreat experiences.
Seasonal Gatherings & Community Events
Each event reflects the season and the rhythms of the valley.
The estate also hosts a range of thoughtful seasonal events, including:
- Picnic in the Valley
- Fire-cooking and truffle experiences
- Open Days
- Family connection gatherings
- Nature-based celebrations
Enquire About Retreats & Events
Whether you’re a facilitator, corporate leader or community group, Toorongo Valley Estate offers a setting designed to support meaningful, grounded experiences.