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FAQs

  • To cultivate an intimate experience, this retreat is capped at 12 participants.

    • Roundtrip ground transportation to/from Hilo International Airport*

    • 6 nights lodging at Kirpal Meditation & Ecological Center

    • Daily workshops, excursions and explorations led by Malia and Kendra

    • Plant-based and gluten-free meals prepared by professional chefs

    • An hand gathered curiosity and exploration toolkit

    • Free time to explore the property, visit the nearby soaking thermal pools and new black sand beaches, or enjoy your personal practice

    *Ground transportation included if arriving/departing October 18 and 24, 2025

    • Airfare to/from Hilo International Airport

    • Gratuity for the wonderful staff

    • Travel insurance (We recommend Travelex insurance)

  • If you wish to cancel your retreat registration you must notify us in writing at info@ebbwithus.com.

    Once we’ve received your notice, cancellation will take effect subject to the following:

    Cancel prior to August 24th, 2025:

    • Full refund (less $500 nonrefundable deposit)

    • If cancellation takes place prior to August 24th, 2025, any payments made will be refunded minus your $500 nonrefundable deposit.

    Cancel after August 24th, 2025 & prior September 24th, 2025:

    • 50% refund (less $500 nonrefundable deposit)

    • If cancellation takes place after August 24th, 2025 & prior September 24th, 2025, 50% of the retreat payments paid up to date of cancellation will be forfeited plus the $500 nonrefundable deposit.

    Cancel after September 24th, 2025:

    • No refund

    • If cancellation takes place after May 22nd, 2025, 100% of the retreat price will be forfeited.

    Please note: We are sorry but injury and illness do not disqualify you from any of the above cancellation policies. No exceptions will be granted.

    Cancellations due to COVID still fall within the parameters of the general refund policy.

    We recommend travel insurance to help you plan for the unexpected.

    Reminder: $500 deposit due with registration is nonrefundable.

  • To support our efforts to have the financial means to prepare your retreat to the best ability, paying in full is preferred if you have the means, BUT, Yes! Payment plans are available!

    Payment plans run over a 5 month period starting at $550 per month.

    Your registration is activated by paying a $500 nonrefundable deposit. (either the first payment of recurring payment or the first $500 if paid in full)

  • We want to make sure the retreat is supportive and safe for everyone.

    Guest safety is a priority for Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center. All guests will be required to follow public health regulations from state and country departments at all times. Closer to the retreat those current guidelines will be sent to all participants and staff.

    In addition to following state and country guidelines, participants *may* be required to provide the following by Company and/or Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center, depending on the current state of affairs:

    • Negative Covid test between 24-72 hours prior to arrival at Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center on Friday, August 22nd, 2025

    Failure to comply with any government COVID safety requirements, Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center protocols, will result in your forfeit of the retreat experience, any costs paid to the retreat, and any out of pocket expenses.

    COVID testing expenses will be at the cost of retreat participant.

    Cancellations due to COVID still fall within the parameters of the general refund policy.

  • Find the schedule here!

  • Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center (KMEC) in Pahoa, Hawai’i, offers a wonderful spiritual uplifting environment to heal and grow. Located a half mile from the beach, this sanctuary has access to swimming, fresh fruits, thermal ponds and the newest black sand beach in the world created by the 2018 lava flow.

    About a 75-minute drive from Hilo International Airport, Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center [KMEC] is a 10-acre organic orchard with over 30 different trees planted with the intention of providing food and healing.

    KMEC celebrates life in its myriad forms. We live in harmony with the jungle environment, which means you will probably encounter harmless creatures such as spiders, geckos and occasionally mongoose.

    We have the least amount of mosquitos on this side of the island due to our constant trade winds, and we do provide 100% natural repellents if you need it. Our accommodations are simple and comfortable, with no televisions or phones.

  • KMEC enjoys Hawaii’s ideal climate: Light ocean breezes, sunny days, pleasant year-round temperatures (65-85°F) and occasional tropical showers.

  • Hilo International Airport (airport code ITO).

    The airlines that fly in/out of ITO:

  • Transfers to/from Hilo International Airport [ITO] to KMEC is included in the price of the retreat if they fall on the retreat dates of August 22 and August 28, 2025 only.

    Transfers included with the retreat costs include (1) one-way from ITO to KMEC and (1) one-way transfer from KMEC to ITO Airport.

    Anything outside of these transfer dates will be at your own expense.

    *masks may be required during shuttle travel*

    We suggest arriving at ITO by 3pm on August 22, 2025.

    This will allow you plenty of time to gather your luggage and make the 60-minute journey to KMEC in time for sunset, dinner and “Opening Circle” (If arriving at that time isn’t a possibility, not to worry!).

    We suggest departure flights to be booked after 3pm on August 28th, 2025.

  • If you are looking to book a room at the double room rate but plan on traveling solo, we can help you with that!

    We are happy to pair you up with a fellow traveler looking for a roommate during the retreat.

    Please email us at info@ebbwithus.com if you are interested in getting paired with a roommate.

  • The KMEC cabins have all been built by hand and are designed to be in harmony with the trees and nature surrounding them.

    KMEC is a fully integrated with state-of-the-art solar power and water purification systems, yet still has all the features of any “on-grid” facility, including:

    • Normal flush toilets

    • Instant hot water

    • Full electricity in each room

    • Free WiFi

    This ensures you are comfortable and never feel like you are “off-grid” living.

    KMEC amenities include:

    • Fresh linens, blankets and towels

    • Full service laundry facility

    • Comfortable beds

    • Free wireless internet service

    • Ocean views over the orchard

    • Sound of the surf in the distance

    • Salt water swimming in thermal warm ponds just a half mile away at Isaac Hale Park

    • Safe, peaceful, healing ambiance with many flowering plants

    • Freshest air on the planet from the fragrant Trade Winds

    • Clear and beautiful star gazing

  • We will bring in the intention to unplug during this retreat. To create the most space to connect with our environment.

    If there is an emergency, AT&T phone and data works fine at KMEC. KMEC has poor Verizon reception and other carriers vary. Wifi connected forms of communication will also work. There is no landline onsite.

    Wireless internet is available in many areas of the property. Usage is free. There is wi-fi at the dining area and yoga studio. Large downloads are strongly discouraged (it slows down bandwidth for everyone).

  • You will have an opportunity to share your dietary concerns. We will do our best to accommodate your requests.

    All meals at KMEC are plant-based, gluten-free, and prepared onsite by professional chefs. When possible the meals incorporate ingredients from the 10-acre organic orchard.

  • Our suggested items so your retreat experience is most comfortable:

    • A personal Journal & pen

    • Art supplies (option to bring crayons, pastels, colored pencils or watercolors, etc)

    • Disposable camera or point and shoot camera (digital or film) if you want to stay “offline” and off your phone

    • Reef-safe sunscreen

    • Comfortable clothing and layers

    • Comfy movement clothes

    • Bathing suit (2-3 might be nice to have)

    • Sunglasses

    • Sun hat

    • Sandals, flip flops

    • Walking shoes for exploring the property (shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty)

    • Lidded tea/coffee mug

    • Reusable water bottle

    • Personal hygiene items

    • Any medications/supplements you use

    • Headlamp/small flashlight

    • Earplugs & Eye mask (especially if sharing a room or sensitive to nighttime nature sounds)

  • Due to the nature of the property, there are stairs and rough lands. If you to have an accessibility request that will make your experience better, please email us at info@ebbwithus.com.

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