As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors and technology changes our lives forever, we are more connected to everyone on social media than Mother Nature. 

A large body of research is documenting the positive impact of being in nature or exposed to nature - from social, psychological and emotional life. Studies show being in nature leads to reduced stress levels, blood pressure, strengthen immune system, boost of energy, mood, creativity, concentration and behavioural changes that improve mood and general well-being

Discover the healing power of this rainforest wellness retreat at Cove 55, a boutique resort nestled at the foot of mighty Mount Santubong in Kuching, Sarawak.

This experiential retreat is developed specifically to invigorate, reset and reconnect to ourselves through twice daily yoga, meditation, breath-work, nutritious food, nature walks and wellness workshops, guiding you for a lifetime of optimal wellbeing. 

Daily sunrise vinyasa and evening restorative practices will be held by the pool or at the exquisite covered deck with ocean views over the South China Sea. With carefully sequenced poses, the asana practices are weaved together with gentle unwinding movements and breath-work.

Detailed alignment, sensory awareness and mindfulness is emphasised to encourage deep listening towards a compassionate understanding of one’s own mind-body connection. The overall intent is to cultivate prajna (insight and wisdom) within the yoga experience - on and off the mat. 

Classes are suitable for all levels and modifications of poses will be given as needed.

All meals would be served in Kechala, a restaurant showcasing creative and evolving menus featuring modern Sarawakian cuisine flavours. Chef Andrew Fletcher will be using indigenous herbs and sustainably sourced local produce.

Fresh and flavourful ingredients unique to Kuching are foraged from the surrounding rainforests and Cove 55’s very own organic kitchen garden where seasonal ingredients are hand picked daily to create the freshest innovative dishes

Nature Walk at Santubong National Park

Discover the natural beauty of the Sarawak Rainforest in this captivating trek at the foothills of Mount Santubong. The clearly marked trail winds its way through the rainforest, passes jungle streams, dip pools and waterfalls. Seen from sea level, its irregular rainforest-covered peaks rise steeply to 810m forming a catchment for a variety of wildlife.

Wellness Workshops

During two of the wellness workshops presented, you will get to explore the subtle processes of breath, movement, and mindfulness that happen inside each of you. 

Learn about the physiological processes that occur with breathing, over-breathing, and how to adjust it, as well as work to combing breath with movement and mindfulness. It is how you breathe during your daily life that determines how you breathe under more strenuous times such as stress or physical exercise.

Garden Twin Room

Situated on the ground floor, each of the Garden Twin features their own private courtyard with an outdoor day bed and dining area. Ideal for unwinding under the shade with a book and drink in hand.

• Luxurious Twin Slumberland mattress
• Ensuite bathroom with rainshower
• Plush bathrobes and linens
• Designer toiletries from Acqua Di Colonia
• Marble top vanity
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Fully stocked minibar
• Complimentary wi-fi
• In room safe
• Iron & ironing board

For 2 adults sharing

Balcony Twin/Single Rooms

Located on the first floor, each of the Balcony Rooms opens out to a spacious balcony with an outdoor day bed and dining area. Perfect for taking in spectacular views.

• Luxurious double pillow top King or Twin Slumberland mattress
• Ensuite open plan bathroom with rainshower
• Plush bathrobes and linens
• Designer toiletries from Acqua Di Colonia
• Marble top vanity
• Writing desk
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Fully stocked Minibar
• Complimentary wi-fi
• In room Safe
• Iron & ironing board

Twin sharing for 2 adults, single for 1 adult

Gwen has been practicing yoga for 20 years, received her 250-hours Yoga Alliance Teacher Training in 2010, teaching since 2011.

In 2012, she completed 100-hours Anusara Teacher Training with Patrick Creelman’s, a teacher’s teacher who has trained and certified thousands of yoga teachers around Asia, and 100-hours Yoga Therapy with Judy Krupp.

To stay updated with teaching methodology and continuing education, Gwen attends workshops, retreats and trainings worldwide with international acclaimed yoga teachers such as Ross Rayburn, Sarah Powers, Desiree Rumbaugh, Martin Kirk, Jason Crandall and Roger Cole. In 2016, Gwen completed Relax and Renew Level 1 Restorative Yoga with Judith Hanson Lasater, one of the pioneer yoga teacher in modern Yoga.

Gwen’s teaching style focuses on correct alignment of specific body while synchronising movement with the breath, creating a strong yet therapeutic practice to achieve a balance of strength and flexibility in the body. It is her passion to share Yoga’s philosophy on the mat and encourage to take those experiences off the mat into our daily lives.

As a lifetime student of Yoga, Gwen is currently pursuing 500-hours Advanced Teacher Training under Tiffany Cruikshank’s Yoga Medicine - a thorough, anatomically based training system that trains teachers across the globe to work more powerfully with their students.

When Gwen is not studying or teaching, she can be found running after or with her family of boys, and traveling around the world to explore the magic and vibrancy of our beautiful planet. Mostly, she strives to stay present within all the complexity that life presents.