Shunyata Retreat/Day Spa

Paru is quite literally a life saver. I had reached a point of crisis in my life, rock bottom even. Every aspect of my life was in ruins and I knew I was as far away from my true self as I could be. I didn’t want this for myself. It was an unbearable way to live. I reached out to Paru and she took me in at just the right time. Paru took me through a journey and guided me to look inwards and get to the causes of my pain and unconscious behaviours. I was able to feel them, let them go and forgive. I carried deep and heavy pain in my chest. I was beside myself with unbearable anxiety but by the end of this retreat I was genuinely free of it. The value of going inwards and doing so freely and safely is honestly the best form of love you can give yourself! Better than any antidepressant or avenue that doesn’t allow you to feel. We’re humans we need to feel our feelings and traumas. We need to process them or they’ll stay with us forever and constantly reappear as signals to do something. Trust the process. Trust yourself and do it!! It really, really works! Thank you so much Paru, you’re truly remarkable. I will never forget this experience.

I feel absolutely blessed to have found wonderful Paru and her haven @ Shunyata, right at a time when I needed both lots of care, and to learn about self-care. From the moment Paru met me on the wharf at Diamond Harbour one afternoon to when I departed that evening, she immersed me with such kindness and genuine desire to use her calling to help me. Having never felt spiritual in any way prior to this experience, there's something magical about Shunyata and Paru, that makes you feel at ease and like anything is possible. I've already booked to go back for a longer retreat - to explore, grow, learn and just be me.If anyone is feeling drawn to Shnuyata - just trust your intuition and go for it - you will be in such caring, wonderful, loving hands.

My wife found this hidden paradise in Diamond Harbour by accident. She was looking for an accommodation wherein we can spend the weekend prior to her leaving NZ for a new adventure in her career. This probably was not an accident but meant to be. We have met lovely Paru who proved to be an exceptional host and made us feel very welcomed. The day started with a cup of tea and a chat which made us feel at home. Then went on with the spa over looking the harbor, to relax and disconnect. The lunch was superb and the massages are exceptional. The treatment experience was different and we highly recommend this to couples.

I did a 5 day retreat here with Paru after a significant post covid syndrome - fatigue and brain fog. Paru is a very warm and engaging hostess with lots of life experiences. She works with your mind, body and emotion/spirit. She tailor her retreat according to your needs and goals. It was a very unique experience and a wonderful stay - a quiet place at Diamond Harbor. The more open and willing you are, the more you will get out from your stay here. 3 meals provided and some are very delicious! The detox on the last day, 5th day can be quite potent and it is worthwhile to keep that day free for relaxation and rest when you get home!!!. Thank you Paru! I'm very grateful!

I have been several times in the past 15 years. Always an amazing experience.On one visit i successfully became a non-smoker. A combination of The Journey and Paru’s advice to smoke consciously, it turned out to be my last cigarette.

Paru – you have taken Helen and I on an incredible journey of self-discovery – we have re-connected and re-kindled our deep love for each other. You have guided us both to look deeply within. I love your down-to-earth approach to dealing with spiritual stuff. I arrived with trepidation and left with gratitude. Thank you for looking after us, pampering us, feeding us delicious food and healing us. You’re a gem!

My retreat with Paru at Shunyata in Diamond Harbour was amazing ! Paru gave me so much knowledge about myself that I can not thank her enough. I am a mother of 3 little kids and to have the opportunity to spend some me" time in the company of Paru was absolutely amazing. I loved every minute of it.The place is magnificent

Just returned from the 3 day emotional wellness retreat. Had a wonderful time, with lovely company and amazing food! The weekend was jam packed with treatments and therapies to help with my emotional wellness. From the Journey and ozone sauna, to a massage and hydro bath, as well as a lovely walk, yoga as well as time to lounge on the deck in the sun. Paru went out of her way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. When I struggled with the second journey, Paru changed things up and I feel like I have made the discovery I was hoping for! Thanks again for a wonderful weekend!!

If you are looking for a true journey and retreat to reconnect with mind, body and soul; look no further then Shunyata.Every morning I was greeted with a cup of lavender Earl Grey tea and a beautiful fragrant rose picked from the garden.Paru not only nurtured my soul, but nourished my belly with fresh and healthy food. She’s an amazing cook! Everything on my 3-day retreat was rooted with intention and love.Through her decades of experience, training and healing, Paru guided me through 3 days of a beautiful Emotional Healing retreat. I added few extra activities (the aromatouch deep therapy and ayurvedic consult) which I highly recommend as they elevated my experience and kept my afternoons engaged. If i had more time, I would have added the Akaroa excursion with Paru!I left with my heart feeling open, my mind feeling rested and my soul feeling invigorated.