- Home
- Weight Loss Retreats
- New South Wales
- White Lotus Cleansing Retreats
White Lotus Cleansing Retreats
White Lotus Cleansing
About
White Lotus Cleansing is a naturopathically monitored detox and transformational healing retreat in Byron Bay, specialising in juice and water fasting. Founded in 2010 by qualified Naturopath Sarah Foley, it is the only naturopathically supervised water fast in Australia, based on the Tao of Detox by Daniel and Snow Reid. Programs focus on physical, mental and spiritual purification and rebalancing on a deep cellular level.
“Transformational Healing Detox Retreats to Reconnect Your Soul”
Programs Offered
5 Day Detox and Regeneration Juice Cleanse
Organic cold pressed vegetable juice cleanse designed to detoxify the system, give the digestive system a rest, and support self-healing, repair and regeneration. Includes colon hydrotherapy, naturopathic consultation, yoga, chi gung, FIR sauna, and healing massage.
Tao of Detox Alkaline Water Fast
A complete fast with pure alkaline water based on the teachings of Daniel and Snow Reid. Focuses on stimulating all detox pathways to regain homeostasis, blending Eastern and Western approaches to holistic healing.
Fertility and Preconception Care Retreat
Program designed to assist women in optimising health, rebalancing hormones and conceiving. Includes fertility screening, pathological testing, and a three-month preconception care plan. Has been successful for women deemed medically infertile or who have undergone numerous IVF cycles.
women only
Cancer Support Therapy Retreat
A comprehensive detox program for cancer support that includes juice cleansing, naturopathic consultation, acupuncture, immunotonic and antitumor herbs, and education focusing on environmental risk factors rather than genetics.
3 Day Illuminate Water Fast Retreat
A three-day naturopathically guided water fast designed to detoxify, align and manifest. Includes yoga, pranayama, breathwork ceremony, coffee enemas, saunas, ice baths, and sound healing meditation. Fasting experience is required.
E-Retreat: Detoxify
An online detox program you can do in the comfort of your own home.
Activities & Fitness
Meals & Nutrition
Juice fasting or water fasting with organic cold pressed vegetable juices, herbal teas, electrolyte mineral broths, and post-cleanse organic healing cuisine on the final day
The Team
Founded and run by Sarah Foley, a professionally qualified Naturopath with over 25 years experience in health and wellness. She is also a Colon Hydrotherapist, Yoga and meditation teacher, and trained in Kahuna Bodywork and Kahuna Sciences for 27 years. Programs supported by specialist Naturopaths, integrative holistic General Practitioners, Colon Hydrotherapists, massage healers, yoga teachers, and sound meditation practitioners.
Sarah Foley
Founder, Naturopath, Program Director
Professionally qualified Naturopath, Colon Hydrotherapist, Yoga and meditation teacher, trained in Kahuna Bodywork and Kahuna Sciences for 27 years in Hawaii and Australia. Over 25 years experience in health and wellness. Over 20 years experience in the Spa and Wellness industry.
Guest Experiences
“You could call me a retreat junkie, as I take myself away every year for a detoxm or retreat. I've been to 6 retreats now across Thailand, Bali, and Australia, and I would say hands down Sarah at White Lotus is by far best I've experienced. Its not just about the body, there is so much transformation potential for the mind and soul if you want to heal in those areas too. I've done a personalised water fast with Sarah twice now and had phenomenal results both times. My hormonal imbalances and Hashimoto symptoms have completely disappeared including headaches, brain fog, weigh gain, skin issues and inflammation. Daily Quigong/Yoga, colonics, sauna, magnesium baths keep you focused and nourished while your body detoxes, and then comes the feeling of clarity, thriving and feeling so high on life. Sarah is the ultimate host and healer, she thinks of everything from the gorgeous welcome pack you arrive to, to the vast library of books she offers to read. She always gives the best hugs on the days you most need it! If I'm after results, in a safe, supervised and nurturing space, I choose White Lotus Cleansing. I feel amaaaaazing!”
“Thank you Sarah, Nikki and Team! I arrived at White Lotus Retreat, not really having any expectations, but in desperate need of a physical, mental and spiritual reset. I was exhausted on all levels, stressed out and completely burnt out. What an amazing week I had. I had originally booked in for a 6 day juice cleanse, but after my initial Naturopathic consultation with Sarah, and feeling in the best of hands, I decided to do the water detox. I am so glad I did. I learnt how intelligent our bodies are when we treat them with respect and give them the best platform to do what they are designed to do….heal and support us. After years of being a chronic insomniac, I am sleeping better than I have in years. I am now back in my (still very busy) day to day life post detox, and I am navigating my way through the hectic schedule with clarity, calmness and control that I have not experienced for many, many years (if ever). Sarah's knowledge seems unlimited, she walks the talk, has an amazing ability to put you at ease, and make you feel completely supported throughout the entire program, along with excellent post retreat follow up. The White Lotus Retreat is something I will gift to myself every year from this point on. I am not the only benefactor…my children, partner, friends and family have all noticed a much calmer, vibrant me, and life just seems so much more full and wonderful. Thank you Sarah and team for providing me with the reset I desperately needed. We are so lucky to have this facility (the only one in Australia). A life changing experience.”
“My 21 day water fasting experience at White Lotus Cleansing Clinic was life changing! I signed up for ongoing chronic health reasons and I can't tell you how happy I am that I did. It felt like a last resort after years of seeing so many doctors & health professionals, undergoing endless tests and taking ridiculous amounts of supplements. I was relieved when Sarah told me we didn't need a diagnosis because fasting can help with pretty much all health conditions. And it has! By day 4 my head was clear of the brain fog I'd been tolerating for years. I breezed through my last period with very little discomfort and it was lighter than I've experienced since being diagnosed with endometriosis in my teens. My skin is clear and the whites of my eyes are super white. My hay fever has settled and I've stopped taking antihistamines which I previously took twice a day to control allergies. I've even stopped taking my thyroid medication for hypothyroidism. It's early days but I don't think I'll be needing them again. I'll be monitoring this with my doctor. There was also a huge bonus that I didn't expect – a wonderful spiritual experience. I had lots of time for self reflection, yoga, meditation and stillness. I know this is just the beginning of a whole new way of living. I'm calm and at peace. I feel amazing! Thank you Sarah”
“I have been to Sarah's detox retreat for 3 years in a row. Every year has been the most wonderful, rewarding, experience which has led to real change, not only physically but also mentally and emotionally. The combination of treatments which include juice fasting and supplements, colonic therapy, restorative yoga, magnesium baths and massage genuinely cleanse my body and mind. My joints become more flexible and less inflamed, reducing or removing pain, stomach bloating disappears and my sinuses clear completely. In addition, my mind and nervous system begin to run at a calmer pace and sleep improves. At the end of the retreat my body and mind have reset, so that I can walk away feeling clear headed, energised, and with a renewed strength to manage the year ahead.”
“The biggest gift anyone can give themselves for a reset and refresh is to place yourself in the trusted hands of Sarah Foley and her team. Each retreat my mind clears and has the space to become creative, my body is lighter and is excited to keep up the healthy habits it craves. Thank you Sarah… looking forward to next time.”
“Sarah is one of the most beautiful, kind and caring people I've ever met. I first came to Sarah's retreats back in 2015 with so many issues! I had fertility problems, a shocking immune system, and what felt like endless digestive issues. As a nurse of many years the first thing I tried was western medicine, it didn't take long to realise they couldn't help me. Now 5 years later I cant remember the last time I had digestive problems, I fell pregnant naturally and gave birth a beautiful little boy. Every retreat I attend I feel like I I'm peeling back layers that reveal an even healthier version of myself, I'm hooked for life! Words will never be able to express my gratitude to White Lotus Cleansing Retreat and I would recommend them in a heartbeat!!”
Pricing
From $2,500AUD
Included:
Extra cost:
Quick Facts
Facilities
Beachfront venue in Byron Bay
Medical & Safety
After the Retreat
Full Naturopathic report to take home. Post-retreat follow up mentioned in testimonials. Online E-Retreat Detoxify program available for at-home use.
Results
Years operating
15 years
Other Retreats in New South Wales

NuYu Total Health Retreats
NuYu Total Health
NuYu Total Health Retreats is a specialist weight loss and fitness retreat provider operating in Australia, Thailand, and Spain. They focus on helping overweight and obese adults of all fitness levels drop fat, get fit, and develop long-term healthy habits through structured programs combining exercise, nutrition, and mindset education. They also offer online programs including a 28 Day Meal Plan for those who cannot attend in person.

Gaia Retreat & Spa
Gaia Retreat & Spa is one of Australia's most awarded boutique luxury wellness retreats, set on 25 acres of Bundjalung Country in the Byron Bay hinterland. For over 20 years, it has offered transformative all-inclusive wellness experiences combining spa treatments, yoga, gourmet cuisine, and nature-based activities. With just 22 rooms, each stay is personalised to individual wellbeing goals.

Cedarvale Health and Lifestyle Retreat
Cedarvale
Established in 1990, Cedarvale is a Christian not-for-profit charity operating two health retreats in NSW and Victoria. Their health programs focus on lasting lifestyle changes and are aimed at preventing and treating lifestyle-related diseases including weight management, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol. Both locations offer boutique accommodations in natural settings with qualified staff support.

SOMA Byron Bay
Lorna Jane
SOMA Byron Bay is a wellness retreat set on 22 acres in the Byron Bay hinterland, blending Vedic meditation, somatic practices, and Lorna Jane's Active Living philosophy. Originally a bamboo farm founded in 2016, it focuses on stillness, connection, and inner reset through movement, nourishment, nature immersion, and expert-led workshops. It is currently undergoing refurbishment and launching a curated retreat calendar in September 2026.