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Group of travellers in straw hats walking along a sandy path beneath tropical trees in Thailand’s culture tour setting
Friends sharing a woven picnic table of Thai-style dishes and dips, with spoons and chopsticks outdoors in Thailand
Thatched-roof Thai-style cottage with arched windows beside a small pond, in a lush garden setting in Thailand
Hands holding rough bark or wood piece while working outdoors near trees, with a worker’s face in soft focus in Thailand
Two people crouching to work clay or soil in a rustic outdoor area, with thatched fencing and greenery in Thailand
Farm visitors holding large hand-dyed fabric panels at a local farm in Chiang Mai, with green trees in the background
Conical hat and blue shirt as a host gestures with red earth dye on their face during an eco-dyeing session in Chiang Mai
Group of travellers in straw hats walking along a sandy path beneath tropical trees in Thailand’s culture tour setting
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Group of travellers in straw hats walking along a sandy path beneath tropical trees in Thailand’s culture tour setting
Friends sharing a woven picnic table of Thai-style dishes and dips, with spoons and chopsticks outdoors in Thailand
Thatched-roof Thai-style cottage with arched windows beside a small pond, in a lush garden setting in Thailand
Hands holding rough bark or wood piece while working outdoors near trees, with a worker’s face in soft focus in Thailand
Group of travellers in straw hats walking along a sandy path beneath tropical trees in Thailand’s culture tour setting
Friends sharing a woven picnic table of Thai-style dishes and dips, with spoons and chopsticks outdoors in Thailand
Thatched-roof Thai-style cottage with arched windows beside a small pond, in a lush garden setting in Thailand
Hands holding rough bark or wood piece while working outdoors near trees, with a worker’s face in soft focus in Thailand
Two people crouching to work clay or soil in a rustic outdoor area, with thatched fencing and greenery in Thailand
Farm visitors holding large hand-dyed fabric panels at a local farm in Chiang Mai, with green trees in the background
Conical hat and blue shirt as a host gestures with red earth dye on their face during an eco-dyeing session in Chiang Mai
Participants planting in a muddy rice paddy during a grounding, earth-building retreat in Chiang Mai, smiling
Guests arranging cloth and natural materials on a table outdoors during eco-dyeing at The Back to Earth Chiangmai, Chiang Mai
Visitors smiling through an earth-built window stained with natural eco-dye, at a Chiang Mai grounding retreat
Visitors gather under a rustic shelter around steaming pots, learning mindful eco-dyeing during a Chiang Mai earth retreat
Hands drop red chillies into a large pot of dark broth while cooking outdoors at a local farm in Chiang Mai
Volunteers tying grass bundles for a thatched roof while working together in a field during earth-building retreat in Chiang Mai
People gather beside an earthen wall during The Back to Earth Chiangmai’s 1-day grounding retreat in Chiang Mai
Farmers tending a small fire beside banana trees, kneeling at the hearth during a local farm experience in Chiang Mai
Local farm cookery scene in Chiang Mai: people stir a steaming cauldron outdoors under a bright red umbrella
Hands wrapping red and yellow fabric with string for eco-dyeing at The Back to Earth Chiangmai in Chiang Mai
Family posing outdoors holding colourful tie-dye cloth panels during the Back to Earth Chiangmai grounding retreat in Chiang Mai
Foot pressing wet clay earth for hands-on earth-building at The Back to Earth Chiangmai grounding retreat in Chiang Mai
Hands tying fabric with twine for eco-dyeing at The Back to Earth Chiangmai grounding retreat in Chiang Mai
Hands pressing and arranging mud bricks into a low structure during a hands-on earth-building session at The Back to Earth Chiangmai in Chiang Mai
Group members kneeling by a row of mud blocks under trees, learning hands-on earth-building techniques at The Back to Earth Chiangmai
Children and adults shaping soil bricks together outdoors at The Back to Earth Chiangmai’s 1‑day earth-building retreat in Chiang Mai
Guest smearing and smoothing wet clay onto an earthen wall, hands working the material at an earth-building retreat in Chiang Mai
Dyed fabric swatches labelled in Thai during eco-dyeing at a 1‑day grounding retreat in Chiang Mai with The Back to Earth Chiangmai
Visitors holding large tie-dye cloth panels outdoors during the Back to Earth Chiangmai grounding retreat in Chiang Mai
Sunlit eco-dyed cloth squares drying on a garden line at an outdoor grounding retreat in Chiang Mai hosted by The Back to Earth Chiangmai
Participants tend a cauldron over open fire with steam under a red umbrella during a Chiang Mai grounding retreat by The Back to Earth Chiangmai
Eco-dyed fabric panels hang to dry on a veranda at a Chiang Mai grounding retreat, hosted by The Back to Earth Chiangmai
Earth-building outdoors at The Back to Earth Chiangmai, Chiang Mai: participants kneel by an earthen work area under banana leaves
Close-up of a rough broken wooden branch with dark bark, against blurred greenery during a Chiang Mai grounding retreat
Earth-building workshop at The Back to Earth Chiangmai, Chiang Mai: participants kneel and mix mud under bamboo scaffolding
Grounding retreat at The Back to Earth Chiangmai, Chiang Mai: small group seated in a circle indoors for mindfulness
Smiling visitors in wide-brim hats inside a rustic shelter at The Back to Earth Chiangmai, Chiang Mai, during the retreat
White earthen house with arched window and wooden door, corrugated roof over a garden courtyard at The Back to Earth Chiangmai
Earth-built bedroom with a low bed and mosquito net inside a Chiang Mai grounding retreat, focused on mindfulness and eco-living

1 Day Grounding Retreat | Earth-Building, Mindfulness & Eco-Dyeing

Slow down, get muddy and create with nature
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Up to 12 guests
DURATION
7.5 hours
Booking type
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Reconnect with the earth through mud-building, mindfulness & eco-dyeing
If you’re looking to reconnect with yourself and the natural world around you - this grounding Chiang Mai retreat is made for you.Held at an earth house tucked away from the city, you’ll spend the day learning earthen home-building with mud, rice husk, and bamboo and experimenting with natural dyes to create your own scarf. All workshops are hands-on so be prepared to get a little muddy - it’s all part of reconnecting with nature and even with the childlike side of ourselves! Take a moment to slow down with silent walking and heart-centred meditation, and as the day ends, gather under the trees for soulful music and a singing circle. This retreat was started by Seek Sophie host Adul, who after seeing the burden of home loans and debt, wanted a simpler way living. He built his first house with mud and local materials, using only his own hands and no debt. Since then, Adul has grown his own food, dyed his own clothes, and cared for his health with traditional medicine. Thoughtful and grounded, he now shares this way of life with visitors, showing that a more meaningful, low-impact, and connected life is possible.If you have more time, we highly recommend doing the extended 3D2N retreat where you really get to slow down and immerse yourself in the farmstay.What to ExpectLearn earthen home-building techniques using natural materials like mud, rice husk, and bambooTry natural dyeing and tie-dye to create your very own eco-friendly scarfPractice silent walking meditation, followed by a heart-based guided seated meditationEnd the day with a soulful music and singing circle surrounded by natureLunch, fresh fruits and drinks are provided throughout the dayTransport from and back to Chiang Mai Old City includedGood to KnowAll workshops are hands-on—be prepared to get your clothes and feet a little muddy!Suitable for all fitness levels, but do wear comfy footwear and clothes you don’t mind getting dirtyYou’ll need to bring your own fabric or clothing item for the natural dye sessionIf you're staying outside of Chiang Mai Old City, transport is not includedNo accommodation is providedThe terrain is flat and easy to walk around, although you’ll be standing or sitting on the floor for some workshop sessions, so bring a water bottle and wear something breathable for the heat. No prior experience needed—just an open heart and a curious mind.

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Two people crouching to work clay or soil in a rustic outdoor area, with thatched fencing and greenery in Thailand
Reconnect with yourself and the earth
Close-up of hands working with natural materials during a Chiang Mai grounding retreat with The Back to Earth Chiangmai
Build using mud, rice husk and bamboo
Visitors holding large tie-dye cloth panels outdoors during the Back to Earth Chiangmai grounding retreat in Chiang Mai
Make your own scarf with natural dyes
Sunset over a quiet pond with silhouettes of bare trees and distant hills, a peaceful grounding retreat scene near Chiang Mai
Grounding meditation walks
Friends sharing a woven picnic table of Thai-style dishes and dips, with spoons and chopsticks outdoors in Thailand
Lunch + Transportation Included

What You’ll be Doing

Earthen home-building, natural dye workshop & meditation for inner peace
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What’s Included

Three workshops: earthen home building, natural fabric dyeing, and meditation
Hands-on practice using natural materials for earth home building
Creation and take-home of a self-made naturally dyed scarf
Guided walking and seated meditation sessions
Participation in a community music and singing circle
Provided lunch, drinks and fruits
Pick up and drop off in Chiang Mai Old City
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Start Point

Free pick-up from Chiang Mai Old Town(Old City, Thailand)
  • 08:30am

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
09:30AM - 05:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Pet-Friendly
  • Vegetarian food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

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    Cancel 7 days before activity for a full refund

What to Pack

  • Camera or journal (to capture the experience)
  • Closed-toe shoes (for workshops and walking around)
  • Comfortable clothing (for hands-on activities)
  • Flip-flops or sandals
  • Hat or cap
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medications
  • Sunscreen & lip balm
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Adul started his journey nearly 20 years ago with a simple question—can we live well without falling into long-term debt? Inspired by people in his community burdened by home loans, he decided to build his own house using earth and local materials. That first home, built with his own hands and no debt, set the tone for everything that followed. Since then, Adul has grown his own food, dyed his own clothes, and taken care of his health with traditional medicines. He now shares this way of life with others—welcoming visitors to learn about sustainable living, slow living, and self-reliance. Thoughtful and grounded, Adul quietly shows that a more meaningful, low-impact life really is possible.
Experience: 26 years
Speaks: Basic English
Acceptance rate: 60%
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