Scrolling TikTok with a celery juice in hand is not detoxing. It is digital denial. A real reset looks more like Pete Evans hosting immersive fasting and wellness retreats at Evolve Sanctuary, tucked deep in the Byron hinterland beneath Wollumbin Mount Warning.
Across the year, Pete leads fasting retreats, men’s-only programs, women’s wellness weekends, cooking immersions, and themed retreats including Bitcoin & Wellness, all designed around metabolic health, nervous system repair, and disciplined simplicity. This is not performative wellness. It is structured, intentional time away from noise, caffeine, screens, and stress, guided by clear protocols in a setting built for genuine recalibration.
Expect stillness, movement, nature immersion, mineral-rich nourishment, and the kind of clarity that does not come from another productivity hack.
Location
Evolve Sanctuary
Far Northern NSW hinterland (exact address provided upon booking)
NSW 2484
Dates
Dates
Next scheduled Fasting retreat: Fri 30 Jan – Tue 3 Feb 2026
Status: Now taking bookings
Frequency: Seasonal
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Facilitator: Pete Evans
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Website: evolvesanctuary.com
Other Events
Women’s Wellness Retreat: Fri 13 Mar – Sun 15 Mar 2026
Status: Now taking bookings
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Bitcoin & Wellness Retreat: Fri 20 Mar – Sun 22 Mar 2026
Status: Now taking bookings
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Cooking Retreat: Fri 27 Feb – Sun 1 Mar 2026
Status: Now taking bookings
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Frequency: Seasonal
Duration: Varies by retreat
Website: evolvesanctuary.com
Price
All inclusive package: accommodation, fasting program, daily workshops and sanctuary access
Package cost for Fasting Retreat: From $2,500 per person
Availability: Strictly limited cabins | Adults only
Cabins Built For Deep Rest
Seven freshly renovated eco cabins blend rainforest calm with minimalist comfort. Each includes a queen bed from The Natural Bedding Company, a private bathroom with a spring fed shower, and a balcony overlooking lush rainforest.
Photo Credit: JET RE / Evolve Sanctuary - eco-cabins in the Northern Rivers hinterland, featuring newly renovated one-bedroom cabins with private bathrooms, spring-fed showers, and eco-linen queen beds. Outdoor communal dining area with wood-fired oven and rainforest surrounds.
Fasting Done Right
Under Pete Evans’ guidance, guests fast on a rotation of cold-pressed juices, healing broths and pristine spring water designed to spark autophagy, lighten the liver and calm the mind.
Expect To:
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Learn fasting fundamentals and daily protocols
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Reconnect to natural hunger and energy rhythms
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Experience guided movement, meditation and sauna sessions
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Break your fast with mineral-rich broths and local produce
Photo credit: JET RE/Evolve Sanctuary – Yoga studio surrounded by rainforest greenery, featuring timber floors, meditation props and soft natural light.
Getting There
Guests arrange their own transport.
Coolangatta Gold Coast: 1 hour
Ballina: 1 hour 15 minutes
Brisbane: 2 hours south
Murwillumbah: 25 minutes
Exact address and directions are provided upon booking. Car hire is recommended.
The BioHax Take
Five days, four nights, no emails, no espresso, no noise. Just rainforest, ritual and reset. Between magnesium dips, ice plunges and fasting highs, you find a version of yourself that does not need caffeine to function or chaos to feel alive.
Who It’s For
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Fasting first timers and detox devotees
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Entrepreneurs and overachievers needing a hard reset
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Couples or friends seeking a clean start to the year
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Anyone craving silence, sunlight and a system reboot
What’s On Offer
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Five day juice, broth and water fasting program
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Daily movement and breathwork sessions
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Access to sauna, ice bath, float tank and magnesium pool
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Private eco cabins with queen beds and spring fed showers
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Optional corporate or group packages
- Every feature is tuned for cellular repair, nervous system downshift and full body restoration.
Photo credit: JET RE/Evolve Sanctuary - Infrared sauna, ice bath and magnesium pool set within a rainforest recovery zone in the Northern Rivers hinterland.
Sustainability Snapshot
Evolve runs on its own spring water, sources produce from Northern Rivers growers and designs every detail from eco linen bedding to rainwater systems to honour Wollumbin’s ancient ground.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in the retreat price?
Accommodation, the fasting program, daily workshops and guided movement, plus access to the sauna, ice bath, float tank and magnesium pool.
How many guests attend each retreat?
Numbers are intentionally kept small to maintain a calm, supported environment.
Do I need to prepare before arriving?
You’ll receive guidance before the retreat to help you gently transition into fasting.
Are phones or laptops allowed?
Yes, however guests are encouraged to minimise device use to support rest and reset.
What should I pack?
Comfortable clothing, swimwear, a refillable water bottle and any personal essentials.
Are there medical staff onsite?
This is a wellness retreat, not a clinical program. Guests should ensure fasting is appropriate for them prior to attending.
Who should not attend?
If you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or are currently under medical care, please seek professional advice before booking.
What if I’m travelling from interstate?
Guests arrange their own transport. Exact directions are provided upon booking.
Is there a waitlist if dates are sold out?
Yes. Guests can join the waitlist and will be contacted if a place becomes available.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full terms are provided during the booking process.
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