Goenka tradition · Asia-Pacific
Dhamma Bhumi
Blackheath, New South Wales, Australia
Founded
1983
Capacity
120 students
Tradition
Goenka tradition
Languages
English, Hindi
About this center
Australian Vipassana Centre in the Blue Mountains 100 km west of Sydney. Forest setting at altitude. Primary Goenka center for Eastern Australia. Continuous 10-day courses, regular long courses. Pleasant climate most of the year. Strong NRI community sits here.
How to reach
- Nearest airport
- Sydney (SYD) — 110 km
- Nearest railway
- Blackheath — 5 km
- Climate
- Mountain — cool, occasional snow
- Best season
- September to May
Before you apply
Cool mountain nights even in summer — bring warm layers. Strong Sydney NRI sangha for Hindi support.
New to Vipassana? Read the full guide before applying — the 10-day course expects you to know what you are committing to.
Apply for a course
Applications go directly to Dhamma Bhumi. Darshya does not handle bookings — the center reviews each applicant personally. The course itself is donation-based (no fee).