A peaceful retreat centred around perpetual adoration and the Benedictine rhythm of prayer, this monastic community in the Bombay hills welcomes visitors from all walks of life for contemplation and quiet renewal. The community gathers seven times daily for the Liturgy of the Hours, beginning at 5.30am with Nocturns and concluding at 8pm with Compline, alongside daily singing of Holy Mass and continuous adoration before the Blessed Sacrament. Carvings on site tell stories of local heritage and faith, and visitors can arrange personal retreats, which must be booked by telephone. The chapel also hosts weddings and moments of quiet prayer.
Guests frequently speak of the profound spiritual stillness and natural beauty, noting the gentle presence of free-roaming hens and cats across the grounds, as well as the intimate atmosphere of the small chapel. It particularly suits anyone seeking quiet meditation or personal time away from daily bustle. Set along Chamberlain Road in Bombay, Franklin, it stands out as a unique sanctuary in the rural countryside south of Auckland. Our pick in Bombay for quiet spiritual retreat and contemplation.