Vajrapani Institute

"Best Places for peace. Also Lord Buddha thought give you positive energy."

"Stayed here for a 3 day silent/private retreat during winter. It is 1 hr drive south of San Jose Everything I needed to decompress and reassess what is most important. -Mountain spring water -Heated room and bathroom -tasty healthy vegetarian food brought to your stay -beautiful trails -rejuvenating -peaceful -quiet -high vibration -plenty of literature to reference lifetime pros on meditation from beginner-fundamentals to advanced deep diving. -yoga deck (maybe for warmer weather) I’ve gone to many places that look nice and new but seem to lack something. I felt the heart, intention, and sincerity built in this place. It feels like a home away from home. Perfect staycation with ethereal vibes."

"I stumbled upon this beautiful place after driving a couple miles on a semi-paved Kings Creek Road. It is a Tibetan Buddhist retreat in the redwood forest, similar to its "sister" retreat called Land of Medicine Buddha in Soquel. It is now (11/2020) closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The staff was gracious enough to allow me to wander around the stupa area and take some pix. You may not be that lucky."

"From the moment I arrived at Vajrapani, I felt an immediate sense of peace and calm. The staff warmly greeted me and showed me around the grounds. I camped during my retreat and I loved it. The silence for 5 days was such a relief for my soul. The food was nutritious and delicious! I gleaned so much from our meditation teacher and really saw a deepening in my understanding of meditation. I left deeply trusting the center with the types of teachers that they fly in from around the world. The majestic towering redwoods and the various trails and paths brought me great joy during my stay. I would definitely recommend doing a retreat at Vajrapani and I will definitely return!"