Australia’s Leading Biohacking Health Retreat: My Experience at Eden
- Camilla Thompson
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
I recently visited Eden Health Retreat, tucked away in the breathtaking Currumbin Valley. And honestly… it’s hard to put the experience into words.
Eden isn’t just a luxury escape. It’s a sanctuary of healing. A haven for stillness. A place where the nervous system can finally exhale.
No phones. No noise. Just the sound of birdsong, the rustling of rainforest leaves, and the steady pulse of your own breath. For a biohacker, it felt like finding the motherlode: nature meets cutting-edge science in the most grounded, nurturing way imaginable.
Nature: The Original Biohack
Before we dive into the tech, let’s start with Eden’s greatest gift — nature. This place is surrounded by ancient rainforest, flowing rivers, and hidden waterfalls. The energy here is palpable. It holds you. Grounds you. Elevates you.
As someone who’s constantly researching longevity and optimal health, I left reminded that the most powerful reset often comes from the simplest source: being barefoot in nature, off the grid, with time to think, feel and just be.
The New Vitality Centre: Where Biohacking Meets Bliss
Eden has raised the bar with its new Vitality Centre — a world-class wellness hub offering some of the most advanced recovery and regeneration technologies available in Australia. Here's what I tried:
Cryotherapy: A few minutes of freezing exposure that left me buzzing. It’s known to reduce inflammation, improve skin tone, increase metabolism and flood your system with feel-good endorphins. It was the perfect icy jolt to reset body and brain.
ZeroBody Dry Float Therapy: Imagine floating effortlessly on 400 litres of warm water without getting wet. I felt my body completely let go. This therapy activates the parasympathetic nervous system and promotes deep rest — the kind of rest most of us haven’t felt in years.
AirPod Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber: This was a game changer. Breathing in 35% more oxygen while listening to music or meditating — it supercharged my energy and focus. The added hydrogen therapy targets oxidative stress and supports longevity.
O2 Breathing & Meditation Chair: This one surprised me. Gentle warmth, guided breathwork, and subtle massage had me melting into the moment. It’s a nervous system whisperer.
Infrared Sauna: Deep, penetrating heat that helps detoxify, ease pain, and boost circulation. I felt lighter and clearer after each session.
Lutronic Healite II LED Phototherapy: A mix of red and yellow light that supports collagen production, reduces inflammation, and lifts mood. My skin glowed and my energy felt noticeably better.
Multiple Finnish Sauna's and Ice baths: Hot/cold contrast therapy is a core part of my routine, and Eden delivers. Their thermal facilities are next level — clean, inviting, and beautifully integrated with nature.
Cryotherapy 
ZeroBody DryFloat Bed
No phones meant more creativity. More connection. More presence. While at Eden, I wrote a poem to capture the beauty of the place and the generosity of the people who work there:
The Essence of Eden
Reflections ripple through the river,
Swaddled by nature.
Ancient ferns – vibrant, alive.
Whispering waterfalls.
A safe, secluded sanctuary.
Space to breathe.
To expand.
Sunlight filtering through the trees.
Hearts cracked open wide.
Joy. Love. Peace.
Sunrise to birdsong.
Walking, talking.
Stories shared.
Emotions held.
Learning. Growing.
Nourished. Nurtured.
Slowing down,
Bathing in stillness.
Time to think.
To feel.
Gratitude for life.
Cups full.
Humble, happy humans,
Holding you close.
Moonlit stars.
Farewell flames flicker.
This is living.
In the magic of Eden.
Final Thoughts
Eden blends ancient healing with modern science, in a place that feels like a deep exhale. I left feeling calm, clear, creative — and most importantly, reconnected to myself.
If you're looking to future-proof your health, explore biohacking, and give yourself the gift of time, space and deep nourishment… Eden is where I’d start.
A place to return to. A place to remember who you are.
