Events & Venue

Bring your next event into the forest.

Tell us your event idea, expected group size, and requirements, and we will discuss suitable arrangements together.

Set in the forested hills of Balik Pulau, Penang, Shui Mu Living brings together accommodation, nature and sound experiences for group events. Independent facilitators, course organisers and businesses planning team activities are all welcome to get in touch.

You can lead your own course or discuss a programme that brings together the forest setting and sound experiences. Group size, venue conditions, equipment and packages are confirmed according to your event needs.

Weekday Private Retreat

Weekday Private Retreat

Weekdays only · Six rooms · Up to 16 guests · All-inclusive private stay

Private Retreat · A

Package A · 2 Days / 1 Night

RM3,888

Whole property / entire package

  • One night's accommodation in all six rooms
  • 3 nourishing meals
  • Group gong sound experience
  • Forest walks and nature experiences
  • Quiet morning meditation
  • Herbal Foot Soak
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Private Retreat · B

Package B · 3 Days / 2 Nights

RM5,888

Whole property / entire package

  • Two nights' accommodation in all six rooms
  • 6 nourishing meals
  • Group gong sound experience
  • Forest walks and nature experiences
  • Morning meditation and breathing exercises
  • Herbal Foot Soak
  • Tea time and free time to rest
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Ideal for getaways with close friends, women's groups, corporate teams, trips with friends, family gatherings, private classes, or workshops.

Standard capacity: 16. Regular stays can accommodate up to 20 with extra beds, subject to bed and fee confirmation. Weekday Private Retreat packages remain limited to 16.

Forest Gatherings

Into the forest together. Memories to keep.

Friends beneath red lanterns in the forest
Balik Pulau & downtown private charter tour design

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Explore Balik Pulau

Stay at Shui Mu Living. Discover the beauty of Balik Pulau, too.

Sunset over the hills at Shui Mu Living

Staying in the hills and dreaming of sunsets, cafés and seafood? Let us take care of the transport.

Shui Mu Living can arrange a private vehicle and driver for a relaxed trip around Balik Pulau and nearby attractions.

Private charter rate

RM300 and up

Minimum 4 hours · Beyond 4 hours, each additional hour RM60

  • Up to 4 guests
  • Choose your own combination of stops
  • Book at least 1 day ahead
  • Private vehicle & driver

Reference charter prices

4 hours

RM300

5 hours

RM360

6 hours

RM420

8 hours

RM540

Paid separately: Admission tickets · Activity fees · Meals & drinks · Personal expenses

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  • Seaside sunsets
  • Cycling through rice fields
  • Mangrove adventures
  • Goat farms, horse riding & ATV experiences
  • Popular cafés & local food
  • Freshly bought, freshly cooked seafood

No rushed itinerary or route planning. Enjoy the journey—we will handle the rest.

Stay in the forest. Discover the landscapes beyond it.

Suitable for

What Events Can We Host?

Wellbeing Workshops

Suitable for singing bowl teachers, gong sound practitioners, meditation facilitators, and yoga teachers. We can discuss sound healing, meditation, wellbeing classes, nature workshops, and retreats.

Venue use, group size and equipment needs are confirmed for each event.

Group Retreats

Discuss a combination of accommodation, meals, nature experiences, and classes. Six guest rooms accommodate 16 guests as standard, or up to 20 with extra beds.

If your group exceeds our overnight capacity, ask us about other accommodation arrangements. Our team will need to confirm what is possible.

Corporate Team Activities

Combine nature experiences, team interaction, meditation, and sound experiences. We can discuss a plan based on your group size, goals, schedule, and budget.

Private Gatherings & Themed Events

Gatherings with friends, themed birthdays, small community meet-ups, private sound experiences, and group activities with a specific theme.

Formats

Event Planning Options

Half-Day Events

For groups seeking a shorter experience, we can discuss the venue, activities, and related services.

Full-Day Events

For a full-day workshop, team event or forest experience, we can discuss activities, meals and venue use to suit your needs.

2 Days / 1 Night or 3 Days / 2 Nights

Retreats that bring together accommodation, classes, nature experiences, and group connection.

These are event planning ideas, not necessarily established fixed-price packages. The venue, capacity, equipment, and pricing must be confirmed separately.

Group sound workshop
For organizers

Bring your idea, and we will shape it into an event together.

Every facilitator has their own teaching approach, and every group has different needs. We do not want a fixed plan to limit what your event can be.

If your event is already planned, share your dates, group size, venue and accommodation needs. If you are still developing the idea, tell us what you have in mind and we can explore a suitable direction together.

We welcome thoughtful partners with clear event goals who respect the venue and the natural environment.

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