Prepare for Your Visit
From transportation options to suggested packing lists, find everything you need for a seamless retreat experience.
Before You Arrive
Get Retreat Ready
In the weeks leading up to your visit, we recommend abstaining from alcohol, tobacco, artificial sweeteners, and excessive sugar to minimize discomfort and ease the detoxification process.
What to Bring
The Ranch Malibu Packing List
- Clothing that wicks moisture from the skin is recommended. Cotton clothing for exercise and hiking should be avoided unless you bring several to change into on the same day. Consult with your local area hiking outfitter.
- We recommend at least 4 sets of weather-appropriate hiking/fitness/yoga clothes that can be interchangeable, a light to medium fleece-type pullover jacket, and a water-resistant hiking jacket.
- Hydration backpack system with a hip belt, such as a CamelBak or Osprey, that will comfortably hold at least 3 liters/100 oz of water, PLUS room for other personal items (toiletries, sunblock, windbreaker, etc.). Please get properly fitted at the store before purchasing.
- Sun hat, sunglasses (two pairs just in case), and sunblock (we recommend at least SPF 30).
- A bathing suit you feel comfortable exercising in.
- 2 pairs of broken-in hiking or trail running type shoes or boots (with at least 1 month of use). Boots are suggested for anyone who needs ankle support. It is best if the shoe is nylon and not leather for breathability.
- 3 pairs of not-too-thick hiking or running socks. We do not recommend cotton socks, as they cause blisters. Please ask a professional hiking store what they recommend for 10 miles of daily mountain hiking with a light pack, especially if you are not accustomed to hiking.
- We recommend casual clothing that allows you to be comfortable in the evenings, including flip flops or sandals after hikes and beach lunches year-round. Uggs are nice in the cooler months.
- We discourage formal attire, makeup, jewelry, and accessories of high worth or significant sentimental value. We encourage you to pack light and bring only items of necessity.
Arrival & Departure
Plan Your Transportation
Guests will make their own way to The Ranch Malibu on the day of their arrival. We welcome you to arrive after 1:00 pm. The retreat begins at 2:00 pm. We request that you are dressed in your workout clothes and ready to begin at that time. At the conclusion of your stay, we depart The Ranch at 10:00 am and arrive at LAX by 11:30 am. If you plan to use our shuttle service to LAX, we recommend booking a flight that departs at 1:00 pm or later.
Transportation Partners
Getting to The Ranch Malibu
For guests arriving by air, we recommend using our preferred car service, KLS. Be sure to mention The Ranch Malibu for special pricing.
- Reserve by Phone: (310) 247-0804
- Reserve by Email: [email protected]
What to Bring
The Ranch Hudson Valley Packing List
- Clothing that wicks moisture from the skin is recommended. Cotton clothing for exercise and hiking should be avoided unless you bring several to change into on the same day. Consult with your local area hiking outfitter.
- We recommend at least 2–3 sets of weather-appropriate hiking/fitness/yoga clothes that can be interchangeable, a light to medium fleece-type pullover jacket, a water-resistant hiking jacket and waterproof pants such as a cross-country ski pant for the colder or rainy seasons.
- Hydration backpack system with a hip belt, such as a CamelBak or Osprey, that will comfortably hold at least 3 liters/100 oz of water, PLUS room for other personal items (toiletries, sunblock, windbreaker, etc.). Please get properly fitted at the store before purchasing.
- Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunblock (we recommend at least SPF 30).
- A bathing suit
- 1 pair of broken-in hiking or trail running shoes (with at least 1 month of use). It is best if the shoe is nylon and not leather for breathability.
- 2 pairs of not-too-thick hiking or running socks. We do not recommend cotton socks, as they cause blisters. Please ask a professional hiking store what they recommend for 10 miles of daily mountain hiking with a light pack, especially if you are not accustomed to hiking.
- We recommend casual clothing that allows you to be comfortable in the evenings. UGGs and additional layers are suggested in the cooler months.
- We discourage formal attire, makeup, jewelry, and accessories of high worth or significant sentimental value. We encourage you to pack light and bring only items of necessity.
Arrival & Departure
Plan Your Transportation
Guests will make their own way to The Ranch Hudson Valley on the day of their arrival. The retreat begins at 1:00 pm. Guests are welcome to arrive between noon and 1:00 pm. We request that you are dressed in your workout clothes and ready to begin at that time. At the conclusion of your stay, we depart The Ranch Hudson Valley at 10:00 am, and arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) by 11:30 am. If you plan to use our shuttle service to EWR, we recommend booking a flight that departs at 1:00 pm or later.
Transportation Partners
Getting to The Ranch Hudson Valley
For guests arriving by air, we recommend using our preferred car service, KLS. Be sure to mention The Ranch Hudson Valley for special pricing. Alternatively, guests can take an Uber. For those who wish to take the train or bus, we can arrange for pick-up and drop-off at the Sloatsburg train station or bus stop.
- Reserve By Phone: (332) 233-7788
- Reserve By Email: [email protected]
If you are coming from the tri-state area, helicopter service can be arranged through BLADE, with preferred pricing for guests of The Ranch. Enjoy convenient departures from locations in New York City, New Jersey, Long Island, and Westchester, and land directly on our lawn.
- Reserve by Phone: (844) 359-2523
- Reserve by Email: [email protected]
Digital Detox
WiFi and Cell Service
Cell phone reception and Wi-Fi at our Malibu and Hudson Valley locations are limited to your room or guest cottage. To respect everyone’s desire to unplug and be present, we ask that you only make phone calls or send emails in your room.
