What is mumcation

Mumcation: an all inclusive Maldives wellness retreat for mums

What is Mumcation?

Mumcation at Club Med Kani is a 5-night, mums only, all-inclusive wellness retreat in the Maldives for Australian mums who are tired of carrying the mental load. From the moment you land in Malé, transfers, meals, drinks, activities and mums only workshops are organised, so you don’t have to plan a thing. Enquire now >

Why this Mumcation?

  • All-inclusive resort stay: no decisions, no surprise bills.
  • Mums only program focused on mental load, guilt and identity beyond motherhood.
  • Private island in the Maldives with spa and activities in one place.

Join our Mumcation

A mums only wellness retreat Workshops & activities

1 - Your 5-night Mumcation at a glance

View from the air, of Kani

Next Mumcation: 5–10 November 2026

Key inclusions

  • Return transfers from Malé airport to the resort and back
  • All meals, snacks and open bar
  • Daily and nightly entertainment
  • Sports and activities on the island*
  • Three half-day wellness workshops
  • One 30-minute custom massage
  • Club Med Kids (childcare)
  • Welcome cocktail event with the Mumcation group
  • Mandatory tourism taxes

Additional November dates may be added based on demand. If these dates don’t work, you can join the waiting list on the Join the waiting list >.

Kids in Kani

For mums who are tired of carrying it all

If you’re the one who remembers every appointment, school note and detail at home and at work, this retreat was built for you.

  • For mums who do the planning and emotional labour for everyone else.
  • Five days without guilt, decision fatigue or “always on” mode.
  • Surrounded by mums who live the same reality and are ready to exhale too.

If leaving your kids behind is the only thing stopping you, there are options for them to enjoy the resort while you focus on your own reset.

Mumcation in bintan

Why Club Med Kani is ideal for a mumcation

Club Med Kani is a private island resort in the Maldives, with white sand beaches, and everything within a short walk.

Perfect for mums because:

  • Short speedboat transfer from Malé (about 25 minutes).
  • Rooms, restaurants, bar, pool, spa and activities all on one island.
  • Snorkelling, paddle boarding, yoga, fitness classes and evening shows, plus quiet corners to nap or read.

Secure a spot to our next retreat

From 5 to 10 November 2026. Limited spots.

Enquire now

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What last year’s mums brought home from Indonesia

Deborah James

Deborah James

"Wonderful time away learning about wellness, meditation and how to reclaim direction in my life, enhanced by beautiful surroundings, amazing food and wonderful people!

Definitely advise this experience!"

Michelle Bakhos doing sport

Michelle Bakhos

"Mumcation is exactly what a busy woman needs when she is craving time out. It’s a wellness break with a twist: a couple of hours each day with a wonderful facilitator (Tammi), and the rest of the day to relax at the beach or get fit with a never‑ending list of activities, from yoga to trapeze, paddling, and snorkelling. The daily ritual helps structure the day with meaningful reflection before the distractions of activities and parties— all voluntary, of course, which takes the pressure off."

Kate Garvey playing tennis

Kate Garvey

"Returned from the mumcation held at Club Med Bintan, Indonesia, it was truly life changing.
It wasn’t just a holiday, it was a reset for the mind and soul.

I came home feeling relaxed, enlightened, and with a renewed sense of purpose."

Nel Home

Nel Home

"Did not expect to learn so much about myself, my goals, expectations, and priorities as part of the trip. It was also full of laughter and fun!"

3 - How does Mumcation work?

Beach in maldives

From enquiry in Australia to exhale in the Maldives

Step 1 – Enquire & choose your group
Send a quick enquiry, secure your spot on 5–10 November 2026, or ask to be added to the waiting list for future Mumcation dates if you can’t make this trip. Enquire here >

Step 2 – Book flights from Australia
Fly from your closest Australian airport to Malé, usually via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai or Doha.

Step 3 – Speedboat to the island
Your package includes speedboat transfers between Malé and Club Med Kani (around 25 minutes).

Step 4 – Switch off and reset
Meals, drinks, activities and workshops are organised, with plenty of time to rest how you want.

Join the waiting list >

Workshop for mums

Workshops designed for the mental load

Mumcation includes three half day workshops led by Australian wellness coach and author Tammi Kirkness, specialising in nervous system regulation and the mental load of modern motherhood.
You’ll explore:

  • Why your brain never switches off and what the “mental load” really is.
  • Guilt free rest, boundaries and saying yes to yourself.
  • Practical tools to bring home so change lasts beyond the retreat.
Mums in Bintan

A community of mums who get it

Mumcation is intentionally mums only, so you’re surrounded by women who understand mental load, decision fatigue and burnout.

  • Shared meals and optional circles, plus plenty of solo time.
  • Space where you’re not the organiser or default parent.
  • New connections with Australian mums who can stay in touch after the retreat.
Speedboat

Practical details for Australian mums

To reach Mumcation at Club Med Kani, you fly from your nearest Australian airport (for example Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide) to Malé, usually via a major hub such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai or Doha.
From Malé, your package includes a speedboat transfer of around 25 minutes to Club Med Kani.

  • November in the Maldives is warm and tropical, ideal for swimming and beach time.
  • Pack light, breathable clothing, swimwear, resortcasual outfits and a notebook if you like to journal.
  • For current visa and entry info, always check official Australian government travel advice.
Explore Club Med Kani

4 - What’s included (and what’s not)

View from villa

The all-inclusive package

Included in your package

  • All accommodation, meals, snacks and open bar at Club Med Kani.
  • Mumcation program: workshops with Tammi, 30minute massage, hosted activities.
  • Return speedboat transfers Malé–Kani–Malé and mandatory local taxes.
  • Access to Club Med Kani’s kids clubs and family facilities if you choose to bring your children, so they’re cared for while you focus on you

Not included

  • Flights from Australia to and from Malé
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional paid extras marked with * (selected spa, excursions or some water sports, excursions)

Ready to press pause on the mental load?

For once, you don’t have to be the one who plans, remembers and holds everything together.
Say yes to five days where everything is organised for you, with other mums who understand exactly why you needed this.

Do you know a mum that would be interested?

Invite a mum who needs a break. Because she deserves it!

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Why Mumcation vs other retreats or “do it yourself” DIY holidays?

AudienceFocusPricingPlanningCommunity
Mumcation at Club Med KaniMums onlyMental load, guilt, identity beyond motherhoodAll inclusive, clear upfrontOne enquiry, island organisedAustralian mums with shared reality
Typical wellness retreatMixed guestsGeneral wellnessOften add onsCompare operatorsMixed, short term
DIY Maldives holidayAnyoneJust “getting away”Pay as you goResearch everythingMostly independent

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