5 Day Meditation and Yoga Retreat with Ayurvedic Meals in Kalutara, Western Province
Mindfulness Yoga Retreat Sri Lanka
Rejuvenate your mind and body with daily yoga and meditation sessions in the tranquil surroundings of Kalutara. Savor a variety of Ayurvedic meals and snacks, thoughtfully prepared to nourish your body and balance your doshas. Engage in Ayurvedic talks and workshops designed to help you achieve optimal wellness and deepen your understanding of holistic health.
Experience the transformative power of mindfulness practices each day, leaving you refreshed and energized. Connect with like-minded individuals on a shared journey to enhance overall well-being, creating lifelong friendships and lasting memories.
- 4 Nights of Comfortable Accommodation: Relax and unwind in serene, well-appointed rooms that provide the perfect retreat.
- Daily Guided Yoga and Meditation Sessions: Rejuvenate your mind and body with expertly led sessions designed to enhance your well-being.
- Meals Prepared Using Organic Ingredients: Savor nourishing meals crafted from fresh, organic ingredients that support your health and vitality.
- Attend Talks on Yoga and Ayurveda Philosophy: Gain valuable insights into yoga, Ayurveda, and healthy living, with discussions on improving daily habits and more.
- Participate in a Cookery Class: Learn to prepare delicious Ayurvedic dishes using natural, wholesome ingredients.
- Enjoy Seasonal Activities: Immerse yourself in the local culture with activities such as vegetable and fruit picking, rubber tapping, and paddy harvesting.
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Hatha
- Restorative
5 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Sinhalese, Portugese
Airport transfer available: Bandaranaike International Airport (US$ 65 per trip)
- Check-in Time: 14:00
- Check-out Time: 11:00
Spa
Swimming pool (outdoor)
Barbeque facilities
Dining area
Environmentally friendly
Garden
Kitchen
Terrace
Yoga shala
Tour assistance
Step back in time and experience the colonial charm of our 150-year-old villa, originally the residence of the village chief. Lovingly renovated in 2015/2016, the villa now features a welcoming living room, an elegant dining hall, a spacious veranda, and an open living area that invites you to relax and unwind.
Our property includes both the main villa and the lodge, just a short 1-minute walk apart. The lodge, once the home of the colonial treasurer’s first resident, complements the villa, which was built by his son to accommodate his growing family. The villa offers 8 rooms—2 luxury suites with both air conditioning and ceiling fans, and large double bathrooms featuring a jacuzzi tub and rain shower, as well as 6 deluxe rooms with both air conditioning and ceiling fans. Additionally, the lodge offers a selection of standard rooms equipped with ceiling fans, and deluxe rooms with both air conditioning and fans, providing a slightly higher level of comfort than the standard rooms.
Each space has been thoughtfully restored to blend contemporary comfort with colonial elegance, ensuring that every guest feels at home. The lodge’s rooms are all beautifully furnished and feature luxurious bathrooms, complementing the overall charm and comfort of your stay.
At Plantation Villa, you’ll experience a truly unique holiday, immersed in nature and guided by ancient Vedic traditions and mindfulness practices. Here, you’ll find complete relaxation and inner peace, far from the typical activity-packed or spa holidays. The retreat offers a natural environment free of man-made distractions, allowing you to turn inward and explore your emotions and cognitive behavior patterns—areas often neglected in modern life. With expert guidance, you’ll gain a deeper awareness of your inner self and its impact on your physical well-being.
(Please note this timetable is indicative and timings may change slightly from time to time)
Daily schedule
- 06:30 – 07:30: Yoga
- 07:30 – 09:00: Breakfast
- 09:00 – 12:30: Ayurvedic treatments (for those on treatment packages). Other guests may also take morning walks in the village or swim before treatment.
- 12:30 – 14:30: Lunch
- 14:30 – 17:00: Rest or participate in afternoon activities, including plantation walks, tree planting, cookery classes, and talks with yoga teachers or doctors.
- 15:30: Afternoon tea & snack
- 17:00: Evening yoga
- 18:00: Evening guided meditation
- 18:30 – 19:30: Dinner
- 19:30 – 20:00: Discussions with the Ayurvedic doctor or yoga teacher on Ayurveda, yoga, philosophy, special meditations, or other activities
Ayurveda and Yoga
Experience the ultimate in relaxation and wellness with this Ayurveda and yoga retreat. Drawing from centuries of wisdom, the Ayurveda treatments are tailored to your individual needs and complemented by yoga and meditation practices. Ayurveda emphasizes balance in all aspects of life—diet, lifestyle, and thought patterns—to prevent illness and promote well-being. The yoga and meditation classes help restore harmony in mind, body, and spirit, allowing you to overcome personal challenges and reach your full potential.
During this retreat, you will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of daily afternoon activities, including:
- Guided walks in the plantation and paddy fields to immerse yourself in nature
- Cookery demonstrations to learn new recipes and techniques
- Discussions about yoga philosophy, Ayurveda, meditation, and other wellness topics to deepen your knowledge and understanding
- Seasonal vegetable and fruit picking activities to experience farm-to-table living (seasonal)
- Seasonal rubber tapping or paddy harvesting to learn about traditional agriculture practices (seasonal)
Nestled in the heart of the tranquil village of Nehinna on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Plantation Villa offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Guests can immerse themselves in a lush, idyllic countryside setting, surrounded by verdant greenery. The nearby Madu River, one of Sri Lanka’s largest wetlands, and the popular beach town of Bentota are just a short drive away, providing the perfect balance of nature and relaxation.
The property itself spans an expansive 30-acre plantation, cultivating rubber, coconut, cinnamon, and black pepper. It is home to rare local and migratory birds, butterflies, and a diverse array of tropical flora and fauna. The open yoga shala, surrounded by nature, offers an ideal setting for yoga and meditation classes, as well as Buddhist poojas. Plantation Villa specializes in the ancient art of Ayurveda, utilizing nutrition, relaxation, and herbal treatments to heal both body and mind.
Located just 80 kilometers from Colombo, Plantation Villa is the perfect escape from the city, allowing guests to experience the beauty of Sri Lanka’s countryside while indulging in a range of healing practices—all in one unforgettable location.
Activity
- Cooking classes
- Swimming
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Balcony
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Garden
- Lounge
- Balcony
- Kitchen
Services
- Library
At Plantation Villa, we are committed to providing our guests with freshly prepared Ayurvedic meals, thoughtfully designed by our resident Ayurveda doctor and crafted according to Ayurvedic principles. Our menus are created to balance all three doshas, ensuring that each dish supports your overall health and well-being.
- We have a farm to plate policy so our chefs carefully select the freshest ingredients, including organic fruits, vegetables, and herbs, most of which are grown in our own gardens, so without the use of harmful chemicals. These ingredients are combined using traditional Ayurvedic techniques, resulting in meals that are both nourishing and flavorful.
- Whether you’re enjoying a simple lentil soup, a vegetable stir-fry, or a coconut curry, every dish is prepared with your health in mind.
- At Plantation Villa, we believe that food is medicine, and the right combination of ingredients can help balance the body and promote wellness. We invite you to join us and experience the benefits of fresh, Ayurvedic cuisine.
- Our meals are so loved by our guests that we’ve even created a cookbook, allowing you to bring a taste of Plantation Villa home with you.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Organic
- Ayurvedic
- vegetarian
- vegan
- Gluten free
- whole foods
Guests can explore the area by bike or hire a car for the following day trips:
- Sinharaja Natural Rain Forest: Experience the last remaining rainforest in Sri Lanka, perfect for a lush and green hiking adventure.
- Whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa: Partnering with a company dedicated to whale conservation, this early morning trip offers an unforgettable wildlife experience.
- Udawalawe National Park: A superior alternative to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you can observe elephants in their natural habitat.
- Kandy Town and Temple of the Tooth: A must-visit for those interested in the rich art, culture, and religious history of Sri Lanka.
- Local Turtle Hatchery: Learn about turtle conservation and participate in releasing baby turtles into the sea.
- Beaches: Enjoy a picnic at some of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beaches.
- Kalutara Bodhiya: Visit one of Sri Lanka’s most famous temples, featuring a historically significant Pagoda and a Bo Tree over 2,000 years old.
- Galle: Explore this vibrant city, where colonial influences and world heritage sites are still prevalent.
- Warakagoda Temple: Discover an ancient cave temple adorned with Sri Lankan art on its natural rock formations.
- Richmond Castle: A British colonial relic showcasing European architectural influences.
During your free time, enjoy: - Meditation
- Swimming
- Bird watching
- Day trips to local attractions
The resort also occasionally organizes special activities such as Ayurvedic barbecues, outdoor dining evenings, dance or singing performances by local talent, and celebrations of local festivals. At the spa, you can choose from a variety of rejuvenating treatments, including head and foot massages, Panchakarma, Shirodhara, body scrubs, full-body Abhyanga massage, Pinda Sweda, Pichu, and more. For your convenience, all treatments can be easily booked and paid for on-site.
Additional treatments (Not included = charges applicable):
- Abhyanga Massage Therapy
- Akshi Tharpana (Eye Treatment)
- Panchakarma
- Pinda Sweda Massage Therapy
- Shirodhara
- Vashpaswedanam Steam Bath and Inhalation
- Pichu
- Nasya
- Vasti
- Virechana (Therapeutic Purgation)
Whether you are addressing specific health issues or maintaining your well-being, treatments and herbal medicines will be tailored to your constitution and individual requirements. These treatments are designed to promote healing, balance, and rejuvenation – please ask a member of staff for more info during your stay.
- 4 nights of comfortable accommodation
- Daily guided yoga (2.5 hours per day) and meditation
- Ayurvedic meals and snacks provided
- Complimentary water and herbal tea available at all times
- Enjoy scenic walks in the plantation and paddy fields
- Take part in tree-planting activities
- Participate in vegetable/fruit picking activities (seasonal)
- Observe rubber tapping or paddy harvesting (seasonal)
- Learn new cooking techniques with our cookery demonstrations
- Join community project activities
- Attend informative talks about yoga and Ayurveda philosophy, incorporating Ayurveda into daily life, mindfulness and more
- All taxes and service charges are included in the package
- Airport transfers (can be arranged at an additional charge)
- Flights
- Visa
- Insurance
- Treatments
Recommended Airports
CMB
Bandaranaike International Airport
72 kmTransport:
Arrival by Car/Taxi:
Plantation Villa is conveniently located about a 1.5-hour drive from Colombo Airport. We offer airport transfers in our hotel car for $65, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free journey to the villa. Our service is available 24/7
Arrival by public transport:
Alternatively, if you arrive in the daytime, you also have the option to take a train to Kalutara South, followed by a short tuk-tuk ride to the property.
Airport: Bandaranaike International Airport Airport transfer available: Bandaranaike International Airport (US$ 65 per person)
. You can request this in the next step.
- The deposit is non-refundable if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
- A reservation requires a deposit of 15% of the total price.
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5 days / 4 nights
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Private single room
Shared villa – Standard room single occupancy
Private single room
Shared villa – Standard room single occupancy
Room Facilities
- Free toiletries
- Standing / ceiling fan
- Private bathroom
- Shower
Our standard room without AC is the perfect choice for budget-conscious travellers. Equipped with all the essentials you need for a comfortable stay: You also get free access to WIFI INTERNET. The bedroom highlights are as follows: Beautifully decorated colonial rooms Open to patio overlooking our large gardens/jungle Large single beds Modern, recently renovated bathrooms with hot water Fans and well ventilated room Tranquil and peaceful location
Plantation Villa is is a colonial planters bungalow consisting of the main villa and the lodge. The villa consists of eight rooms (two suite rooms and six deluxe rooms) and the dining hall, lounge, verandahs, and spa.
Private single room
Deluxe room single occupancy
Private single room
Shared villa – Deluxe room single occupancy
Room facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Free Wi-Fi / computer
- Standing / ceiling fan
Experience the ultimate comfort in our Deluxe Room. Relax in a spacious and elegantly furnished room with air conditioning – perfect for those hot summer nights. You also get free access to WIFI INTERNET. The bedroom highlights are as follows: Spacious and elegantly decorated room Open to patio overlooking our large gardens/jungle, or in the main villa if preferred (subject to availability) Large comfortable bed with high quality linens Modern, recently renovated bathrooms with hot water Air Conditioned Tranquil and peaceful location.
Plantation Villa is is a colonial planters bungalow consisting of the main villa and the lodge. The villa consists of eight rooms (two suite rooms and six deluxe rooms) and the dining hall, lounge, verandahs, and spa.
Private single room
Shared villa – Suite single occupancy
Private single room
Shared villa – Suite single occupancy
Private double room
Shared villa – Standard room
Private double room
Shared villa – Standard room
Room facilities
- Free toiletries
- Standing / ceiling fan
- Private bathroom
Our standard room without AC is the perfect choice for budget-conscious travellers. Equipped with all the essentials you need for a comfortable stay: You also get free access to WIFI INTERNET. The bedroom highlights are as follows: Beautifully decorated colonial rooms Open to patio overlooking our large gardens/jungle Large single beds Modern, recently renovated bathrooms with hot water Fans and well ventilated room Tranquil and peaceful location
Plantation Villa is is a colonial planters bungalow consisting of the main villa and the lodge. The villa consists of eight rooms (two suite rooms and six deluxe rooms) and the dining hall, lounge, verandahs, and spa.
Private twin room
Deluxe room
Private twin room
Shared villa – Deluxe room
Room facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Room cleaning
- Private bathroom
- Double bed
- Shower
Plantation Villa is is a colonial planters bungalow consisting of the main villa and the lodge. The villa consists of eight rooms (two suite rooms and six deluxe rooms) and the dining hall, lounge, verandahs, and spa.
Private double room
Shared villa – Suite
Private double room
Shared villa – Suite
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