Mindfulness Yoga Retreat Sri Lanka
- 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
Airport transfer available: Bandaranaike International Airport (US$ 65 per person)
- 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
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.
Activities
- Cooking classes
- Swimming
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Balcony
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lounge
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
- Daily guided yoga and meditation sessions
- Daily guided yoga and meditation sessions
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.
- Airport transfers (can be arranged at an additional charge)
- 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
Arrival by train
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.
Arrival by taxi
Plantation Villa is conveniently located about a one-and-a-half-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). They offer airport transfers in a hotel car for 65 USD, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free journey to the villa. The service is available 24/7.
- A reservation requires a deposit of 16% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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