7 Day Yoga Retreat, Massage, and Excursion in Bentota, Sri Lanka
Yoga Retreat in Sri Lanka
Yoga is mainly practiced in the river view yoga shala, which is essentially an open-sided to mangrove jungle that brings to you morning fresh air and gentle breeze. There will be basic and advanced training in yoga according to your level and relaxing time.
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Highlights
- Morning meditation sessions
- Daily morning and evening yoga classes
- Trip to Island Temple, cannoning
- Breakfast and dinner
- Water and herbal tea
- 3 day full body massage (1 hour)
- 6 night accommodation in River view room with attached bathroom
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Bandaranaike International Airport (US$ 56 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Dining area
- Garden
- Yoga deck
Mangrove Villa Yoga Retreat consists of three cottages and two comfortable bungalow rooms. All rooms have a beautiful garden and river view.
There are comfortable chairs on the veranda for you to enjoy the scenic beauty and specially designed sunbeds that will let you relax under mangroves in a peaceful environment while you feel the natural breeze of the Bentota River.
With only five rooms, the number of guests is limited to six to 12 people. This allows Mangrove Villa Yoga Retreat to fully concentrate on you and your special needs.
Program
Daily schedule
- 07:30 - 09:00 Yoga and meditation
- 09.00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 16.00 Ayurvedic treatment or free time. Guests can do some excursions or relax on the beach or renting a bike and visit sight seeing, canoe also available for who likes to explore the Bentota river
- 16:00 - 17:00 Yoga
- 18:30 - 20:30 Dinner
Included excursions
- Bentota River safari
- Turtle hatchery
- Temples
Instructors
Asela de silva
Silva is your yoga instructor. He is certified by Yoga Alliance and he has vast experience in this field of more than 12 years.
Retreat location
This retreat will take place in Bentota, a coastal town in Sri Lanka, located in the Galle District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 65 kilometers south of Colombo and 56 kilometers north of Galle.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
The food in Mangrove Villa Yoga Retreat is almost entirely vegan, naturally gluten-free, with an abundance of fresh vegetables, organic red rice, and tropical fruit. Their specially-designed garden consists of organic vegetables, fruits, spices, and herbs. The majority of the food that is served to you comes directly from the organic garden.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
Available treatments at Mangrove Villa
You will receive the below treatments according to the doctor's consultation.
1. Head massage (Shiro Abhyanga)
Experience a most soothing head massage with Shiro Abhyanga. Not only does this treatment nourish and lubricate your hair roots, but it also increases the release of hormones and enzymes necessary for the growth of the brain as well as giving you complete relaxation.
2. Facial massage (Muka Abhyanba - Massage, scrub, face pack, scalp stimulation, facial steam, or toner)
Drawing on the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, Muka Abhyanga is a facial massage that improves skin and deeply relaxes ad nourishes the whole body. This beauty treatment includes a face massage, scrub, face pack, and a rejuvenating herbal steam.
3. Neck and shoulder massage (Griva or Skandha Abhyanga)
Let expert hands soothe your tensed muscles through Griva / Skandha Abhyanga. This neck and shoulder massage releases rheumatic pain, muscular spasms, and stress-related conditions through comprehensive massage techniques after applying a special herbal oil.
4. Aem massage (Bahu Abhyanga)
Bahu Abhyanga is an arm massage that aims to relieve neck pain, headaches, aching shoulders, and tired hands that are caused by tension in your arms. Not only can many of these problems be alleviated but you will also experience absolute relaxation.
5. Hand massage (Hastha Abhyanga)
There are areas in your hands that are associated with various organs and systems within the body. The Hastha Abhyanga concentrates on stimulating these acupuncture points and energy meridians in order to help the body easily manage extra toxins.
5. Leg massage (Nalakini Abhyanga)
The Nalakini Abhyanga leg massage helps relieve and prevent many problems such as varicose veins, tightness, or cramps in muscles after exercise, puffiness or swelling, and fatigue. This is done by stimulating circulation through gentle, but deep massage.
6. Foot massage (Pada Abhyanga - From the foot up to knee)
Relieve acute pain and improve posture and overall health of the organs with Pada Abhyanga, a foot massage that concentrates on the ‘tender spots’ from the foot up to the knee. This massage also helps battle dryness, numbness, and fatigue in legs as well as cracked heels.
7. Powder massage (Udvartana)
Meaning to elevate or to promote, Udvartana improves the condition of the body through upward massage strokes. By cleansing skin and increasing blood circulation, Udvartana breaks down subcutaneous fat storage and stimulates hair follicles as well as promoting weight loss.
8. Body massage (Abhyanga - Neck to Toe)
Enjoy complete relaxation from neck to toe with Abhyanga. This body massage incorporates different types of Ayurveda oils and a steam or herbal bath to promote the well-being of both mind and body. Results include general rejuvenation and relieving of body aches and pains.
9. Back massage (Paschima Abhyanga)
Using special “pain reducing herbal oils”, Paschima Abhyanga aims to tackle backaches and tensed, knotted muscles on the back and along the spine. The results of this back massage include alleviating aches and pains, reducing stress levels, and benefitting the nervous system.
9. Piccichil
Gentle but highly effective, Piccichil is a special massage that is conducted under medical supervision. Prescribed for general health, rejuvenation, and rheumatic conditions, Piccichil is carried out by pouring oil onto the body followed by soft yet potent strokes.
10. Herbal steam bath (Vashpa Swedha)
Be rejuvenated with the goodness of a variety of herbs used in Vashpa Swedha. This is a special procedure of sudation that cleanses the skin and leaves it fresh and supple. Offered with an Abhyanga or an Udvarthana treatment, it is used in combating acne and congested skin.
11. Navarakizhi
Reduce cholesterol, relieve arthritis and ease your aches and pains with Navarakizhi. This intense treatment involves fomentation of the body using a bolus of cooked rice dipped in warm milk then applied all over the body using gentle yet effective massage techniques.
12. Body wrap (Sharira Ubtan)
Be cocooned in a cooling herb paste that will relieve sunburnt and dry, damaged skin. The Sharira Ubtan body wrap has the power to cool any skin condition caused by hot weather and leaves you with revitalized bodily tissues.
13. Nasal Inhalation (Nasna)
Get rid of sinuses with Nasna. This is a nasal inhalation treatment that is used in clearing away excess bodily humors or fluids accumulated in the throat, sinus, nose, or head.
14. Nasal Therapy (Nasya)
Nasya is a nasal therapy that will give you a number of benefits ranging from cleansing sinus cavities, promoting sleep or relaxation, and reducing dark circles around the eyes. The therapy involves administering medicated powders or liquid drops into the nasal cavity.
15. Pichu
A slight variation of Shirovasti, the Pichu is a treatment that combats ailments affecting the region above your neck and of the cranial nerves. In a Pichu treatment, you will undergo an application of special oil as well as an herbal bath.
16. Urovasti
If you are experiencing chest pains, Urovasti is the treatment for you. In this, a small receptacle of black gram paste is placed on the chest to which oil will be poured over and kept for some time in order to treat pain in the sternum.
17. Kativasti
Kati means the central body and Vasti means a container, thus Kativasti is a treatment that is concentrated on relieving pain and stiffness in the lower back. This is done by placing a receptacle of gram dough on the lower back into which a special oil is slowly poured into.
18. Hwarbal Snana (Bath)
In many parts of Asia, cleansing the body is considered a sacred ritual. This is where Herbal Snana comes in, as it includes a special bath of Ayurveda herbs which cleanses the skin, eliminates toxins, and combats a number of skin conditions among other benefits.
19. Shirodhara
In Shirodhara, a fine stream of warm Ayurveda oils will be run on the ‘third eye’ area of your forehead resulting in deep relaxation and the revitalizing of the central nervous system. The treatment is carried out 45 minutes a day for a period of three days.
20. Alepa (Medicinal Herb Plaster)
This treatment involves a Lepana, an external application of medical paste that is used to combat inflammatory conditions. The paste used in this plastering procedure can vary according to the nature of ailment of the individual.
21. Fomentation
Experience nature’s goodness with Fomentation. This is a traditional form of Ayurveda treatment that uses a bolus filled with fresh herbs applied by gently massaging the body. It is effective in relieving sciatica, muscle tension, achieving general rejuvenation, and more.
Benefits of Treatments
- Increases strength and immunity
- Promotes detoxification
- Increases energy levels, revitalizes
- Anti-aging, has a profound rejuvenate effect
- Prevents neuron-degenerative disease such as Alzheimer’s
- Prevents bone-degenerative disease
- Increases metabolism
- Increases memory and concentration
- Promotes weight loss, used for treatment of obesity
- Regulates menstruation
- Reduces insomnia
- Enhances the mind; promotes mental clarity and well-being and on a deeper level, enhances consciousness
Other extra activities
- Bike rental
- Canoeing
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Surfing
- Visiting the waterfall
- Water sports
What's included
- 6 nights accommodation
- Vegetarian/vegan breakfast and dinner
- Daily morning and evening yoga
- Daily morning meditation sessions
- 1 full body massage (1 hour)
- Bentota River Safari and Island Temple
- Trip to the turtle hatchery
- Water and herbal tea
What's not included
- Airfare
- Transfer from/to the airport
- Lunch
- Canoeing and other additional excursions
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Bandaranaike International Airport
85 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Transfer from and to this airport is available upon request for an additional fee of 50 EUR. For more information, send an inquiry to Mangrove Villa Yoga Retreat Bentota.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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