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12 Day Yoga Pure Holiday with Excursions and Ayurveda Treatments in Tissamaharama, Southern Province
35 Mahadeira Yodakandiya, Tissamaharama, Hambantota District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka
Yoga Holiday in Sri Lanka
Experience the spiritual charm of Sri Lanka at our peaceful and pristine resort, enjoy the holistic treatment at our Ayurveda center and explore impressive tour destinations such as Yala National Park or religious sites like the holy town of Kataragama. Delve deeper into the calm atmosphere surrounding the venue and relax at the private beach, Kirinda Beach.
Highlights
- Daily meditations
- Daily yoga sessions
- Excursion to Kirinda Beach
- Excursions to local temples and markets
- Full board
- 11 nights accommodation
Yoga styles
11 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: German
Group size: Minimum of 5 participants
Airport transfer available:
Bandaranaike International Airport (US$ 115 per person)
Bandaranaike International Airport (US$ 115 per person)
Airport transfer available:
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (US$ 63 per person)
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (US$ 63 per person)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
12:00
Check-out Time:
14:30
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Dining area
- Garden
- Restaurant
- Tour assistance
Thaulle Resort
Every stay at the hotel is unique because none of the 28 residential rooms are alike. You can watch the fascinating play of nature’s colors from your room’s balcony each morning as the rising sun reflects on the surface of Lake Yoda. Each of the rooms at Thaulle Resort has its own panorama windows and balcony. You can also enjoy a great view of the lake from the restaurant and garden.
The hotel is uniquely designed and influenced by traditional Singhalese craftsmanship as well as by the work of Sri Lanka’s famous architect Geoffrey Bawa. All rooms were furnished by local builders and followed the guidelines of Vastu, an ancient Indian system of harmonic architecture. Enjoy the unique charm of your room that is complemented by Singhalese antiquities and wood from Lake Yoda.
West meets East in the design of the bathrooms: white ceramic sinks and bathtubs, as well as chromatically designed amenities and shower heads from Europe, create a beautiful juxtaposition with dark brown, almost rusty-looking stone tiles from Sri Lanka. Handmade vases are filled with fragrant, locally produced natural cosmetics; further tasteful bathroom accessories are made of recycled wood.
Program
The Yoga Retreat is ideal for people who don’t have any medical problems but want to relax their mind, alleviate their stress and gain more vitality. The program is suitable for beginners and seasoned Yogis as well.
The cure aspect at Thaulle Resort includes:
- Initial medical consultation
- Nutritional advice
The Schedule:
Day 1
- Arrival
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 - 14:30 Welcome ceremony
- 15:30 - 17:00 Yoga
- 20:00 Dinner
Day 2
- 07:30 - 08:00 Meditation and chanting
- 08:00 - 09:30 Yoga
- 09:30 Breakfast and free time
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 - 14:30 Free time / activities
- 15:30 - 18:00 Yoga at the archaeological temple
- 20:00 Dinner
Day 3
- 06:30 - 07:00 Meditation and chanting
- 07:30 - 09:30 Yoga at Kirinda Beach
- 09:30 Breakfast and free time
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 - 14:30 Free time / activities
- 15:30 - 17:00 Yoga
- 20:00 Dinner
Day 4
- 07:30 - 08:00 Meditation and chanting
- 08:00 - 09:30 Yoga
- 09:30 Breakfast and free time
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 - 14:30 Free time / activities
- 15:30 - 18:00 Yoga in Sithulpawwa
- 20:00 Dinner
Day 5
- 07:30 Optional trip to Ella by train and visit to a tea plantation
- 20:00 Dinner
Days 6 to 10
- 07:30 - 08:00 Meditation and chanting
- 08:00 - 09:30 Yoga
- 09:30 Breakfast and free time
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 - 14:30 Free time / activities
- 15:30 - 17:00 Yoga
- 20:00 Dinner
Day 11
- 06:30 - 09:30 Optional safari at Yala National Park
- 09:30 Breakfast and free time
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 - 14:30 Free time / activities
- 15:30 - 17:00 Yoga
- 20:00 Dinner
Day 12
- 07:30 - 08:00 Meditation and chanting
- 08:00 - 09:30 Yoga
- 09:30 Breakfast
- Departure
Included excursions
Sithulpawwa Stone Temple
The Sithulpawwa Stone Temple looks back on 2,200 years of historical developments and is one of the most important Buddhist landmarks. It was built two centuries BC. The trip includes a visit to the caves, pagoda, houses of prayer and lakes.
Excursion to Kataragama Temple
Kataragama is one of the most important cities for Hindus, Buddhists and Muslims in Sri Lanka. Situated at the foothills of Kataragama Peak, close to Yala National Park and Menik Ganga river (better known as “river of gems”), it is frequently visited by many pilgrims from all over Sri Lanka. The most important parts of a visit to Kataragama are the viewings of Kiri Vehera and Maha Devale, a stupa and a temple that are of extraordinary importance for most Singhalese.
Additionally, you can find a Hindu temple and a mosque in Kataragama. All of these buildings are very impressive and historically as well as religiously important. Get to know Kataragam and Sri Lanka’s temples!
Trip to Kirinda Beach
If you’re an early riser, you might want to decide to make the 10 minute drive in a tuktuk and visit the fish market in Kirinda. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the sunrise before you experience the daily business of the fish market. This is where local fishermen sell the catch of the day and provide the whole area of Kirinda with fresh fish. You can also decide to make your trip to the beach later in the day.
Many locals visit the beach on the weekend. If you drive along the coastline for a couple of kilometers, you arrive at an empty beach that exceeds all your expectations. For those of you who value peace and quiet, we can organize a trip to this special place.
Trip to the farmers’ market and sightseeing
Sri Lanka is known for its colorful markets where farmers sell their produce twice a week. This is where market criers promote their products, people love to bargain and buyers are always looking for the best available offers. On Thursdays and Sundays you can experience this hubbub in Tissamaharama – don’t miss out on it! Here you can find numerous vegetables and fruits that aren’t available anywhere in Europe, but are made into delicious curries here every day.
Try a King Coconut or enjoy the taste of pineapples and mangoes no European supermarket has to offer. We are happy to organize a tuktuk for you to get to the market so you can see the vegetables, fruits, spices and locals for yourself.
Free activities
- Free trip to Kataragama
- Free trip to the Kirrinda Pool & Beach
- Cooking class
- Ayurveda information
- Yoga and meditation (at 7am daily)
Retreat location
Tissamaharama, Southern Province
This program will take place in the town of Tissamaharama which is in the Hambantota District in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka.
About the Location
Welcome to the heart of the Singhalese nature! Leave behind the worries of the Western world as you spend your vacation in the serenity of our resort. Endless rice terraces adorn the Hambantota District where the hotel is situated in – a view with a relaxing effect for your soul.
Thaulle Resort is located right next to Lake Yoda, not far from Yala National Park where elephants and leopards roam through the picturesque savanna. However, Sri Lanka’s oldest integral nature reserve is only one of many fascinating tour destinations in the area. You can usually enjoy the weather: due to the advantageous geographical location, the region is untroubled by heavy rainfall even during the rain period that lasts from April to June.
The property further has its own Yoga and Meditation hall that overlooks the scenic and historically important Yoda Lake. The natural surroundings and the beauty of the region offer an endless number of locations for peaceful meditation. The Indian Ocean (Kirinda Beach) is a mere 15 minutes away from the hotel as well.
Distances
- Kirinda Beach, 6 kilometers
- Pannegamuwa Market, 10 kilometers
- Yala National Park, 14 kilometers
- Bundala National Park, 20 kilometers
- Sithulpawwa Stone Temple, 22 kilometers
- Kataragama Temple, 25 kilometers
- Udawalawa National Park, 64 kilometers
Unique features
Activities
- Cycling
- Gym
- Massage
- Spa
- Swimming
- Swimming pool (indoor)
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Balcony
- Bar
- Beach
- Concierge desk
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- In-room safe
- Lake
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Special menu request
Services
- Free bottled water
- Free toiletries
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair dryer
- Internet access
- Medical assistance
- Tour assistance
- Wireless internet
Food
The experienced chefs fulfill all your culinary desires. They offer special dishes from local and international cuisines, prepared with love in their restaurant. The cooks are trained in the preparation of international, local, and even Ayurvedic dishes.
From vegetarian burgers and Italian pasta to curries and chutneys – they fulfill all your wishes, using only fresh ingredients. Of course, this also applies to sea fruit and fish such as lobster, squid, mussels, and red mullet. They grow their own fruits and vegetables as well as herbs and spices in our garden.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Organic
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Seafood
- Ayurvedic
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
Thaulle Resort is the ideal starting point to discover the rich diversity Sri Lanka has to offer. Explore the spiritual wonders of religious sites or visit Yala National Park to marvel at the impressive flora and fauna of the region.
During your stay at the hotel you can experience Sri Lanka in a way that no travel guide can even imagine. Let yourself be enchanted by the native diversity of this beautiful island.
In accordance with their Green Philosophy, they value soft tourism and sustainability when organizing tours and excursions. An optional trip to Ella by train including the visit of a tea plantation can be booked for an extra fee.
Yala National Park
Yala National Park is located in the far southeast of Sri Lanka and borders the Indian Ocean. It is popular for its large population of wild leopards. Yala was declared a national park in 1938. A visit to Yala National Park is an unforgettable adventure: watch exotic animals such as graceful leopards and mighty elephants in their natural habitat.
Udawalawa National Park
Udawalawa National Park is located at the border of Sabaragamuwa and the Uva Province. It is an important refugium for water birds and the majestic Sri Lanka elephant. The park is a popular tour destination and receives the third-highest number of visitors among all parks in the country.
Bundala National Park
Bundala National Park is one of the most important destinations for birdwatchers in Sri Lanka.
Tissa Archaeological Temple
Around 2,000 years ago, Tissamaharama was of extraordinary significance in Sri Lanka. Mahanga, the younger brother of King Devanampiya, had to flee from Anuradhapura after disagreements with the common folk and arrived in this region, where he founded Tissamaharama. After several wars with the previous inhabitants of the region, the Southern Province obtained a new area called Ruhuna. This territory provided protection for many Singhalese kings during the attacks of invaders from South India.
Tissamaharama has a rich past and the remains of these historic times can still be seen today. Complex irrigation systems like Tissa or Lake Yoda, the monasteries of Yatala Dagoba or Tissamaharama Vihara as well as the ruins of Chandagiri and even parts of the old palace of the king are sights you should not miss.
Taking a tuktuk to Tissa Wewa is great if you want to take a walk in the late afternoon and watch the sunset. Around the lake, numerous trees are home to thousands of bats that sleep during the day and become active at night.
Pottery
If you want to take a closer look at Sri Lanka’s craftsmanship, they would like to invite you to a traditional ceramics workshop. The original way of producing vases, bowls, and pots enables you to authentically experience Sri Lanka’s traditional roots firsthand.
They accompany you to a family that has been producing traditional ceramic products for two generations. Be witness to the basic living conditions of this family and the hospitality they share with so many other Singhalese.
Bicycle Tour
Bicycles are available at all times and you can make a tour to explore your surroundings. Visit many great places in your immediate neighborhood, such as fruit plantations, and small shops, and discover the local village life.
Individual Ayurveda Treatments
If you are curious or just looking for a bit of relaxation you can enjoy one of their Ayurveda treatments that they also offer individually. These include foot massages, facial massages, head massages, oil massages, acupuncture, and yoga. They are happy to advise you on which treatment might be best for your unique requirements, for example, relaxation, detox, or anti-aging.
Of course, our Ayurveda doctor Dr. Upul will examine you before the individual treatments to make sure the treatment is perfectly tailored to your current needs. Treatments can be booked at any time at the hotel.
Spa treatments
Available Ayurveda treatments for a yoga retreat:
- Head massage
- Face massage
- Foot massage
- Synchronous body massage
- Intensive body massage
Treatments on additional charges if required:
- Acupuncture
- Cupping treatment
What's included
- Daily yoga sessions
- Daily meditations and mantra chanting
- Trip to Kirinda Beach
- Trips to local temples and markets
- Free Wi-Fi access
- 3 meals daily and lunch packages for excursions
- 11 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Travel costs
How to get there
Recommended Airports
CMB
Bandaranaike International Airport
188 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 115 per person
HRI
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport
21 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 63 per person
Arrival by airplane
Airport transfer can be arranged for an extra cost of 110 EUR per trip from Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and for 60 EUR from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.
The charges are quoted for one way only and the destination is only to or from the Hotel.
Airport: Bandaranaike International Airport
Airport transfer available:
Bandaranaike International Airport (US$ 115 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport
Airport transfer available:
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (US$ 63 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% 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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