3 Day Private Yoga and Meditation Wellness Retreat in Ella, Sri Lanka

Each day starts with a 90-minute yoga, meditation, and pranayama session at 6:30 AM, held either in the cottage living area or on the glamping tent deck. The style varies – the retreat draws on Ashtanga, Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, and more, so sessions fit the group. After a breakfast of English or local food, you head out to explore: Day 1 takes you to Rawana Temple and Cave; Day 2 to Rawana Rock and the Rawana Waterfall (you can bathe there if you like); Day 3 to the Mahamevnawa Monastery for a longer meditation.

Afternoons are free after lunch – you can book extra spa treatments at the nearby 98 Acres Resort & Spa, take a scooter out (rental available), or just hang out in the garden with a book from the library. Evenings bring a second, gentler yoga and relaxation session, then dinner. One evening includes a Thai massage for each guest.

The retreat is hosted by Danushka and the Ella Retreat team. The yoga teachers include Ruwam, who holds a diploma in Yoga from the University of Kelaniya and has taught at several resorts across Sri Lanka, and Namal, described as an experienced master of Hatha and Tibet yoga, meditation, and flexibility training.

What makes Ella Retreat different from other places in the area is its setting – it's just 10 minutes by tuk-tuk from Ella town, but feels completely secluded in the jungle, with the seasonal Kithal Ella Waterfall on the property's edge. The architecture and eco-friendly practices (solar panels, no plastic, waste segregation, meat-free days) show a real commitment to nature. Guests consistently rate their stay highly, mentioning the warm service, the authentic Sri Lankan food, and the peaceful, green location.

What's included

- Wifi connection - Accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Welcome drink - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Parking - Daily breakfast and king coconut - Group excursions/activities - Luggage storage - Cooking class - 1 hour spa treatment - Transportation during the retreat

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Additional activities or treatments not included in the itinerary - Travel insurance - Flights costs - Visa fee