Ayurvedic Wellness and Beach Yoga Escape in South Goa

The Santosha Rejuvenation and De-stress program mixes traditional Hatha yoga with Ayurveda and naturopathy. Each day includes a morning yoga session and a second session in the late afternoon or evening, one of which takes place on the beach as the sun goes down. Yoga classes cover warm-up, breathing exercises, asanas, and deep relaxation, with a focus on alignment and accessibility rather than pushing you to extremes. Between sessions, you'll have a 90-minute Ayurvedic treatment block, which includes Abhyanga (a full-body oil massage) and Patra Pinda Sweda (a treatment using heated herbal poultices) over the course of three days.

The guesthouse itself is a large, airy holiday home with marble floors and balconies that look out over the surrounding greenery. It's in a residential area, away from the main road, so it's quiet during the day—though local dogs can be vocal at night, so earplugs are worth packing. The property grows its own fruit, herbs, and vegetables, some of which end up in your meals or in the Ayurvedic treatments. The nearest beach is Varca, about a 10-minute drive, and there's a daily complimentary pickup and drop-off. The area has a handful of beach shacks serving fresh seafood, snacks, and drinks if you fancy a change of scene.

Dr. I. R. Patil, who runs Lotus Nature Cure, is a holistic physician trained in natural medicine and yoga at S.D.M. College in Karnataka. He has over twelve years of experience in naturopathy, lifestyle management, and yoga, and he takes an active role in the retreat—conducting health consultations, guiding treatments, and generally making sure guests are looked after. His approach is practical and grounded: he talks with you about what's going on in your life, recommends specific therapies, and adjusts the program to your needs.

The retreat also offers optional add-ons like cooking workshops and excursions, and there are longer versions (7, 11, and 15 days) if you want to extend your stay. Airport pickups can be arranged from either of Goa's airports, and the team will help you plan your time around the retreat.

What's included

- Accommodation for 3 nights / 4 days in an A/C room - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Daily Hatha yoga classes (usually 2 per day) - Daily pranayama (breathing) classes - 3 sessions of Ayurvedic wellness therapies, each 90 minutes (total of 6 treatments) - Daily complimentary beach shuttle - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - Welcome and planning consultation with Dr. Patil

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Visa fees - Personal expenses - Flight costs - Additional activities and excursions - Additional therapies (beyond the 3 included sessions) - Airport transfers (available at an extra cost)