Ayurvedic Wellness and Yoga Retreat in South Goa

The retreat takes place at Lotus Nature Cure, a six-bedroom guesthouse in a residential part of South Goa. Each day follows a steady rhythm: morning yoga, a 90-minute Ayurvedic therapy session, and free time to rest or visit the beach. The yoga classes are traditional Hatha, covering warm-ups, breathing exercises, asanas, and relaxation. One daily class is held on the beach at sunset, which a past guest described as a real highlight.

Rather than a rigid itinerary, the days are structured around your needs. Upon arrival, you'll plan your program with the host, Dr. I. R. Patil, who is a holistic physician with over twelve years of experience in naturopathy and yoga. The package includes 12 therapy sessions per week, with options like Abhyangam massage, Shirodhara, foot reflexology, and herbal poultice treatments. These are chosen based on a consultation, so no two guests have the exact same schedule.

Meals are a central part of the stay. All food is vegetarian, Satvik, and cooked fresh each day, following Ayurvedic principles. The kitchen serves a set menu with fruits, juices, soups, steamed vegetables, and Indian breads, with an emphasis on low-fat, low-salt, and mildly spiced dishes. The guesthouse also uses herbs from its own garden in both cooking and treatments.

The surrounding area is green and quiet, with a chance to see squirrels and birds from the windows. Varca beach is about 2 km away, and the guesthouse offers complimentary pick-up and drop-off there each day. The beach has a few shacks serving snacks and drinks, and the neighborhood is within easy reach of local shops. It’s a simple, homely setting, not a luxury resort, but it’s clean, peaceful, and well-run.

What's included

- 14 nights accommodation in a private room with A/C and ensuite bathroom - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Satvik vegetarian - Daily Hatha yoga sessions, twice a day - Daily pranayama classes - 12 sessions of Ayurvedic wellness therapies (90 minutes each, 24 total) - Daily beach transfers (pick-up and drop-off) - Free Wi-Fi - Luggage storage - Welcome orientation and program planning with the host

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Extra meals and drinks outside the meal plan - Additional treatments or therapies - Additional activities not listed in the itinerary - Airport transfers (available at extra cost)