Beachfront Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness Escape in Goa

The retreat is run by Devarya Wellness, a purpose-built yoga center in Mandrem, Goa, right on the Arabian Sea. The name 'Nalanda' means 'giver of knowledge' in Sanskrit, and that's the vibe here—it's a place designed for learning yoga and Ayurveda properly, not just ticking off relaxation. You get two yoga classes a day: a dynamic morning session at 8 am, then a slower, more gentle afternoon class at 4 pm. Yoga styles vary—Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yin, and Iyengar—taught by internationally certified teachers, including the lead instructor Akhilesh Bodhi, who blends Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha, and Raja yoga into his own method.

A key part of the experience is the Ayurvedic consultation. An in-house Ayurvedic doctor will assess your dosha (Vata, Pitta, or Kapha) and recommend diet, treatments, and lifestyle changes. You also get several Ayurvedic massages and a Shirodhara treatment, where warm oil is poured over your forehead to help calm your nervous system. The food is Ayurvedic too—buffet breakfast and dinner, with meals designed around your dosha plan. There's also an Ayurvedic cooking class included.

The property itself is eco-friendly, with two swimming pools, gardens, a library, and direct beach access with sun loungers. It's a quiet spot, but you're free to wander into local villages or explore Goa's beaches and temples. Everything runs on a flexible schedule—you can do as much or as little as you like. Reviews highlight the friendly staff, the quality of the yoga, and how easy it is to relax here.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation - Two buffet meals daily (breakfast and dinner) - Daily yoga classes (morning and afternoon) - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama (breathing) classes - Specialized workshops (e.g., Ayurvedic cooking class) - 1 x Consultation with an Ayurvedic Doctor - 1 x 30-minute Ayurvedic treatment - 5 x 1.5-hour Ayurvedic treatments (massages, Shirodhara) - Filtered drinking water and hot drinks (lemon ginger, chai) all day - Welcome drink - Evening activities (kirtan, OSHO meditations, Indian music, movie nights, chanting) - Full use of resort amenities: two pools, relaxation areas, gardens, private beach access with sun loungers - Pool towels (beach towels not included) - Free parking - Free WiFi in public areas - Housekeeping services, bed linen, bath towels, hand soap

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Additional treatments - Beach towels - Lunch (not included, but available)