Senior Wellness Escape with Daily Yoga and Ayurveda in Kerala

The retreat runs for twenty-eight days at Waynroots in Nadvayal, Wayanad, a quiet corner of Kerala known for its dams, waterfalls, caves, and wildlife sanctuaries. Each day includes a morning and an evening yoga class led by Yoga Acharya Hiran Govind Harindranath, who has over a decade of experience teaching international guests. Between sessions, you have three Ayurvedic massages a week, two consultations with the resident doctor, and free time to explore the gardens, swim in the pool, or simply sit on your balcony and listen to the birds. The program is deliberately light on structure so that guests, many of whom are retired, can settle into a gentle rhythm rather than a packed schedule. Twice a week there are outings to local sites like the Edakkal Caves or Soochippara Falls, and the staff will drive you there and back. The food is vegetarian South Indian home cooking, served three times a day, with plenty of fruit and salad. The aim is not to push you hard but to give you space to establish habits, like a daily meditation or yoga routine, that you can keep up once you get home. One guest, retired and in her late sixties, said the 28 days gave her an established practice she could finally do on her own, which speaks to how much individual attention you get here. The property itself is a small resort with air-conditioned rooms, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and a yoga shala, tucked into the hillside with forest all around. It has been hosting international guests for about six years, and the staff are known for being warm and welcoming, often becoming friends by the end of a long stay.

What's included

- 27 nights accommodation in a private double bedroom - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) plus snacks - Daily yoga classes (morning and evening) - Daily meditation classes - 3 Ayurvedic massages per week (30-minute sessions) - 2 doctor consultations - Free excursions to sites of interest - Airport pickup and drop-off (Calicut International Airport) - Welcome drink, water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Transportation during the retreat - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments beyond the included massages and consultations