14-Day Ayurvedic Detox and Yoga Retreat on the Bentota River

Each day at this 14-day retreat follows a rhythm designed to support deep cleansing and relaxation. Your mornings begin with a pranayama and yoga session from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, followed by a full breakfast. After that, the morning is free for massages, body scrubs, excursions, or just exploring by bike or canoe. Lunch is served at 12:30, and the long afternoon is a period of rest and leisure before the 4:00 PM afternoon yoga session. Dinner closes the day between 6:00 and 8:30 PM, leaving the evenings free for reading on your veranda or watching the river.

The core of the experience is the daily 75-minute Ayurveda treatment, which is personalized after an initial doctor's consultation. The doctor assesses your body constitution and current condition to create a food and treatment plan tailored to you. Treatments can range from traditional massage and body scrubs to more intensive Panchakarma procedures, with a focus on internal and external detoxification using herbal medicine and sound healing. In addition to the daily therapies, the retreat includes a dedicated 90-minute sound healing body detox session.

What makes this retreat particularly special is its small scale and the expertise on hand. The team includes Ayurvedic doctors, skilled therapists, yogis, and chefs who work together to create a safe and supportive environment. With only five rooms, the villa can host a maximum of ten guests, ensuring plenty of personal attention. The property itself sits in a 1.5-acre garden right on the Bentota River, ten minutes from Bentota and Beruwala beaches, and offers a peaceful, natural atmosphere that feels a world away from everyday life.

The retreat is well suited to anyone seeking a structured break to address specific health issues such as stress, migraines, high blood pressure, or digestive complaints, as well as those looking for general rejuvenation and weight loss. It's also a great fit for solo travelers, as the small group size and communal meals make it easy to connect with others. While the program is structured, there is plenty of free time each day to rest, explore the local area, or head to the beach, making it a balanced mix of restorative therapy and gentle activity.

What's included

- 13 nights accommodation in a river view room - Daily meals (full board) - Water and herbal tea - Daily 75-minute Ayurveda treatment - Daily morning and evening yoga sessions - Pranayama and yoga nidra sessions - Meditation sessions - 1 x 90-minute sound healing body detox session - Sound healing meditation - Doctor consultation - Herbal medicine if required during the stay - Bentota River safari and island temple visit - Free Wi-Fi

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Airport transfers (available on request for €50 per person) - Additional meals or snacks outside of the meal times - Personal expenses - Optional extra excursions or treatments