8 Day Ayurveda Wellness & Yoga Retreat in Phuket, Thailand

The Mangosteen Ayurveda & Wellness Resort sits on a private hillside in southern Phuket, with views over four bays and the surrounding islands. The 8-day Ayuryoga retreat is structured around one of four programs: Chaitanya focuses on removing deep-seated toxins with daily powdered scrubs and detox steams; Ojasi targets the essence of your body for rejuvenation; Shodhana is a comprehensive purification program; and Sandhi addresses joint health with specific therapies. Whichever you choose, you'll begin with a detailed consultation with Dr. Subhash A. Shanbhag, the resident Ayurvedic doctor, who determines your dosha and prescribes your treatments.

Most days include two yoga sessions—a morning and afternoon Nirvana yoga class—led by one of the resort's experienced teachers like Koong Jiraphorn, who specializes in Vinyasa Flow, or Ann, who teaches Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Aerial yoga. Afternoons are often free, giving you time to relax in your villa's private jacuzzi, swim in the pool, or take the complimentary shuttle to nearby Nai Harn Beach. The resort also offers herbal and detox steams as part of your program.

The food is a highlight. All meals are vegan and prepared following satvik principles, designed to be light and wholesome. You'll have a daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner, all tailored to your dosha profile. The resort also has gluten-free bread available. Guests consistently praise the quality of the food, and the overall experience has earned an excellent 4.71 rating from over 325 reviews, with many noting how well-cared-for they felt throughout their stay.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation in a luxury villa - Daily breakfast, satvik lunch, and satvik dinner - Complimentary daily drinking water, slippers, and bathrobes - 2x daily Nirvana yoga sessions (morning and afternoon) - Specialized daily powdered scrub and meditative massages - Consultation with a certified Ayurveda doctor - Free shuttle services to Nai Harn Beach - Herbal and detox steams - Daily Ayurvedic treatments (as per your program) - Welcome and farewell dinners - Access to resort facilities: pool, gardens, yoga shala

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional yoga and meditation classes (750++ THB per person, minimum 2 persons) - Personal expenses and spa treatments beyond the program - Alcoholic beverages