Sen Wellness Sanctuary
Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Overview
When to go
What we love
- You’re given slices of coconuts every morning – how’s that for starting your day the local way
- The high level of attention as there is only a maximum of 16 guests at any one time
- The Sanctuary’s positive imprint – it has set up a local school for the blind for example
Who should go
- Single travellers who want to be surrounded by like-minded people and create connections
- All those seeking an authentic yoga retreat
- Everyone who needs to disconnect from the world and go within.
Offers
- Free return airport transfers from Colombo airport (min 7 nights, worth £160)
- Loyalty offer for those who travelled to Sen Wellness with us before - Free night offer: stay 7 & pay for 6 or stay 10 & pay for 8
Wellness
The retreat offers a winning combination of nurturing Ayurveda, yoga and meditation. The philosophy is to remind our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual body to live in harmony and as one. It aims to help you reset your body’s natural rhythms. You’ll be guided by a team of world-class yoga teachers, local, intuitive therapists, skilful chefs and a knowledgeable Ayurvedic doctors. The programme is an integrative system of healing that blends advanced scientific principles of the West and ancient wisdom of the East.
Please note that there isn’t any spa, swimming pool or sauna as such. There are some simple treatment rooms as well as yoga shala.
- Osteopathy
- Relaxing body massage
- Ayurvedic massage
Activities
- Swimming
- Cooking class
- Workshops
- Lifestyle talks
- Visit local markets and soak up the local culture
- See sacred temples
- Go whale or turtle watching
Typical Group Classes
- Sunrise and sunset yoga (hatha, vinyasa, kundalini)
- Meditation
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
The Cabana's have king-size beds or can be converted into twin beds.
Each has a private en-suite bathroom. The bathrooms are open to the elements so you can shower whilst star gazing.
There is no air-conditioning but instead the cabana's are well ventilated.
What’s on the menu
Location
Nearest airport
There is a direct flight from London which takes approximately 11 hours and is operated by Sri-Lankan Airlines.Transfer time by car is approximately 2.5 hrs from Colombo airport to the retreat.
Visa and entry:
You will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. To apply you will need a booking confirmation, return flight ticket and a proof of medical insurance.
Visa cost $35 and you can apply online here.
If you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 a negative PCR test is required prior to boarding your flight. Test must be no older than 72 hours.
Second test will be taken within 24 hours of arrival
If departing within less than 14 days a further test is required a couple of days prior to departure otherwise a third test is required on day 11 to 14 in resort, if tests are negative you are permitted to leave the hotel
If you have had both vaccine doses of COVID-19 with at least 2 weeks prior to arrival will be required to produce original copy of vaccination certificate in English.
PCR test will be required within 24 hours of arrival and if negative will be able to leave the hotel.
We will arrange for your tests in Sri Lanka to be carried out at the retreat and organise your mandatory Covid insurance ($132 for 3 PCR tests and covid insurance to be paid on booking).
Families, Children & Infants
Due to the holistic nature of this retreat, no children are allowed.Reviews
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