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 ONE WAY airport transfers (private or shared) from Colombo airport (min 10 nights, worth £120)
- 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, meditation, herbal medicines. immersing in nature and community connection. 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.
Each guest at the Sanctuary has a private consultation with our Resident Ayurvedic Doctor and is then prescribed a comprehensive, personalised programme of treatments and herbal medicines depending on their individual constitution and any imbalances present.
The main styles of yoga at the Sanctuary are Kundalini, Vinyasa and Yin.
Please note that there isn’t any spa but some simple treatment rooms as well as yoga shala. Beach is a walking distance and swimming pool is available at the retreat.
- 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
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the retreat except in the bedrooms, to encourage a restful experience. Drinking water is provided daily in each room, as well as simple, eco-bathroom products.
The Cabana's have king-size beds or can be converted into twin beds.
There is a private balcony with views of the lagoon.
Each has a private en-suite bathroom with shower. 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.
Drinking water is refreshed daily and mosquito net is also provided.
These Cabanas have a private balcony facing the ocean.
Room has a king-size four-poster bed.
Private bathroom has a shower and twin vanities.
Room has a fan cooler as well as air conditioning.
Drinking water is refreshed daily and mosquito net is also provided. You can also find yoga mat and meditation cushion on your room.
What’s on the menu
Alcohol is not available but you can have a mocktail. Each day we wake you up with freshly made herbal tea before morning yoga and offer king coconuts after yoga. Three buffet-style meals are eaten communally each day and menu is different each day so even those guests who stay for longer will not get bored.
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. You can do apply online for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) here.
On arrival visa facilities are available, however applying for an ETA before travel is advised for ease of travel and to prevent delays on arrival.
Families, Children & Infants
Due to the holistic nature of this retreat, no children are allowed.Reviews
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