Retreat
6 Day Cultural Nature and Active Yoga Retreat in Kandy, Sri Lanka
Take a break from your daily life – take time for yourself and reconnect to nature and your true self. Fresh air, long walks, good locally grown food, combined with stimulating and relaxing yoga set with the backdrop of Victoria Lake and the Knuckles Mountains. Come and experience the freedom of Welikande with its nearby waterfalls and abundant wildlife.
Highlights
- 2 yoga classes per day (90 minutes / class)
- 30 minutes massage
- Daily guided meditation
- 4 daily activities
- Unlimited water, coffee, and tea
- 5 nights accommodation
- 3 meals per day
DATE
All Year round
PRICE
From €545
LOCATION
Knuckles Mountains, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Nights
5 Nights
Active Yoga & Mindful Living
Escape the rush of modern life and reconnect with yourself in the peaceful mountains of Sri Lanka. This 6-day retreat at Welikande Estate Wellness is designed to create a holistic experience that balances movement, meditation, nature, and culture.
Each day begins with sunrise views over the mountains, followed by an energizing 90-minute yoga session in the beautiful open-air shala. Every class ends with guided meditation, helping you cultivate awareness and inner stillness. With two 90-minute yoga sessions daily, teachers carefully adapt practices for all levels, ensuring a safe and supportive experience where you learn to truly listen to your body.
Beyond yoga, the retreat emphasizes connection to yourself, to nature, and to the local community, offering a meaningful and immersive wellness journey.
Cultural Excursions & Nature Experiences
During your stay, you can choose one curated activity per day, each designed to immerse you in Sri Lanka’s culture, landscapes, and traditions. All excursions include transport, lunch, and a knowledgeable guide for a stress-free experience.
Experiences include:
- Tea Plantation & Waterfall Tour: Travel by tuk-tuk through scenic tea estates, visit five waterfalls, enjoy a picnic, and meet local tea-picking crews along the way.
- Heeloya National Park Trek: Hike through rice paddies, tea plantations, and pine forests with a licensed guide. Learn about local herbs and spices, enjoy lunch at a waterfall, and swim in nature.
- Sri Lankan Cooking Experience: Visit authentic rice paddy houses, harvest fresh ingredients, and prepare traditional dishes in an outdoor kitchen overlooking the mountains.
- Mandala Painting Workshop: Experience meditative art in Welikande’s peaceful art room, guided by a local teacher. Take your creation home or display it at the estate.
- Ayurvedic Spa Wellness: Enjoy traditional herbal oil treatments and a steam bath (Vashta Swedha) to deeply relax the body and calm the mind.
These activities foster genuine connection with local communities while supporting sustainable employment in the region.
Accommodation & Inclusions
Stay in a private deluxe single room designed for comfort and tranquility. Each room features an en-suite bathroom, a queen-size bed, and a private patio overlooking the mountains — the perfect setting to rest and recharge.
Retreat package includes:
- 5 nights accommodation
- 3 nourishing meals per day
- 2 daily yoga classes (90 minutes each)
- Daily guided meditation
- 4 curated cultural or nature activities
- 30-minute massage
- Unlimited water, coffee, and tea
- Free Wi-Fi
This retreat blends active yoga, cultural discovery, and serene nature into a transformative experience — leaving you refreshed, grounded, and deeply connected to Sri Lanka’s beauty.