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Ayurveda resorts have become quite the popular vacation spot recently. And it definitely is long overdue. Ayurveda resorts are unlike any other luxury resorts, as the entire holiday experience is customized and personalized according to each customer’s needs and desires. The treatments you receive, the schedule of your stay and even your meal plan are all determined by what is best for you based on wellness consultations at the start of your stay.
Ayurveda is an ancient form of treatment and is eagerly practised in the beautiful island of Sri Lanka. Sri Lankans and Ayurveda have always gone hand in hand, hence resulting in quite a few Ayurvedic professionals and experts. Because of this, inevitably, Sri Lanka is home to some of the best Ayurveda resorts of the world. Here are our top 5 Ayurveda resorts in Sri Lanka.
Santani is located in the misty mountains in the center of the island and is one of the best luxurious Ayurveda resorts this nation has to offer. This Ayurveda resort is guided by the harmony between all the elements and forces that are present. The lush environment, holistic architecture, wellness programs and the yoga and spa facilities will not only pamper you, but also combines together to give you a long last rejuvenating experience. Santani stays true to its’ name meaning ‘in harmony with’ to ensure that sustainable wellness is achieved by bringing the individual in harmony with nature and nurture from others.
There are many wellness packages that are offered at Santani that could be chosen in order to have a personalized stay that would help you get the most out of this unique experience. The categories of packages include Ayurveda, Healthy Living, which addresses weight loss and healthy sleep patterns, Detox regiments, Addressing Stress, which includes de-addiction, and Yoga. All of these programs will be personalized according to what is best for you which will be determined by you and an on-site doctor at the beginning of your stay. These programs are led by professionals in the field and most even have international experience.
Barberyn Ayurveda Resorts are a chain of Ayurvedic resorts that are situated in four different locations, each hosting many unique features and offers. These luxurious Ayurvedic resorts on the beach will not only pamper you with a breathtaking view as you are surrounded by golden sands and beautiful sunsets but will also aim to regain your health and strength. The design concept of Barberyn Ayurveda Resorts brings together the five elements of the universe as described by Ayurveda.
The Barberyn resorts have identified two main objectives of the Ayurveda treatments which are offered. Firstly it is to treat the symptoms of a disease and secondly to help individuals to strengthen their immune system. There are physicians at the resort that will walk you through the stages of the conditions and how Ayurveda can be beneficial. Some of the diseases that are treated are Paralysis, Parkinson, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid arthritis and Sciatica.
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Located directly in front of the ocean, this Ayurvedic villa has the slogan ‘place to be’. This slogan seems to quite aptly describe this villa as many reviewers have also described it as ‘paradise’ or ‘heaven on earth’. This hotel is luxuriously designed and creates a relaxed ambience in order to help you rest and unwind completely. The gourmet kitchen, mesmerizing views and the beautiful outdoor swimming pool provide the individual with a holistic and enriching experience.
There are many Ayurveda packages that are offered ensuring that there is a treatment program that would meet your needs and requirements the best. ‘Ayurveda Introductory Week’ allows you to learn more about Shunyata Ayurveda and is a special offer for those who are just dipping their toes in Ayurvedic treatments. ‘Shunyata Panchakarma Cure’ is an intense treatment that purifies and readjusts the metabolism and strengthens the immune system. More packages can be found in the Ayurveda Shunyata Villa website.
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The Siddhalepa group is a family heritage of over 200 years and three generations and is founded on the practice of Ayurveda in Sri Lanka. The group was the first in the country to receive ISO and HACCP recognitions and has also been awarded for their commitment to the environment. In addition to resorts, this group runs an Ayurveda hospital in Sri Lanka as well as several spas in Germany, the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
There are a range of packages that are offered at the Siddhalepa Resort in Wadduwa. These traditional therapy packages offer complete healing for specific sets of ailments. The treatments only utilize 100% natural products which are overseen by experienced in-house doctors. The packages include ‘Traditional Ayurveda’, ‘Nawajeewa’, which is a post-chemotherapy package, ‘Sunamaya’, which provides weight loss therapy, ‘Prabha’, which helps nurture your skin back to life, and much more.
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Ulpotha Ayurveda retreat is located in the jungle heartland of Sri Lanka and offers guests world class yoga treatment in an astoundingly stunning setting that is as close to nature as is humanly possible. Ulpotha guarantees a nurturing experience providing you with the opportunity to reset yourself physically, emotionally and spiritually. Ulpotha focuses on preserving the natural environment and this is reflected in the use of material in the architecture of the resort, non-financially based motives, restriction in number, vegan diet and much more.
There are a variety of Yoga styles that are on offer to suit the wide range of preferences customers may have. These include Vinyasa yoga, Iyengar yoga, Stress Relief yoga and much more. Fortunately each of these programs are manned by world-renowned instructors who are proficient in providing the right mix of encouragement and challenge to every individual.
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