8-Day Body Purification Detox in Kerala

About this retreat

An 8-day, 7-night body purification and detox programme at Atreya Ayurveda and Yoga Beach Retreat in Kovalam, Kerala, guided by experienced Ayurvedic doctors and therapists. In Ayurveda, purification therapies are the traditional way to restore balance after a busy lifestyle. You see a doctor every day, and receive two Ayurveda therapy sessions daily, each lasting 1 to 1 hour 15 minutes, plus one hour of yoga, meditation sessions and an Ayurvedic diet consultation. Therapies may include Abhyanga, Swedana, Shirodhara, Nasya, Basti, Virechana, Udwarthanam, Pizhichil, Njavarakizhi and Rasayana, with Panchakarma procedures planned around your condition. Meals are Ayurvedic vegetarian food. Check-in is at 12:00 and check-out at 14:00.

Benefits

• A week to rest, with a daily routine of yoga, meditation and therapies
• Ayurvedic massage, steam and oil therapies traditionally used for relaxation
• Shirodhara, traditionally used to calm the mind
• Diet guidance from an Ayurvedic doctor
• Quiet surroundings near the beach

Itinerary

1. Daily routine (8 days, 7 nights)

   The day starts at 5:30 AM, with a yoga session from 6:00 to 7:00 AM. After breakfast, the morning therapy session runs from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Lunch is between 12:30 and 2:30 PM. Meditation is at 5:30 PM, dinner is between 7:30 and 9:00 PM, and sleep time is 10:00 PM. All meals are vegetarian.

Inclusions

• Transfer from Trivandrum airport or railway station to the resort
• Two Ayurveda therapy sessions daily, each 1 to 1 hour 15 minutes
• One hour of yoga daily
• Daily doctor consultation
• Ayurvedic diet consultation
• Meditation sessions
• Ayurvedic vegetarian meals
• Accommodation

Exclusions

• Flights, other transport and airport transfers other than the pick-up listed in inclusions
• Travel insurance and personal expenses
• Visa fees, permits and travel documents
• Meals outside the retreat schedule
• Alcohol and specialty drinks
• Laundry, phone calls, personal shopping, tips and donations
• Optional activities and therapies not part of the programme
• Sightseeing, excursions and tours outside the schedule
• Medical costs, consultations, prescription medicines and first-aid items
• Arriving early or leaving late, unless arranged beforehand
• Personal yoga mats, props or clothing, unless provided
• Extra nights before or after the retreat dates, and room upgrades

Accommodation

• Cottages

• Standard Room

• Deluxe Room

Who can join

Suits anyone wanting a guided Ayurvedic cleansing routine and some quiet time by the sea. Guests with health conditions should speak with their doctor and with the centre first.

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