Contiki - Ayurvedic Wellness Retreat in Sri Lanka

Travel Highlights : 

About this trip

A rejuvenating wellness retreat based on the ancient Sri Lankan Ayurvedic techniques, staying in a dreamy beachside resort

Ayurveda is an ancient form of healing herbal medicine established in India 3000 years ago. This trip brings you from Colombo to the coastal paradise of Ahungalla, where you'll stay in a wellness retreat based upon Ayurveda techniques. Over 4 spellbinding days you'll get an introduction to Ayurveda with a local doctor, with an included day of Ayurveda treatments. Throw in some yoga, beach volleyball, surfing, sunbathing, massages, meditation fishing tours and the chance to watch baby turtles being released into the wild, and you have the ultimate wellness retreat - the perfect way to reconnect with the universe, and yourself. 

Duration : 4 Days

Group Size - Maximum 8 people

Meals : 3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Accommodation :

Jungle Beach Ahungalla

WELCOME TO OUR LITTLE PARADISE 

With its natural style, exclusive glamping bungalows, tasty food and friendly staff Jungle Beach Ahungalla invites you to be part of your unforgettable Sri Lanka experience.

Come and enjoy a wonderful candle light dinner at the beach before you fall asleep in the nature with the nature or join one of our life-changing and transformational retreats or events. Have fun with one of our surf boards in the sea or just relax on the sunbed with a fresh fruit juice.... Just be yourself! Living in the nature with the nature!

Meet your host : Barbara

Barbara, a trained Ayurvedic massage therapist, WATSU® practitioner (body work in 35 degrees warm water), practitioner for Tachyon Holistic Wellness (energetic wellness) and sports and foot reflexology therapist. Barbara and her family have spent the last decade running their beach paradise.

Included Experiences : 

• Morning yoga class by the beach
• One Day Ayurvedic Treatment Package
• Sri Lanka Cooking Demonstration class - focus on Ayurvedic foods

Book With Confidence :

• Only £60 deposit to book
• Reserve your space now with a deposit, pay the rest 45 days before departure

No booking fee, no change fees

• Change your travel dates or even your trip for free

ABTA & ATOL Protected

• Your travel is always protected 

Note : 

Contiki welcomes anyone from ages 18 – 35 and we had everyone that covered all ages: youngest to oldest.

Ever Wondered Why the Contiki age Is Exclusively 18-35? This Is Why

The social side of things

We pride ourselves on the social element of our trips; we love connecting people and building a community. We’ve found that travellers want to meet people their own age and build lasting connections when they’re in the same circles or want the same things out of a trip. Also, do you know how many couples have met on Contiki’s?! #JustSayin.

Same same, but different

Stemming on from the social thing is that people in the same age group tend to be more like-minded and have similar interests, meaning connections are built easier AND everyone wants to generally go and do the same things. Someone in their 60’s probably doesn’t want to dance until 4am with an 18-year-old (but hey, you never know).

How about that stamina

Speaking of dancing, the ‘youth’ age range is just that… youthful. They’re ready to go out and see everything (and maybe party the night away), whereas people who are older may want an early night, a romantic evening with their partner or even have children. Keeping it strictly 18-35 helps us give the majority of the group what they want.

Great for first time travellers

You may have also heard that Contiki is a ‘right of passage’ for people, and without sounding too braggy, we agree! Contiki is the perfect option for first time travellers for a number of reasons, including safety, the social side and what you get to see. Most first time travellers will be between 18-35, and this way they can all experience it for the first time together!

But also great for more experienced travellers

Yeah, we know what we just said but hear us out! We can also show more seasoned travellers a different side of the world that’s a bit more off the beaten track and maybe harder to explore solo. A lot of younger peeps want to do Latin America but don’t know where to start, and that’s where we come in. That’s why depending on the region you travel with us, you’ll find ages shift a bit. Many people tick off Europe, and then as they move into their late-twenties and early-thirties they still want the social element of Contiki, but somewhere new.

Day 1 :

Colombo

Welcome to Colombo! We're headed straight to our retreat today, in the dreamy coastal town of Ahungalla...

Ahungalla

This tropical coastal town, with its cobalt waters and gentle breeze, will steal our hearts as soon as we arrive. We'll meet our Trip Manager today to get checked in, before our group introduction to Ayurvedic medicine with a local doctor. We'll learn about this ancient craft, which translates, literally, as "science of long life.' Ayurvedic's history runs nearly as deep on the island of Sri Lanka, whose own form of indigenous medicine "Hela Veda", fused with the practices of the Indian export - evolving it to include local ingredients and conditions. After our introduction we'll enjoy an included dinner, awaiting some even more chilled days ahead…

Day 2 :

Ahungalla

Wake up wake up - we're starting the day the right way today with an included yoga class on the beach, overlooking the sparkling waters as the Sri Lankan sun rises. Then it's time for breakfast and a day of Ayurvedic treatments. We'll receive a voucher for a package of Ayurveda treatments to book and use at our leisure over the next few days. Whatever treatment or massage you opt for, you'll be feeling blissful as you face the day. Maybe opt for some watersports, fishing cruises or more - all is available from the resort.

Day 3 :

Ahungalla

Another golden sunrise, another yoga class to get us in the mood. After an included breakfast the day is ours to enjoy more included Ayurvedic therapy, as well as a Sri Lankan cooking demonstration where we'll learn to whip up the local delicacies. Tonight it's time for something special, as we have the opportunity to visit Kosgoda Turtle Conservation centre to witness baby turtles being released into the wild. And you thought this trip couldn't get any more unforgettable...

Day 4 : 

Ahungalla

After an included breakfast today we're headed back to Colombo...

Colombo

Where our trip sadly ends. Don't forget to swap details and start planning the next adventure...

Prices listed are per person in Great British Pound, based on twin occupancy, rates for single occupancy may differ, Rates offered are including all discounts unless otherwise stated. All bookings are subject to availability. Other travel periods may be available. Some block out dates may apply. Rates may alter depending upon the dates requested and surcharges if applicable. Final booking confirmation only provided once payment has been processed. Contact our travel team for more details. Our Holiday Centre reserves the right to withdraw this promotion without notice at any time. Flights are not included. Pricing correct as at 4th Jan 2022