SRI LANKA RETREAT
FEBRUARY 2024
Shala
Shala is a sanskrit word meaning " Home " a gathering place for students to practice, share experience and grow.
In Ayurveda the term Shala is used to refer to the Sal tree which is a tropical tree native to the indian subcontinent. This tree has many medicinal and healing properties.
TROPICAL HOUSE
Tropical house is a luxury villa , located in a jungle setting close to the stunning beaches of Hikkaduwa only a 90 minute car transfer from Colombo international airport.
The house was lovingly restored in 2018 combining contemporary sleek lines with traditional Sri Lankan beauty.
All the rooms are individual and come with stunning en suite bathrooms complete with rain showers, beautifully designed with sumptuous beds and unique style with views from your own terrace or balcony overlooking the tropical gardens.
There is a sizeable sparkling pool surrounded by peaceful tropical gardens, home to exotic birds and playful monkeys. An idilic paradise to rest , relax and reset.
The house comes fully staffed with a talented chef bringing healthy breakfasts and delicious Sri Lankan dinners using market fresh local produce .
Menus offered can be fully vegetarian .
The beach is a short walk or a 5 min Tuk Tuk ride .
Tuk Tuks are readily available day and night, extremely cheap and offer a fun way of getting around!
WHATS INCLUDED
Accommodation shared/triple
Tropical Breakfast, Dinner, drinks (non alcoholic), tea and coffee
2 + classes daily
1 sunrise class 1 sunset class
we will be teaching a mixed timetable of the following
Bikram yoga
Inferno Hot Pilates
Vinyasa , yin yoga
Classic mat Pilates
( workshop /posture clinic )
1 X In house Ayurvedic massage
Airport transfers - 8 seater - shared minibus
Yoga mats
Beach/pool towels
Free WIFI
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Flights
Sri Lankan Visa
Lunch
One to one private yoga
In house Ayurveda Treatments
Excursions
THINGS TO DO
There are many things to see and do in and around the local area.
Cooking classes
Local restaurants
Surf lesson & board hire
Stand up paddle boarding
UNESCO world heritage site Galle fort and old town
Tea plantations tour
Cycling tour
Tsunami museum
Turtle hatchery
Udawalawe national safari park
Sinharaja rain forest tour
Yala national park safari tour
Whale watching
WHAT TO BRING
The climate is hot and humid so bring very light and loose clothing.
sun hat
yoga gear
A good mosquito repellent
Sri Lankan Rupee is the national currency.
Comprehensive travel insurance
UK plugs will fit Sri Lankan sockets
Please check up to date travel requirements at
www.lovesrilanka.org
Rooms all come with en-suite and AC
We have three levels of rooms,
Retreat prices range from £1395- £1795
( subject to availability)
Dates -
week 1
3rd Feb -11th Feb 24 ( sold out)
week 2
17thFeb- 24th Feb 24
The princess suite Double/twin /triple
The Admiral suite Double /twin/triple
1 X penthouse room Double/twin
2 X standard rooms Double/twin
2 X small double rooms
There will also be a supplement if room used for single person occupancy.
Please note if travelling alone a supplement will be added for the airport transfers ( up to £50)
A non refundable deposit of £450 is required to confirm your reservation on the retreat by May 15th 2023.
Balance due by December 1st 2023
Refund policy:
Please see terms and conditions.
CONTACT - FIONA - soulscapeshala@gmail.com
