Bring in the new year by heading to these detox destinations in India for a luxury wellness experience!
A brand new year is here, and after days of sinful indulgences and merry-making, both the body and mind are seeking a respite from the chaos and din of the daily life. Ask us how, and we’ll assure you there’s no better way then heading to a peaceful retreat for some quiet downtime. Think therapeutic massages, yoga and meditation sessions, sattvic food, and overall rejuvenation. Begin your detox journey at one of these best wellness spa retreats in India.
5 best wellness spa retreats in India
Vana, Dehradun
Where: Mussoorie Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Why: Sophisticated, sublime, and staggeringly effective — there are many reasons why Vana is placed on top of the wish-list by the ones who seek both wellness and spirituality. Translating to ‘forest’, this 82-room hilltop wellness retreat acts as a bubble of luxury in a natural setting away from the city rush, weaving yoga, Ayurveda, Tibetan medicine, and organic, vegetarian cuisine together to offer you a personalised plan. Treatments are prescribed according to your objectives, medical conditions and your dosha (Ayurveda body type), while there are group activities such as meditation, Raag (music) therapy, pottery and cooking sessions, and treks added to your daily routine. Book here.
Ananda in the Himalayas, Rishikesh
Where: The Palace Estate, Narendra Nagar Tehri – Garhwal, Uttarakhand
Why: The tranquil foothills of the Himalayas are home to Ananda where ancient practices of yoga and Ayurveda find their origins. Set amidst a lush sal forest, overlooking the peaceful shores of the holy Ganges, this former palace of a maharaja leads a spiritual pathway to the ultimate discovery of body and soul. The tailormade all-inclusive programmes here are focussed on individual health goals and are guided by a team of expert Ayurvedic doctors, skilled therapists, nutritionists, yogis, and spa cuisine chefs. Once done with your daily therapies, spend your time trying practicing at a six-hole golf course, going for a hike, attending the famous Ganga Aarti, and exploring nearby temples and ashrams. Book here.
SwaSwara, Gokarna
Where: Om Beach, Gokarna, Karnataka
Why: SwaSwara means your inner voice, and true to its name, this tranquil retreat on Om Beach is the perfect place to release, refocus, and recalibrate the self. This CGH Earth property sits amidst wilderness on the shoreline of the Konkan Coast, and offers you to stay at rustic thatched cottages that invite you to revel in the open and green spaces. A combination of nature activities with creative explorations, healthy cooking, meditative moods, asana practices on a dedicated yoga deck, and rejuvenating Ayurveda therapies make sure you leave the retreat healed and happy. Pick their signature Swa Wellbeing (a combination of massages, Hatha yoga, and meditation) to help you find your balance. Book here.
Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra, Kovalam
Where: Pulinkudi Road, Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Why: Perched on a dramatic cliff edge flanked by secluded beaches, this Relais & Châteaux property is dotted with traditional Kerala cottages, set in a verdant coconut grove. Submerged in the luxury of wellness immersions, spectacular sea views, and epicurean delights, it is a sanctuary for your senses with 10 dedicated Ayurveda rooms and the award-winning Niraamaya signature spa. Guests are guided on a personalised path to rejuvenation of their body, mind, and soul. Make sure to book their backwater cruise trip to the Golden Sand Beach, taking you through a mangrove forest and leading you to an exclusive sun-bed picnic. Book here.
Shreyas Retreat, Bengaluru
Where: Santoshima Farm, Gollahalli Gate Nelamangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Why: A sprawling oasis of swaying palms, frangipane, and bougainvillea, Shreyas is an hour’s drive away from the madness of Bengaluru. Wake up to birdsong and soak up some peace at this 25-acre wellness retreat. Guests are served with unparalleled personalised attention, while their daily routine, focussed on yoga, Ayurveda, and Naturopathy, is imbibed with a spiritual discipline. A total of six outdoor and indoor yoga spaces, a 24-metre infinity pool, a 13-treatment room wellness centre, and a five-acre organic kitchen garden make sure your days here are focussed on holistic well-being. Book here.
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