Sen Wellness Sanctuary

“Welcome to Sen Wellness Sanctuary, a peaceful haven for those seeking to immerse themselves in the restorative benefits of nature and experience the ancient healing of Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation and other healing modalities. Nestled in between an idyllic stretch of sandy beach along the southern Sri Lankan coastline and a tranquil lagoon within the Rekawa Nature Reserve, we are an eco-conscious, authentic retreat centre, offering a healing and nurturing space for you to deeply rest and be cared for by our warm and dedicated team”

Sam Kankanamge
Founder of Sen Wellness

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Sen Wellness Sanctuary
4.7
Based on 220 reviews
Sara A.
Had an amazing and deeply restorative stay at Sen Wellness Retreat. The yoga sessions with Shifali were a highlight—gentle, grounding, and full of presence. She created such a peaceful and nurturing space each day.

The Ayurveda treatments with Dr. Chamodi and her team were incredibly healing. Dr. Chamodi was kind, knowledgeable, and attentive to every detail, making each treatment feel truly personalized and aligned with our wellness goals.

A very special thank you to Yasmine, the wellness manager, who truly made our stay exceptional. From the moment we arrived, she greeted us with warmth and genuine care. Throughout the retreat, she was always present—checking in, anticipating our needs, and ensuring everything ran smoothly. Her ability to connect with each guest and create a sense of comfort and belonging is rare and truly appreciated.

The food was another highlight—fresh, nourishing, and delicious. thanks to the wonderful chef and kitchen team.

Sen is a beautiful sanctuary where every detail is designed for healing. I left feeling lighter, calmer, and deeply grateful. Highly recommend!
Delphine R.
We had a deeply nourishing experience at Sen Wellness. The Ayurvedic team was generous, skilled, and attentive — each treatment felt meaningful and aligned. Yasmin, the wellness organiser, was absolutely wonderful: warm, efficient, and incredibly supportive throughout our stay. Her care and presence truly elevated the experience.

Sen Wellness is a special place with a lot of heart and potential. With some refinement of the physical environment to match the depth and quality of the healing work, it could become a truly exceptional retreat space.

Thank you to the whole team — and especially to Yasmin — for creating such a supportive and soulful atmosphere.

Delphine L
Anna R.
The quality is excellent. The staff is gentle and very nice. the nature and all the activities nourishing the body , the soul, the clarity of mind.
Rodolfo C.
Amazing experience thanks to the Dr, Treatments and Staff. They are actually the magic: Dr Chamodi, Rasanga and Mrs Madu. People with amazing heart and ready to help. Thanks again for everything
Paige L.
My stay at Sen Wellness was incredible. My boyfriend and I booked a 14-day wellness retreat but ended up staying for 18 days. The doctors went above and beyond to make us feel genuinely cared for in a very bespoke way — I even accidentally fractured my toe while I was there, and they tended to it daily alongside my Ayurvedic treatments.

The therapists were all highly skilled. The male therapists were great for a stronger, more structural approach, while the female therapists offered a gentle, nurturing touch that felt deeply supportive.

The schedule was thoughtfully curated — from daily yoga and meditation to private sessions with the resident Monk, cacao and breathwork ceremonies, special meals, cooking demos, and Ayurveda classes. That said, there was absolutely no pressure to attend everything, which allowed for plenty of spaciousness to rest and move at your own pace.

The setting itself is pure magic: wild jungle on one side, pristine ocean on the other, and monkeys swinging through the trees in between.

Sen is the kind of place that’s perfect for anyone moving through a transition. For me, it reset my nervous system after a particularly stressful six months, and helped me anchor into new habits for the next chapter. I also left looking (and feeling) ten years younger.

Would — and will — absolutely return!
Bradley M.
Spent nearly three weeks at Sen - beautiful project, beautiful people and a beautiful place.

The food was sensational, the massages and treatments were world class (request face/head massage from rasanga) and the nature is surreal - you are in a jungle surrounded by monkeys and steps from the most pristine beautiful beach, to yourself.

My recommendation for the panchakarma would be to come prepared with things you want to work on - it was more flexible than I thought, and the team/doctors looking after you are incredibly accomodating, so you can really mould your experience if you wish (ie silent days, juice fast, day trips, special treatments).

They’ve also created a really nice community vibe - so you’re meeting/dining always with a great/interesting crew of humans.

We were even lucky enough to catch a session with the founder Sam (magician) and a cacao ceremony

Thanks especially madu, yasmin, dr chamodi and the whole staff crew for always being so friendly/helpful.
Andrew W.
I stayed at Sen Wellness Sanctury for a week in May. The property is beautifully located just 2 minutes walk from a lovely long stretch of wild ocean beach where turtles arrive to nest. There are a variety of room choices all nicely appointed.

The staff in all areas of the business were fantastic.

Lovely food, 3 meals a day with with morning and evening yoga sessions, daily treatments, massages and organised day trips completed a really comprehensive package. The shared environment is tastefully decorated enabling a very relaxed space to relax, snooze or chat with other guests.

My stay here has been delightful and I would highly recommend Sen Wellness Sancturay to anyone wishing to take a healthy break in Sri Lanka.

Andrew.😀
Marius K.
Sen Wellness is the perfect place to unwind. With its kind staff, a pleasant space, the perfect location and great food, it really embodies the combination of factors needed for great relaxation. The Ayurveda treatments worked well for me, and I would definitely consider this retreat ideal for beginner in Ayurveda. Overall, I can highly recommend this place!
Alessandra C.
I would totally recommend Sen Wellness - I really enjoyed my stay. Loved the treatments, the pool area and especially ayurvedic food.
The location is just perfect - right next to a quiet beach.
Georgia A.
I had such a fantastic stay at Sen Wellness. It is in such a beautiful location, the staff are so accommodating and all my questions were answered. It was a very special stay that I will remember forever and I can’t wait to return! B if thank you to Madhu and Udari for all their help and support! Georgia
Paris L.
A beautiful 5 night stay at Sen Wellness Retreat. The staff are very friendly, courteous and show sincere empathy for your needs. I felt very well supported during my stay. The Ayurvedic doctors and clinicians are excellent. The ambience and setting is perfect for a wellness stay. I will definitely be back for a longer stay!
Sara T.
Went for a 10-day spring retreat! Staff were really attentive — special mentions for Ms DiMuthu and Roshan who did a good job with massages, and the driver Gobi has excellent driving skills (prob the only one that didn’t give me carsickness on the long drives)
The staff helped us arrange safaris and day trips to mirisa beach, and tangelle town.
Anneka K.
Loved my stay at Sen - 3 days in a peaceful haven! Great service from the staff especially the therapists, and the cooks. Everyone is extremely friendly and you feel so well taken care off. Rooms are beautiful, food is delicious, massages are wow and the pool/beach are just perfect. Would recommend to anyone looking for a luxury Ayurvedic wellness retreat
BOSCO M.
The Sen Wellness Sanctuary is a beautiful place, energized by 2 places of water nearby, a wild and magnificent beach and a quiet and peaceful lagoon on the other side.
The staff of the hotel is wonderful, they make you feel welcomed from the moment you put your foot on the ground when they ask to leave your shoes at the entrance of the Sanctuary and you do not need it anymore for the rest of the stay inside the hotel.
The women doing the massages are without any doubt the best part of the staff in this place, the doctors are very nice also but they might be slightly unexperienced at times.
Antonio the manager is friendly although sometimes a bit inefficient.
The rooms are cozy and comfortable and the food is very good.
Sam the owner of the place knows a lot about his work and practices although I find he runs the place with a focus on making business, which in a way makes sense but sometimes made me feel uncomfortable. For example if you want an appointment with him, or even a short talk, you will be charged extra even though you have already paid a lot of money to stay there.
Still I would go back as the place is wonderful.
Ariela K.
This is an INCREDIBLE wellness center focused on Ayurvedic healing modalities. I felt so taken care of and the quality of services was amazing. The food was excellent and the rooms are gorgeous! I can’t wait to come back!
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Ayurveda Retreats

Our Bespoke Ayurveda Retreats, available year-round, are uniquely tailored to your unique constitution and personal wellness goals. Offering flexible durations from 3 days to 3 weeks or more, we accommodate your schedule.

Each programme begins with an in-depth consultation with our resident Ayurvedic Doctor, who will prescribe a tailored treatment plan including daily Ayurvedic treatments and herbal medicines, yoga and meditation practices, immersive nature experiences and nourishing meals, and powerful group ceremonies and rituals.

Signature Retreats

A 10-day sacred group experience available seasonally, hosted by Sen Wellness Founder and Medical Director Sam Kankanamge. The Signature Retreats include a personal treatment session with Sam, as well as group ceremonies and rituals.

We believe that no group comes together by accident, there is always a deeper purpose and intention. Some of the deepest healing can occur when we allow others to be a mirror of ourselves. The group naturally evolves during the retreat, strong connections are made and lasting friendships are formed.

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Immerse in the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and restore balance with personalised treatments tailored to your unique constitution
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Cleanse and reset your body, restoring your natural healing and detoxification capacities
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SUSTAINABILITY

We are an eco-conscious retreat centre tucked away in a protected area, home to a tropical mangrove ecosystem, a peaceful lagoon, diverse wildlife and an unspoilt stretch of sandy beach where giant sea turtles come to nest. As guardians of this extraordinary habitat, we are committed to protecting its flora and fauna and making positive contributions to our environment and local communities through sustainability initiatives.

Accommodation

Blending harmoniously with the surrounding ecosystem, the Sanctuary is a boutique, 14-room retreat centre that provides tailored programmes and expert care to each guest. Choose from our Gallery Rooms, Eco-Conscious Cabanas or Luxury Cabanas, all artfully furnished with sustainable materials and locally crafted items to reflect nature’s wild beauty and healing qualities.

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