Festive Retreat
10-day, 9-night Retreat
23rd December 2025 – 1st January 2026
Experience the 10-day Signature Festive Retreat, the highlight of the seasonal calendar and an empowering way to start the new year. Amidst abundant sunshine and nature’s healing embrace, we invite you to join us to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year ahead. Hosted by Sen Wellness founder, Sam Kankanamge, we will harness the power of ancient healing practices to recharge on a physical, emotional and spiritual level – the 10-day journey will culminate in a deeply transformative and awakening 5-hour heart-opening ceremony integrating cacao medicine, breathwork, chanting, prayer, meditation and other ancient technologies.
We are grateful to our guests who join us from all corners of the world, each bringing their unique light to the group. 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. Thoughtfully curated for a group experience, we ask that all guests stay for the full length of the programme. We also recommend arriving a day early if possible.
Programme inclusions
Personal Journey
- One-to-one consultation with our resident Ayurvedic Doctor on arrival and before departure, with daily support
- 3-4 Ayurvedic therapies daily according to your body type, totalling approximately 120 minutes
- 1 x acupuncture session
- 1 x one-to-one osteopathy, cranial osteopathy and energy medicine session with Sam Kankanamge
- Personalised wellness mentoring with Sam Kankanamge to support your wellness journey
- Pre- and post-retreat advice
Collective Journey
- Daily sunrise and sunset yoga and/ or meditation, open to all levels
- Opening ceremony to set an intention for the retreat
- Experiential workshops led by Sam Kankanamge
- 5-hour heart-opening ceremony integrating cacao medicine, breathwork, chanting, meditation and other ancient technologies
- Meditation and sound healing led by the visiting Buddhist Monk
- Closing ceremony to reflect on your journey

Full Board Accommodation
Eco Cabanas
Designed and built with sensitivity to the natural surroundings, the cabanas are reached by a raised wooden walkway that offers glimpses of wildlife among the trees. Once you step in, the spacious rooms embrace a natural and minimal design that celebrates the skilful craftsmanship of local artisans.
The cabanas offer the luxury of being surrounded by nature, with framed views of a tropical forest from a comfortable and private space of your own.
Luxury Beach Cabanas
Our Luxury Cabanas are the ultimate tier of Sanctuary accommodation, located a 100-metre walk from the beach. Designed by world-renowned architects, the rooms provide ample space to refresh yourself after a day of healing and exploration, with elegant arched ceilings inspired by nature.
From the private balcony surrounded by lush greenery, the view of topaz waters dances through the coconut palm trees, while the ocean hum induces deep relaxation.
Testimonials
I experienced an amazing 8 day stay at Sen Wellness which was both deeply relaxing and transformative. The staff are remarkably kind and caring, the space is beautiful and tranquil, and the treatments are exceptional. If you’re looking for a place for restoration and reinvigoration, look no further than Sen Wellness
Everything about this place is special. The staff are amazing — from the yoga teachers and doctors to the massage therapists and wellness team, everyone takes such good care of you and makes you feel at home. The food was out of this world, healthy but also unbelievably delicious.
The setting itself is magical. The wildlife around the sanctuary was unbelievable — we saw so many incredible animals right on our doorstep, which made the whole experience even more unique.
What really stood out too were the people we met there. The guests that come to Sen Wellness are some of the most interesting, kind, and inspiring people you could hope to meet.
This place is more than just a retreat — it’s somewhere you leave feeling lighter, healthier, and more connected. I’d recommend this place to anyone!
The environment is breathtaking – surrounded by pristine nature, the beach, and the lagoon – it creates the perfect setting for healing and transformation. The daily yoga, Ayurvedic treatments, and nourishing food all worked together to bring me balance, clarity, and peace.
What really stood out to me were the two brothers who own the sanctuary. They genuinely care for every guest, and you can feel their kindness and authenticity in everything they do. They’re some of the nicest people I’ve ever met, and their vision and heart make this place unlike anywhere else.
If you want to change your life for the better, come here. Sen Wellness Sanctuary is not just a retreat, it’s a life-changing experience. I will definitely be coming back very soon.
Always ask questions or requests, it will help you get the most out of your stay. During my visit, there were complimentary activities available, but you needed to request them. Sometimes these activities depended on a set schedule or the number of guests interested, so plan accordingly.
Meals were delicious and sometimes varied.
One note for improvement: during one of my treatments, I noticed the towel hadn’t been changed, and I had to ask for a fresh one. I hope this was just a one-off oversight, but I’m sharing it to help improve the experience.
Overall, I would stay again. What made the experience especially lovely were the other guests and people I met who were all open, kind, and wonderful to be around.
Big shoutout to Nat and Mariana, the wellness manager and yoga instructor, who brought great energy, made us feel welcome, and were also on their own journeys. The onsite doctor and staff truly took great care of everyone.
Thank you!
The staff are soooo wonderful, honestly they look after you so well. The place is so clean, every day they clean and make your room.
The pool Is soo nice and it’s not chlorinated so it’s so beautiful and fresh.
The Dr will assess you when you come and everyday will give you treatments to do and treatments are the best!
Oh also, turtles laying eggs on beach is very cool.
Doing yoga and meditation twice a day in the yoga studio with monkeys in the trees, beautiful birds and squirrels, it’s such an enchanting place!
Peacocks are always walking around the yards.
If you want the best Ayurvedic retreat, this is the one for you! 🤗
The treatments were excellent and noticeably beneficial for my wellbeing. I particularly appreciated how accommodating the team was to my physical disability — they personally escorted me to my room to ensure my safety, and even made me a walking stick during my stay. The consultation with Dr. Sam, the CEO, was another highlight; his warm, understanding manner, combined with breathing exercises and acupuncture-style pressure point work, felt both validating and affirming.
The food was delicious, fresh, and healthy. I even lost 2kg during my stay without ever feeling deprived or as though I was “on a diet.”
Beyond the sanctuary itself, the trips they offered enriched the experience — I enjoyed a serene boat ride in the lagoon behind the hotel, and they also organise temple visits. On Mondays, a monk visits the sanctuary to lead a guided meditation and share Buddhist philosophy, which was both calming and thought-provoking.
My short stay left me feeling rejuvenated and cared for, and I would happily return for a longer visit in the future.
The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, always ready to help with warm smiles. I felt at home from day one. The food was delicious, nourishing, and beautifully prepared to support our wellness journey.
The treatments and meditation sessions were amazing—each day brought a deeper sense of peace and connection. I also appreciated how knowledgeable and kind the doctors were. They took time to listen, understand, and guide me through my relaxation and detox process.
Overall, this experience was beyond my expectations. I feel renewed in body, mind, and soul. I’ll definitely be coming back—thank you, Sen Wellness, for such a magical and healing retreat!
Thank you
Best regard
Max
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Everything was simply perfect: the incredibly kind and attentive staff (thank you to Madhu, Jasmin, Dr chamodi and her lovely team, the wonderful therapists, especially Rasanga who did everything he could to heal my back with care, professionalism, and a smile and the kitchen staff, the chef, and sweet, always-smiling Sami)
The place is beautifully maintained, .clean, peaceful, and full of hear
My room by the ocean was lovel
The daily schedule is grounding and nourishing: morning and evening yoga, healthy delicious food, amazing body treatments, soul-soothing meditations (thank you, Shefali), a powerful session with a monk, and even some lovely excursions.
If you're dealing with pain, stress, or just craving real rest for your body and soul, I wholeheartedly recommend this sanctuary.
Highlights
- 2 x Daily Yoga Sessions
- Personalised Ayurvedic Treatments
- Authentic & Healthy Sri Lankan Food
- Local Excursions
- Swimming Pool
- Breathwork
- Sound Healing
- Acupuncture
Booking Enquiry

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