Winter Revival Retreat
8-day, 7-night Retreat
1st December – 8th December 2026
We are excited to announce our latest offering: the Winter Revival Signature retreat – a transformative 8-day wellness programme hosted by the venerable Buddhist Monk Nimal, in collaboration with our yoga teacher. As the festive season approaches, many of us find ourselves holding our breath in anticipation of the new year. Amidst this end-of-year rush, we invite you to join our Winter Revival Signature Retreat – an opportunity to pause, exhale and let go of all that no longer serves you. Over these 8 days, you will embark on a spirited journey to heal and re-energise, with a blend of unique offerings including daily yoga and meditation sessions, Buddhist teachings, Ayurvedic treatments and powerful ceremonies.
Thoughtfully curated for a collective 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
- 1x private yoga or meditation session with the senior yoga teacher
- 1x private meditation/gong bath session with the Buddhist Monk
Collective Journey
- Welcome Home Circle – Our opening gathering to set intentions, cultivate connection, and begin our shared pilgrimage together.
- Daily Sunrise & Sunset Practice – Yoga and meditation, open to all levels.
- Experiential Workshops – Guided by Dr. Sam Kankanamge, exploring health, healing, philosophy, and contemplative living.
- Meditation & Sound Healing – Led by the resident or visiting Buddhist monk, offering practices for stillness, reflection, and inner peace.
- Ancient Ceremony of Remembrance – An immersive evening of ceremonial cacao, breathwork, chanting, prayer, and contemplative practice, inviting a journey into personal and collective consciousness.
- Returning Home Ceremony – Our closing gathering around the sacred fire, honouring transformation, gratitude, and the integration of the journey as we prepare to return home.
Meet your guides
A dedicated Buddhist monk with over two decades of practice and a certified Level 2 Kundalini yoga instructor, Nimal has been a guiding presence at the Sanctuary. He facilitates weekly meditation sessions that integrate elements of gong healing, breathwork and Buddhist insights to create an enriching experience.
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.
