Highland & Forest Wellness Retreat

Refresh your body, mind, and soul on a transformative journey through Sri Lanka’s misty highlands and lush rainforests. This wellness retreat blends yoga, meditation, spa treatments, forest bathing, and gentle hiking. Guests stay in boutique eco-lodges and wellness-focused hotels, exploring tea plantations, waterfalls, unspoiled forests, and serene mountain landscapes. Ideal for travellers seeking mindful relaxation, nature connection, and luxury in harmony with the environment.

Days

10

Nights

09

Day 01: Arrival in Colombo / Transfer to Kandy / Overnight in Kandy

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer privately to a tranquil wellness retreat by the lake in Kandy. Start with an evening yoga session and a guided retreat tour. Overnight in Kandy.

Day 02: Yoga & Heritage in Kandy / Overnight in Kandy

Begin with a morning yoga class. Visit the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy lakeside meditation in the afternoon. End the day with a herbal spa treatment.

Day 03: Transfer to Knuckles Mountains / Overnight in Knuckles

Drive to the Knuckles Mountain Range, rich in cloud forests and biodiversity. Take an afternoon light guided walk through misty pathways, ending with meditation and a wellness discussion at sunset. Stay overnight in a boutique eco-lodge.

Day 04: Knuckles - Nature & Mindfulness / Overnight in Knuckles

Morning yoga on the lodge balcony at sunrise. Guided forest hike with mindfulness exercises. Afternoon tea and herb tasting. Evening spa session and reflection time.

Day 05: Knuckles to Nuwara Eliya / Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

Travel through the highlands to Nuwara Eliya. Stop at a tea plantation for a guided tour and tasting. Afternoon woodland stroll with meditation. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 06: Nuwara Eliya - Waterfalls & Wellness / Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

Morning guided visit to Lover’s Leap and nearby waterfalls, incorporating mindful walking techniques. Afternoon massage and aromatherapy session.

Day 07: Nuwara Eliya to Ella / Overnight in Ella

Drive through scenic highlands to Ella. Relax with an afternoon yoga or spa treatment, followed by twilight meditation overlooking the valley.

Day 08: Ella - Little Adam’s Peak & Mindfulness / Overnight in Ella

Early morning hike to Little Adam’s Peak with guided breathing and mindfulness activities. Afternoon wellness workshop or tea meditation. Evening spa session.

Day 09: Ella to Sinharaja / Eco-Wellness Immersion / Overnight near Sinharaja

Drive to Sinharaja Rainforest for a guided eco-walk and forest bathing. Learn about local conservation efforts and meditate by candlelight at night.

Day 10: Departure / Transfer to Colombo

Morning yoga session before private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport. Optional stop at a scenic overlook or eco-café en route. Depart with renewed energy and lasting wellness memories.

Inclusions:

  • Boutique and wellness-focused accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Private air-conditioned transportation with driver
  • English-speaking guide for wellness and cultural experiences
  • Guided yoga, meditation, and wellness sessions as per the itinerary
  • Entrance fees to all listed attractions and conservation areas
  • Eco-walks, forest bathing, and scenic highland experiences

Exclusions:

  • International flights and visa fees
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses such as shopping, tips, or phone calls
  • Optional activities not included in the itinerary