Yoga & ayurveda in tranquil Kerala, India
1 - 11 March 2026
Cost from £1415
Teacher Lara Stapleton
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About Ayurveda Cherai
Laid-back Cherai in Kerala, is renowned for ayurveda, a holistic, natural form of medicine that originated in India thousands of years ago.
Ayurveda Cherai is set in a tranquil location surrounded by tropical palms, with the peaceful backwaters on one side and the warm ocean on the other.
The perfect setting for a 10 day retreat offering nourishing yoga in this idyllic place, alongside a programme of soothing ayurvedic treatments and meals, following an individual consultation with an ayurvedic doctor.
Retreat programme
Join Lara for a Scaravelli inspired yoga and ayurveda retreat at this very special place, with a yoga shala overlooking the peaceful backwaters of Cherai.
The start of the retreat will be marked with a traditional fire ceremony. Each day will begin with a morning class of meditation and asana to gently open the body and attune the mind to the breath. The afternoon class will be a more gentle and restorative practise.
Between classes there will be ayurvedic treatments, time to relax in the grounds or head to the beach. There will be two yoga-free half days when you will have time to take a trip and explore the cultural delights.
Things to do
Each day there will be time to relax in the grounds or head to Cherai beach, a 20 minute walk or short tuk tuk ride away.
Following your individual consultation with the ayurvedic doctor, each person will have daily ayurvedic supplements and massage treatments, all included as part of the retreat.
There will be two yoga-free half days when you can take a boat trip on the backwaters at sunrise or head out and explore the local cultural sights by tuk tuk, such as Fort Kochi. One evening there will be classical music and dance for you to enjoy.
Shibu and his wonderful team are there to take good care of everyone and arrange a great programme of cultural events to experience the vibrant Keralan culture.
Accommodation & food
There are two types of rooms offered. Cottage rooms with double beds and private patio or heritage style wooden rooms with double or twin beds and a shared terrace. All have en-suite bathrooms. Most have air con, and some have a fan.
Delicious, light, and nourishing meals are included. Keralan style vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner made with local, fresh ingredients. There will be the opportunity to eat out on 2 evenings.
Yoga & ayurveda in tranquil Kerala, India, 1 - 11 March 2026
Costs
Shared double bed cottage room with AC £1525
Single occupancy cottage room with AC £1965
Shared double/twin heritage room with AC £1415
Single occupancy heritage room with AC £1745
Prices are per person
Includes:
Two yoga classes daily with two yoga-free afternoons (no yoga on travel days)
Individual ayurvedic consultation
Daily ayurvedic supplements & treatments
Herbal teas & daily fresh coconut water
Delicious and healthy ayurvedic breakfast, lunch and dinner each day
Cultural trips and entertainment
Airport transfers to/from Cochin International airport to Cherai
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required on booking and the balance is due 6 weeks before you travel.
Travel Arrangements
Arrival is on 1 March, your accommodation will be available from 1pm. Departure is on 11 March, you will need to vacate your accommodation by 11am. There will be no yoga classes on travel days.
The closest airport is Cochin international airport. Just 28km from Ayurveda Cherai.
Taxis will be arranged for you and the cost is included for transfers to/from Cochin international airport to Cherai.
Please be aware that a tourist visa is required for travel to India. There is an online application process for tourist e-visas that is an easy and more affordable option. You can apply here https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html
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