House of AnandaMovement · Stillness · Wisdom · JourneyAsia · Kandy & the east coast
Esala Perahera Yoga Retreat
Sri Lanka · Lanterns, Hills & Ocean
Move from cultural discovery in Kandy to restorative days on the coast. The proposed journey pairs an Esala Perahera experience with yoga, meditation and space to enjoy Sri Lankan food and heritage.
Proposed datesJuly-August 2027
Time away12 days · 11 nights
Booking statusRequests open
No payment now. This departure, its price and availability are not yet confirmed.
A sense of place
Why this journey?
For travellers who enjoy a journey with contrasting cultural and coastal chapters.
Perahera experience
Cultural heritage
East coast beaches
Our proposed retreat rhythm brings movement and stillness together with local culture, shared food and generous free time. Cultural experiences will be arranged with local guides and hosts, with invitations and access agreed before they become part of a confirmed programme.
The proposed journey
12 days, at a gentler pace.
This is an outline for development, not a fixed daily itinerary. The order, transfers and festival access will be confirmed in the departure offer.
- 01
Arrive & settle
Begin in Kandy with time to settle and orientate.
- 02
Culture & connection
Explore local heritage and a proposed Esala Perahera experience.
- 03
Explore & restore
Continue to the east coast for yoga, meditation and restorative beach days.
- 04
Reflect & return
Share a final practice and enjoy the quieter coastal pace.
Festival planning note
Festival access and the detailed programme will be confirmed before bookings open.
The current brochure’s calendar is a planning reference. Please wait for a confirmed departure before booking flights or separate accommodation.
Movement · Stillness
A practice that travels with you.
The proposed rhythm includes morning yoga, meditation, time to explore and quieter evening practice. Sessions can make room for rest around the busiest festival days.
Teachers, styles and session schedules will be named before the departure opens for confirmed bookings. Tell us about your practice interests in your request; suitability and adaptations can be discussed privately with the teaching team.
Tai Chi · an optional new strand
Explore connected movement, posture and focused attention through a proposed beginner introduction. Participation and any additional cost depend on the confirmed departure and instructor.
Morning Flow
25 minutes · four proposed sessionsEasy preparation, a short teacher-selected sequence and quiet standing or seated reflection.
Foundations
45 minutes · two proposed workshopsPosture, comfortable weight transfer, coordinated arm movement and supported stepping, with time to repeat and build confidence.
Sunset Stillness
20 minutes · one proposed sessionA gentle recap and reflection on a quiet evening, away from the busiest festival schedule.
This is the brochure’s ten-day example; the schedule adapts to each retreat. It is an introduction, not a teacher-training qualification. Qigong, if offered, will be identified separately.
See the ten-day Tai Chi rhythm ↗The practical details
Know what you’re choosing.
Stay & rooms
Accommodation is being developed around Kandy & the east coast. Venues and room categories are not yet contracted. Request single occupancy, a shared room or a flexible option; preferences are subject to availability.
Food & pace
Local food and generous time to rest are part of the concept. Meal arrangements and dietary provision will be confirmed for each venue before you commit.
Your group
The brochure proposes a small-group rhythm of 12–16 guests for standard departures. Final capacity, minimum numbers and the hosting team will be confirmed for this retreat.
Getting there
Arrival points, transfers and any internal travel are still to be agreed. Flights, travel insurance, entry arrangements and extra nights are not currently offered as included items.
What the written offer will cover
- Confirmed dates, accommodation and room category.
- Named teachers, practice sessions and cultural programme.
- Meals, festival tickets, guides and transfers that are included.
- Full price, any supplements, deposit and balance arrangements.
- Minimum group size, cancellation terms and what is excluded.
No final inclusions or selling price have been confirmed. Prices appearing on early concept artwork are not bookable quotations.
A few useful questions.
Can I book and pay today?
You can submit a booking request today. It creates an enquiry for the retreat team, not a reservation. No payment is collected here. A confirmed written offer is needed before you accept a place.
Can I come on my own?
Yes, you can request a place as a solo traveller. Choose your preferred room arrangement in the form. Room matching and any single supplement will be confirmed in the offer.
Is the festival ticket included?
Festival access, ticket categories and the final programme remain to be confirmed. Only the written offer will establish what is included.
Can I combine this with another retreat?
Tell us which other departure interests you. Each retreat is a separate proposal; connections, hosting and dates need confirmation before a combined trip can be offered.
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