Retreat: Somatheeram

You’re hair is oilier than it’s ever been and you couldn’t be happier.

It’s all part of the pampering at Somatheeram Retreat in Kerala India.

From the second you arrive your senses are stimulated and soothed – that’s the hallmark of Panchakarma treatments. Warm, custom-scented oils are drizzled slowly onto your forehead, hitting precisely where you imagine your third eye. Massages incorporating a variety of herbal rubs and oils are performed by skilful hands and feet. Masterfully crafted vegetarian meals serve to nourish, satisfy and stimulate.

Somatheeram is an extensive health retreat utilizing the cleansing principals of ancient Ayurvedic medicine. Doctors meet with each guest on a daily basis to create a custom program that could include any variety of massage, sensory stimulation, acupressure, meditation and yoga. It’s an intensive, tailored treatment aimed at cleansing the body of toxins and freeing the mind of stress.

You’ll find serenity in your private cottage made of natural stone and rich, Red Indian wood. But, there is plenty to explore too. Stay close with a good book enjoyed poolside or a stroll along the beach. Or, head further afield and cruise along the backwaters of Kerala to witness traditional living. Explore the city’s streets and sights on a day trip. Discover where tea and spices come from with a plantation visit or witness the majesty of wild elephants in Periyar National Park.

Soma pampering + soma exploration = soma restoration.

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