Western Ghat Wonders as part of its Health and Wellness tourism introduces the Wriddhi Yoga with Ayurveda. This time you have a good opportunity to enjoy understand the culture of Karwar in Karnataka state of India and opportunity to participate in Holi the festival of colours!!

Thirteen days of total relaxation, rejuvenation… Wake up to the sound of birds, and start the day with a yoga class. Deepen your practice, transform Yoga into Life style. Connect with inner self in the ‘Land of Lord Shiva’.

We provide very classical Ayurveda treatment according to the shastra in most holistic way which are not available in resorts and five star Ayurveda centres. Those who treat you are qualified Ayurveda therapists who have done their Post-Graduation in Ayurveda medicine from reputed Universities in India.

The day is filled with Ayurveda treatments, plenty of free time to contemplate and enjoy the quiet green nature around. On the 12^th visit Gokarna, the spiritual capital of India where Atma Linga of Lord Shiva is situated, according to the Hindu Mythology.

With Yoga and Ayurveda retreat you will get opportunity to enjoy Holi, the Indian festival of colours at Karwar beach on March 13, 2017 with no additional cost.

• A.Features

Type: Yoga and Ayurveda Retreats with celebration of Holi- the festival of colours

Date: March 1 - 13, 2017

Duration: 13 days

Area: Dhanwantari Ayurveda village, Siddapur, Karwar dist., Karnataka State, India

Group Sizes: The maximum participants in the group is 16

Language of instruction: English

Space availability: This exclusive retreat will only have 16 spaces available to allow a high level of teacher attention and support.

Price: The price is US$ 1999 / person. An early bird discount of 5% will be offered and the price will be US$ 1899/ person if booked before February 7, 2017

• B.Location

None less than the National Geographic Traveller have acclaimed Central western Ghat areas of Karnataka which included Karwar (Uttara Kannada district) as one of the must-see paradises of the world. This strip of land, blessed with abundant greenery, is situated between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats. With innumerable attractions on hand - serene backwaters, beckoning hill stations, pristine beaches, exotic wildlife, colourful festivals, magical Ayurveda, amazing heritage, tantalising cuisine, Rock garden, bird and tiger sanctuaries, reserved forests ….. In one sentence it is heaven on the earth.

The details of all tourists places in this region is listed on our website: http://westernghatwonders.com/

• C.Climate:

Karwar district, the land surrounded by pristine waters of the Arabian Sea and Western Ghats, has an equable climate that varies from season to season. The climate is moderate on account of its proximity to the ocean, with temperatures rarely falling below 18ºC and rarely climbing higher than 38ºC. The monsoon season follows the summer and is quite short compared to that of other regions, ends sometimes in August; although mild spells of precipitation can be expected until the beginning of November. The winter season lasts from November till March.

• D. Local Attractions and Activities

There are a multitude of activities to engage yourself at Karwar district. Backwater cruise, sunset cruise, indoor games, water sports including water skiing, speedboat and banana boat rides etc. Bird sanctuary visits, Tiger sanctuaries, adventure tours, heritage tours, spiritual tours, sightseeing trips, village walks, islands, suspension bridges, evening shows of traditional dance etc. We strive to keep your moments here enriching and most cherished. All the important tours are listed on our websites in ‘Tours for You’ section.

• E.Surrounding Area
• ü Jungle
• ü Close to nature
• ü Farms
• ü Village areas

F.Food:

• üVegetarian
• ü Vegan
• ü Organic
• üFood-Freshly prepared south Indian style-breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner.
• üOrganic Vegetables and fruits are used to prepare food. No chemicals or MSG used in food preparation.

During this training, you will be served three daily buffet-style meals along with herbal tea with each meal. Our Kitchen caters to yogi preferences with an abundant selection of a sattvic nature, prepared in a clean and wholesome environment.

They offer a full selection of fresh vegetarian and vegan items including raw foods with daily specials, vegan deserts, and a variety of healthy dishes, in addition to brown rice and many international favorites offered at the request of guests.

There is also a full selection of traditional Indian dishes on the menu. The Kitchen also has a juice bar and provides fresh fruit and vegetable juices, fresh coconuts, and shakes for an additional cost.

The following meals are included:

üBreakfast

üLunch

üDinner

The following dietary requirements are served and/or catered for:

üVegetarian

üOther dietary requirements on request

(If you have special dietary requirements its a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation)

G.Yoga Skill Level

ü Beginner

ü Intermediate

• H.What is included in this package?

We offer the Yoga and Ayurveda package for holistic healing and life management. We offer unique experience of authentic holistic treatments in our Yoga and Ayurveda retreats.

The package includes

• üDoctors consultation
• üPanchakarma – the ideal Ayurvedic Rejuvenation programme
• üAyurvedic rejuvenation massage
• üReflexology
• üYoga
• üMeditation
• üHerbal mud packs
• üAyurvedic hot stone massage
• üAcupressure
• üHerbal face pack
• üRejuvenating Yoga and Ayurveda sessions
• üVegetarian food includes 12 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 12 dinners
• üIntegration groups that will help
• üIntegration groups that will help you synthesize the deep
• üThe Yoga and practices will be focused on an exploration of breath, the structures that support the breath and their relationship to movement, physiological balance and inner space.
• üDaily Yoga classes
• üAyurveda treatments
• üHealthy and nutritious vegetarian /vegan Breakfasts and lunches
• üFREE Wi-Fi
• üFiltered water and healthy tea
• üClean towel and bed linen
• üPrivate wash basin with Running water
• üNewly built Toilets and showers
• üDaily one Ayurvedic massage One Abhyangam and one additional Ayurvedic treatment according to doctor's prescription (i.e. shirodara, pizhichil, herbal scrub, etc)
• üTransportation (to and fro) from Goa to Ayurveda Retreat village in Siddapura, Joga and Gokarna
• üDouble Bed Rooms with attached bathrooms with all amenities in conformity with
• ayurvedic principles.

What's not included

Additional activities

Airfare

Airport transfers

Tickets for additional recreation like boating etc

Transportation other than prescribed in the this package

All packages will be conducted under the consultation of specialist Doctors with:

A personalized consultation with our Ayurvedic Health specialist to discuss and know more about your Health concerns which will make you informed of your health status on the basis of Ayurvedic Principles, thereby assisting you to understand the positive way of living a suggested by the ancient Indian knowledge of Life.

• 1.General Health assessment.
• 2.Prakriti (physical constitution) analysis
• 3.Pulse diagnosis
• 4.Dietary and Lifestyle advise
• 5.Health care Prescription
• 6.Recommendations of Ayurveda Therapies as per individual needs.
• 7. Detailed Diet sheet and lifestyle advice will be provided separately according to the Prakriti (physical constitution).

I.Special events and workshops

Introduction to Ayurveda
A talk on the meaning and method of the world’s oldest healing system from our highly qualified Ayurvedic doctor.

Mantra chanting
A proper introduction to the meaning and method of mantra chanting.

Village Walk
Guided walk through the nearby village and temple

Optional Extras

• Ayurvedic treatment courses for specific health conditions
• Palmistry consultations
• Vedic Astrology readings
• Spiritual ceremonies (pujas)
• Tours in Western Ghat areas of Karnataka (visit www.westernghatwonders.com)

• J.The Daily Schedule

Day 1

On arrival at GOA International Airport at 8.00am, our representative will welcome you. At 9.00 am our vehicle with all our guests proceed to Jog falls, the second highest water plunge in India (830 ft). Lunch at 1.15 PM. At 4.00 tea break. At 8.00 pm check in at Dhanwantari Ayurveda village in Siddapur. After dinner overnight stay at Dhanwantari Ayurveda village

Day 2 to 11

• Wake up at 6.00 am.
• From 7.00 am to 8 am attend Yoga classes.
• Breakfast at 8.00. Take rest.
• Consult the doctor at 9.00 am
• From 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Ayurvedic massage and Panchakarma treatment (1 hour slot per person)
• Lunch break from 12.30 pm to 1.30pm.
• From 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm it is free time/ fruit juice / special event / Second Ayurvedic massage
• Attend Yoga /or Meditation at 6.00pm to 7 pm.
• Dinner at 8.30 pm
• Overnight stay at Dhanwantari Ayurveda Village in Siddapur, Karwar, Karnataka state, India

Day 12

• Wake up at 6.00 am.
• From 7.00 am to 8 am attend Yoga classes.
• Breakfast at 8.00. Take rest.
• Consult the doctor at 9.00 am
• From 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Ayurvedic massage and Panchakarma treatment (1 hour slot per person)
• Lunch break from 12.30 pm to 1.30pm.

Proceed to Karwar and enroute visit Gokarna temple. Overnight stay at Karwar

Day 13

• Wake up at 6.00 am.
• 7am to 12-30 pm Morning Enjoy Holi on the beaches of Karwar.
• 1.00 pm lunch
• 2.30 pm visit ISKCON Temple in Karwar
• 4.00 pm Check out time

Full Description:

The root for the word Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word ‘Yuj’ which means the Union. Here it means the Union of the Mind, Body and Spirit, also the Union of Oneself with the Universal Self. This holistic science emphasises that this Union is necessary for a person seeking good health and well-being.

Yoga is particularly of importance in today’s life to prevent and cure diseases – the so-called psychosomatic diseases – the cause of which is mainly from the mind. In today’s life of Stress, Yoga thus acquires an imminent role.

The parts of Yoga that are mainly used in therapeutics are the Asanas, Pranayamas, Meditation, Kriyas and Relaxation techniques.

With a strong focus on safety, proper alignment, breath control and intuitive flow of Asanas our qualified teachers show you to create and retain Prana (the life- force)

While stilling the mind into a meditative enjoyment of the present moment. In their teaching they combine the science of Yoga with modern science, supporting what the yogis experienced long ago. The yoga classes last for one hour depending on the day and style.

Ayurveda: An ancient traditional system of medicine, Ayurveda is considered to be the oldest system of the health care, with literature going back 5000 years and an oral tradition that is much older. This healing system has been practiced in daily life in India for more than 5000 years.

Unlike the resorts, hotels and spas which offer Ayurveda treatment by the unskilled workers we provide the treatment in our Ayurveda village where you will be taught, traded and guided by the persons who have completed their Post graduation degree in Ayurveda

In this package we offer Panchakarma, Rejuvenation treatment, stress management treatments, body purification treatments, beauty care treatments like face messages, different massages for the pains and injuries, slimming packages depending on the requirement of each participant. This retreat is meant for family, couple and single travellers as has special for every group.

Important:

It is very important to understand that simply having a massage with Ayurvedic oil is not Ayurvedic treatment. If massage is not provided with proper medicated oils based on different personal factors, it can cause problems at a later statge.

Ayurvedic treatment requires an experienced doctor to decide what treatment is to be given, with what combination of oils and medicines and it has to be delivered by well-trained therapists.

AUTHENTIC AYURVEDIC MASSAGES ARE UNLIKE WESTERN MASSAGES FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:

• Spa-like Ayurvedic massages can cause health problems
• Authentic Ayurvedic massages are done by the therapists of the same sex as the patient.
• A lot of medicated oil is used in the massage, chosen by a quailified experienced doctor.
• The strokes of the massages are invigorating
• The massage is ideally done with two therapists simultaneously
• The massage covers the entire body except the groin
• Ayrvedic Abhayanga massage to reduce stress, performed by the doctors in our Yoga and Ayurveda retreat at Siddapur, Karwar district in Karnataka state of India.

FAQ

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Booking conditions

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