{"id":13572,"date":"2026-09-16T09:21:15","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T06:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/?page_id=13572"},"modified":"2026-09-17T09:55:21","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T06:55:21","slug":"sri-lanka-retreat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/en\/sri-lanka-retreat\/","title":{"rendered":"\u03a3\u03a1\u0399 \u039b\u0391\u039d\u039a\u0391 RETREAT \u0395\u039d"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; full_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; disable_background_image=&#8221;&#8221; content_text_aligment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1781766662102{padding-top: 80px !important;padding-bottom: 60px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221; row_title=&#8221;HERO IMAGE&#8221; el_class=&#8221;destination-hero&#8221; simple_background_image=&#8221;13270&#8243;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"home-hero__inner\">\n<h1 class=\"home-hero__title\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">SRI LANKA RETREAT<\/span><\/h1>\n<p class=\"home-hero__subtitle\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">A different way to travel. A different way to live.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"home-hero__date\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold;\">23 OCT \u2013 4 NOV 2026<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_btn title=&#8221;JOIN THE RETREAT&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; link=&#8221;url:%23contact-form&#8221; custom_hover_background=&#8221;#f0f0f0&#8243; custom_hover_text=&#8221;#5e5e5e&#8221; custom_border=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_hover_border=&#8221;#f0f0f0&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1634381939475{padding-top: 0px !important;background-color: #dbdbdb !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1634382174833{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>DEPARTURE<\/strong><br \/>\n23 October 2026<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1634382182040{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>DURATION<br data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"349\" \/><\/strong>13 days \/ 12 nights<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1634382187090{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>FROM<\/strong><br data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"769\" \/>\u20ac1,560 \/ person<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1781937508773{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_text_aligment=&#8221;left&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1634385985185{padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"eltd-elements-holder   eltd-one-column  eltd-responsive-mode-768 eltd-one-column-alignment-left\" ><div class=\"eltd-eh-item    \"  data-item-class=\"eltd-eh-custom-2331\" data-1024-1280=\"0px 19%\" data-768-1024=\"0px 2%\" data-680-768=\"0px 2%\" data-680=\"0px 2%\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-eh-item-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"eltd-eh-item-content eltd-eh-custom-2331\" style=\"padding: 0px 21%\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"eltd-section-title-holder  eltd-st-standard eltd-st-title-left eltd-st-normal-space    \" >\n\t<div class=\"eltd-st-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"eltd-st-title\" style=\"color: #000000\">\n\t\t\t\tSri Lanka Retreat\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;]<div class=\"eltd-section-title-holder  eltd-st-standard eltd-st-title-left eltd-st-normal-space    \" >\n\t<div class=\"eltd-st-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"eltd-st-title\" style=\"color: #000000\">\n\t\t\t\tA journey through Sri Lanka that brings us closer to nature, to people and to ourselves\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>For 13 days, we leave behind the familiar rhythms of everyday life and spend time in nature, meet people and communities across Sri Lanka, and discover the country through their stories, traditions and daily lives.<\/h3>\n<p>We live in a time when our days are filled with information, screens, obligations and constant stimulation. Most of us spend much of the day in front of a screen, moving from one task to the next, and often end the day feeling tired without having made time for the things that truly nourish us.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>What would happen if, for a few days, we stepped away from this rhythm?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>What if we woke to the sounds of the forest instead of notifications on our phones? If we wandered among the trees with nowhere in particular to go, shared meals with people whose lives follow a different rhythm, and made room for rest, connection, stillness and joy?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is the journey we have created in Sri Lanka. A journey for people who feel the need to take a deep breath, truly rest, and remember what life can feel like when there is more time, more space and less rushing.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For one week, we stay at a small eco-lodge in the heart of the forest. Here, we discover forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku \u68ee\u6797\u6d74) through both its philosophy and its practice, walking slowly through nature, engaging all our senses and allowing ourselves to spend more time simply being present in the natural world.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, we discover a side of Sri Lanka that goes beyond the sights. We cook with women from the village by the river, share meals and stories with people from the local community, visit places connected to the Buddhist tradition, and spend time with Dr. Pilapitiya, learning about the remarkable relationship between people, elephants and the natural environment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Yoga, meditation and breathwork are woven into the journey, not as an end in themselves, but as simple practices that help us calm the body and mind, rest and reconnect with what really matters to us each day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We then leave the forest and travel towards the mountains of Ella, through tea plantations and mist-covered landscapes. From there, we continue to the shores of the Indian Ocean, where time takes on an even slower rhythm and the sea becomes our space to rest, swim and absorb everything we have experienced.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps what we bring home with us will not be only the images of Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps it will also be the feeling that, for a few days, we lived with more space, more time and a greater sense of presence.<\/p>\n<p>Closer to nature.<br \/>\nCloser to people.<br \/>\nCloser to what truly matters.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60px&#8221;]\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1783097427157{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 80px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"eltd-image-gallery  eltd-ig-carousel-type eltd-tiny-space  eltd-image-behavior-lightbox\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-ig-slider eltd-owl-slider\" data-number-of-items=\"5\" data-enable-loop=\"yes\" 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\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eltd-ig-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a itemprop=\"image\" class=\"eltd-ig-lightbox eltd-block-drag-link\" href=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-1.webp\" data-rel=\"prettyPhoto[image_gallery_pretty_photo-719]\" title=\"taxidi-sri-lanka-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-1-300x200.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"T\u03b1\u03be\u03af\u03b4\u03b9 \u03c3\u03c4\u03b7 \u03a3\u03c1\u03b9 \u039b\u03ac\u03bd\u03ba\u03b1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-1.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eltd-ig-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a itemprop=\"image\" class=\"eltd-ig-lightbox eltd-block-drag-link\" href=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-2.webp\" data-rel=\"prettyPhoto[image_gallery_pretty_photo-719]\" title=\"taxidi-sri-lanka-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-2-300x200.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"T\u03b1\u03be\u03af\u03b4\u03b9 \u03c3\u03c4\u03b7 \u03a3\u03c1\u03b9 \u039b\u03ac\u03bd\u03ba\u03b1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-2-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-2-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-2-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-2.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eltd-ig-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a itemprop=\"image\" class=\"eltd-ig-lightbox eltd-block-drag-link\" href=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-18-1.webp\" data-rel=\"prettyPhoto[image_gallery_pretty_photo-719]\" title=\"taxidi-sri-lanka-18\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-18-1-300x200.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"T\u03b1\u03be\u03af\u03b4\u03b9 \u03c3\u03c4\u03b7 \u03a3\u03c1\u03b9 \u039b\u03ac\u03bd\u03ba\u03b1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-18-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-18-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-18-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-18-1.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_content_width=&#8221;grid&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1783097417989{padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221; simple_background_color=&#8221;#F9F7F2&#8243;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>What we\u2019ll experience together<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Nature, people and the traditions of Sri Lanka shape every part of this experience. The journey unfolds through the people we meet, the stories we hear, the moments we share and the way we choose to spend our time there.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_content_width=&#8221;grid&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1781940578607{padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 60px !important;}&#8221; simple_background_color=&#8221;#F9F7F2&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc; list-style-position: outside; margin-left: 20px; padding-left: 0; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc; list-style-position: outside; margin-left: 20px; padding-left: 0; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>A week in the forest:<\/strong> For one week, the forest becomes our home. We wake to the sounds of nature, move at a slower pace and make space for rest, presence and connection.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Yoga, meditation &amp; breathwork: <\/strong>We begin the day with practices that help the body relax and the mind become still.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong> Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku): <\/strong>A Japanese practice that invites us to slow down and experience the forest through all our senses. Guided by Maulie, we spend time in nature differently, making space for observation, presence and a deeper connection with our surroundings.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Boat ride on the lake<\/strong>: We experience the landscape from the water, in a quiet journey of observation and stillness.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Birdwatching:<\/strong> We discover the rich natural world of the area and become more attuned to the rhythms of the forest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc; list-style-position: outside; margin-left: 20px; padding-left: 0; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc; list-style-position: outside; margin-left: 20px; padding-left: 0; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Cooking by the river with women from the village:<\/strong> We take part in preparing a traditional meal and get a glimpse into everyday community life through people, stories and a shared experience.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>In the footsteps of elephants with Dr. Pilapitiya:<\/strong> We visit a place where people and elephants share the same land and learn how this remarkable relationship shapes the daily lives of local communities.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>The cultural heart of Sri Lanka:<\/strong> We visit Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Aukana and Ritigala, discovering the history, Buddhist heritage and traditions that have shaped the island.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Ella &amp; Nine Arches Bridge:<\/strong> We travel through lush tea plantations and the mountain landscapes of central Sri Lanka.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 18px; color: #000000; font-weight: normal;\"><strong>Time by the Indian Ocean:<\/strong> We end our journey in Tangalle, making space for rest, swimming and time to absorb everything we have experienced.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_text_aligment=&#8221;left&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1783615385185{padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 80px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"eltd-elements-holder   eltd-one-column  eltd-responsive-mode-768 eltd-one-column-alignment-left\" ><div class=\"eltd-eh-item    \"  data-item-class=\"eltd-eh-custom-1660\" data-1024-1280=\"0px 19%\" data-768-1024=\"0px 2%\" data-680-768=\"0px 2%\" data-680=\"0px 2%\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-eh-item-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"eltd-eh-item-content eltd-eh-custom-1660\" style=\"padding: 0px 21%\">\n\t\t\t[vc_tta_tabs][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;ITINERARY&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1769762882341-af2522ee-3926&#8243;]<div class=\"eltd-accordion-holder eltd-ac-default  eltd-accordion eltd-ac-boxed  clearfix\">\n\t<h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN SRI LANKA<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1785\">Arrive in Sri Lanka and settle in before the retreat begins. We recommend arriving no later than 23 October and spending the night near Colombo International Airport.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1985\">This pre-retreat night is not included in the retreat price. We will provide recommended accommodation options and detailed information about the meeting point and group transfer before the journey.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 2: INTO THE FOREST<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]In the morning, we meet near Bandaranaike International Airport and begin our journey together towards the Habarana area. As the city gradually gives way to a greener landscape, we make our way to the small eco-lodge that will be our home for the next seven nights.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Once we arrive, there is time to settle into our rooms, rest and explore our surroundings. There is no need to rush into a schedule. This first day is about arriving \u2014 not only in Sri Lanka, but also in the slower rhythm that will shape the week ahead.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We meet Maulie and discover the story behind the place we are staying. Years ago, she chose to leave a successful professional career and follow a very different path. Through her story, we learn how degraded land was gradually restored into a thriving ecosystem and how the idea emerged of creating a place where people could live more closely with nature.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later in the day, we take a boat ride on the lake, our first opportunity to observe the landscape from the water, notice the birdlife and begin to experience the area at a different pace.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, we come together for a gentle grounding practice and an introduction to the retreat and the days ahead.<\/p>\n<p>In the evening, we share our first dinner together at the lodge.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Meals included: Dinner[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 3: THE RHYTHM OF THE FOREST<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We wake to the sounds of nature and begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later in the morning, we meet Maulie for our first experience of Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku), the Japanese practice of slowing down and experiencing the forest through our senses. Guided by Maulie, we walk slowly among the trees, notice the changing light, listen to the sounds around us, explore different textures and begin to pay attention to the small details that often go unnoticed.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After lunch, there is time to rest and enjoy some personal time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, we go birdwatching around the lake and through the forest. The area is home to a remarkable variety of birdlife, and the experience gives us another opportunity to slow down, observe and become more familiar with the natural world around us.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We end the day with dinner at the lodge and a quiet evening in the forest.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">4\u03b7 \u0397\u039c\u0395\u03a1\u0391: SIGIRIYA, DAMBULLA \u039a\u0391\u0399 \u0397 \u0392\u039f\u03a5\u0394\u0399\u03a3\u03a4\u0399\u039a\u0397 \u03a0\u0391\u03a1\u0391\u0394\u039f\u03a3\u0397<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We wake to the sounds of nature and begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After breakfast, we set out for **Sigiriya**, the iconic \u201cLion Rock\u201d and one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most remarkable historical sites. Rising dramatically above the surrounding landscape, this ancient rock fortress reveals the remains of a royal citadel and offers a fascinating glimpse into the island\u2019s past.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We then continue to the **Dambulla Cave Temple**, one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most important Buddhist sites. Its caves, filled with Buddha statues and centuries-old paintings, introduce us to a spiritual tradition that remains deeply woven into everyday life across the country.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the late afternoon, we return to the forest for dinner and a quiet evening at the lodge.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 5: PEOPLE, FLAVOURS &amp; EVERYDAY STORIES<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We wake to the sounds of nature and begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later in the morning, we return to the forest for another Forest Bathing experience with Maulie. Now that the forest has become more familiar, we go a little deeper into the practice, allowing more space for observation, presence and connection with the natural world.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After lunch, we walk to a nearby village to spend time with members of the local community and learn about their everyday lives and relationship with the land.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Together with women from the village, we prepare a traditional meal **by the river**. We wash the rice, prepare the ingredients and cook together, following methods that are part of daily life here. As the food comes together, so do conversations, stories and laughter \u2014 the kind of human connection that often grows naturally around preparing and sharing food.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The meal that follows is about more than what is on the table. It is an opportunity to spend time together, get to know the people behind the place and experience a little of Sri Lanka through the eyes of those who call it home.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The rest of the day unfolds at an easy pace, with time to rest and enjoy some personal space.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 6: POLONNARUWA \u2014 IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF AN ANCIENT KINGDOM<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We wake to the sounds of nature and begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After breakfast, we set out for Polonnaruwa, one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most important ancient capitals and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We walk among temples, royal palaces, ancient reservoirs and intricate stone carvings that reveal the scale and significance of the city nearly a thousand years ago. As we explore, we discover an important chapter in Sri Lanka\u2019s history and see how religion, architecture and everyday life came together in one of the island\u2019s great ancient kingdoms.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, we return to the forest and join **Maulie for another Forest Bathing experience**, shifting once again from history and exploration to the quieter rhythms of the natural world.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the evening, we gather for dinner at the lodge.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 7: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ELEPHANTS<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We wake to the sounds of nature and begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our morning continues with another Forest Bathing experience with Maulie, exploring the forest through the senses and quiet observation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later, we meet Dr. Pilapitiya, who has devoted much of his life to studying and protecting Sri Lanka\u2019s elephants and to finding ways for people and wildlife to coexist.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Through his work, we discover a different side of Sri Lanka. We learn about the lives of elephants, their movements and family bonds, and the habitat that supports them. We also gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by local communities living alongside wild elephants and the ongoing efforts to make coexistence possible.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We explore the surrounding area, looking for signs of elephant activity and observing the landscape from a different perspective. If we are fortunate, we may have the opportunity to see wild elephants from a distance, always respecting their natural behaviour and space.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the evening, we gather by the lake for dinner with Dr. Pilapitiya and members of the local community. As night falls, conversations unfold around nature, village life and the stories of this land.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The evening ends with Pel Kavi, a traditional form of Sri Lankan folk singing rooted in rural life. Through music, humour and storytelling, we encounter a living cultural tradition that continues to be part of local community life today.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 8: RITIGALA &amp; AUKANA \u2014 NATURE AND SPIRITUALITY<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We wake to the sounds of nature and begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our final full day in the forest unfolds without rushing. There is time to rest, enjoy some personal space and take in the rhythms that have become familiar over the past few days.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later, we visit Ritigala, one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most atmospheric archaeological and spiritual sites. Hidden within the forest are the ruins of an ancient Buddhist monastery, where monks once chose a life of simplicity and seclusion. We walk among stone pathways, ancient steps and the remains of monastic buildings, in a landscape that still carries a remarkable sense of quiet.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As the day draws to a close, we continue to Aukana, home to one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most impressive ancient Buddha statues. Arriving as the light begins to soften gives us time to experience the site at a quieter pace \u2014 a fitting end to our days in the forest.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We return to the lodge for our final evening surrounded by nature and our last dinner together here, before continuing our journey into the mountains of Sri Lanka the following morning.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 9: FROM THE FOREST TO THE MOUNTAINS<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We wake to the sounds of nature and begin our final morning in the forest with yoga, meditation and breathwork.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After breakfast, we say goodbye to the place that has been our home for the past week and set off for Ella, one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most beautiful mountain regions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our journey takes us through changing landscapes, tea plantations, small villages and winding mountain roads, revealing another side of the island.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, we visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge and have time to explore the surrounding area and enjoy the mountain atmosphere of Ella.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The change in landscape brings a change of rhythm too. We leave behind the quiet of the forest and enter Sri Lanka\u2019s highlands, surrounded by tea country, cooler air and a very different scenery.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We spend the night in Ella.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 10: FROM THE MOUNTAINS TO THE INDIAN OCEAN<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]After breakfast, we leave Ella and make our way towards Tangalle, on Sri Lanka\u2019s southern coast.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As we leave the mountains and tea country behind, the landscape gradually changes until we reach the shores of the Indian Ocean, where we will spend the final days of our journey.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After arriving and settling into our accommodation, the rest of the day is deliberately unhurried. There is time to rest, swim and enjoy our first hours by the sea.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, we come together for yoga, meditation and breathwork by the ocean, ending the day with the sound of the waves and views of the sea.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 11: THE RHYTHM OF THE SEA<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork by the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There is no set schedule today. The day is deliberately left open for rest, swimming, reading or simply spending time by the sea.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>After days filled with experiences, encounters and changing landscapes, this is a chance to slow down even further and allow time for everything we have experienced to settle.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later in the day, there is space for personal practice, a walk along the beach or simply listening to the sounds and rhythms of the ocean.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 12: FINDING OUR OWN RHYTHM<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We begin the day with yoga, meditation and breathwork by the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The day unfolds slowly, with plenty of time to rest, swim and simply enjoy being by the sea. It is a chance to stay a little longer with everything we have experienced over the previous days, to enjoy the ocean and to let the journey settle in its own time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later in the day, we come together as a group for a final circle of sharing and reflection \u2014 a moment to look back on the places we have been, the people we have met and the different rhythms of life we have experienced along the way.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">DAY 13: FAREWELL TO THE INDIAN OCEAN<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We begin our final day in Sri Lanka with yoga, meditation and breathwork by the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The rest of the morning is free to rest, swim, take a walk along the beach or simply enjoy a few more hours at the slower pace we have settled into over the past days.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, we come together for a farewell meal, a final moment to share around the table before saying goodbye to the sea, the journey and the group that has formed along the way.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Later in the afternoon, we leave Tangalle and transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport, where our journey together comes to an end.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;ACCOMMODATION&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1681538598182-544868dd-59a1&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>\ud83c\udf3f Forest Stay<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For the first seven nights of our journey, we stay at a small eco-lodge hidden in the forest in central Sri Lanka. We wake each morning to the sounds of birds, walk among the trees, follow our daily practices in nature and gradually allow the rhythms of the forest to become part of our everyday life. This is more than simply the place where we stay. 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https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-47.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eltd-ig-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a itemprop=\"image\" class=\"eltd-ig-lightbox eltd-block-drag-link\" href=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-46.webp\" data-rel=\"prettyPhoto[image_gallery_pretty_photo-242]\" title=\"taxidi-sri-lanka-46\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-46-300x200.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\u03a3\u03c1\u03b9 \u039b\u03ac\u03bd\u03ba\u03b1, \u03b4\u03b9\u03b1\u03bc\u03bf\u03bd\u03ae \u03bc\u03ad\u03c3\u03b1 \u03c3\u03c4\u03bf \u03b4\u03ac\u03c3\u03bf\u03c2\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-46-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-46-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-46-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/xploristas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/taxidi-sri-lanka-46.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_column_text]<strong>\u26f0\ufe0f Stay in Ella<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After a week in the forest, we spend one night in Ella, one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most beautiful mountain regions. Surrounded by lush green hills, tea plantations and cooler mountain air, we experience a different side of the island before continuing our journey towards the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf0a Stay by the Indian Ocean<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our final four nights are spent in Tangalle, at a boutique hotel right on the beach, overlooking the Indian Ocean. Here, the pace becomes even slower. Our days are filled with the sound of the waves, swimming, rest and time to take in everything we have experienced over the previous days. A fitting end to a journey that begins in the forest and finishes by the sea.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;USEFUL INFORMATION&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1634404226784-ace95c8f-e5e6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Duration:<\/strong> 13 days \/ 12 nights<br \/>\n<strong>Dates:<\/strong> 23 October \u2013 4 November 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Minimum group size:<\/strong> 10 participants<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Passport &amp; Entry Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>Your passport should be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n<p>Visa and entry requirements vary depending on nationality. Most travellers will need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before travelling. We recommend checking the latest requirements that apply to your passport well in advance of departure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Weather<\/h3>\n<p>Late October and early November fall within Sri Lanka\u2019s tropical transition season, so conditions can vary and occasional rain should be expected.<\/p>\n<p>Temperatures are generally warm in the forest and along the coast, while Ella is cooler, particularly in the mornings and evenings. In Tangalle, expect warm tropical weather and plenty of time by the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Food<\/h3>\n<p>Sri Lankan cuisine is rich in fresh vegetables, rice, curries, tropical fruit and seafood.<\/p>\n<p>Vegetarian and vegan options are widely available. Please let us know in advance about any allergies, intolerances or specific dietary requirements.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Health<\/h3>\n<p>Health and vaccination recommendations vary depending on your country of origin, medical history and previous travel. We recommend consulting your doctor or a travel health professional before departure.<\/p>\n<p>Mosquito repellent is recommended, particularly in the late afternoon and evening. We also recommend drinking bottled or properly filtered water throughout the journey.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Electricity<\/h3>\n<p>Sri Lanka uses 230V \/ 50Hz electricity, with plug types D, G and M. A universal travel adapter is recommended.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Currency<\/h3>\n<p>The local currency is the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).<\/p>\n<p>Cards are accepted at many hotels, restaurants and tourist businesses, but carrying some cash is useful for smaller purchases, local markets and rural areas.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Internet &amp; Connectivity<\/h3>\n<p>Wi-Fi is available at most of our accommodation, although connection speeds may vary, particularly in more remote areas.<\/p>\n<p>Local SIM cards and eSIMs are widely available and are a convenient option for mobile data during the trip.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;PRICE&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1634390411885-a277001d-c520&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1125\"><strong data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1125\">Retreat Price<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1220\">\u20ac1,560 per person \u2014 <strong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1174\">shared twin\/double room<\/strong><br data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\" \/>\u20ac1,880 per person \u2014 <strong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1220\">private single room<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1265\"><strong data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1265\">International flights are not included.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"col-md-12\">\n<p><strong>What\u2019s included:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">12 nights\u2019 accommodation<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Daily breakfast<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">7 dinners<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">All transfers, activities and excursions included in the itinerary<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">All yoga, meditation and breathwork sessions included in the programme<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">All Forest Bathing experiences<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Entrance fees to Polonnaruwa Ancient City, Kaludiya Pokuna, Ritigala and Aukana<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Local English-speaking guide<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Xploristas trip coordination<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Retreat facilitation by Athina Sidiropoulou<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Travel insurance<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Liability insurance<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9yefdd\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"215\">Pre-departure information and support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-12\"><strong>What\u2019s not included:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tahwi\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"972\">International flights to and from Sri Lanka<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tahwi\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"972\">Visa \/ ETA fees, where applicable<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tahwi\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"972\">Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned in the itinerary<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tahwi\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"972\">Optional activities<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tahwi\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"972\">Personal expenses<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tahwi\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"972\">Tips for local guides and drivers<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19tahwi\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"972\">Anything not specifically listed under \u201cWhat\u2019s included\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-12\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1783194821050-da44697a-5d0d&#8221;]<div class=\"eltd-accordion-holder eltd-ac-default  eltd-accordion eltd-ac-boxed  clearfix\">\n\t<h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">Is this Sri Lanka retreat right for me?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]This retreat is for you if you feel the need to step away from the pace of everyday life and spend time differently.<\/p>\n<p>It is for travellers who enjoy nature, meaningful encounters with local people, cultural discovery and a slower way of exploring a country. You don\u2019t need to be an experienced retreat-goer, a yoga enthusiast or an adventurous traveller. What matters most is curiosity, respect for the places and people we visit, and a willingness to experience Sri Lanka at a different pace.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">Can I join if I\u2019m travelling alone?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Absolutely. Many people join our small-group journeys on their own.<\/p>\n<p>Travelling with a small group makes it easy to get to know one another and share experiences, while the retreat also leaves room for personal time. You are very welcome to join without a travel companion.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">What language will the retreat be held in?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The retreat will be held in English.<\/p>\n<p>Group communication, guided activities and the main retreat practices will be in English. Local hosts and community members may speak Sinhala or Tamil, and translation will be provided whenever needed so that we can communicate and share experiences meaningfully.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">Do I need previous experience in yoga, meditation or breathwork?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]No. All practices are suitable for beginners as well as those with previous experience.<\/p>\n<p>There is nothing to master and no level of performance expected. The practices are simply part of the journey \u2014 a way to slow down, become more present and create space for rest and reflection.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">Do I need to be physically fit?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]You don\u2019t need a high level of fitness. Most activities are gentle and the itinerary has been designed around a relaxed pace.<\/p>\n<p>There will, however, be walking, visits to archaeological and cultural sites and some days involving more movement than others. A reasonable level of mobility and comfort with walking is recommended.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">How is this different from a typical retreat?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Rather than staying in one place throughout the retreat, we use the journey itself as part of the experience.<\/p>\n<p>We spend a week living in the forest, practice Forest Bathing, yoga, meditation and breathwork, cook with women from a local village, learn about human\u2013elephant coexistence, explore Sri Lanka\u2019s Buddhist and cultural heritage, travel through the mountain landscapes of Ella and end our journey by the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>The retreat practices are part of the experience, but they are not the whole experience. Travel, nature, people and place are equally important.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">Will I have free time?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]Yes. The itinerary is intentionally designed to leave space between experiences.<\/p>\n<p>There will be time to rest, read, swim, be on your own or simply enjoy your surroundings without having something scheduled every moment. We want the journey to feel spacious rather than rushed.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">Will we see elephants?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]We will spend time with Dr. Pilapitiya, learning about one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most important and complex conservation issues: the coexistence of people and wild elephants.<\/p>\n<p>The purpose of this experience is not simply to \u201csee elephants\u201d, but to understand their natural environment and their relationship with the communities who share the land with them. Because these are wild animals, sightings can never be guaranteed.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><h5 class=\"eltd-accordion-title\">\n    <span class=\"eltd-accordion-mark\">\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_plus icon_plus\"><\/span>\n\t\t<span class=\"eltd_icon_minus icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n\t<\/span>\n\t<span class=\"eltd-tab-title\">Where does the retreat start and end?<\/span>\n<\/h5>\n<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-accordion-content-inner\">\n\t\t[vc_column_text]The retreat begins in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on 23 October 2026 and ends on 4 November 2026.<\/p>\n<p>International flights are not included, so you are free to travel from the country and airport that suits you best. We will provide detailed arrival information, recommended flight times and meeting arrangements before departure.[\/vc_column_text]\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_tabs]\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_content_width=&#8221;grid&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1783615467857{padding-top: 80px !important;padding-bottom: 80px !important;}&#8221; simple_background_color=&#8221;#F9F7F2&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;13491&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"18v4wnn\" data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"808\">What is Forest Bathing?<\/h2>\n<p>Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku) is a Japanese practice that invites us to slow down and experience the forest through all our senses. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with swimming. It simply means spending time immersed in the atmosphere of the forest, with attention and without the need to reach a destination.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of hiking with a goal or following a demanding trail, we move slowly. We notice the sounds around us, the changing light through the trees, the textures, scents and small details we would normally pass by without seeing.<\/p>\n<p>During our retreat in Sri Lanka, we will experience Forest Bathing with Maulie, who will guide us through a series of gentle invitations designed to help us become more present and reconnect with the natural environment.<\/p>\n<p>There is nothing to achieve and no previous experience is needed. 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