Somatheeram / Manaltheeram - Yoga Retreat Program

Somatheeram Ayurveda Group is regarded as the trailblazer of Ayurveda tourism and the premier provider of authentic experiences of this ancient form of medicine in India . The group's first resort, the Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort in Chowara in the south of the Indian state of Kerala, was established back in 1985 and was the first successful realisation of a medical wellness concept in the sphere of Ayurveda. In addition to Somatheeram, the group's portfolio includes the sister resort Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village (also in Chowara) . 

Location of Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort (on the cliff): Chowara Beach on a hillock 9 km south of the famous Kovalam Beach, Kerala with greenery all around. The essence and soul of Somatheeram is the ancient medical science of Ayurveda and Art of Yoga & Meditation.

Manaltheeram Ayurvedic Beach Village (on the beach):  located at about 9 kms from Kovalam and 21 kms from Trivandrum city, is located along the inclines of a hill overlooking the sea. A sister concern of the famous Somatheeram Research Institute & Ayurveda Hospital, Manaltheeram offers an extravaganza for the body,mind and soul.First and foremost, visiting this beautiful place presents an opportunity to take advantage of Ayurveda, an ancient medical practice followed in India. With its specially prescribed massages and therapies all the stress and worry will simply wash away. Manaltheeram also provides therapies which are effective in treating various conditions such as arthritis, rheumatism, paralysis and many more.

In the blissfully peaceful environment of Somatheeram & Soma Manaltheeram Ayurveda resort one can benefit from traditional Ayurvedic therapies for the curative and preventive treatments of body, mind and soul as well as the ancient art of Yoga & Meditation. A divine experience awaits you at this world's first Ayurvedic Beach Resort, the best place to get some peace and quiet, enjoy the scenery, feel the sea breeze, take a long walk, get a good tan, make sand castles and in general, be happy.

Note: Both resorts are at the same location and offer the same Wellness packages at same prices.

Fact File (Somatheeram):

Why Somatheeram?

• The First and only Ayurveda Wellness Resort Honoured with "HALL OF FAME" by Government of India.
• Accredited with NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Health Care providers. Also, it is accredited with Green Leaf (Government of Kerala), HACCP - Food safety (British standard institute - UK) and Ayurveda SPA Europe certificate (European Audit Institute Wellness & SPS e.V. - Germany). 
• World's first Ayurveda Resort and the only one in India with Ayurveda SPA Europe certificate (European Audit Institute Wellness & SPS e.V. - Germany).
• Four times been chosen as ‘India’s Best Ayurveda Resort’ and honoured with "HALL OF FAME" (by Government of India).
• Six-time winner of ‘Kerala State’s Best Ayurveda Resort’ title (by Government of Kerala).
• Medicines used at Somatheeram are manufactured in own GMP licensed Medicine manufacturing unit.
• Medicines manufactured from own garden of medicinal herbs and plants.
• An eco-friendly venture that promotes local communities and crafts.
• 24/7 resident doctors.The best possible ambience for Ayurvedic treatments.
• Individual diet plans charted by experts.
• Expert Doctors and Therapist. 

The Ayurvedic Hospital and Research Centre at Somatheeram has:

• 20 well- experienced Ayurvedic doctors
• 90 Therapists with special training in administering Ayurvedic treatment
• 24 massage rooms, five treatment rooms
• Facilities available for dhara oil dip and herbal steam & bath
• Medicine Manufacturing Unit, Herbal Garden and an Ayurveda Academy

Package for 14 nights is also available. For rates beyond Sep'20, please call us at +919873040457 or email us at info@goganges.com

Fact File (Manaltheeram):

Why Manaltheeram?

• Accredited with NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Health Care providers.
• Accredited with Green Leaf (Government of Kerala). 
• Ayurveda SPA Europe certificate (European Audit Institute Wellness & SPS e.V. - Germany). 
• Quality Management System by British Standard Institution (ISO 9001:2015)
• Medicines used at Manaltheeram are manufactured in own GMP licensed Medicine manufacturing unit.
• Medicines manufactured from own garden of medicinal herbs and plants.
• An eco-friendly venture that promotes local communities and crafts.
• 24/7 resident doctors.The best possible ambience for Ayurvedic treatments.
• Individual diet plans charted by experts.
• Expert Doctors and Therapist. 

The Ayurvedic Hospital and Research Centre at Manaltheeram has:

• 13 well- experienced Ayurvedic doctors headed by Dty. Chief Physican Dr. Madhuri**.
• 60 Therapists with special training in administering Ayurvedic treatment.
• 24 ayurveda treatment rooms (6 of them beneath the palm trees).
• Facilities available for dhara oil dip and herbal steam & bath.
• Medicine Manufacturing Unit, Herbal Garden and an Ayurveda Academy

** Dr. Madhuri  was formerly the Deputy Director of Ayurveda, Govt of Kerala, with 45+ years of experience.

The Ayurvedic Hospital and Research Centre at Manaltheeram has: