Ideal for chronic stress, exhaustion, tension, or sleep imbalance.
Includes
- 7 nights accommodation in a double room for 1 person
- 120 min Ayurvedic treatments a day
- Steam chamber therapy
- Shesha ritual (foot oil & face pack)
- Short online Dosha assessment at the first day
- Gentle yoga
- Light Ayurvedic soups, warm bowls & herbal refreshments
A Soft and Authentic Introduction to Ayurvedic Cleansing
The Gentle Ayurvedic Detox Retreat at Shesha Ayurveda Retreat Center is a nurturing yet effective cleansing and rebalancing program. Designed as an ideal pre-Panchakarma retreat, it also serves as a profound reset for those experiencing stress, overload, or imbalance.
Set in the peaceful village of San Lawrenz, Gozo, this retreat follows classical Ayurvedic principles while remaining accessible, grounding, and non-extreme. It is suitable for both newcomers to Ayurveda and experienced guests seeking a conscious, supportive detox.
The Intention of the Retreat
This program focuses on:
* Gentle elimination of toxins (Ama)
* Strengthening digestion (Agni)
* Calming and regulating the nervous system
* Rebalancing the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
* Restoring clarity, lightness, and vitality
Rather than forcing detoxification, the retreat supports the body’s natural intelligence to cleanse, regulate, and heal at its own pace.
Daily Ayurvedic Therapies
* 60 or 120 minutes of personalised Ayurvedic treatments per day
Treatments are individually adapted and may include traditional oil massages and body therapies to:
* Support detoxification
* Release physical and emotional tension
* Nourish the nervous system
* Improve circulation and energy flow
Steam Chamber Therapy
* Ayurvedic steam sessions / a part of Ayurveda treatments
These sessions support:
* Toxin release
* Opening of the body’s channels (Srotas)
* Enhanced absorption of oil treatments
* Relief of muscular and joint tension
Shesha Ritual
* A grounding daily ritual including:
* Foot oil application
* Herbal face pack
This ritual helps anchor the nervous system and supports emotional and energetic balance.
Dosha Assessment
* Short online dosha assessment on the first day
This assessment provides insight into your constitution and current imbalances, allowing treatments and recommendations to be tailored to your needs.
Gentle Movement & Regulation
* Gentle yoga sessions adapted for detox and nervous system balance
Practices focus on:
* Grounding
* Breath awareness
* Soft, mindful movement
* Supporting digestion and elimination
Ayurvedic Nutrition
* Light Ayurvedic soups
* Warm, nourishing bowls
* Herbal teas and refreshments throughout the day
Meals are designed to be warming, easy to digest, and supportive of the cleansing process without deprivation.
Who This Retreat Is For
This retreat is ideal if you:
* Feel depleted, overstimulated, or heavy
* Want a gentle detox without extremes
* Are preparing for Panchakarma
* Seek rest, clarity, and inner balance
* Wish to reconnect with your body in a safe, supported way
No prior Ayurvedic experience is required.
In Essence
This is not a fast cleanse. It is a conscious return to rhythm.
A retreat where:
* The body is listened to
* Healing unfolds gently
* Balance is restored sustainably
