Kovalam, Kerala · India
Kovalam Ayurvedic Retreat
January 15–22, 2027 · 7 Nights
Overview
Seven Days.
One Return.
Nestled along the dramatic cliffs of Kovalam overlooking the Arabian Sea, this intimate retreat brings together the healing power of authentic Kerala Ayurveda with world-class hospitality. Over seven days, you will be guided through personalized Ayurvedic treatments, daily yoga and meditation, nourishing plant-based cuisine, and deep rest — all within the serene grounds of the Leela Raviz Kovalam. This is not a vacation. This is a guided return to yourself.
Reserve Your Spot→Highlights
- Personalized Ayurvedic consultation and treatments
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions
- Plant-based Ayurvedic cuisine
- Beachside relaxation and nature walks
- Evening reflection and community gatherings
- Intentionally curated group
What Makes This Retreat Singular
Experiences You Won't Find Anywhere Else
Exclusive Highlight
Wisdom from the Source
During your time in Kerala, you will have the rare privilege of attending intimate lectures with an Ayush-accredited Professor of Ayurveda, one of India's most respected scholars of this ancient science. These sessions offer something most retreats cannot: the philosophy, lineage, and clinical depth behind every treatment you are receiving. Come with your questions. Leave with a framework that will inform how you care for yourself long after you have returned home.
Exclusive Highlight
The Goddess of Kerala
We make a sacred visit to the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple, home of the Goddess Attukal Amma and site of the world's largest gathering of women, as recognised by the Guinness World Records. Known across Kerala as the Women's Sabrimala, this ancient temple holds centuries of feminine devotion, protection, and power. It is a moving and memorable experience, and one many guests describe as the highlight of their entire journey.
Exclusive Highlight
An Ancient Art, Made Just for You
As an intimate part of your retreat, a skilled local mehndi artist will adorn your hands with designs inspired by Kerala's artistic traditions. Mehndi is one of India's oldest forms of beauty and ceremony: a practice of presence, patience, and personal expression. Your design is unique. Drawn just for you.
From the Founder
A Message from
Dr. Alexina
Before you arrive, Dr. Alexina shares what drew her to Kovalam — and why this particular place, this particular medicine, and this particular time of year create the conditions for true restoration.
After two decades of clinical practice watching women navigate burnout, hormonal imbalance, and a quiet erosion of self, she knew that lasting change required more than a prescription. It required space — the kind only stillness can offer.
Kovalam is not incidental. The Leela Raviz sits on a cliff above the Arabian Sea, surrounded by 65 acres of gardens and some of the oldest Ayurvedic traditions in Kerala. This is where ancient medicine meets the sea — and where Dr. Alexina returns to teach.
Dr. Alexina Mehta, ND — filmed at the Leela Raviz Kovalam
The Destination
See Kovalam
Day by Day
A Return To Yourself
A 7 day Journey back to your essence.
Each day has a theme that will inform our days together.
Accommodations
Your Sanctuary
Garden View
Nestled within the lush tropical gardens of the Leela Raviz, these serene rooms feature traditional Kerala architecture, rich wood interiors, and every modern comfort. A peaceful retreat within a retreat.
Double occupancy
Single occupancy
$1,000 non-refundable deposit secures your spot.
+$400 per person upgrade
Sea View
Wake to panoramic views of the Arabian Sea from your private balcony. Light-filled, spacious, and deeply calming — the sea becomes part of your healing. A $400 per person upgrade from the Garden View rate.
Double occupancy
Single occupancy
$1,000 non-refundable deposit secures your spot.
Inclusions
What's Included
Included
- 7 nights luxury accommodation at Leela Raviz Kovalam
- All meals — Ayurvedic, plant-based, locally sourced
- Daily Ayurvedic treatments (Abhyanga, Shirodhara, detox therapies)
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions
- Opening and closing ceremonies
- Airport transfers (Trivandrum International Airport)
- Welcome gift and retreat materials
Not Included
- International or domestic flights
- Travel insurance (required — see FAQ)
- Visa fees
- Optional spa add-ons
- Personal purchases and gratuities
Pricing
Your Investment
Payment Plan
Deposit + Balance
Secure your spot with a $1,000 deposit today. Your remaining balance is due October 8, 2026 — three months before the retreat.
Double Occupancy
$1,000 deposit · $2,795 balance due Oct 8
Single Occupancy
$1,000 deposit · $3,795 balance due Oct 8
Early Bird
Save MoreRegister by June 15, 2026
Register and pay your deposit by June 15, 2026 and receive an early bird discount off your total investment.
Double Occupancy
Save $350 — register by June 15, 2026
Single Occupancy
Save $700 — register by June 15, 2026
The $1,000 registration deposit is non-refundable. See cancellation policy below.
Policies
Cancellation & Refunds
$1,000 deposit
Non-refundable under all circumstances. This secures your place in the retreat.
Cancellation 3+ months before retreat
Deposit is forfeited. Your remaining balance is refunded in full.
Cancellation within 3 months of retreat
No refund is issued.
If Iniya Retreats cancels or reschedules
You receive a full refund or a credit toward a future retreat — your choice.
Travel insurance
Required for all guests. Arrange independently before the retreat. Comprehensive coverage including trip cancellation, medical, and evacuation is recommended.
January 2027
7 days.
One destination.
Spaces are limited. A $1,000 deposit secures your place.