Our signature Panchakarma retreats are a one-of-a-kind offering in Ireland. Rooted in the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, Panchakarma is a holistic journey of deep cleansing, balance, and renewal. Traditionally only available in the mountain clinics of India, this authentic experience is now offered here in the heart of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, Co. Laois.

Every retreat is carefully tailored to your unique needs, supporting the natural detox of body, mind, and spirit. Panchakarma gently clears away stress and toxins, helping you reconnect with your true nature and guiding you towards inner peace and wellbeing. Alongside your therapies, you’ll also gain practical knowledge and lifestyle skills that empower you to carry balance and vitality back into your daily life long after your retreat has ended.

Choose the retreat length that suits you best: 7, 14, 21 or 28 days.

Panchakarma encompasses treating the body as a whole, acknowledging the physical and mental connection to common issues. Focused on returning the three Doshas into their natural state of equilibrium to restore and strengthen the immune system. The three Doshas of Vata, Pitta, Kapha are balanced in a certain way, specific to your body. 

Central to ayurvedic philosophy is the concept of three dosha – Vata, Pitta and Kapha – which are biological energies found throughout the human body and mind. Each individual has a unique balance of these doshas, known as their Prakriti and Ayurvedic rejuvenative massages are personalized based on this constitution.

1. Before your arrival, you’ll meet with our Ayurvedic Consultant, Dr. Ramesh, to explore your wellbeing goals. Together you’ll create a personalised plan for your retreat.

2. Your journey in Arunachala begins with a warm welcome, a tour of the grounds, and a nourishing vegetarian meal.

3. From the moment you arrive, your detox begins — gently guided by Dr. Ramesh and our dedicated team – we will be with you every step of the way. As your body releases stress and tension, treatments shift from detoxification to purification, allowing the full effects of the Ayurvedic lifestyle to take root.

4. Each day includes:

• Daily check-ins with your Ayurvedic consultant
• A therapeutic Ayurvedic massage
• Optional activities such as yoga, meditation, forest bathing, karma yoga, Ayurvedic cooking classes, and wellness lectures

5. As the days unfold, you’ll feel your body and mind lighten, releasing long-held toxins and stress. Supported by nature and our caring team, you’ll rediscover rest, vitality, and a sense of harmony.

6. You’ll leave Arunachala not only rejuvenated, but also equipped with the knowledge and skills to sustain your health and balance at home.

Rise with the subtle Irish sun and join our team for some early morning yoga, followed by fresh seasonal fruits. After a short break, we will convene for a healthy breakfast that will fuel you for the day.

Mid-morning you will have personalised consultations and therapies with our experienced Ayurvedic specialists and therapists that will ensure your journey to recentering is tailored to your individual needs. We will break for a hearty lunch, with your personalised therapies continuing into the afternoon. There will be opportunities for you to have down time, you may want to read a book in our library or take a stroll through our surrounding greenery.

Late afternoon our team will take you through a selected activity from our schedule of varied classes, including cooking classes, Satsang, Ayurvedic lectures, chanting or a trip to local amenities.  

In the evening we will settle down and focus inwards with a meditation session, followed by a balanced evening meal before retiring for the night.

What’s included in the day:

Panchakarma approaches the body as a whole, acknowledging the physical and mental connection to common issues. Panchakarma therapies are focused on returning the three Doshas into their natural state of equilibrium to restore and strengthen the immune system.

Food is an integral part of your time with us. Utilising the bountiful home grown produce, we will teach you how to nourish your body from the inside out, embracing food as medicine.

Yoga movement assists not only with the release of physical and emotional tension but also assists our Panchakarma treatments in allowing for greater mental clarity.

Meditation works in conjunction with yoga, both focusing on breathing, finding inner peace and rebalancing yourself.

Our seasonal classes work in conjunction with your Panchakarma treatments to utilise the seasonal elements to provide you with supportive and beneficial activities.