To help you make the most of your time with us, here are some practical tips and gentle guidelines on preparing for your journey.
🌿 What to Pack
- Light, breathable clothing: Kerala’s climate is tropical year-round (22°C–32°C). Cotton and linen are ideal.
- Yoga attire: Bring comfortable outfits for yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda sessions.
- Swimwear: Our generously sized pool invites you to cool off. Proper swimwear is required for hygiene and safety.
- Footwear: Lightweight sandals for the retreat, and walking shoes if you plan to explore Kovalam or nearby backwaters.
- Essentials: Sunscreen, mosquito repellent, reusable water bottle, and any personal medications.
🌸 Preparing for Ayurveda & Yoga
Amruthamgamaya is an authentic Ayurveda & Yoga wellness retreat, guided by qualified physicians and therapists. To fully benefit:
- Dietary Preparation: We serve nourishing vegetarian Ayurvedic cuisine. Reducing caffeine, alcohol, and heavy processed foods a week before arrival enhances your body’s receptivity.
- Wellness Mindset: Ayurveda therapies often involve oils and herbs; bring simple, comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting lightly stained.
- Silence & Reflection: Our meditation centre and quiet gardens are spaces of shoonyata – moments of inner stillness. Consider journaling your journey.
🏡 Guest Comfort & Etiquette
To ensure harmony during your stay, we follow Kerala’s hospitality standardsand gentle house rules inspired by wellness living:
- Check-in / Check-out: 10:00 AM. Please inform us for early arrival or late departure.
- Respect the Silence: Quiet hours in the evenings help maintain the serene atmosphere.
- Eco-Conscious Living: We practice waste segregation, water conservation, and avoid single-use plastics. Guests are encouraged to join us in these efforts.
- Health & Safety: Smoking is restricted to designated outdoor areas. Outside food, alcohol, or pets are not permitted on the premises.
- Wellness & Privacy: Photography is welcome for personal memories, but we request discretion to respect fellow guests’ privacy.
🌍 Beyond the Retreat
While Amruthamgamaya offers a complete inner journey, you may also explore nearby attractions:
- Kovalam Beach (3 km)
- Vellayani Lake (0.5 km)
- Padmanabhaswamy Temple (15 km)
Day picnics, sightseeing, and boat trips can be arranged on request.
✨ Final Word
Your stay at Amruthamgamaya is designed to be transformative – a return to balance, clarity, and inner peace. Preparing mindfully ensures that you receive the full benefit of Ayurveda, yoga, and nature’s embrace.
We look forward to welcoming you into silence, serenity, and self-discovery.
