At SwaSwara, all the noise fades away, and you can engulf in the relaxing symphonies of birdsong, rolling waves and the wind passing through the trees. Relax, release and refocus in order to tune into your inner voice, and begin a journey of rediscovering yourself.
ENRICHED BY THE SEA
SwaSwara is located on Gokarna’s Om Beach – the serene beach named after the first sound of creation ‘Om’. Stroll down its sandy beach, letting the sounds of the waves soothe and refresh you. Meditate on the Meditation Hill overlooking the sea, or on the rocky outcrops abutting the coves, and watch the sunrise. Reinvent yourself with the ever-rejuvenating power of the sea.
Goals: A well being holiday with a flexible regimen that refreshes the body, mind and soul. SwaSwara’s signature programme, Swa Well-being is the beginning of an exploration of the self. This comprehensive programme begins with an introduction to Yogic Kriyas, Asanas, Yoga Nidra, meditation and Pranayama. It also includes relaxing Abhyanga Ayurveda massages, special focus yoga sessions, guided art & pottery sessions and lifestyle guidance by our experienced Ayurveda and yoga team. Swa Well being primarily focuses on helping guests experience and implement various mind and body techniques based on the concepts and philosophies of yoga, meditation, Pranayama and Ayurveda to create positive changes in one’s approach to the daily rigours of modern life. It opens the mind to learning how, through a balanced approach, one can effectively reduce and manage stress to enhance the synergy in one’s life.
Swa - Wellbeing Package
Cost Inclusion All meals | Ayurveda and yoga consultations | Ayurveda therapies | Yoga sessions | Ayurveda oils and herbs | Activities like interactive cooking, art therapy, etc. | Private villa accommodation | Pick up and drop from Goa airport | All applicable taxes
AYURVEDA
Consultation – Consultation with our Ayurveda doctor is essential before your treatment. Therapeutic massages – All full body massages involve two therapists using symmetrical strokes on either side of the body, and the patients are guided through each aspect of the treatment. There will be restrictions on treatments that can be availed by female guests who are menstruating.
AYURVEDA TREATMENTS Relaxation Therapeutic Massage • Rejuvenation Therapeutic Massage • Salt Glow Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Cleansing Aromatherapy Salt Glow Scrub • Head to Back or Back to Feet De-stress Therapy • Padabhyanga • Ayurvedic Facial/Hair Therapy/Beauty for Feet or Hands/Nail Care
YOGA AND MEDITATION
Consultation with yoga instructor – On arrival, guests get a detailed consultation with the yoga instructor. Yoga sessions – A daily schedule of Yoga Asanas, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra and various guided meditation sessions are offered. Guests are encouraged to participate in these daily sessions as per their convenience. Private yoga sessions of one hour duration on a one-to-one basis, available on site at an extra cost, subject to availability of slots & yoga instructors. Yoga wear – We provide cotton yoga wear to use during your stay with us.
CUISINE
This programme includes all meals. SwaSwara offers healthy, gourmet cuisine which includes fresh organic vegetables and fresh seafood. Signature herbal teas and fresh fruits are served at Cocum restaurant from 6.00 to 7.00 am.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation in rustic Konkan villas that are crafted in colours of the earth, using locally available material such as laterite and coconut thatch. The villas have an open-to-the-elements aesthetic, with an open inner courtyard and partially open-to-sky bathrooms. Only the bedrooms are enclosed and air-conditioned, while the rest of the villa gets you in touch with nature directly. The yoga deck on the second level offers spectacular views of the forests and glimpses of the ocean, while serving as a perfect spot to just revel in being.
ACTIVITIES
SwaSwara offers multiple well-being and nature-based activities to choose from and guests are encouraged to make their own daily schedule.
Scheduled Activities: Frequency Interactive cooking classes Four times a week *Boat cruise; combined with a guided walking excursion** from Town Beach to explore Gokarna village & temples Weekly once Guided nature walks; prior booking required Daily morning 6.00 am & evening 4.00 pm Guided bird watching; prior booking required Weekly once - Wednesday Guided sessions for art and pottery with our resident artist All days, excluding Sunday Meditative art with our resident artist 12 noon, excluding Sunday
*Boat cruise subject to weather conditions & is not available during monsoons. **On Thursdays, this trip includes a visit to the weekly farmers market.
AIRPORT PICK UP AND DROP
The distance between Goa’s Dabolim airport and SwaSwara is 170 km - a drive of approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. The price includes pick up and drop from Goa airport.
CHILD POLICY
In order to preserve the tranquility of this unique Indian Spa, we welcome children above the age of 15 years only. Use of the Indian Spa facilities and therapies are open only to guests who are of the age of 18 years and above. However, those under 18 years can take part in all the other scheduled activities like yoga, meditation, treks, art & pottery and use of the swimming pool.
