4 best destinations in India for wellness travel

Kerala Ayurveda resorts are known for their authenticity and tranquillity. Rightly known as God's own country, Kerala offers the perfect atmosphere for a wellness retreat. Lush greenery, quaint water banks and a wave of peace in the air make for the perfect setting for resorts offering Panchakarma treatments in India. Panchakarma treatment is an ancient detoxification therapy that helps balance the body's energies. There are many detox and cleanse retreats in Kerala that people swear by. Some popular choices are:

• Somatheeram Ayurveda Village is one of the oldest Ayurveda retreats in India that specialises in therapies for stress reduction, and holistic healing and promotes detox travel.
• Kairali Ayurvedic Healing Village is a serene retreat that blends nature-based wellness travel with ancient Ayurvedic healing Indian techniques.
• Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort is perfect for those seeking luxury wellness retreats that personalise wellness programs as per your needs. The resort even offers heavenly Kerala Ayurvedic massage.

Rishikesh is the first place that comes to mind when you think about a spiritual trip. Known for its yoga retreats in Rishikesh and Vipassana Meditation India centres, it is the ideal place to unwind and reset. It is the go-to destination for those seeking mental health retreats and hiking and wellness retreats. It is also a great choice for travellers who are looking for self-care travel. Some of the best wellness retreats in Rishikesh are:

• Parmath Niketan happens to be one of the biggest yoga ashrams in India offering yoga courses, meditation practices and focuses on holistic wellness.
• Ananda in the Himalayas is a luxury wellness retreat set against the beautiful backdrop of the majestic Himalayas and combines Ayurveda, meditation retreats and spa therapies to help you reset your mind, body and soul.
• Sattva Retreat blends yoga travel, self-care retreat vacations and transformative travel to create the perfect atmosphere for all travellers seeking inner peace.

Goa, although the party capital of India, is also a great place to indulge in spiritual experiences. You can sign up for Goa holistic healing experiences at one of the many wellness retreats that combine Ayurveda with outdoor wellness activities. Some popular options include:

• SWAN Yoga Retreat is a top choice in Goa for yoga and detox experiences. They even offer personalised Ayurveda programs depending on the needs and wants of travellers.
• Ashiyana Yoga Retreat is also a great choice offering personalised Ayurveda programs along with yoga and detox practices.
• Banyan Tree Yoga is an institution in Goa that focuses on holistic health, mindfulness, and Ayurvedic healing techniques.

Some of the best destinations to relax your mind are the Himalayan wellness retreats, owing to their serene environment and the backdrop of the grand Himalayas that humble you. Himalayas are home to some of the best spiritual retreats in India such as:

• Vana Retreat, Uttarakhand is a pioneer when it comes to regenerative travel as it combines Ayurveda, yoga and Tibetan healing practices to soothe you holistically.
• Himalayan Institute, Uttarakhand is perfect for those wanting to explore Himalayan meditation retreats and spiritual travel.
• Tushita Meditation Centre in Dharamshala is a renowned Himalayan trekking and wellness retreat that works with Buddhist meditation practices and mindfulness.