Cittam Retreat

CITTAM RETREAT
Citta — Consciousness
Am — Embodiment. Becoming.

Cittam is the living experience of awareness embodied — a gentle return to the truth of who you are. It is where the mind becomes light.

Join us for a four-day immersion at Cittam Yoga Retreat in Kandy, a hidden sanctuary with a private river, waterfall, a Sri Lankan palace style  hotel accomodation. Surrounded by jungle, mountains, and birdsong, this space invites you to slow down and soften.

Guided by a yogi with nearly twenty years of experience, each day unfolds through mindful movement, breath, philosophy, and deep rest. Morning practices greet the rising mist over the river. Afternoons offer time for reflection, nature walks, and quiet connection. Evenings settle into stillness beneath vast Sri Lankan skies.

Through nature and community, clarity arises naturally. The mind grows lighter. The body relaxes. The heart opens.

Cittam Retreat is not about striving or becoming someone new. It is about remembering — returning to presence, to simplicity, to consciousness lived fully and gently in this moment.

Retreat Programms

Master Yoga Classes – Morning Session

Begin your day with a transformative yoga practice designed to awaken your body, calm your mind, and elevate your energy.

Our morning class begins with the Opening Mantra, creating a peaceful space to connect with your inner self, raise your vibration, and remove energetic blockages.

We then move into Pranayama (Breathwork), where you will learn powerful breathing techniques to cleanse, balance, and activate your prana—your vital life-force energy. These practices help increase vitality, mental clarity, and emotional balance.

The session continues with Asana Practice, where each posture is taught with careful attention to proper alignment, mindful breathing, and focused awareness. You will learn not only how to perform each pose safely, but also why you are practicing it—understanding the knowlege behind each pratice, systems, energy channels, and pranas are being activated.

This class goes beyond a physical workout. It provides practical knowledge that you can carry into your personal yoga practice, allowing you to deepen your understanding and experience of yoga wherever you practice.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this class offers a balanced combination of movement, breath, and awareness to help you start your day feeling energized, centered, and inspired.

Excursion Activities During The Retreats

Day 1 – Arrival & Nature Immersion
After your arrival, take time to settle in and refresh yourself with a relaxing bath in the natural river flowing down from the Hanthana waterfall, or enjoy exclusive access to our private waterfall, reserved only for retreat guests. Surrounded by nature, this is the perfect way to unwind, reconnect, and begin your retreat experience.

Day 2 – Narampanawa Jeep Tour
Embark on a scenic jeep tour to the Narampanawa Buddhist Temple and a nearby Hindu Temple, located approximately 3 km away. Along the way, travel through beautiful paddy fields, spot peacocks in their natural habitat, and experience the warmth of the local village community. This excursion offers a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s rich Buddhist and Hindu cultural traditions.

Day 3 – Hathale Tea Estate & Factory Tour
Enjoy a jeep tour to the beautiful Hathale Tea Estate, approximately 10 km from the retreat. Walk through the lush tea plantations, meet the local women who carefully hand-pick the tea leaves, and hear their inspiring stories. Continue to the Hathale Tea Factory, where you will discover how world-famous Ceylon tea is produced, enjoy a tasting of premium teas, and have the opportunity to purchase your favorites to take home.

Day 4 – Farewell in Nature
On your final day, spend time once again at the private waterfall, relaxing and reflecting on your retreat experience. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, connect with the new friendships you have made, and take a moment to appreciate the memories, personal growth, and beautiful experiences you will carry home with you.

Other Yoga Programmes

In addition to the morning practice, our retreat offers a variety of yoga, meditation, and wellness experiences designed to support your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Vinyasa Yoga
Dynamic Vinyasa yoga classes will help you build strength, flexibility, and vitality. Guided by Teacher Elena, these sessions are designed to keep you active, improve your breath awareness, and prepare your body for deeper practices.

Yin Yoga & Meditation
Yin Yoga classes combine long-held, restorative postures with guided meditation and carefully selected healing mantras. These sessions encourage deep relaxation, support the balance of the chakra system, and create space for inner awareness, emotional release, and self-discovery.

Introduction to Vipassana
Evening sessions will introduce the principles of Vipassana meditation, offering practical tools to develop mindfulness, self-observation, and inner clarity. These practices encourage personal growth, greater self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of your thoughts and actions.

Chakra Workshop & Healing Sessions
Join our Chakra Workshop to gain a deeper understanding of your energetic body and the seven main chakras. Group healing sessions will be offered throughout the retreat, with private healing sessions available for those who would like more personalized guidance.

Ayurvedic Cuisine
Enjoy nourishing Ayurvedic meals and herbal drinks, thoughtfully prepared to support your individual constitution, dietary needs, and overall well-being.

Complimentary Ayurvedic Consultation
Each guest will receive a complimentary 15-minute consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor, offering personalized recommendations to support your health and wellness throughout the retreat.

Facilities

  • Dining Terrace & Communal Meal Spaces Surrounded By Nature
  • Garden & Outdoor Lounges To Rest And Connect
  • Special Menu Request Available
  • Yoga Shala
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Paid Services
  • Natural Private Waterfalls And River

Daily schedule

Day 1

  • 2:00 PM – Check In
  • 2:30 PM – Lunch
  • 3:30 AM – Enjoy Water Fall And River Bathing
  • 5:30 PM – Opening Ceremony And Introduction
  • 6:00 PM – Yin Yoga And Meditation & Mantras
  • 7:30 AM – Soul Dinner

Day 2

  • 6:45 AM – Fruits
  • 7:00 Am – Traditional Hatha Yoga ( 8 limbs )
  • 8:30 AM – Breakfast
  • 10:30 AM – Jeep Tour To Narampanawa Temple and Hindu Temple Tour (3Km)
    Includes: Temple, Paddy Field, Peacock Watching
  • 1:30 PM – Lunch
  • 2:30 PM – Free Time
  • 5:00 PM – Yin Yoga, Chakra Meidation Healing And Mantras
  • 7:30 PM – Dinner

Day 3

  • 6:45 AM – Fruits
  • 7:00 Am – Traditional Hatha Yoga ( 8 limbs )
  • 8:30 AM – Breakfast
  • 10:30 AM – Jeep Tour Hathale Tea (10Km) includes: Tea Plantation
  • 1:30 PM – Lunch
  • 2:30 PM – Free TIme / Integration Time
  • 5:00 PM – Vinyasa & Yin
  • 6:00 PM – Introduciton To Vipassana And Silence
  • 7:30 PM – Dinner

Day 4

  • 6:45 AM – Fruits
  • 7:00 AM – Traditional Hatha Yoga ( 8 limbs )
  • 8:30 AM – Breakfast
  • 11:00 AM – Reflection With Teacher
    1:00 PM – Departure Included excursions

    Choose Your Accomodation

    All packages include retreats, accommodation, daily 3 meals and excursion activities

    Private Mud House

    The private rooms offer a peaceful and comfortable stay surrounded by nature.

    The retreat overlooks the nature.

    Each private room is thoughtfully designed with a simple, calming style that blends with the natural environment.

    Rooms typically include a comfortable bed, an en-suite bathroom, wifi, and large windows or a balcony with garden, mountain, or lake views.

    Guests enjoy privacy while still having access to shared spaces such as the yoga shala, dining area, and lounge.

    The price listed is per room based on single occupancy

    Private Mud House : Regualr: 850 USD Early Bird: 520 USD

    Private Classic Wing Room

    The private rooms offer a peaceful and comfortable stay surrounded by nature.

    The retreat overlooks the beautiful nature.

    Each private room is thoughtfully designed with a simple, calming style that blends with the natural environment.

    Rooms typically include natural cooling room, a comfortable bed, an en-suite bathroom, wifi, and large windows or a balcony with jungle.

    Guests enjoy privacy while still having access to shared spaces such as the yoga shala, dining area, and lounge.

    The quiet setting makes the rooms ideal for relaxation, meditation, or a wellness escape.

    The price listed is per room based on double occupancy

    Private Classic Wing Room Regular: 850 USD Early Birds: 750 USD

    Classic Wing Double Occupancy

    The shared rooms provide a serene and comfortable stay immersed in nature, overlooking nature.

    The accommodations are thoughtfully designed to suit different needs: shared rooms with a triple room all styled in a calming, natural aesthetic that harmonizes with the surroundings.

    Each room comes with natual cooling, cozy bedding, and an en-suite bathroom, along with large windows or a balcony offering tranquil views of the garden, mountains, or lake, creating the perfect space for relaxation and rejuvenation.

    Guests enjoy privacy while still having access to shared spaces such as the yoga shala, dining area, and lounge.

    The quiet setting makes the rooms ideal for relaxation, meditation, or a wellness escape.

    The price listed is per room based on double occupancy.

    River Room Double Occupanc

    The shared rooms provide a serene and comfortable stay immersed in nature, overlooking nature.

    The accommodations are thoughtfully designed to suit different needs: shared rooms with a triple room all styled in a calming, natural aesthetic that harmonizes with the surroundings.

    Each room comes with natural cooling room, cozy bedding, and an en-suite bathroom, wifi, along with large windows or a balcony offering tranquil views of the river, jungle, and creating the perfect space for relaxation and rejuvenation.

    The price listed is per room based on double occupancy.

    River Room Double Occupancy: Regular : 850 USD Early Birds: 750 USD

    What’s Included in the Price

    Your retreat package includes everything you need for a relaxing and transformative experience:

    • All yoga, meditation, and retreat programme sessions.
    • Comfortable accommodation throughout your stay.
    • Daily Ayurvedic meals and herbal drinks.
    • All scheduled excursion activities and guided jeep tours.
    • Group healing sessions.
    • Private healing sessions (if the student request and if time and karma permits only).
    • Complimentary 15-minute Ayurvedic doctor consultation.
    • Access to the entire property and retreat facilities.

    Simply arrive, relax, and immerse yourself in the experience—we take care of the rest.

    What’s Not Included in the Price

    The following items are not included in the retreat package:

    • Airport transfers (pick-up and drop-off) we can arrange you on request.
    • Ayurvedic massage treatments and spa services.
    • Laundry service.
    • Extra meals, snacks, or beverages outside the retreat menu.
    • Personal expenses and shopping.
    • Any additional activities, treatments, or services not specifically mentioned in the retreat programme or facilities.

    If you would like to arrange any additional services during your stay, our team will be happy to assist you whenever possible.

    We wish you a truly transformative retreat—where your mind becomes the light that guides you, your soul is deeply nourished, and your heart opens to growth, peace, and infinite possibility.

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