An Invitation from the Founder

Come & host your retreat with us in Sri Lanka AN INVITATION FROM THE FOUNDER

Ayubowan. A warm Sri Lankan welcome and thank you for At Satori you will find a place of inspiration; a place to relax, expressing an interest in Satori Retreat as your potential host. refresh and recharge. Whether practicing yoga or sitting in meditation in the hilltop shala, lying in hammocks fanned by It was over 13 years ago that I first fell for Sri Lanka, a love affair coconut palms or floating in the pool under the stars, there is a which inspired me to create and build Satori Retreat as a wonderful and natural slowing of pace that guests experience sanctuary from a busy life in London. Satori was designed to when they stay here, rich to both soul and spirit. be a home from home, all in a natural setting and within easy reach of the stunning beaches, tranquil villages and everyday We are all here to share with you the unique energy of Satori life of southern Sri Lanka. Retreat and the beauty of Sri Lanka, a truly amazing country with a warm and friendly people that is, as-yet, unspoilt by I chose the name ‘Satori’ because it is the Zen Buddhist word for mass tourism. ‘a sudden moment of clarity or realisation’, which it is precisely what we wish for each and every guest when they stay with us. I feel both blessed and excited to have the opportunity to share Satori with you and look forward to answering any questions Our sanctuary in the hills is comfortably designed for intimate you may have. retreats for up to 13 guests and offers the kind of uplifting space for growth and transformation I am sure cannot be found in a hotel, resort or on a busy tourist beach. Hugh Alexander “ A delightfully warm“ and atmospheric retreat in one of the island’s prettiest rural corners.

• Sleeps up to 13 guests • British-owned family business • Pristine beaches 3km

• Yoga Shala & Massage room • Healthy & vibrant cuisine • 2 hours from the airport

• Natural jungle setting • Fully staffed with chef & manager • World heritage Galle fort 5km

• Panoramic views • Infinity Pool • Local Sri Lankan adventures

• 1.5 acres of gardens • Monkeys & tropical birds • Complimentary WiFi “ With all the“ privacy and tranquillity that you need, this hill top retreat will fit the bill. Surrounded by Nature THE YOGA SHALA

At the land’s highest point, sits our beautiful yoga shala with plenty of room for up to 13 students. Built around natural rocks and boulders, your classes will be accompanied with breath-taking views out to the paddy fields, jungle hills and ocean beyond.

Each day you’ll be treated to beautiful flower mandalas, candles, incense and at the end off each class our team will deliver cool towels and fresh coconuts to you and your guests.

Size: 640 sqft Capacity: 13 yoga mats Retreat Living Road

Driveway 3

Satori retreat sleeps up to 13 guests in 3 villas. Infinity pool Driveway Garden Villa Coach Main Villa House Infinity pool

• 2 premium double rooms Pond

Pond • 1 standard twin room Veranda Main Villa • 1 standard triple room

itchen 3 Massage Yoga Sala Store Staff room room 6 6 Coach House a itchen b Massage • 1 premium triple room Store Staff room

Paddy Fields & Main Villa Coach House Garden Villa Ocean Views . Thambili Suite . Veranda . Veranda Garden Villa . Frangipani Suite . Main room 3. Main room 3. Library Room . Ante room . Bathroom . Living Room . Bathroom • 1 premium twin room . Mimosa room 6. Ensuite Bathroom a. Mimosa ungle bathroom b. Library room ungle bathroom MAIN VILLA:

THAMBILLI SUITE

Premium double room.

• Four-poster beds • Air conditioning • Ceiling fans • Mosquito nets • En-suite bathroom • Safety box • Hot water • Complimentary WiFi • Complimentary shower gel & shampoo • Terazzo floors • Teracotta bathroom

1 x Double bed

Single occupancy USD 120 per night Double occupancy USD 160 per night FRANGIPANI SUITE

Premium double room.

1 x Double bed

Single occupancy USD 120 per night Double occupancy USD 160 per night MIMOSA SUITE

Standard triple room.

• Four-poster beds • Air conditioning • Ceiling fans • Mosquito nets • Jungle bathroom • Safety box • Hot water • Complimentary WiFi • Complimentary shower gel & shampoo • Terazzo floors

3 x single beds

Single bed USD 60 per night LIBRARY ROOM

Standard twin room.

2 x single beds

Single bed USD 60 per night

The Coach House THE COACH HOUSE:

Premium triple room.

2 x double beds 1 x single bed

Double bed USD 80 per night Single bed USD 80 per night The Garden Villa THE GARDEN VILLA:

Premium twin room.

• Four-poster beds • Air conditioning • Ceiling fans • Mosquito nets • Jungle bathroom • Safety box • Hot water • Complimentary WiFi • Complimentary shower gel & shampoo • Teracotta floors

1 x double bed 1 x single bed

Double bed USD 80 per night Single bed USD 80 per night Healthy & Vibrant Cuisine DINING

Our food is healthy, vibrant and locally sourced entirely by our on-site chef. We cater for all dining styles including vegan, vegetarian, raw and juice cleanses.

You can choose either half or full board options according to your program, with nourishing coconut water and herbal tea available all day.

Half Board: USD 23 pp per day. Full board: USD 33 pp per day. Relax & Unwind

Add massages using pure essential oils to your retreat package.

Foot Massage| 30 min 20 USD Head Massage | 30 min 20 USD Full Body Massage |60 min 30 USD

New Sri Lankan Adventures TRIPS & ACTIVITIES

Let us help you showcase all things Sri Lankan. Our venue offers you and your students a new destination with unique experiences to be enjoyed and explored.

Between morning and evening workshops, there’s plenty of time for everyone to chill out in hammocks and relax by the pool but also there’s an opportunity to explore the local culture.

Our mission is to help you all experience an authentic slice of Sri Lankan life whilst on retreat. Accommodation costings

3 Villas Rooms Category Bathroom Beds Sleeps Cost per bed per night

The Main Villa Thambilli Suite Premium double room Ensuite 1 double bed 1/2 USD 120 / USD 160

Frangipani Suite Premium double room Ensuite 1 double bed 1/2 USD 120 / USD 160 1 single bed 1 USD 60 Mimosa Suite Standard triple room Jungle bathroom 1 single bed 1 USD 60 1 single bed 1 * Complimentary 1 single bed 1 USD 60 Library Room Standard twin room Jungle bathroom 1 single bed 1 USD 60 1 double bed 1 USD 80 The Coach House Premium triple room Ensuite 1 double bed 1 USD 80 1 single bed 1 USD 80 1 double bed 1 USD 80 The Garden Villa Premium twin room Ensuite 1 single bed 1 USD 80

* Suggested bed for yoga teacher Total 11 11 guests USD 880

13 guests USD 960 Dining costings

Option Includes Cost per person per day

Half Board Breakfast, morning smoothie/juice or afternoon snack/coconut water and lunch or dinner. All water and herbal tea. USD 23

Full board Breakfast, morning smoothie or juice, lunch, afternoon snack or coconut water & dinner. All water and herbal tea. USD 33 Trips & activities costings

Services Duration Unit Cost

Full body massage 1 hour total USD 30

Sri Lankan cooking classes with chef (6 guests minimum) 3 hours per person USD 15

Surf class in Dewatta or Weligama 1 hour per person USD 25

Traditional Kandy Fire Dancing (ideal for the last night of retreat) 1.25 hours total USD 175

Tours (6 guests minimum)

Inland village & paddy field bicycle tour 3 hours per person USD 20

Sunset lake cruise, turtle hatchery & stilt fisherman 3 hours per person USD 25

Weligama beach, turtle hatchery & stilt fisherman 4 hours per person USD 22

Tea plantation, turtle hatchery & stilt fisherman 3 hours per person USD 20

Udawalawe game reserve & Elephant orphanage 8 hours per person USD 60

Lagoon paddle boarding 3 hours per person USD 25

Yatagala temple walking tour 2 hours per person USD 3 Terms of business Cancelation policy Banking details (USD account)

• We kindly ask for a $1500 USD deposit per retreat to reserve your • All cancellations must be advised in writing and will take effect the Account Name: THINK LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED FEEA dates (This is approximately 25% of the average estimated retreat day it is received by Satori Retreat. value). Bank: Commercial Bank • For cancellations received 30 days or more before the arrival date, Bank Address: Galle Fort Branch, Church St, Galle Fort, Sri Lanka. • We ask that the remaining balance be settled no later than 30 50% of the deposit will be deemed non-refundable. days before arrival. Account Number: 8010002295 • For cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival date, • We ask for a minimum of 7 guests including the teacher using any 100% of the deposit will be deemed non-refundable. Swift code: CCEYLKLX 4 rooms for the retreat. Beneficiary Name: THINK LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED FEEA • Any additional costs incurred during the retreat can be settled in cash USD or local currency Sri Lankan Rupees or by Visa card (+3%). Beneficiary Address: Satori Villa, KoratuwaGedera, Mataramba Rd, Unawatuna, Galle, Sri Lanka Please note IBAN numbers are not used in Sri Lanka. FAQs

Where is Satori retreat located? Are there mosquitos? Are airport transfers provided? Do I need to bring money?

Satori is located in Unawatuna, Galle in the south-west of Yes. As in most tropical countries you will inevitably Yes, but please note that transfers are not included in the Local currency in Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan Rupee. Don’t the country. It’s approximately 2.5 hours drive south from experience some mosquitos, however there are almost accommodation price and should be arranged if needed feel you need to bring a lot of cash with you as the banking Colombo airport. none during the drier seasons. Just ensure you close your prior to arrival. infrastructure is well developed in Sri Lanka. There are safe room door during sunrise and sunset hours. Mosquito and reliable ATMs locally and you can also easily exchange When’s the best time to visit Sri Lanka and what’s the repellants are available free of charge or you can buy Transfer rates: your home currency at any bank. weather like? them in any local pharmacy. • $75 USD for a car (3 guests) What about internet and local mobile? Sri Lanka’s climate is tropical and in the south there are • $85 USD for a van. (6 guests) typically two dry and two wet seasons. December to April Do we need to bring yoga mats and towels? There’s free WiFi throughout Satori Retreat which is fast and and July to August are the drier seasons with May, June What about towels, toiletries and hair driers? reliable. Regarding mobile, instead of using data-roaming and September, October being the wettest. The average No, yoga mats are made available to all guests. Fresh which can be expensive, we recommend using a prepaid daytime temperature is about 30 degrees Celsius, 86 towels are also provided daily in both your room and the Towels are available in each room, including one pool local SIM card which you can purchase on arrival at the degrees Fahrenheit. yoga space. towel. We also provide a set of shampoos and soaps which airport or locally in Galle. We recommend Dialog for the are regularly refilled. Please bring your own set of personal best coverage. All SIM cards are 4G-ready allowing you to Do we need to get visas to come to Sri Lanka? Is Sri Lanka a safe country to visit? hygiene items but don’t worry if you forget something, there browse the internet at very reasonable speed and rates are plenty of local shops where you can buy practically when you are outside of Satori Retreat. Yes. Visas can be arranged on arrival, but to save time The good news is that Sri Lanka is a remarkably safe place anything. Please note we do not provide hairdryers. after a long journey we suggest applying online ahead of to travel in; it’s fast becoming a very popular upscale What about my laundry? your trip. srilankaevisagov.com tourist destination and crime against foreigners is low, but What clothes will I need? it is sensible to keep an eye on your personal items at all A laundry service is outsourced with a next-day delivery in Current rates are $40 USD for a month long visa, but we times when you are out sight-seeing. At Satori we provide For yoga practice, bring comfortable items that are easy most cases. Rates are extremely cheap. definitely recommend you consult a Sri Lankan embassy a safe in each guest room and there is a security guard on to wash and dry. The only other clothes you’ll need will be representative in your home country to be sure of the the premises at night. summer wear as the temperature rarely drops below 24 precise requirements and costs. Celsius, 75 Fahrenheit, even at night.

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