Ayurveda spa retreat guide, Bentota — Sri Lanka's best-known Ayurveda wellness hub, with single treatments and multi-day programme options explained.
Several long-running dedicated Ayurveda resorts in Bentota offer structured, physician-overseen treatment programmes rather than generic spa menus.
Travellers without time for a full programme can still book individual massages or treatments at many of the same resorts.
Ayurveda is a centuries-old holistic medicine tradition, and genuine programmes here typically start with a consultation to assess your individual constitution.
Resorts cluster around Bentota, with a quieter alternative in Kalutara. Background: Ayurveda on Wikipedia.
A consultation with an Ayurvedic physician followed by a treatment tailored to your assessed body type and needs.