Ayur Village Retreat

Ayur Village Retreat is an Ayurveda and Yoga sanctuary cradled in the tranquil embrace of the Periyar River, with a vast waterfront, lush greenery and birdsong creating a serene, pollution-free countryside ambience. Guests may enjoy the symphony of the river, the cool breeze, the music of the birds and waves, and the beauty of sunrise and sunset over the Periyar, with river frontage, river-view rooms, a riverside walkway and a river-view yoga space enhancing the sense of natural harmony. The retreat is conveniently located 16 km from Cochin International Airport (COK), 9 km from Aluva Railway Station (AWY), 8 km from Aluva Metro Station, 9 km from Aluva KSRTC Bus Stand and 9 km from North Paravur KSRTC Bus Stand, with complimentary pick-up and drop from these transit points.

Health at Ayur Village Retreat is understood as the harmony of body, mind and soul, with complete health encompassing physical, psychological, intellectual, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Established in 2022 as a venture of Sarathy Ayurveda, the retreat was created in response to the growing importance of holistic health in the post-COVID-19 era, expanding Ayurveda–Yoga healthcare services in a setting that seamlessly integrates Kerala Ayurveda principles with refined comfort. Sarathy Ayurveda itself was founded in 2004 by renowned Ayurveda physician Dr P.K. Lathika, formerly Chief Medical Officer at Kerala Ayurveda Ltd, and began with Sarathy Ayurvedic Clinic, an out-patient clinic opposite Aluva Palace Bank Road, and Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital on the banks of the Periyar at Elookkara near Aluva. Over the years, Sarathy Ayurvedic Clinic and Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital have emerged as trusted destinations for Ayurveda healing domestically and internationally, achieving NABH accreditation in March 2019 and adding new specialties in Shalya Tantra (Ayurveda surgery) and Prasootitantra and Streeroga (Ayurveda obstetrics and gynaecology). Under the leadership of Dr Lathika, supported by General Manager Sri KP Suku and family, Ayur Village Retreat carries forward a vision “to be the destination of Ayurveda–Yoga wellness and illness holistic healthcare” by integrating healing tradition, modern amenities and natural ambience.

The retreat’s mission includes providing holistic Ayurveda–Yoga healthcare for a healthy body, mind, intellect, knowledge, emotion and soul; propagating the possibilities and goodness of Ayurveda at domestic and international levels; bringing children and youth into the Ayurveda healthcare fold for a healthier population; and ensuring quality ageing and active, positive elderly life. It is also committed to developing and standardising Ayurveda–Yoga integrated treatment protocols; creating and maintaining safe infrastructure; operating in conformity with all statutory and legal requirements; building a dedicated, qualified and skilled work team; setting and practising standard operating procedures; empanelling with and certifying under government accreditation agencies; training the team to provide professional, empathetic care while respecting patient privacy; initiating and participating in CSR and academic activities; promoting services without compromising ethics and values; and integrating technology and modern advances in medicine and tourism for better service.

Ayur Village Retreat offers 10 thoughtfully designed rooms, including double and family accommodation, with spacious interiors and generous river-view bathrooms that complement the natural surroundings. The ambience is comfortable and reassuring, with pollution-free green spaces, a herbal garden, zero-bacteria drinking water, free Wi-Fi with 30 mbps speed and basic laundry services. Sightseeing and shopping can be arranged when permitted by the doctors. Dining focuses on traditional Kerala cuisine prepared to incorporate health benefits, while respecting individual food preferences and habits; diets are tailored wherever special food is required as part of treatment. Guests are typically served morning tea, breakfast, a mid-drink, evening tea and dinner, with menus adjusted to support therapeutic goals. Before arrival, interaction with the doctors over phone or email is possible, and a detailed health proforma is shared after booking to assess health status; the medical and front-desk teams remain accessible to address queries and concerns.

Ayur Village Retreat is dedicated to time-tested principles of scientific Ayurveda, supported by evidence-based and result-oriented Panchakarma protocols. It combines authentic, classical treatment with modern amenities, creating an environment where serene nature complements the healing process. Health facilities include doctors’ consultation and follow-up, an experienced and specialised panel of doctors, skilled and experienced therapy staff, spacious and hygienic treatment rooms with wooden treatment tables, effective Ayurveda herbal medicines, special therapeutic diets, Kerala Ayurveda Panchakarma therapy, blood-letting treatments for varicose veins, wellness and therapeutic Yoga and Meditation, stroke rehabilitation, mother and child care, diet counselling, Ayurveda cancer care and physiotherapy. Panchakarma at Ayur Village Retreat is positioned as a detoxification therapy to cleanse and revitalise body, mind and consciousness, supported by preparatory therapies such as Abhyangam, Pizhichil, Kizhi, Dhara, Swedanam and Snehapanam. AYUR HEAL single therapy sessions include Abhyanga–Swedana (relaxation oil massage and steam, 60 minutes), Abhyanga–Utsadana (soothing massage and mild exfoliation, 60 minutes), Marma Thirummal (healing massage for pain relief, 60 minutes), Abhyanga and Shirodhara (stress-relief body and head therapy, 90 minutes), Abhyanga–Lepa (pain-relief therapy for guests aged 50-plus, 90 minutes) and Abhyanga–Swedana–Mukhalepa for couples (oil massage, herbal steam and face therapy, 90 minutes). The AYUR EXPERIENCE one-day Ayurveda–Yoga retreat offers a riverside natural-beauty immersion with check-in and property familiarisation, detailed initial consultation with an Ayurveda doctor, a guided walk to the riverside, Abhyanga Sweda (medicated herbal oil massage with special herbal bath or steam), Padabhyanga (special foot massage) and a healthy-diet discussion with the doctor, along with time to relax by the river and enjoy the nourishing food.

The medical team at Ayur Village Retreat features an accomplished panel of doctors specialised in various disciplines. Chief Consultant Dr P.K. Lathika (BAMS, MDHA, PGCR, PGDHHC) has been practising Ayurveda since 1989, with more than 35 years of experience. A specialist in spinal and joint disorders and Ayurveda cancer care, she graduated with high distinction from Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda College, began her career with Kerala Ayurveda Ltd, and later founded Sarathy Ayurveda, under which she leads Sarathy Ayurvedic Clinic, Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital and Ayur Village Retreat. Known as a doctor with a “divine touch,” she has treated more than five lakh patients since 1989, including over 20,000 spinal-disorder cases, and is authorised Medical Officer for ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) since 2000. Her professional commitment, academic excellence and clinical ability have established her as a respected physician in India and abroad. Her awards include the AMAI AryaOushadhi Bhishak Praveen Award in 2020, the Mocking Jay Award – Best Doctors Award in 2023 and the Global Malayali Council Swiss Province Excellence in Health Award in 2023.

Senior Consultant Dr Valsaladevi K (BAMS, FAGE, YIC–Yoga, CAAM, CNAD, MBA) has been practising Ayurveda since 1994, with over 30 years of experience. She specialises in child health, clinical Yoga, Yoga therapy, Pranayama therapy and Ayurveda diet, and is particularly noted for expertise in children’s diseases, developmental disorders including autism, and child health, with additional strengths in diet and psychological counselling. She serves as a consultant at Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital and other reputed Ayurveda hospitals across India, and has extensive experience with international patients through her work at Taj Ayurveda Centre of Taj Gateway Calicut, which is patronised by many Omani guests and functions as an authorised rehabilitation centre for Royal Oman Police. She also oversees quality assurance and accreditations such as NABH for Sarathy Ayurveda.

Specialist Consultant Dr Karthik K Nandan (BAMS, MS in Shalyatantra – Ayurveda Surgery, MSc in Yoga, MA in Disaster Management) has been practising Ayurveda since 2013, with more than 11 years of experience. His designation includes specialist consultant in proctology, ano-rectal diseases, varicose veins, spine manipulation and pain management using Marma (chiropractic) techniques. His specialties include piles, fistula, varicose veins, varicocele, male infertility, spine manipulation, conservative orthopaedics, pain management and clinical Yoga. He is an established physician in Kochi and Delhi for these conditions, with integrated pain management that combines Marma therapy, Shalyatantra and Yoga. His Disaster Management background contributes to safety aspects at Sarathy Ayurveda. Dr Karthik is an alumnus of SDM Ayurveda College and Amrita Viswavidyapeetham.

Specialist Consultant and Quality Manager Dr Gayatri S has been practising Ayurveda since 2015 and focuses on obstetrics, infertility, gynaecology and cosmetology. Her qualifications include Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), Master of Surgery (MS) in Prasootitantra and Streeroga, a Yoga Instructor Course (Yoga International Alliance – YIC) and a Diploma in Cosmetology. Her specialties cover gynaecology, infertility, pre- and post-natal care, Ayurveda beauty therapy and clinical Yoga, and she also contributes to quality management within the organisation. The wider clinical team includes three doctors qualified in Yoga, experienced therapy staff and support personnel aligned with the retreat’s commitment to professional, empathetic and ethical care.

Daily life at Ayur Village Retreat is structured to support a calm and therapeutic rhythm. A typical day starts at 6.00 am with prescribed Ayurveda medicine, followed by a Yoga session usually at 6.30 am. A one-hour therapy session is scheduled between 7.00 am and 11.00 am, and a second therapy of around 30 minutes is provided between 2.00 pm and 5.00 pm. Doctors meet guests during the day for rounds and counselling sessions and remain available to clarify concerns. Meditation sessions are held in the evenings, while leisure time can be spent enjoying the natural surroundings, walking through the countryside or simply relaxing by the riverside. Alongside Ayurveda, the retreat’s services extend to Yoga, Meditation, Physiotherapy, Counselling and healthy diet, all designed to work seamlessly with the serene ambience to support physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Ayur Village Retreat remains dedicated to preserving and protecting the health of healthy individuals and treating illness in those who are unwell, aligning each aspect of its operations with the spirit of Ayurveda. By combining the beauty of its natural surroundings, the depth of its clinical traditions, and carefully curated Ayurveda–Yoga programs, the retreat offers a composed environment where guests can feel refreshed, renewed and gently guided towards better health.