Gentle Ayurvedic Detox Retreat
A Soft and Authentic Introduction to Ayurvedic Cleansing
The Gentle Ayurvedic Detox Retreat at Shesha Ayurveda Retreat Center is a nurturing yet effective cleansing and rebalancing program. Designed as an ideal pre-Panchakarma retreat, it also serves as a profound reset for those experiencing stress, overload, or imbalance.
Set in the peaceful village of San Lawrenz, Gozo, this retreat follows classical Ayurvedic principles while remaining accessible, grounding, and non-extreme. It is suitable for both newcomers to Ayurveda and experienced guests seeking a conscious, supportive detox.
The Intention of the Retreat
This program focuses on:
Gentle elimination of toxins (Ama)
Strengthening digestion (Agni)
Calming and regulating the nervous system
Rebalancing the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
Restoring clarity, lightness, and vitality
Rather than forcing detoxification, the retreat supports the body’s natural intelligence to cleanse, regulate, and heal at its own pace.
Daily Ayurvedic Therapies
120 minutes of personalised Ayurvedic treatments per day
Treatments are individually adapted and may include traditional oil massages and body therapies to:
Support detoxification
Release physical and emotional tension
Nourish the nervous system
Improve circulation and energy flow
Steam Chamber Therapy
Regular Ayurvedic steam sessions
These sessions support:
Toxin release
Opening of the body’s channels (Srotas)
Enhanced absorption of oil treatments
Relief of muscular and joint tension
Shesha Ritual
A grounding daily ritual including:
Foot oil application
Herbal face pack
This ritual helps anchor the nervous system and supports emotional and energetic balance.
Dosha Assessment
Short online dosha assessment on the first day
This assessment provides insight into your constitution and current imbalances, allowing treatments and recommendations to be tailored to your needs.
Gentle Movement & Regulation
Gentle yoga sessions adapted for detox and nervous system balance
Practices focus on:
Grounding
Breath awareness
Soft, mindful movement
Supporting digestion and elimination
Ayurvedic Nutrition
Light Ayurvedic soups
Warm, nourishing bowls
Herbal teas and refreshments throughout the day
Meals are designed to be warming, easy to digest, and supportive of the cleansing process—without deprivation.
Kinesiology Session
One individual kinesiology session
This session supports:
Identifying subconscious stress patterns
Emotional and energetic balancing
Supporting detox on a deeper level
It complements Ayurvedic therapies by addressing stored tension and mind-body connections.
Who This Retreat Is For
This retreat is ideal if you:
Feel depleted, overstimulated, or heavy
Want a gentle detox without extremes
Are preparing for Panchakarma
Seek rest, clarity, and inner balance
Wish to reconnect with your body in a safe, supported way
No prior Ayurvedic experience is required.
In Essence
This is not a fast cleanse.
It is a conscious return to rhythm.
A retreat where:
The body is listened to
Healing unfolds gently
Balance is restored sustainably
Shesha offers a space where detox becomes nourishment, and rest becomes medicine.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change