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Ingrid S.
Copenhagen
September 2026
Easier to stay silent than I expected because the treatments gave the days such a clear rhythm.
NewVerified partnerIn Person6 daysRelaxDetox
Backwater Silent Meditation & Ayurveda Week
By Backwater Silence Retreat Pvt LtdKumarakom, Kerala Backwaters5.0(1 review)
NewVerified partnerIn Person6 daysRelaxDetox
Backwater Silent Meditation & Ayurveda Week
By Backwater Silence Retreat Pvt LtdKumarakom, Kerala Backwaters5.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 6 days
- Format
- In Person
- Packages
- 1
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A 6-day noble-silence retreat on the backwaters pairing morning meditation with afternoon Ayurvedic treatments.
Philosophy
Silence as the container that makes bodywork land deeper — talking dilutes the therapeutic effect of the treatments, so guests observe silence outside of consultations.
Who This Is For
Guests wanting a gentler entry point into silent retreat, softened by daily Ayurvedic treatment rather than pure austerity.
What's Included
- Daily silent meditation sessions
- Daily Ayurvedic treatment
- Sattvic full board
- Evening reflection journal
- Boat excursions beyond the included sunset cruise
Itinerary & Packages
6-Day Silent Week
Full silence-and-treatment programme.
₹21,500
6 days
Day 1
Silence begins
Orientation, then noble silence observed until day 6.
Where You'll Stay
Kumarakom Lake Sanctuary
Kumarakom, Kerala Backwaters
Kerala Backwaters
The traditional home of Ayurveda — slow backwater mornings, centuries-old treatment protocols, and a kitchen built around what's actually in season.
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Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹21,500
per programme
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