Ayurvedic Treatment in Bentota: 3-Hour Wellness Package

Warm oil, herbal steam, and deep pressure on the points that hold tension.

A 3-hour customized Ayurvedic treatment in Bentota combining full-body abhyanga massage, intensive head and foot work, herbal steam therapy, and a free doctor consultation. Pickup from your hotel is included, and the session ends with herbal tea. Minimum age is 14.

The experience

The treatment starts with abhyanga, a full-body massage using warm medicated oil applied in long, rhythmic strokes to improve circulation and calm the nervous system. This flows into intensive work on the head and feet, targeting pressure points that release tension held in those areas. The sequence is designed to work through the whole body rather than stopping at one region.

After the massage comes herbal steam therapy, either a traditional steam bath or shirodhara, where warm herbal oil flows steadily across the forehead. The heat opens the pores and the herbs penetrate deeper. A doctor trained in Ayurvedic medicine then consults with you about your health, explaining what the treatment addressed and what practices might support the balance it created. Herbal tea rounds out the three hours, giving your system time to settle.

Pickup from your hotel is included, so you don't arrange transport. The facility is wheelchair accessible, and the treatment suits all fitness levels since you're lying down for most of it.

What’s included

• Full-body abhyanga massage with warm medicated oil.
• intensive head and foot massage targeting pressure points.
• herbal steam bath or shirodhara.
• free consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor.
• complimentary herbal tea.
• hotel pickup and return transport.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (14 and older) · Under 14: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Purana Ayurveda Wellness Center

Is this one for you?The treatment keeps you still and horizontal for the full three hours, so it suits anyone looking to step out of their day and receive care rather than move through an itinerary. If you want to stay active or prefer shorter sessions, look for a different wellness option.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly happens during the head and foot massage?

The intensive head and foot work targets specific pressure points and energy channels in Ayurvedic practice. The therapist uses sustained pressure and massage techniques on these areas to release accumulated tension and restore flow through the body.

Is the herbal steam bath the same as shirodhara?

The treatment includes either a herbal steam bath or shirodhara depending on what suits your needs. Shirodhara is the practice of pouring warm herbal oil in a steady stream across the forehead. The herbal steam bath uses heat and medicinal vapors to detoxify and refresh.

What does the doctor consultation cover?

The Ayurvedic doctor reviews your health and explains how the treatment addresses your specific needs. They offer guidance on practices and routines you can continue at home to maintain the balance the therapy creates.

Do I need to bring anything or prepare in any way?

Wear comfortable clothing you don't mind getting oil on, or plan to change into something provided. The facility handles everything else (towels, oils, herbal preparations), and you can shower after if you prefer.

How long does the whole experience take from pickup to drop-off?

The treatment itself is three hours. Add time for pickup from your hotel and the return journey, which depends on where you're staying in Bentota.