Retreats in Kerala
Kerala, on India's far south-western coast, is best known for Ayurveda and has a long yoga tradition, with retreats on the cliffs and beaches of the south and in the cooler hills inland. The programmes below run from 7 to 28 days. Tips and FAQs ↓
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Retreats in Kerala: yoga, Ayurveda and the coast
This page includes yoga retreats, yoga teacher training, wellness retreats and ayurveda retreats. Varkala, with its red cliffs above the sea, has many yoga schools and teacher trainings; Kovalam, near the state capital, is a beach town with Ayurveda centres; Kochi is an old port city; and Munnar, in the Western Ghats, is tea-plantation country.
The weather follows two monsoons: the main one from about June to September, and a shorter one in October and November. December to March is dry and the best time for the beach. Kerala Tourism describes the monsoon month of Karkidakam, in July or August, as the traditional season for Ayurvedic rejuvenation.
Starting prices run from $433 to $1,300 per person, and the median is $890. Each programme sets its own price; check what it covers: the room, meals, and any consultations or treatments.
Thiruvananthapuram airport is the closest to Varkala and Kovalam, and Kochi airport to Kochi; Munnar is three to four hours by road from Kochi.
- Length
- 7–28 days
- Median length
- 9 days
- Starting prices, per person
- $433–$1,300
- Median starting price
- $890
Prices are converted from each host's currency at the European Central Bank reference rate of November 3, 2026.
Before you book
- Check which visa fits: India's official e-Visa site lists short-term yoga programmes among the purposes of the e-Tourist visa.
- For an Ayurveda stay, ask whether a qualified Ayurvedic doctor sees you, and what you'll be given to take by mouth.
- Ask which airport is closest and whether the transfer is included.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time for a retreat in Kerala?
December to March is dry and warm, the best time for the beaches. April and May are hot and humid. The main monsoon runs from about June to September, and a second, shorter one comes in October and November; many people choose the monsoon months for an Ayurveda stay.
Varkala or Kovalam: where should I go?
Varkala is a cliff-top town with many yoga schools, cafés and a long beach below; it suits a yoga retreat or a teacher training. Kovalam is a beach resort close to Thiruvananthapuram with several Ayurveda centres. Kovalam is about half an hour from Thiruvananthapuram airport, Varkala a little over an hour.
How much does a retreat in Kerala cost?
Starting prices for retreats and trainings in Kerala listed on RetreatBird run from $433 to $1,300 per person, and the median is $890. Each programme sets its own price; check whether meals and treatments are included.
What is an Ayurveda retreat in Kerala like?
A typical day starts early with yoga, followed by a consultation or treatments such as oil massage, a set vegetarian diet, and rest. Programmes are usually a week or longer. Ask who designs your plan, and tell them about any medication you take.