Fact Sheet
Welcome,
The Welikande Estate can be found 25 km from Kandy
It is nestled high up in the Knuckles Mountains, overlooking the Knuckles National park, Hiloya Valley, and Victoria Dam Lake
We specialize in retreats: yoga, meditation, trekking, and Ayurveda wellness programs
The Soul of our Estate is the main house where we all eat together on the large covered terrace overlooking the mountain range and our gardens.
We serve primarily vegetarian meals, for which the ingredients are sourced locally from the surrounding villages and from our own 12 acres of the vegetable garden, including our home-grown coffee. The food is Sri Lankan inspired with influences from the Mediterranean cuisine.
All the bedrooms are tastefully decorated, with a collection of beautiful paintings that add a touch of color and inspiration. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with solar heated water shower, toilet, and sink
Rooms at Welikande Estate
To enjoy:
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The beautiful swimming pool on the estate overlooking the scenic Knuckles Mountains.
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A nature walk up to the top of the mountain where our Meditation Shala is to be found.
Treatments:
Our Ayurveda Wellness center, in the shade under some very ancient trees, is overlooking the mountain range. Mr Walter Peters, our respected Ayurveda consultant, oversees the Ayurvedic Center, Mr Dharmapriya is the Ayurveda practitioner who liaises with our Ayurvedic cooks and masseuse to ensure all guests receive the right treatments during their stay with us.
Retreats:
The different retreat programs are designed to incorporate our local community, make our guests familiar with their culture, and fully enjoy the beautiful nature during the outdoor activities. Daily yoga and meditation classes are provided by internationally established teachers.
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