In celebration of Earth Day 2017, go green and glamorous with our top five luxury eco-friendly health retreats. From New Zealand to South Africa, spark your biophilic wanderlust with these eco-luxe health retreats that boast the most stunning yet sustainable accommodation and facilities, plus notable green-friendly awards to prove it. Combined with all-natural spa remedies and healthy organic cuisine from onsite gardens, be at one with Mother Nature and yourself.
In celebration of Earth Day 2017, go green and glamorous with our top five luxury eco-friendly health retreats. From New Zealand to South Africa, spark your biophilic wanderlust with these eco-luxe health retreats that boast the most stunning yet sustainable accommodation and facilities, plus notable green-friendly awards to prove it. Combined with all-natural spa remedies and healthy organic cuisine from onsite gardens, be at one with Mother Nature and yourself.
New Zealand: Aro Ha
Achieve optimal wellness at Aro Ha
Enveloped by New Zealand’s surreal Southern Alps, luxury wellness retreat Aro Ha fuses eco-friendly accommodation with self-sufficient vegetarian cuisine, using locally produced organic ingredients from their onsite garden. Enhance the connection between yourself and nature during sub-alpine hikes and a kayaking trip across the lake to the natural bird sanctuary of Pigeon Island. Together with yoga, meditation and TRX suspension sessions, achieve optimal wellness at this eco-friendly health retreat as you unwind with daily therapeutic spa massages.
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Thailand: Kamalaya
Relax in nature at Kamalaya
Deep within a tropical hillside, overlooking secluded white sands and a private shoreline, awaits the world-class Thai wellness destination, Kamalaya. With the entire sanctuary built around a Buddhist monk’s cave, all accommodations and facilities were flawlessly meshed with its natural surroundings. Each part of the retreat is a balance of raw nature paired with intricate detailing, keeping the existing natural elements including ancient granite boulders and trees to become accent pieces for many of Kamalaya’s structures. The temple and grassy yoga pavilion creates the perfect backdrop for yoga and meditation while the spa is a reflection of complete well-being integrating nature through its treatments.
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Bali: Zen Resort
Enjoy natural wonders at Zen Resort
Bali’s charm centres on its natural wonders from pristine beaches and coral reefs to forested volcanic mountains and iconic rice paddies — Zen Resort blends seamlessly in all that. Respecting the local environment, this eco-friendly destination is a Bali health retreat which uses only the freshest ingredients, with fish caught in the nearby sea and fresh fruits harvested from the onsite farm. Recharge with sunrise yoga and healing holistic spa therapies before finally letting go of stress during sunset meditation. Get closer to nature with rice field trekking, scuba diving and educational eco-forest walks, to learn more about the local wildlife and environment.
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India: Swaswara
Nourish your body organically at SwaSwara
Nestled in the unspoilt countryside of Gokarna and only a short walk away from the spiritual Om beach, SwaSwara is a healing holiday paradise. With fresh water a scarce resource, SwaSwara works to harvest the rainwater, in order to make them self-sufficient. Growing their own produce in their organic vegetable gardens, raw and vegan cuisine at vegetarian restaurant, Cocum, will empower your body with organic nourishment. Unwind with Ayurvedic spa therapies, yoga and meditation, or discover more about your natural surrounding during guided nature walks and bird watching trips.
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South Africa: Karkloof Safari Spa
Experience wildlife in Karkloof Safari Spa
Working with environmental and wildlife professionals to restore the region to its natural splendour, the surrounding ecosystem of South Africa’s Karkloof Safari Spa maintains a diverse range of indigenous plants and wildlife. Championing eco-friendly luxury, enjoy indulging with unlimited spa treatments that use natural ingredients, from a black pepper scrub to a coconut body polish. Explore your natural surroundings on an adventure getaway as you spot African wildlife during private guided safaris, together with hikes, fishing trips and mountain biking.
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Talk to one of our Travel Specialists on 1300 551 353 or contact us here to discuss tailor-making your perfect eco-friendly health retreats.
