Teardrop Hotels is delighted to announce an exciting new partnership between their award-winning boutique hotel, Wallawwa, and globally recognised wellness brand, Vikasa. This collaboration brings a series of exclusive wellness experiences to guests seeking a rejuvenating escape during their Sri Lankan holiday.
Just 20 minutes from Colombo’s international airport, Wallawwa is a beautifully restored manor house,celebrated for its lush 200-year-old tropical gardens, rich history, and tranquil setting. Long a favourite for travellers seeking a peaceful retreat at the start or end of their Sri Lankan adventure, the partnership with Vikasa enhances the hotel’s wellness offerings, creating more opportunities for relaxation and self-care.
Founded by Kosta Miachin in Koh Samui, Thailand, Vikasa is renowned for its holistic approach towellness, drawing on yoga, mindfulness, and nutrition, to cultivate inner peace and wellbeing.
Daily Classes and Group Sessions
As part of this partnership, Wallawwa now offers a series of signature Vikasa wellness experiences that can be enjoyed daily, even during shorter stays. Guests can participate in private or group sessions of ‘Vikasa Chill’ and ‘Vikasa Complete’ yoga, as well as Reiki, guided meditation, sound healing, gong baths,and Trataka sessions led by Vikasa’s expert Wellness Practitioner Evangeline Kehing.
Introducing ‘Begin’ and ‘Recharge’
For those seeking a deeper wellness experience, Wallawwa also hosts Vikasa’s signature programmes,‘Begin’, and ‘Recharge’. According to Eva, ‘Begin’ is ideal for those new to yoga, or looking to expand their practice. The programme includes yoga, meditation, Reiki, sound bowl healing, and signature massage treatments. ‘Recharge’ focuses on optimising wellbeing through practical tools and practices that guests can incorporate into daily life.
Both programs are held in dedicated wellness spaces like the serene courtyard or spa, and include post-stay follow-ups and detailed workbooks, empowering participants to make informed decisions around their diet and lifestyle, even once they return home.
Teardrop Hotels Wellness x Vikasa: A Journey Inward
On the launch of the partnership, Kosta said, “Vikasa means evolution, and while our focus is on the personal evolution of our guests, we are equally invested in the growth of Vikasa itself. Partnering with aligned brands like Teardrop Hotels allows us to introduce Vikasa’s wellness practices to new audiences,giving travellers to Sri Lanka the opportunity to enrich their holidays with unique wellness offerings.We’re excited to bring a new dimension to the Teardrop experience.”
Henry Fitch, CEO of Teardrop Hotels, commented, “We are thrilled to join forces with Vikasa and bring their wellness expertise to Wallawwa. Our tranquil setting provides the perfect backdrop for guests to slow down and embrace wellness practices. Whether they’re exploring yoga for the first time, practicing
mindfulness, or simply taking a break from modern life, these offerings are designed to weave wellness into a traditional holiday, without the intensity of a full retreat.”
By combining Vikasa’s wellness expertise with Wallawwa’s tranquil environment, this partnership promises a transformative experience that rejuvenates body, mind, and spirit.
