Well-being break in Kerala - The essence of South India

Wellness break in Kerala - The Essence of South India
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In Malayalam, Kerala means: 'The Land of Coconut Trees'. It is also called 'The Residence of God' due to its incredible beauty. Kerala is also the cradle of Ayurveda, which originated over 5,000 years ago.

Originating in the Indian tradition, Ayurvedic medicine is considered to be the oldest holistic medicine in the world.

THE AYURVEDIC ART OF LIVING Ayurvedic medicine involves treating the patient, not the disease. After a personalised Ayurvedic assessment, the practitioner determines the type of treatment to be used. Based on dietetics, phytotherapy, ayurvedic massage, meditation, breathing, yoga or chanting, it aims to restore and maintain the balance between your body and your mind...

This trip is dedicated to well-being. It's a mix of yoga practice, learning and discoveries in the surrounding area, which will allow us to immerse ourselves in Indian life. You'll stay at Maithrimandir Homestays for the duration of your stay, enjoying morning yoga classes, study and practice time, and local cultural and/or nature outings to discover local life and customs.

Why this Ayurvedic cure?

For the 10th anniversary of the Shakti association, we're breaking away from our weekly sessions... and heading off to India to practise! During this trip, I'm putting myself at your service by accompanying you on this Ayurvedic rejuvenation cure. I want you to experience the benefits of practising yoga twice a day, combined with the virtues of the Ayurvedic cure, and enriched by meeting an authentic yogi master in his own ashram.

What am I?
I'm Vanessa BRAULT, 52, a sports educator for 30 years (gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, Pilates, climbing, etc.), an avid yoga practitioner for 25 years and a teacher for 15 years. I pass on the benefits of this liberating and transformative practice with love and kindness. Trained by various guides in France, Switzerland, India and the Philippines, I am also :
- postural stretching practitioner
- sound therapist
- posturologist
- ayurvedic masseuse
- energy specialist
- therapist in the liberation of cellular memories (body, heart, mind)

My approach also includes a shamanic dimension and a deep connection to sensitive nature.

Find out more about my career on : https://www.shakti-yogamaussane.com/fr/enseignante.php

From

2980€

Length of stay

From 11 January to 24 January 2026

In the heart of Kerala,
Where time slows down,
A journey begins,
Between palm trees and blessed rains.
Under the song of the Indian waves,
Your mind is at rest,
To the rhythm of ayurveda,
The body reinvents itself, the soul rests.
Every smile,
Each spice shared,
Is a doorway to the other,
And a step towards yourself.
From Trivandrum to Varkala,
Let yourself be guided as the days go by,
In this journey where the essential
Rediscovering yourself... quite simply.
Namaste - and welcome to Human Trip.

Programme
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Practical information
The human trip plus

Daily programme

You will pass through Trivandrum, Nedungolam, Kollam, Varkala and the outskirts of Kerala, before departing from Trivandrum for your return flight.

- 06:30 - 08:00: Meditation and yoga (optional), for a serene start to the day.
- 08:00: Healthy breakfast of tea, fresh fruit juice, seasonal fruit and Indian specialities.
- 09:00 - 12:00: Ayurvedic treatments to promote well-being and relaxation.
- 13:00: Balanced lunch with local flavours.
- 15:00 - 18:00: Free time or discovery activities in the surrounding area.
- 19:00: Dinner in a convivial atmosphere.
- 8:00 - 9:00 p.m.: Satsang, songs, music and dances, to bring the day to a close in a spirit of joy and sharing.

PRICE PER PERSON: €2,980

The package includes :

- Double room at the foot of the backwaters (twin beds with mosquito nets, ceiling fan. En-suite bathroom with room temperature shower, wc with hand shower and washbasin).

- Return air tickets

- Accompanying yoga classes and ayurvedic cures by Vanessa Brault

- Transfers

- Full board, Kerala vegetarian food, spices tailored to European palates. Encapsulated or boiled water as much as you like

- Ayurvedic treatments: massage (Abhyangam) on the 1st day, then, after the consultation with the doctor (with a translator present), the start of the regenerative therapy with 1? hours of treatment each morning or afternoon followed by a hot shower - treatment with ayurvedic potions or gelules - You see the doctor again at the end of your stay.

- Local visits (by boat or by road) to discover the different places and landscapes around the centre. Guided trips to the temples.

- Yoga and meditation classes every morning and evening Use of the yoga terrace and loan of mats and cushions

- Satsang evenings (evening philosophical exchanges after 8pm with Sarvatma)

- An evening of Baratha Natyam dance, or music

- Use of the centre's personal library

The package does not include :

- Personal outings and car hire during free time

- Avignon-Paris TGV train

- Clothes dry cleaning

- Personal purchases such as Ayurvedic treatment for the return to France, incense, soap, spices, local clothing, etc.

- Tips for drivers and centre staff

- Comprehensive insurance: €120 per person

- 1-month visa: €100

- 1-year visa: €130

- 5-year visa: €165

The + humans trip

The Maithrimandir Charter

Respect for the person: The real way to help is through empathy. Your caring presence and your stay are already very important to us. It is important not to upset our way of life. No money or gifts for children or adults (if you wish to make a donation, please hand it in to the office and it will be distributed anonymously to the recipient of your choice).

The spoken word Make sure that your words do not disturb the Indians' way of thinking and living. Indians are sensitive to certain subjects such as sexuality, caste, politics, religion, economics, cleanliness and noise, and are aware of these problems. There's no need to hurt them with criticism or reproach. You should also avoid painting an idyllic picture of the West.

Unselfishness We aim to bring about healthy encounters based on friendship and mutual aid: that's why it's important not to encourage the Indians to take financial advantage of this encounter. This would upset the balance of the village.

Detachment: The aim is not to seek psychological reward or personal gain through an act of giving, nor to take advantage of people's difficult situation.

Social behaviour Advice for women: To respect tradition, it is advisable to imitate the behaviour of Indian women in the street towards men (don't respond to their advances: (hello), don't say hello to strangers). Don't smoke in the street, and avoid going out alone at night in the village. Advice to men: Indian women are not free, they cannot meet the expectations of westerners, so respect them. To say hello, join your hands in front of your heart and say NAMASTHE (Don't touch the woman). Above all, do not try to kiss either man or woman.

Respect for traditions: Correct clothing, especially in the village: no shorts or short skirts, light trousers recommended.

Cheerful atmosphere: Living conditions in India are not the same as in France. It is therefore necessary to accept this situation in order to get the most out of your stay. Any difficulties encountered on the ground should be quickly explained to the host family. The most important thing is to enjoy being there and sharing this moment with the Indians.

Self-control: Keeping calm, accepting others without wanting to transform them, appreciating what they are.

Letting go: Trying to take each day as it comes, losing sight of your usual preoccupations, your certainties, changing your way of thinking, of apprehending the world and others. Facing up to freedom, taking the risk of venturing into the unknown.