Top 7 Restorative travel experiences with Teardrop

One of the most powerful tools for achieving inner peace and mental clarity is mindful meditation. Compelling evidence suggests that it can reduce stress, improve concentration, and promote emotional well-being. Yoga offers a myriad of benefits, including increased flexibility, enhanced strength, improved posture, and reduced anxiety. Teardrop, in partnership with leading global wellness brand Vikasa, now offers a series of signature Vikasa yoga and wellness experiences, complemented with deeply relaxing treatments at its spa. Whether it’s a self-guided meditation in the misty hills of Nuwara Eliya, morning yoga session overlooking the gardens at Wallawwa and Tri, sunset yoga on the ramparts while at Fort Bazaar in Galle Fort, or by the ocean at Kumu Beach, each property provides the perfect backdrop to realign body and mind. Classes can be arranged on request, with private or group sessions tailored to your energy and needs.

Spending time in nature has a profound impact on our well-being and the Japanese practice of forest bathing finds a natural home in Sri Lanka’s lush landscapes. The hills of Sri Lanka offer some of the most memorable walks in nature, and each of our tea bungalows located in Dickoya, Nuwara Eliya, and Ella offer easy access to the stunning Pekoe Trails as well as their own unique routes for a grounding nature walk among tea estates, hikes to Ella Rock, Adam's Peak, rainforest treks and walk to waterfalls. A highlight for nature lovers is Horton Plains National Park, easily accessible from Nuwara Eliya. Its misty cloud forests, sweeping grasslands, and dramatic escarpments invite deep presence and awe. The 7.2 km loop trail leads past Baker’s Falls and breathtaking viewpoints over the island’s rolling landscapes – perfect terrain for mindful walking.

For deeper relaxation, our boutique spas are havens of calm. At Wallawwa, our spa offers signature Asian-inspired therapies set within lush tropical gardens. At Kumu Beach, the sound of waves accompanies indulgent massages, while at Fort Bazaar, treatments draw inspiration from traditional healing practices. Each spa focuses on releasing tension, improving circulation, and bringing the body back into balance through natural oils and therapeutic techniques.

Nourishment is central to restorative travel, and clean eating has been central to Sri Lankan lifestyle long before it became a buzzword. Being an agrarian society that has lived off the land eating pulses, roots and tubers like yams, coconut, rice, and herbs from the forests along with fish was from the sea or lakes, Sri Lanka’s fertile soil provides an abundance of fresh produce. Traveling through Sri Lanka you’ll notice an abundance of easily accessible fresh produce and our island cuisine includes several vegetarian and vegan-based dishes. At Wallawwa, Goatfell, and Nine Skies, flourishing home gardens supply herbs, fruits, and vegetables. Guests can join our chefs for garden tours, cooking demonstrations, or traditional curry classes that highlight vegetarian and vegan dishes. Eating becomes an act of mindfulness here – appreciating the textures of freshly ground spices, the sweetness of jackfruit curry, or the tang of a ripe mango picked straight from the tree.