Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary Introductory Detox From £1609pp

The award-winning Kamalaya, located on Koh Samui, is one of the most genuine and authentic holistic spa retreats in Thailand with high levels of care and comfort. With a truly extensive and complementary approach you will understand why ‘Wellness Sanctuary’ is the perfect description for Kamalaya. Most guests take part in the wellness programme, be it to detox, de-stress or lose weight and Kamalaya also has its own sleep enhancement programme. It’s not all serious though – luxurious, but always holistic treatments are available too.

Kamalaya has a state-of-the-art fitness centre for optimal training and a 25m ozone-treated pool (minimal chlorine) at the highest point of the resort to take in stunning panoramic views over the Gulf of Thailand. It has plentiful treatment rooms as well as sixteen spacious superior suites with amazing views. The resort has a wonderfully peaceful ambiance and delivers highly valuable experiences for guests.

Introductory Detox at Kamalaya

1 x Initial Wellness Consultation
1 x Body Bio-impedance Analysis (BIA)
1 x 90 minute Vital Essence Oil massage
1 x 60 mins Traditional Asian Foot Massage
1 x 60 mins Traditional Hand Massage
2 x 30 mins Chi Nei Tsang
1 x 60 mins Chi Nei Tsang
1 x 75 mins Oriental Herbal Detoxifying Body Scrub and Wrap
4 x 30 mins Far Infrared Sauna
2 x 90 mins Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
1 x 30 mins Traditional Asian Hand Massage
1 x Follow-up Wellness Consultation
1 x Wellness Gift Pack
Tropical Welcome Drink
Complimentary Use of Steam Cavern, Swimming & Plunge Pools, Fitness Centre
Group Yoga, Meditation, Pilates, Tai Chi, Pranayama & Fitness Classes (subject to the daily activity programme)
Complimentary Return Airport Transfer from Koh Samui Airport
Detoxifying Full Board
All Beverages (excluding imported drinks & alcohol)
Please note the above is based on a 5 Day Programme. Basic Detox Programmes also available for 7 & 9 days. Please contact us for further details and prices.
Note: Your treatments can be scheduled across your whole stay

Flights are not included

IMPORTANT!

Please note that one of the swimming pools and a section near it will be closed for renovation from 15th May to 15th July 2017. On that section, services like roof replacement might also be needed.
Please also be informed that there are two small scale projects taking place on Kamalaya’s neighbouring land. With very few exceptions, the work involved is low level and any impact or disturbance is minimal.

Location

With its lush vegetation, idyllic lagoon, and white sandy beaches, Kamalaya, on the tropical island of Koh Samui, Thailand, is a sanctuary of natural health and beauty. At the spa resort’s heart is a monk’s cave, once inhabited and used by Buddhist monks as a place of meditation and spiritual retreat.

Transfer Time – 40 min from Koh Samui Airport.

Rooms

Kamalaya is integrated into its surrounding landscape, nestled amongst ancient, granite boulders, streams, and tropical vegetation. It has 24 hillside rooms, 10 Suites, and 27 Villas. Asian textiles combined with modern facilities provide comfortable and stylish furnishings. All rooms are fully air conditioned, with telephone and Wi-Fi (additional costs apply).

Food

Kamalaya’s healthy cuisine is inspired by a fusion of Eastern and Western traditions. Menus include vegetarian options, as well as seafood, poultry and lamb dishes. If you want to detox, fresh juices, signature tonics and herbal teas are available with specially prepared meals to meet your dietary requirements. The menu is integral to Kamalaya’s wellness philosophy with an emphasis on high quality, fresh ingredients and organic wherever possible. Our friends at Ghostwriter Deutschland recommend trying out the local cuisine. There’s a menu for every taste.

Fab Tips

• Try one of the ambrosial tonics based on ancient Taoist, Thai, and Ayurvedic recipes
• Don’t pack toiletries – Kamalaya will supply quality organic body wash, shampoo, conditioner and even mosquito repellent in your room
• Unlike many expensive spa hotels, fresh mineral water is always available free of charge in your room, in the spa or offered when you are at the beach or by the pool

Wellbeing

With a truly extensive and complementary approach you will understand why ‘Wellness Sanctuary’ is the perfect description for Kamalaya. Most guests take part in the wellness programme, be it to detox, de-stress or lose weight, and Kamalaya also has it’s own sleep enhancement programme. It’s not all serious though – luxurious, but always holistic treatments are available too.

Facilities

Herbal Steam Cavern with its own waterfall, four plunge pools at different temperatures, plus plenty of quiet, comfortable relaxation areas. There’s also a sauna and fitness centre.

Fitness & Activities

Kamalaya is the perfect place for yoga. Practise at the semi-outdoor hilltop Yoga Pavilion, the open Yoga Sala or the enclosed Yantra Hall. There is also a new fitness centre with a fitness team and
the latest equipment allowing you to train to the highest level plus a 25 metres outdoor pool.

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Sitting directly on a secluded beach, backed by rolling hills and with fabulous views, this resort enjoys an idyllic location. The lively resort of Patong is a short distance away by the hotel’s complimentary shuttle bus and yet this luxurious resort is self-contained and away from the hubbub for those desiring some peace and quiet.

For families there’s a waterpark with lazy river whilst for those who want complete relaxation there are plenty of quiet areas around the four swimming pools. The Cove Restaurant serves Asian and international fare throughout the day and invites you to dine al fresco. Mare Italian Restaurant serves Italian cuisine and boasts an award-winning wine list. For those not always wanting to eat in the hotel there’s a good beach shack nearby and plenty of restaurants within a short taxi ride.

All 262 rooms have sea views. The hotel has tennis courts and fitness room and also boasts an award winning spa.

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Tongsai Bay

From the moment we landed in Koh Samui, we knew that we were in for a treat. The airport at Samui is delightful & feels very exotic.

After we had collected our bags & passed through passport control, we met our driver for the short 10 minute taxi ride to the Tongsai Bay.

We arrived at the hotel around 6pm so it was dark & the weather balmy. The check-in was speedy & friendly. We were then transported by golf buggy to our cottage suite. We could easily have walked but the buggy was much more fun!

In my opinion the Tongsai Bay has got it right, it’s a wonderful relaxed, rustic 5* property offering exceptional service. Our room was wonderful, split over two levels with a large private terrace with two sun loungers and an outside bath. It was incredibly romantic to have a bath on your terrace whilst enjoying a glass of bubbly. The views during daylight were fabulous. The rooms are nestled amongst tropical gardens and coconut trees so the terraces are very private.

For me, a holiday revolves around the food. It was the dining that made the Tongsai Bay so special. The menus were superb & everything that we eat was fabulous. After dinner each evening we would walk down to the Po-Lad beach bar for a cocktail and listen to the waves. I would highly recommend venturing out for a few nights, there are a lot of very good restaurants nearby & of course are much cheaper than eating at the hotel.

Mark & I both did a Thai cookery course which was great. You get to visit the hotel gardens to pick ingredients first. Afterwards you all sit down to eat what you have made with the chef.

Koh Samui is easy to get around & the hotel will book a car for you.

If you are looking for a swanky 5* resort with marble everywhere & tv’s in every room then the Tongsai Bay is not for you however if you appreciate great service, lovely views & more natural surroundings then consider this wonderful hotel. We are planning to return & will try a pool villa next time.

Thailand

In the heart of Southeast Asia lies a monarchy that has become a revered touristic gem. The Kingdom of Thailand, or simply Thailand, is the jewel of Indochina and is rich in historical and cultural attractions as well as beautiful landscapes. On top of that, visitors can expect excellent food and warmth and hospitality from the genial locals. If you’re considering an extended stay, navigating the intricacies of the boi work permit might be part of your journey, allowing you to explore this enchanting land more deeply.

There are also numerous celebrations on the Thai calendar and if your visit happens to coincide with these national fetes, you will be treated to opulent displays of this country’s unique religious and cultural heritage. Given Thailand’s magnificent climate and collection of natural features, outdoor activities both in water and on land will appeal to most any tourist here.

Sightseeing and activities

Thailand’s brand of Theravada Buddhism has heavily influenced its culture and this is evident in the many gold-decorated temples or wats that dot the country. These structures are lavishly adorned with curved shapes and shiny materials and really light up the landscape.

The Wat Phra Kaew is the most treasured of these structures and is home to the amazing Emerald Buddha. Wat Pho and Wat Arun are other temples that are worth a visit. Before making for the lush countryside or the scenic beaches you will also want to see the cities of Siam, Ayutthaya and Sukhothai to immerse yourself in this country’s glorious past. The ruins in the city of Si Satchanalai, which is close to Sukhothai, are a treasure for history buffs and the city has thus been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Traipsing about in Thailand’s tropical forests is an invigorating exercise and on visiting either the Khao Yai or the Khao Sok national parks you can get closer to the many wildlife species that this country is home to. While there you will also be treated to the soothing beauty of waterfalls and unique limestone formations.

Thailand’s coastline is replete with scenic beach resorts where thousands of visitors flock every year to escape the daily grind. Among its most visited beach resorts are Ko Lanta, which boasts stretches of fine golden sand, Phuket and Ko Samui. To avoid holiday crowds you could try visiting the more isolated Ko Kut though you may find it a little challenging to explore. This locale is also ideal for scuba diving if you are so inclined, though it is far from the only spot where you can dive. Ang Thong and the waters off the Similan Islands are also established diver favourites. One of the more recently discovered diving areas with unspoilt reef is the Ko Lipe Island.

Other water sports doable here include snorkelling, surfing and sea canoeing. When you’ve had your fill of water activities you can go ashore for a round of golf on any of Thailand’s 200 plus courses, a number of which have been designed by household names such as Jack Nicklaus.

Events

While Thailand has many holidays and causes for throwing a party, the one most Thais look forward to is the Thai New Year or Songkran which is celebrated every second week of April. It is when the world’s largest water fight takes place and locals prowling the streets with water pistols is a common sight so beware.