As more people seek wellbeing opportunities and foster a deeper connection to nature, the demand for retreats offering comprehensive, holistic experiences is steadily increasing. These retreats offer more than just relaxation; they provide a transformative journey toward sustainable health, inner peace, and profound self-discovery. In this evolving landscape, certain destinations stand out for their exceptional dedication to promoting true wellbeing.

Dharana at Shillim is an award-winning wellbeing retreat nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Sahyadri Mountain range of Maharashtra, just a 3-hour drive from Mumbai. The property offers unique wellbeing programmes that guide one towards deeper self-discovery and sustainable health practices, Healing Spaces that are mindfully designed to connect with nature and create a harmonious and peaceful environment conducive to inner healing, Wholesome Nourishment with nutritionally balanced dishes rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, they are designed to nourish and feed your body, mind, and soul and Dincharya, or daily routine, which is prescribed by doctors and specialists to restore balance to the body and mind.

Dharana’s Wellbeing Programmes include:

1. Detox & Cleanse:

* Dharana Ayurvedic Panchakarma: A holistic detoxification programme recommended for physical restoration and emotional balance utilising Ayurvedic techniques to balance doshas, enhance digestive fire, cleanse the blood and lymphatic systems, and promote overall health. The process is tailored to the guest’s needs and aims to expel toxins physically and psychologically.

* Dharana Art of Detox: Is a gentle yet effective deep cleanse that focuses on purifying the body and mind through various detoxification methods and individualised care. Post an evaluation and analysis of the levels of Oxidative Stress and aggregated toxins in the body (using non-invasive testing methods), our in-house experts offer remedial measures.

2. Fitness & Weight Management:

* Dharana Sustainable Weight Management: Helps guests achieve and maintain ideal body weight through metabolic function correction, yoga, and meditation. It emphasises sustainable habits, reduced lethargy, enhanced muscle mass, and overall vibrancy.

* Dharana Fitness Focus: Targets physical fitness through individualised exercise regimens, dietary adjustments, and mental wellbeing practices. The exercise includes everything from hiking through the beautiful surroundings of Shillim to Aqua Yoga, Pilates and Iyengar Yoga. A postural analysis by the in-house Physiotherapy expert will help you implement corrective measures that enhance your physical performance in a non-aggressive manner.

3. De-Stress:

* Dharana Rest & Revive: Aimed at emotional balance and tranquillity, this programme incorporates ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and contemporary practices and delivers relaxation and rejuvenation hand-in-hand. It’s ideal for anyone who wants to learn about both anxiety and emotional management. An integrative holistic programme works with the gut-brain axis to rekindle your inner energy and optimise gut health. Learn remedial treatments and varying therapies to help you de-stress and improve sleep quality.

* Dharana Mental Resilience Retreat: The programme teaches resilience techniques to balance, ground and calm an overwhelmed mind and help alleviate anxiety, depression, chronic psychological ailments, phobias or post-traumatic stress. Expel cumulative stress hormones such as cortisol by adopting eliminative therapies, enhance endorphins by rediscovering your inner joy, peace and follow a harmonious circadian rhythm to balance crucial melatonin levels for better sleep.

* Dharana Yogic Path: In line with authentic Indian traditions, the intent is centred around spiritual harmony and improving mind-body coordination whilst coming into mindfulness. Our 8-fold Yogic approach includes Yama (your moral code), Niyama (personal discipline), Asana (yoga postures), Pranayama (control of breath), Prathyahara (the withdrawal of senses), Dharana (concentration/mindfulness), Dhyana (Meditation) and, finally – Samadhi – the ultimate state of self-realisation and salvation.

4. Specialised Focus:

* Dharana Age Rejuvenation Retreat: Offers holistic longevity solutions, this youth-preserving programme is designed to boost energy, enhance collagen, optimise cellular regeneration and tissue repair, and support immunity.

* Dharana Immunity Rasayana Retreat: Focuses on boosting immunity and overall health through individualised treatments and lifestyle adjustments. This anti-ageing programme strengthens your defences, supports your adrenal glands, treats recurrent allergies and infections, improves your metabolic age and helps to regenerate cells and enhance your vigour.

5. Individualised Programmes:

* Dharana Holistic Healing: Individualised wellbeing programmes to one’s needs, combining various therapies and consultations to address specific health concerns, from fatigue, migraines, asthma, sinusitis, stress headaches and liver and endocrine disorders to diabetes, obesity, thyroid issues, hypertension, heart disease and stress. Return home armed with holistic living tips feeling inspired, and full of vigour.

6. Short Stay Programmes:

* Dharana Essence of Wellbeing: Provides a brief yet comprehensive wellbeing experience, incorporating various elements from the other programmes to offer a holistic health boost. The guests can participate in Dharana’s daily wellbeing and learning calendar, including yoga, meditation, sound healing, hiking trails and our culinary studio. The programme also includes a 30-minute balancing reflexology treatment during the stay

Dharana at Shillim believes in an individualised approach to wellbeing through its five pathways encompassed Healing Nutrition, Physical Restoration, Emotional Balance and Spiritual Harmony. The property offers comprehensive programmes that include meals, accommodation, treatments, activities, and more.

For More Information: https://www.dharanaretreat.com/