Dharana at Shillim is a conscious wellness retreat hidden in the beautiful Sahyadri mountain range comprising 2,500 acres of pristine forest in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. With a rich biodiversity and ancient healing energy, this retreat is a paradise to anyone in need of balance, renewal, and a stronger sense of self. The philosophy of wellness in Dharana is based on the combination of modern diagnostics and ancient healing techniques, where you will find individual programs developed by professional doctors and therapists to help you reach the path to healthy living and mindfulness.
Luxury eco-villas, customized nutrition, daily wellness practices, and all other aspects of Dharana are designed to facilitate sustainable change. Their farm-to-table food is based on the Ayurvedic knowledge of food, and it is cooked with seasonal vegetables and herbs that are medicinal in nature to nourish and heal internally. There is also yoga, meditation, nature trails, sound healing and many more- all aimed at getting mind, body and spirit back in line. Dharana at Shillim is not a place, it is a lifestyle that keeps going long after you leave.
Highlights
- Nestled within the tranquil Sahyadri Mountains in Maharashtra, India, Dharana retreat spans an extraordinary 2,500 acres of pristine wilderness within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Western Ghats, one of the world’s hottest hotspots of biological diversity and home to over 325 globally threatened species, adding a unique dimension to our retreat experience.
- It is the first step in your path to conscious being by adopting a personalised wellbeing programme by Dharana, the dream of our doctors and specialists to provide their expertise and experience in helping you achieve your unique health objectives. These programmes leave you with a fresh perspective, new knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose.
- Dharana believe natural foods with medicinal properties promote inner healing and energies you.
- That’s why its farm-to-table approach features fresh, seasonal ingredients, sacred herbs, and generational wisdom, ensuring nourishment for your wellbeing.
- Dharana at Shillim is more than a retreat; it’s a transformative journey where wellbeing is a way of life.
Package Cost:
Winter Rates from 16 June till 15 August 2025 and 01 October 2025 till 31 March 2026
Room Category: Hill Side (Min Length of stay -3-4 days)
- For Single- Price Starting from AED 1599 per night
- For Double- Price Starting from AED 2199 per night
Room Category: Forest Villa (Min Length of stay -3-4 days)
- For Single- Price Starting from AED 2199 per night
- Double- Price Starting at AED 2799 per night
Package Inclusions:
- Luxurious accommodation in one of room category.
- Three wholesome, nourishing meals a day from a choice of set menu at Ojas per day (excluding drinks).
- Arrival wellness consultation and screening
- An average of one private treatment/session per night per guest.
- Stay refreshed throughout your stay with our reusable water bottles, minimizing plastic waste and aligning with our commitment to sustainable practices.
- Retreat clothes during retreat (white cotton kurta), shoes, summer and winter accoutrements on demand
- Daily use of Physical Restoration Studio and access to all our healing spaces
- Access to Dharana’s wellbeing and learning calendar including yoga, meditations, sound healing, hiking trails and our culinary studio as per Dinacharya.
- Return airport transfers to and from Mumbai / Pune airport is included for guests staying 5 nights or longer
Package Exclusions:
- Return Airfare Charges&Seat Allocation on flight
- Any in-flight meals or in the itinerary above
- Travel Insurance & Visa assistance
- GST, services charges or any city-property taxes
- Early check in or Late check out charges unless mention in the inclusions
- Check In to the hotel is always 1400/1500 hours & Check Out is always 1100/ 1200 Hours.
- Tips for the guide and for the driver
- Entrance fees i.e., not mentioned in the inclusions
- Anything not covered in the section of inclusion
General Guidelines:
- The type of treatments to be administered might depend on the body constitution and needs of the patient.
- All massages and therapies will be attended by male therapists in the case of gentlemen and ladies by the female therapists.
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Note: The rates are available on confirmation basis. The Passport should be valid within 6 Months after the date of travel. The UAE Residence should be at least 06 months during the time of travel. Immigration determines whether visas can be granted.
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