Transformational Retreat for Women in Sri Lanka 2025 | Sleeping Elephant
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Transformational Retreat for Women in Sri Lanka

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27. 10. – 9. 11. 2025
Maria Netera

Feeling your soul’s call for change? This profound transformational retreat is more than just a vacation—it’s a homecoming to yourself.

We have created a safe space for you in the picturesque setting of Sri Lanka, where you can break free from limiting beliefs and forge a deep connection with your body, mind, and soul.

Dates: October 27 – November 9, 2025 (14 days / 12 nights)
Lecturer: Maria Netera
Price: 55,500 CZK per person

What to expect on the retreat?

  • Holistic work with body, emotions, and energy: Experience holistic guidance and a profound connection with yourself.
  • Embracing feminine energy: Connect with your own cyclical nature, intuition, and creative power through mindful movement and gentle breathing techniques.
  • Transformational meditations and rituals: Overcome old patterns and connect with your inner wisdom in a circle of like-minded women.
  • A safe space for sharing: We will create an atmosphere of trust, respect, and mutual inspiration.
  • Nature experiences: A group catamaran trip on the lagoon to observe the exotic nature is included.
  • Relaxation and regeneration: A 30-minute relaxing massage is included for your complete relaxation.

Your Guide: Maria Netera

Maria will guide you through the retreat with love and respect for your journey. Her goal is to create a safe and supportive space where every woman can let go of her masks and connect with her inner essence and strength. You can find more information on her website.

Accommodation and Meals

  • Accommodation: 12 nights are provided at our Sleeping Elephant resort, which will be exclusively reserved for the retreat participants.
  • Meals: The price includes half board (breakfast and dinner) and drinking water throughout your stay.

Included in the price:

  • Round-trip flights.
  • 12 nights of accommodation at Sleeping Elephant resort.
  • Half board including drinking water.
  • Transfer from and to the airport (for the whole group at once).
  • The complete retreat program (meditations, rituals, workshops).
  • Catamaran trip on the lagoon.
  • A 30-minute massage.

What is not included:

  • Travel insurance.
  • Lunches and other beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic, except for water).
  • Optional excursions (e.g., Dondra temples, turtle watching – price approx. €30-50 depending on choice).

Booking and Information:

Space is limited to 16 women. To reserve your spot or for more information, please contact the organizer directly.

🌴 Remember your sacred essence in the magical setting of Sri Lanka.

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Ta
1 days ago
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Outstanding experience! We've spend a lot of time here, actually it was third time for. I really enjoy this place and it is a pleasure to come back. Resort itself is very calming and charming. All rooms are designed in every detail, pool and restaurant are always very clean, beach is so amazing, just few steps from your room. Staff is unbeliavable. Everyone is very nice and thoughtful, since the moment you arrive. Housekeeper asks every day if you like to get your room cleaned, restaurant staff are very nice and professional and managers are so lovely and always ready to help- thank you Diana and Simona and your team!! Kitchen is ohhh so delicious!! Dont miss their Sri Lankan ricr and curry. Place is very quiet, nobody and nothing around you, perfect for relaxing. But still a lot of activites around here- just take scooter or tuktuk. Absolutely recommended for families, couples, friends group. They are ready for all.
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2 days ago
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The worst hospitality experience we have ever had. We travel a lot as a family and have never encountered such a lack of hospitality in a hotel. From the moment we arrived, while we were carrying our luggage and our children were also carrying their bags, the host didn't even offer the slightest assistance. The same scenario played out on departure: no one came out to help us with our luggage, escort us, or even simply say goodbye. At this point, it's no longer a question of hospitality style or personality; it's a basic lack of courtesy towards guests. Several inappropriate attitudes and remarks during our stay only confirmed this impression. This also echoed a previous review that already mentioned similar issues: we clearly should have paid more attention before booking. The overall atmosphere was also very peculiar. We regularly saw the European owners socializing with the few European guests, while the Sri Lankan staff worked around them and provided service. The restaurant prices are displayed in euros rather than Sri Lankan rupees. This practice, in a Sri Lankan establishment, deeply disturbed us. As for the services, they fall far short of justifying the prices: power outages, mediocre equipment and facilities, and an expensive restaurant for what it offers. The tropical setting and oceanfront pool are pleasant, but they don't make up for the rest. After three weeks traveling around Sri Lanka and numerous family trips around the world, Sleeping Elephant remains by far our worst hospitality experience.

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Such a relaxing stay! We stayed for a week and I really don't have much negative to say, except that the restaurant and massage prices are excessive, whereas if you walk 500 meters you can find much cheaper restaurants and massages! Otherwise, the hotel is clean and beautiful, the pool is so lovely, and there are few rooms so it's not crowded. The beach is beautiful, but it's difficult to swim there. The hotel is far from town, so if you want to get around you have to take either a scooter or a tuk-tuk. The people who run the hotel are very kind and attentive.

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Verena Braun
2 days ago
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We spent four nights here and enjoyed our stay very much 🙂 The room was really nice, comfortable and spacious so we felt right at home. The owners were always at our deposal and we felt very much cared for during our stay. They even came to us during breakfast, asking how we were and if we needed any recommendations. Moreover, they did our laundry within half a day and arranged a massage appointment nearby when their masseuse wasn’t available. The location is a bit off the beaten track so I would recommend renting a scooter if you want to explore the surroundings because near the hotel there isn’t much to do. If we should ever travel to the Tangalle region again, we would definitely stay there again 🤩
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Petra Pilařová
5 days ago
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Thank you for wonderful meal buffet made for my group of 20 women. Service, food, drinks - all was excellent and I am thankful for the manager support Simona and chef Ravi. We come again! I recommend to all the travellers to visit this beautiful resort.
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Lucie Svobodová
6 days ago
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Excellent food that you can enjoy on the terrace in the beautiful garden and you can jump to the magical beach on the Indian Ocean coast. The organization of the restaurant shows Czech influence, you won't wait long for your dinner. :) I didn't use the accommodation, I can't judge.

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Rebecca
6 days ago
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A beautiful, peaceful and unique place to stay – one of the highlights of our time in Sri Lanka ☺The setting was absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. We loved being surrounded by nature and the whole place felt very special and relaxing. The accommodation was comfortable and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. ☹There was very little we didn’t like. The location is quite remote, so getting around can take a little planning, but this was also part of its charm.
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Katarína Gulánová
7 days ago
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Best holiday ever ! Strongly recommend to everyone 🥰 special thanks to two beautiful ladies /staff ,who are rly helpful and friendly 🌈❤️
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Marie Sofronová
7 days ago
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We had dinner at this resort twice during our vacation. It is a wonderful place with an excellent atmosphere, cuisine and friendly staff. Great satisfaction

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Alexander
8 days ago
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Simply dreamy – highly recommended! ☺ We had a truly wonderful stay there. The resort is simply top-notch. The location right on the beach, the peace and quiet, the atmosphere, the staff, and the food all absolutely delighted us. The food was truly first-class. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with great care. If you're looking for a quiet and relaxing vacation away from the hustle and bustle, this is the perfect place. That's exactly what we were looking for and thoroughly enjoyed. A very special thank you goes to Simona and her entire team. We have rarely experienced such an incredibly friendly, warm, and helpful team. You feel welcome and truly well cared for from the very first moment. The service was simply outstanding. We even spontaneously extended our stay by two nights because we enjoyed it so much. I think that says it all. Many thanks to Simona and the entire team for this wonderful time! We would love to come back and can wholeheartedly recommend the Sleeping Elephant Beach Resort. ☹Nothing

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Mary
8 days ago
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☺What a beautiful place with an amazing staff. The sleeping elephant is at an really stunning location, from the moment I made my reservation everything was arranged for me. Pick up from the airport, day trips etc. It really made my stay to a full relaxing experience. The houses are beautiful and very clean, there is direct access to the beach and the restaurant serves good food. This is a place to come back to again and again...
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The worst hospitality experience ☺ The worst hospitality experience of all our travels. From the moment we arrived, the management's welcome was cold and distant, and we felt increasingly uncomfortable and unwelcome as our stay progressed. Despite the kindness of the Sri Lankan staff, the expensive and disappointing food, along with the inadequate maintenance, were absolutely not commensurate with the prices charged. The most telling moment was our departure: no help with our luggage, no assistance, not even a goodbye. We were genuinely relieved to leave and will never return.

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Jean Luc (Franklin)
18 days ago
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I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, mainly thanks to the setting and the peaceful atmosphere. The property is lovely, well-maintained, and very quiet. It wasn't crowded during my stay, which really allowed me to enjoy the place and relax. The staff was also very kind, welcoming, and helpful. The room was large and spacious, as was the bathroom. It had air conditioning, a fan, and a refrigerator. Housekeeping was done almost every day, which was much appreciated. Special mention goes to the Wi-Fi: it worked perfectly! I didn't encounter any problems at all during my stay, and it was one of the best Wi-Fi connections I've had in a hotel during my travels. At night, you can hear the sound of the waves from the room, which is particularly pleasant. You can also sometimes see monkeys wandering around the hotel grounds. It's fun to watch, but remember to keep your room doors closed, especially at night, to prevent them from paying you a visit! The beach is directly accessible from the hotel and was always deserted during my stay. It's really lovely for enjoying the peace and quiet and the surroundings. Be careful of the waves, though, as they can be quite strong. Don't let children swim there alone, and even as an adult, it's best to know your limits. If in doubt, just stay at the shore. Breakfast is decent. The hotel is also well-equipped and offers several handy amenities to make your stay easier, including foot baths and clotheslines. There's also a small yoga and relaxation area with a few mats, a jump rope, and two weights for those who want to exercise. Parking is available, which is very convenient if you're renting a car. The staff can also advise you on activities in the area and give you various recommendations. I didn't try the restaurant because I found the prices, listed in euros, far too high compared to what you can find in the area. I also didn't try the spa: the prices seemed significantly higher than what I'd seen elsewhere in the region. It cost around US$20 for 30 minutes and US$40 for an hour. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay. It's a great place if you're primarily looking for peace, quiet, and a beautiful setting. However, it's worth noting that the hotel is a bit out of the way. If you don't have a car, you'll need to take a taxi or tuk-tuk to get around. There are a few restaurants and spas nearby, but it takes about 20 minutes to reach the city. A great place to relax and enjoy a peaceful stay, with the added bonus of having a beach directly accessible from the hotel.

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Manon
19 days ago
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Very pleasant. ☺ We stayed for a week to finish our 3-week trip to Sri Lanka and frankly, it was fantastic. The hotel has a peaceful atmosphere, there aren't many rooms (5), so it's not crowded and you can relax. The pool is clean and everything is very well maintained! The staff is great! The room is spacious with air conditioning, hot water, and very good Wi-Fi! The beach is nice, but be prepared for some rough swimming! ☹ The prices at the restaurant and spa are far too high, whereas if you walk a few meters outside, you can eat for much less and get a massage for less (half the price).

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Christian
30 days ago
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Everything was great and very pleasant 👍. I'd gladly come again.

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Birgit Faes
30 days ago
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I can only give a restaurant review, as we ate there for dinner. Since we were on this beach during the low season and only a few hotels with their restaurants were open, we ate there once. The prices are listed in euros, and I found them very high. For me, the food wasn't good value for money. However, if you're staying at the hotel, half-board is probably included, as the other restaurant guests didn't order anything from the menu. On a positive note, we appreciated the friendly way the staff treated the dogs, who were allowed in the restaurant and even stepped over them – very nice.

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CR
30 days ago
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A beautifully furnished beach resort. The houses are lovely and the location is absolutely fantastic. The hotel management comes every evening and takes care of everything. They are very attentive. I would definitely come back.

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David
31 days ago
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Beachfront retreat close to Tangalle ☺Quiet location on a beautiful beach. The grounds and villa were immaculate and the pool and restaurant ideal to relax and enjoy the sound of the crashing waves. With 5 units and max of 16 guests it feels like a very exclusive complex away from the crowds. Perfect base to enjoy the southern coast and Yala ☹Nothing!
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