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Below this edit is my review from 6 years ago and I have since returned to AyurVAID Kalmatia, however this time with a medical condition.

From the first online consultation with Dr Bhagya Lakshmi before leaving Australia to the very last minute of our stay, the experience has been nothing short of exceptional.

My visit was specifically for a recently diagnosed Vestibular Schwannoma (A tumour on the fascial and audible nerve near the brain) which Dr Lakshmi approached with such a gentle kindness in a completely professional and well considered manner. I had complete confidence, her treatment plan and future follow up plan were well researched and demonstrated a depth of knowledge and understanding as well as a genuine care and sensitivity to my concerns.

This review is long as I cannot express how wonderful the experience has been in fewer words, all thanks to the the entire team, they are incredible! Everyone behind the scenes including the wonderful chef and kitchen staff who cook the most delicious vegetarian food and were kind enough to share their recipes; to the therapists; Pooja, Sunita, Gita and Meenakshi who were so lovely and caring and highly proficient with the treatments to Pritam and Sunil who are so kind and cheerful, ensuring we had all our meals at what ever time suited, herbal tea on call and stoked our fire for us so our room was kept cosy and warm.

Pooja ji runs the place like a seamless, well oiled machine, she is a beam of light, I can’t thank her enough for her kindness, attentiveness and great sense of humour, she is an absolute gem for whom nothing is too much trouble.

Last but not least, Akhilesh our Yoga & Meditation Guru was amazing and so inspiring! He clearly understood our individual needs and taught healing yoga and meditation techniques that have set me on my path and love of yoga.

For the many health issues that we experience from our modern day lifestyles in the West, I can not recommend Kalmatia AyurVAID highly enough for a truly authentic Ayurvedic treatment program in the most stunning natural environment with the healing energy of the Himalayas.

I look forward to doing the full 14 day Panchakarma next year and annually for many years to come.

Thank you 🙏🏼

Our stay at Kalmatia Ayurvaid was really beautiful. The location of course is stunning and the natural surrounds conducive to healing, relaxation and rejuvenation.

My visit was entirely for relaxation and rejuvenation, I had no specific medical complaints so my review is based on my experience. Dr Nair and his wife were extremely attentive and sincere in their approach. The treatments were specific to my constitution and needs and were carried out with knowledge, experience and care.

For those suffering stress and exhaustion or burn out, I think the combination of the environment and the people is the ideal retreat. For serious medical complaints the concept of healing at a cellular level through a complete detox and rebalance of the natural state of the body mind and spirit can only be good.

The rooms are basic but very comfortable with a beautiful outlook. The food is delicious. An Ayurvedic menu to suit specific body types would be a welcome improvement. I think there are some other improvements that are already taking place that will only enhance the experience.

Staff are friendly and nothing is too much trouble.

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and plan on doing the full Panchakama program at some time in the future.
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and plan on doing the full Panchakama program at some time in the future.