Read on for highlights and snapshots of our journey. Scroll down to add your name to the Interest list, and we’ll send you the final itinerary and notify you as soon as registration opens.
Join Us for a Transformational Journey through Sri Lanka
Rooted in Presence
Aligned with Nature
Guided by Spirit*
Discover Sri Lanka with John & Shanna
December 1-11,2026
$4,250–shared room
$6,500–private room
Join our virtual Sri Lanka Retreat Q&A on Zoom on March 31, 5–6 PM PDT. Click the button above to add your name to the interest list and we’ll email you the Zoom link.
*All accommodations and the itinerary are subject to change.
Registration opens in April
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Save My PlaceAbout the Retreat
A Journey into Stillness and Wonder
Over eleven days in Sri Lanka, we will move from ocean to mountain to sea, practicing yoga and meditation in sacred spaces, walking ancient temple grounds, and immersing ourselves in the rhythms of a culture deeply rooted in devotion.
This retreat is designed to create spaciousness — space to listen inwardly, reconnect with nature, and align with the quiet guidance of spirit.
Join our Sri Lanka Q&A on Zoom on March 31 from 5–6 PM PDT. Add your name to the interest list and we’ll email you the Zoom link.
Click HereWhat's Included?*
10 nights’ accommodation in carefully selected boutique and luxury resorts across Sri Lanka
Airport arrival transfer and departure transfer
All ground transportation throughout the retreat
Scenic train journey through Sri Lanka’s hill country (Kandy to Ella)
Daily yoga, meditation, and mindful movement sessions
Guided cultural and spiritual experiences
Visit to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy
Hands-on jewelry making workshop with local artisans
Visit to the Elephant Freedom Project with lunch
Madu Ganga mangrove river safari
Snorkeling experience at Hikkaduwa coral reef
Cultural dance performance in Kandy
Opening welcome dinner and closing celebration dinner
Several group lunches throughout the journey
Guided retreat facilitation and group circles
All retreat activities listed in the itinerary
Hotel Videos
For our upcoming trip, we’ve selected some wonderful hotels in Sri Lanka. Watch the videos below to get an idea of what to expect. Videos begin in the upper left, moving left to right.
- Jetwing Beach — 5-star beachfront hotel in Negombo, Sri Lanka
- The Golden Crown Hotel — offering beautiful views in Kandy, Sri Lanka’s hill country
- Ella Flower Garden Resort — welcome to heaven on earth in Ella, Sri Lanka
- Vivanta by Taj Bentota — a beautiful beachfront resort overlooking the Indian Ocean
*All accommodations and the itinerary are subject to change.
Book now to secure your spot
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Reserve NowJourney Highlights
Negombo — Arrival & Soft Landing
Our journey begins in Negombo, where ocean breezes welcome us into the gentle cadence of island life.
Here we gather for:
- A mindful welcome circle
- Daily yoga and Yoga Nidra
- Meditation by the sea
- Time to rest and acclimate
- Negombo offers a soft entry — an opportunity to exhale, ground, and arrive fully.
Kandy — Sacred Heart of Sri Lanka
From the coast, we travel inland to the sacred city of Kandy, nestled among lush hills.
In this spiritual center, devotion and stillness come alive.
Our days here include:
- Visits to Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
- Pilgrimage to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Forest monastery walks and hidden sanctuaries
- Cultural encounters and artisan workshops
- Daily yoga, meditation, and Yoga Nidra
There will be time for journaling, reflection, and integration — allowing the beauty of Sri Lanka’s sacred traditions to deepen your own inner listening.
Elephant Freedom Project — Compassion in Action
We will spend a day at the Elephant Freedom Project (Kegalle) — an ethical sanctuary where elephants live free from chains and riding. Here, we connect with these magnificent beings in a mindful, compassionate way — honoring their dignity and spirit.
This experience is not performance or spectacle — it is presence.
Bentota — Ocean & Integration
From the mountains, we journey back to the sea — to the turquoise waters of Bentota.
This is our time of surrender and flow.
In Bentota, we will:
- Practice yoga by the ocean
- Snorkel coral reefs
- Explore mangrove rivers alive with birdsong
- Enjoy Ayurvedic massage and ocean swims
- Gather for integration circles
- Close with a celebration under the stars
Bentota invites spaciousness — a soft unfolding and gentle completion.
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Save My SpaceMeet Your Hosts: Shanna & John
John Vosler
John Vosler’s passion is providing education on how thoughts, emotions, and physical beings are connected.
As an energetic bodyworker for more than 25 years, John is able to assess each client and determine the best modality or combination of modalities to help them connect with their divine consciousness and inner healer.
Through meditation, movement, holistic bodywork, and Conscious Coaching, John’s Los Angeles-based wellness practice has empowered countless clients to improve their lives. Executives, athletes, celebrities, busy moms, and burnt-out professionals are attracted to his intuitive awareness and vast knowledge of the science of meditation. And, his infectious humor and compassionate heart make working with him a joy-filled experience.
Shanna Hughes
Shanna Hughes is a certified yoga therapist (IAYT) dedicated to supporting physical, mental, and emotional well-being through yoga, breath-work, mindfulness, and meditation. A faculty member in the USC Yoga and the Healing Sciences program, she specializes in gentle and adaptive practices, including chair yoga and iRest® Yoga Nidra, to make yoga accessible for all.
Her work is deeply shaped by over 15 years of study in Kashmir, India, under Swami Lakshmanjoo, exploring the non-dual philosophy of Kashmir Shaivism. She also leads retreats in Bali and Kashmir, creating transformative experiences for students to deepen their practice in inspiring settings. With compassion and clarity, Shanna helps people connect with their inner strength, balance, and self-awareness.
Sri Lanka is a place where the ocean softens your edges, the temples quiet your mind, and the lush green hills remind you how to breathe again.
More About the Sri Lanka Retreat
This retreat invites you into a journey of presence, connection, and inner alignment while exploring the beauty and spiritual heritage of Sri Lanka.
Over 11 days, you will travel from the coastal shores of Negombo, to the sacred city of Kandy, through the misty mountains of Ella, and finally to the tropical beaches of Bentota.
Each destination has been intentionally chosen to support a deeper connection with nature, culture, and your inner landscape.
Daily Elemental Practices
Each day begins with gentle yoga, meditation, or breath-centered movement, helping you connect with your body and the natural rhythms of the island.
Morning practices may take place in peaceful indoor spaces or outdoors surrounded by tropical landscapes. Evening sessions such as Yoga Nidra and guided integration circles support deep rest and reflection after a day of exploration.
These daily practices are designed to help you cultivate presence, clarity, and inner balance throughout the retreat.
Nature Immersion
Sri Lanka offers some of the most diverse landscapes in the world, and this retreat allows you to experience them deeply.
You will journey through lush mountains, sacred temples, tropical forests, rivers, and coral reefs.
Soulful Eco-Luxury Accommodations
Throughout the retreat you will stay in a selection of beautiful eco-conscious resorts and boutique hotels that reflect the spirit of Sri Lanka.
These properties offer peaceful surroundings, comfortable rooms, and access to nature while maintaining high hospitality standards.
Ceremonies
During the journey you will take part in intentional group gatherings and sacred moments, including:
- Opening welcome circle
- Spiritual temples visit and meditation in Kandy
- Evening reflection and integration circles
- Closing intention-setting ritual and celebration dinner
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Experience Sri Lanka with John & Shanna
Add your name to the Interest List here. Also,mark your calendar for our virtual Sri Lanka Retreat Q&A on March 31, 5–6 PM PDT. We’ll email you the Zoom link once you sign up.
Here on this sacred island, your story will be welcomed.
Your quiet will be honored.
Your presence will be enough.
Held by ocean, temples, and kindred travelers, you will not be alone.
In Sri Lanka’s rhythm, you will remember your wholeness.
