Imagine waking up to the sound of a sea breeze moving through coconut palms right outside your room… practicing yoga at sunrise on our open jungle yoga shala deck… hearing nothing but the sounds of local wildlife and singing birds and catching your first waves on the perfect tropical bay of Hiriketiya. Here at The Salty Pelican is a place to be happy... A place to feel like your own... a place to feel like home... it’s an entire experience consisting of everything we love: surf, yoga, sun, sea, salt, adventures, great people and good vibes. So kick-up your feet at our poolside cafe... grab a cold sangria and really enjoy this amazing place. Life is just that easy at The Salty Pelican.... Experience revitalising & dynamic yoga sequences in the morning followed by afternoon meditation sessions and gentle afternoon classes of restorative Yin yoga.. A team of certified instructors who follow a very unique approach in teaching will make sure that you learn the proper techniques, ride the waves and have loads of fun whilst perfecting it. We try to balance a lively atmosphere at The Salty Pelican with comfort and a good night's sleep....
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Balance and Restore Package - 11 days - Sri Lanka
About your location
Itinerary
Below is an example of your day:
07:00 Wake up
07:30 Morning yoga with meditation
09:30 Healthy a la carte breakfast at The Salty Pelican
10:00 Surf lessons are scheduled daily between 10:00-16:00 (depending on season and conditions). Surf lessons are an optional activity and are not included in the package.
11:00 Functional movement yoga (class structure varies each session)
13:00 Free time to explore
16:30 Yin Yoga class & Meditation
19:00 Group dinner
Please note that times do vary sometimes depending on weather, tides and seasons.
Yoga
We offer up to 17 yoga classes per week, blending Hatha Flow, Yin, and Functional Movement sessions to create variety and balance in your practice. Our 11-day Balance & Restore Package is designed for all levels, enhancing flexibility, strength, and mindfulness in our jungle-surrounded yoga shala. Please note, yoga is not scheduled on Mondays or Thursday afternoons, allowing time for alternative experiences like an elephant safari tour or a traditional Sri Lankan cooking class.
Morning Hatha Flow Yoga
Begin your day with invigorating Morning Hatha Flow Yoga in our jungle-immersed yoga shala. Led by our expert instructors, these sessions will improve your strength, flexibility, and mental focus. All levels are welcome and no prior experience is required.
Functional Movement Yoga
Our Functional Movement Yoga classes, scheduled throughout the week, are designed to enhance mobility, strength, and injury prevention. These dynamic sessions incorporate mobility drills, breathwork, and strength-based movements to complement both yoga and surf training. Whether you're looking to improve balance, prevent injuries, or refine body awareness, these classes provide a well-rounded approach to movement and flexibility.
Afternoon Yin Yoga
Experience soothing outdoor Afternoon Yin Yoga. We'll guide you through deep, floor-level postures held for 2-5 minutes, enhancing flexibility and healing energy. All levels are welcome and no prior experience is required.
Sunday Arrivals
If your arrival day falls on a Sunday, your first yoga class is scheduled on that afternoon between the starting time between 15:00 - 17:00 usually. If you miss this class, your first yoga class will commence on Tuesday morning, as there is no yoga classes scheduled all day on Monday.
Wellness & SPA
Upon arrival, you can schedule soothing treatments and massages in our peaceful garden spa. Enjoy three 50-minute massages and three body treatments included in your package. These massages & treatments will help you unwind and find balance after a day of surfing and exploration. You'll find these massages & treatments to be pure heaven!
What's Included
- 10 nights accommodation
- Daily a la carte Breakfast
- up to 17 yoga classes per week (excluding Mondays)
- Meditation incorporated into classes
- 2x 50 min. full body oil massage
- 1x 50 min. deep tissue massage
- 1x body salt scrub
- 1x 20 min. head massage
- 1x 20 min. relaxing foot massage
- 1 welcome drink
- Traditional Sri Lankan hoppers dinner
- 1 Ayurvedic BBQ group dinner
- 1 Ayurvedic Curry & Rice group dinner
- 1 Seafood & Veggie BBQ dinner
- 10 days of premium surfboard rental (except on departure day)
- All yoga mats equipment provided
- Complimentary cold & filtered drinking water
- Free time to explore National Parks
- Free WiFi
What’s included?
Accommodation
Our 10-night packages include either a comfy custom-designed bunk bed with personal amenities like USB charging points, reading light, shelf and lockable space or private superior double room. You can choose either Premium shared room (8-beds), Female Only Premium shared room (8-beds), or Superior ensuite double room** All rooms have ensuite bathrooms.
** Based on double occupance only.
Local transport
Colombo International Airport Transfers
We can organise private airport transfers (to be paid locally) that takes about 3 hours to reach The Salty Pelican. When you choose to arrive by bus to Hiriketiya, you can catch a bus from Katunayake bus stop (airport) to Colombo Fort station. From here, Super Luxury (Express) Coach are about triple the price of a normal local bus but are air-conditioned and will allow your large suitcase on. It is also the only bus allowed on the Expressways. Book COLOMBO - KATARAGAMA bus route and disembark at DIKWELLA stop.
Meals
Enjoy daily a la carte breakfast served at our poolside restaurant including fresh fruit platters, power boosting avocado & beetroot hummus toast, banana french toast, benedict hoppers, chia & cashew granola and more. With a focus on shared plates and communal dining, you’re going to love every moment here at The Salty Pelican. Join us for a variety of evening activities during the week, from the Traditional Sri Lankan hoppers dinner on Mondays to the Ayurvedic BBQ on Wednesdays, to the Ayurvedic Curry & Rice on Fridays, to the Seafood & Veggie BBQ on Sundays, all created to promote community and guest connections. Please note that festive dinners, such as Christmas and New Year’s Eve, are not included in the scheduled group dinners and are available at an additional cost.
Mere information
Enjoy daily a la carte breakfast served at our poolside restaurant including fresh fruit platters, power boosting avocado & beetroot hummus toast, banana french toast, benedict hoppers, chia & cashew granola and more. With a focus on shared plates and communal dining, you’re going to love every moment here at The Salty Pelican. Join us for a variety of evening activities during the week, from the Traditional Sri Lankan hoppers dinner on Mondays to the Ayurvedic BBQ on Wednesdays, to the Ayurvedic Curry & Rice on Fridays, to the Seafood & Veggie BBQ on Sundays, all created to promote community and guest connections. Please note that festive dinners, such as Christmas and New Year’s Eve, are not included in the scheduled group dinners and are available at an additional cost.