Experience the serene beauty and rich culture of Sri Lanka with a Feast Retreat hosted at the historic Kandy House, a boutique hotel just outside Kandy. Combining luxury, heritage, and the lush natural surroundings of the Sri Lankan highlands, this retreat offers a unique opportunity for leadership teams to reconnect, realign, and rejuvenate. With options to explore coastal properties and other stunning locations across the island, Feast Retreats ensures every experience is tailored to your team’s goals.

Accommodation

The Kandy House, a lovingly restored ancestral manor, offers a blend of colonial elegance and modern luxury. With its tranquil gardens, infinity pool, and warm Sri Lankan hospitality, this boutique retreat provides the perfect escape for deep reflection and team collaboration.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Cultural Immersion

• Afternoon Arrival: Arrive at the Kandy House and unwind with welcome drinks on the verandah, soaking in the serene surroundings.

• Guided Nature Walk: Begin your retreat with a peaceful walk through the lush highlands, exploring the local flora and fauna while engaging in team reflections and casual discussions.

• Traditional Sri Lankan Dinner: Enjoy an authentic dinner prepared by the Kandy House’s expert chefs, introducing the team to the vibrant flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine.

Day 2: Culinary and Wellness Exploration

• Morning Cooking Demonstration: Participate in a hands-on cooking session with a local chef, learning to create iconic Sri Lankan dishes while fostering teamwork and creativity.

• Leadership Workshop in the Gardens: Engage in a facilitated session tailored to your team’s objectives, held in the calming environment of the Kandy House’s tropical gardens.

• Ayurvedic Wellness Treatments: Rejuvenate with customised Ayurvedic treatments designed to restore balance and enhance focus, offering a moment of personal reflection for each participant.

• Evening Fireside Dialogue: Gather for a guided conversation to synthesise learnings, deepen trust, and align on team goals under the starry Sri Lankan sky.

Day 3: Closing and Commitments

• Morning Tea Estate Tour: Explore a nearby tea plantation to learn about Sri Lanka’s iconic tea-making process, using the experience as a metaphor for patience, quality, and collaboration in leadership.

• Final Workshop: Cement key takeaways in a closing session focused on actionable goals and strategies for the team’s future.

• Farewell Brunch: Share a celebratory meal featuring local delicacies before departing, leaving the team inspired and aligned.

Tailored to Your Team

While this itinerary showcases the Kandy House, Feast Retreats collaborates with exceptional coastal properties and other handpicked locations across Sri Lanka. From the golden beaches of the south to the lush highlands of the interior, each retreat is designed to deliver meaningful outcomes through immersive cultural experiences, expert facilitation, and unparalleled settings.