Overview
Languages: Kannada and English
Best Season: October - March
Weather: Summer 22 to 40°C and Winter 12 to 33°C
How to Reach:
By Train
The rail link of Gokarna is connected to the railway station of Margao. However, the nearest major railway station to Gokarna is in Ankola, which is around 20 km away. Once you reach, Ankola, you can rent a private taxi to arrive here.
By Air
Dabolim airport of Goa is the nearest airport to Gokarna, which is 140 km. This airport is well-connected with all the major cities in India and prime international cities in Germany as well as UK. Once at the airport, you can rent a taxi from the airport to Gokarna. Bangalore is another major airport from Gokarna that is 489 km away.
By Bus
Gokarna is easily accessible through KSRTC buses. You can board a bus from Madgaon (125 km), Mangalore (299 km), Dabolim (140 km) and Bangalore (489 km). The other option is of private tourist buses or renting a private cab.
Treatments
Yoga and Meditation
At Swaswara Gokarna, the guests are offered personalized attention from the in-house Yoga coming from different major schools. There is something for all, whether you are new in Yoga or are a serious Yoga lover. Yoga at SwaSwara can provide cure from a number of ailments. The doctors here can also chart-out a therapy program, just for you, keeping in mind your medical history, basic lifestyle and condition. This program includes Pranayama or breath exercises, Ayurvedic massage, Yoga postures, meditations and diet. Asanas or postures coupled Mantras, Dharana or concentration and Pranayama (breathing techniques), lastly lead to state of Dhyana or relaxation and contemplation in meditation. You can even learn to get into a state of deep relaxation, or Yoga Nidra, balancing between wakefulness and sleep.
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Pranayama
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Asanas
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Dhyana
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Karma Yoga
Ayurveda
Ayurveda is a valued branch of science, which finds its root over 5000-years back, keeping its focus on holistic health and bringing-in a harmony between mind, body and soul. Ayurvedic therapies, massages and treatment are a sure-shot cure for a large number of physical, mental as well as emotional ailments including blood pressure, obesity, arthritis and more. This science puts its focus on 5 elements of Universe (Air, Water, Fire, Ether and Air) and combines it 3 Doshas of body- Vata, Pitta and Kapha. At the SwaSwara, Ayurveda teaches you to harmonize with nature while you follow a proper routine, a nutritious diet, learn to manage stress and stay healthy by exercising.
Naturopathy
SwaSwara Gokarna also offers Naturopathy services wherein its basis is to find cure right from the nature coupling it with self-healing with property of human body. Naturopathy includes body-specific diet and various therapies using natural ingredients from nature including mud, sun and air to remove toxins and reconstruct energy.
Programs
The special programs at SwaSwara keep their focus on detoxification and complete cleansing of a person, depending upon a detailed study of the metabolism of body-mind of an individual. At the spacious and serene Ayurveda Shala, highly-skilled therapists offer excellent treatments and massages using natural ingredients, herbs, spices, aromatic oil and more.
Room Types
SwaSwara comprises of a total of 27 self-contained Villas, which are erected in local Konkan- style houses. These spacious Villas include of modern plumbing, air –conditioning along with other modern comforts. The Villas here have taken their inspiration from the traditional family estates, dotted along the Konkan Coast, but come with a few modern facilities fitted-in so that the authentic touch doesn’t gets away. In the construction of these Villas, only natural materials have been used, sourced from local artisans of the area. Each Villa also comes with an open green space where you can practice Yoga.
Dining
The Kitchen at SwaSwara Gokarna churns out sumptuous delicacies based on the principle of Ayurveda and Yoga, keeping it simple and fresh. The chef and his team takes care of the balancing between cooked and raw food, right kind of textures and perfect quantities so that your nutrition and digestion can get better. The vegetables used to prepare the food here are taken from the resort’s own farm. Meat and hard liquor are not included in the menu of the resort but seafood delicacies here are prepared from the freshest of catches and a selection of Indian as well as imported wines. The resort also serves mouth-watering food to guests who follow a vegan or gluten- free lifestyle. Guests on Shanti, Prana or Swastha program have a special meal plan, prescribed by the doctor.
Facilities
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Swimming Pool
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Meditation Dome
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Ayurveda Centre
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Yoga
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Pranayama
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Meditation
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Ayurveda
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Boat Rides
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Excursions
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Dining Hall
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Villas
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Swimming Pool
