ABOUT HINTERLAND

A small retreat centre, built from neglected land and a lot of love.

Hinterland Village is a small retreat centre in Kerala where people step away from the demands of everyday life and reconnect with themselves. Whether you join us for seven days or three weeks, our intention is the same: to create the conditions to move from constant vigilance toward greater steadiness, adaptability and participation in life.

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Travellers' Choice

TripAdvisor

Certificate of Excellence

TripAdvisor, multiple years

10, rated by guests

HotelsCombined Recognition of Excellence 2020

Yoga Alliance RYS 200

Registered Yoga School

YOGA & AYURVEDA

Yoga as a way of life, not a set of postures.

Our retreats are a chance to discover what yoga really is. We share its teachings and philosophy as a holistic way to health and wellness, alongside medicinal Ayurvedic treatments that cleanse body and mind.

Rather than one-size-fits-all programmes, we believe every person arrives with a different story, capacity and intention. Our role is to meet you where you are.

Every retreat includes a personal Ayurvedic consultation, massage, steam bath treatments, yoga philosophy and cooking classes, plus three vegetarian meals a day with snacks, fresh juice, tea and coffee.

Exterior view of a traditional tiled-roof building amidst green tropical trees under soft sunlight.
Two people practicing yoga poses indoors in a wooden pavilion.
A group of people sitting in a yoga or meditation session inside a bright, open pavilion with trees visible outside.

WHAT WE OFFER

Everything you need to settle in

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Accommodation

The warmth of home with the comforts of an eco-resort. Every room is different, a blend of antique charm and modern comfort. Single and double rooms, all air conditioned, with views of the greenery.

Lush green paddy fields bordered by dense tropical forest trees.

Organic farm & vegetarian cuisine

Our farm grows vegetables, fruits, nuts and herbs that our in-house cooks turns into traditional Kerala and nourishing vegetarian meals. Vegetarian Soulfoods cookbook is also available so you can make your favourite dishes at home wherever you are!

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Day tours

Cruise the backwaters, visit Fort Kochi, explore the tea plantations of Munnar, or spend a day by the sea or on a nature hike. Optional, at extra cost.

A green-painted building nestled closely among thick trees and vegetation.

Ayurvedic doctor on site

Connect with our Ayurvedic doctor for guidance during your stay, or if you have any questions or concerns.

THE LAND

A nature lover's paradise

In 2007, our founder Unni visited this land. It was seven neglected acres of overgrown rubber plantation and weeds. Where others saw untended soil, Unni saw the chance to work with nature, create a better environment for life on the land, and make a space for spiritual growth, yogic practice and cross-cultural exchange.

From farming to waste management, everything here follows a holistic approach and a sense of social responsibility. Kitchen supplies are grown on our own land or sourced from nearby farmers.

7

acres, restored since 2007

54

species of birds

20+

species of butterflies

Plus Asian palm civets, mongooses, flying foxes and the occasional snake.

Come and see it for yourself.

Hinterland Village

A small yoga and Ayurveda retreat in Kerala. Waking up with nature since 2007.

VISIT

Hinterland Village Road
Kochi, Kerala, India

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