Fasting and Gastro-Cleansing 7D/7N

About this Retreat

Sadhana Yoga Retreat's seven-day, seven-night Fasting and Gastro-Cleansing retreat is designed to gently cleanse the body, reset digestion, and create a deep sense of internal lightness. This programme is ideal for those who feel heaviness, digestive discomfort, low energy, or simply wish to give their body a natural break from constant intake and stimulation. The retreat combines mindful fasting, light nourishment, yoga, and traditional yogic cleansing practices in a safe and supportive environment. The structure of the week is gradual and carefully held. Guests begin with three to four days of guided fasting, tailored to each individual and discussed upon arrival. The fast is supported by herbal drinks, light juices, and easily digestible foods when needed. This gradual process allows the digestive system to rest while the body begins releasing accumulated toxins — many participants notice improved clarity, reduced bloating, better sleep, and a natural feeling of lightness as the days progress. The week then moves into one full day of gastro-intestinal cleansing and rest, where participants are guided through the traditional yogic practice of Shankhaprakshalana. This technique involves drinking warm saline water combined with a specific sequence of simple yoga movements that help flush and cleanse the digestive tract. The process is conducted with proper guidance, allowing the system to clear deeply while remaining safe and controlled, followed by dedicated rest. After this, the retreat shifts into a recovery and rebuilding phase, where easily digestible meals are slowly reintroduced so the digestive fire can regain strength without shock — helping the body absorb nutrients more efficiently while stabilizing energy and supporting long-term digestive health. Yoga and breathing practices are carefully integrated throughout the programme to support the cleansing process. Gentle movements help stimulate digestion, improve circulation, and maintain energy levels without exhausting the body. Meditation sessions also play an important role, helping participants stay calm, aware, and emotionally balanced during fasting. Alongside the core cleanse, the full daily routine continues — morning meditation, Pranayama, reflexology, Neti Kriya, morning and evening yoga, steam or mud bath, afternoon meditation, nature walks, and candlelight meditation. Guests are encouraged to rest, reflect, and listen to their bodies. By the end of the seven days, most participants experience a deep sense of internal cleanliness, improved digestion, mental clarity, and renewed vitality. This is not only about cleansing the stomach — it is a complete reset for the body and mind.