There are a range of great spas in and around Galle, and many of them offer traditional Ayurvedic treatments as well as variety of massages in different styles. Ayurveda is an ancient practice born in India in the 6th century BC, a natural form of restoration for health and general well-being that first came to Sri Lanka over 2,000 years ago. The remedies and treatments are still used in much Sri Lankan medicine, particularly in the more rural areas of the island.
The Sanctuary Spa in Unawatuna is the ideal choice if you are seeking a spa within natural surroundings which is good value for money. They offer a range of popular massage styles, including Aromatherapy, Swedish and Shirodara, as well as local Ayurvedic treatments such as the herbal steam bath, in tranquil treatment rooms surrounded by beautiful gardens filled with tropical flowers – an oasis of calm in this lively beachtown.
Alternatively, why not shelter from the heat of the day in Galle Fort by visiting Galle Fort Spa. Browse their extensive menu and find the perfect treatment, whether it is a relaxing Indian head massage, a refreshing leg and foot massage to calm tired feet, or an invigorating and detoxing body scrub. Those who have spent too long in the sun can find relief with the Sunburn Soother, a cooling full body wrap.
There is also an outlet of Spa Ceylon in Galle Fort, the island’s most prominent spa outfit which can also be found in Colombo and Kandy. As well as offering a variety of spa and beauty treatments, Spa Ceylon sell a wide range of products which allow you to have a ‘spa at home’, including a range of facial cleansers and moisturisers for men.
If you are interested in exploring traditional Sri Lankan Ayurveda, see our specialised itinerary ‘Ayurvedic Healing’, and discover more about Spas in Sri Lanka.
