About This Island Retreat
Overview
Isola Di Cocco is a luxury Ayurvedic beach resort set on the banks of the Poovar River in southern Kerala — the rare point where a river, golden backwaters and the open Arabian Sea converge. Just 30 km from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, the resort pairs traditional Kerala hospitality with eco-conscious design: heritage rooms in teak and rosewood, executive pavilions, pool villas and tree houses perched above the landscape towards the sea. At its heart is Ayurtheeram, an authentic Ayurveda centre where experienced doctors and trained therapists deliver personalised treatment plans — Panchakarma, rejuvenation, slimming, beauty care, stress relief and immunity — complemented by daily yoga, meditation and wellness-aligned cuisine built from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With a private beach, outdoor pool, and the Poovar backwaters on your doorstep, Isola Di Cocco offers wellness and escape in equal measure. Enquire today for packages of 07, 14 or 21 nights at the maximum discount on the published tariff.
Duration
07 / 14 / 21 Nights Packages
Wellness
Ayurtheeram Ayurveda Centre
Setting
River · Backwaters · Arabian Sea
Distance
30 km from TRV Airport · ≈ 45–60 min
Stays
Tree Houses · Pool Villas · Heritage Rooms
Languages
Malayalam, Hindi, English
Programmes & Experiences
Highlights
✦ Signature Wellness Programmes
Panchakarma Detox
Classical five-fold purification at Ayurtheeram
Rejuvenation
Abhyanga, Shirodhara and Pizhichil for vitality
Stress Release
Calming therapies and lagoon-side meditation
Slimming
Herbal body-shaping and metabolism care
Beauty Care
Herbal facials, skin and hair rituals
Immunity
Rasayana programmes to strengthen defence
✦ The Island Experience
Ayurtheeram Ayurveda
Doctor-led therapies by the water — personalised plans from your first consultation
Backwaters & Estuary
Golden backwaters and the estuary where three waters meet — cruises from the resort
Tree House Stays
Sleep above the landscape in handcrafted tree houses with views to the Arabian Sea
Private Beach
A stretch of sand at the mouth of the river — sunsets to yourself
Yoga by the Lagoon
Morning yoga and meditation on decks that float over the calm water
Fresh Local Cuisine
Wellness-aligned multi-cuisine dining with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients
Visual Journey
Poovar at a Glance
What's Covered
Includes / Excludes
✓ Included
- Accommodation as per package — tree house, pool villa or heritage room (07 / 14 / 21 nights)
- Ayurtheeram Ayurveda treatments as per the programme, prescribed by doctors
- Full-board wellness-aligned meals with local, seasonal ingredients
- Airport transfers from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions
- Doctor consultation, dosha assessment & personalised diet plan
- Backwater cruises & estuary excursions on the resort's private boats
- Access to private beach, outdoor pool & recreation areas
✗ Excluded
- Airfare to & from Thiruvananthapuram
- Ayurveda medicines & therapies beyond the chosen programme
- Optional excursions — Kovalam, Trivandrum city, Vizhinjam
- Laundry, telephone, tips & personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Anything not specifically mentioned in inclusions
Day by Day
Itinerary — The Signature 7-Night Programme
DAY01
Arrive Poovar — Transfer to the Island
TRV airport pickup · 45–60 min
🛬 Welcome to the Water's Edge
- Arrival at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport with pre-arranged private transfer (~45–60 minutes)
- Check in to your tree house, pool villa or heritage room on the banks of the Poovar River
- Orientation walk — the Ayurtheeram centre, private beach and backwater decks
- Evening: welcome herbal drink and light dinner overlooking the water
- Overnight at the resort
DAY02
Ayurtheeram Consultation & First Therapies
Doctor visit · dosha assessment
🩺 Personalised by the Water
- Morning consultation with the Ayurtheeram physician — dosha assessment and pulse diagnosis
- Personalised treatment plan and diet guidance from the wellness team
- First Abhyanga therapy with a trained therapist
- Evening: gentle yoga and lagoon-side relaxation
- Overnight at the resort
DAY03
Lagoon Mornings — Yoga, Therapies & Cruises
Sunrise yoga · backwater cruise
🌅 Float Into the Day
- 6:30 am — sunrise yoga and pranayama on the water-facing deck
- Herbal tea and the day's therapy sessions as prescribed
- Afternoon: backwater cruise through the golden Poovar estuary
- Full-board wellness meals throughout the day
- Overnight at the resort
DAY04
Lagoon Detox — Snehana & Swedana
Medicated oil · herbal steam
🌿 Preparing the Purification
- Snehana — medicated oil application to mobilise toxins
- Swedana — herbal steam bath to open the body's channels
- Therapy sessions continue exactly as prescribed
- Rest between treatments; herbal teas and light meals
- Overnight at the resort
DAY05
Panchakarma & Signature Rituals
Deep therapies · Shirodhara
🧘 The Healing Deepens
- Classical Panchakarma procedures as indicated by your physician
- Deep restorative sessions — Shirodhara, Pizhichil and Njavarakizhi
- Rest and reflection by the lagoon; evening meditation
- Overnight at the resort
DAY06
Island Renewal — Beach, Estuary & Follow-up
Private beach · review consultation
🌊 Sun, Sand & Reassessment
- Follow-up consultation — treatment review and adjustments
- Morning on the private beach at the mouth of the river
- Optional: sunset estuary cruise or Kerala cultural evening
- Overnight at the resort
DAY07
Departure
Airport transfer · journey home
🛫 Homeward, Renewed
- Final yoga and closing consultation
- Take-home diet and lifestyle plan from the wellness team
- Check-out and private transfer to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
- Extendable to 14, 21 or 28 nights — mention this when you enquire.
Where You'll Stay
Your Island Home
Pool Villa
A veranda, living room, bedroom and private pool — the indulgent choice for longer wellness journeys on the water.
21 Nights — Deep TransformationTree House
Perched above the landscape with views towards the Arabian Sea — the island's most romantic retreat for 14-night stays.
14 Nights — Signature JourneyHeritage Room
Traditional Kerala architecture in teak and rosewood panelling — perfect for 7-night renewal programmes.
07 Nights — Quick RenewalWe will arrange and confirm your hotel stays as per the trip and budget — hotel options are not fixed and can be customised to your preference. Contact us for details
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Isola Di Cocco?
The ideal season is September to March, with pleasant coastal weather and calm backwaters. Treatment runs year-round; our team can advise on the best window for your programme.
Do I need a visa to travel to India?
Yes. Most nationalities can apply for an Indian e-Tourist visa or an e-Medical visa (with a Medical Attendant visa for a companion) online. Apply at least two weeks before travel and carry the resort's confirmation letter.
Which wellness programme should I choose?
Choose Panchakarma for deep detox, Rejuvenation for vitality, Stress Release for burnout, Slimming for weight management, Beauty Care for skin and hair, or Immunity to strengthen your defences. Your final plan is set after the Ayurtheeram doctor's consultation.
Can I explore beyond the resort?
Yes. The Poovar backwaters are your doorstep — sunset estuary cruises, Kovalam's beaches, Trivandrum city and the Vizhinjam fishing harbour are popular optional outings. Keep sightseeing light during intensive Panchakarma.
What should I pack?
Pack loose cotton clothing, swimwear for the pool and beach, comfortable sandals, sunscreen and a light wrap for evenings. Avoid strong perfumes during therapy weeks and bring personal medications with your records.
Can I extend beyond 21 nights?
Absolutely — stays of 28, 35 or 42 nights are arranged on a per-night basis with the physician adjusting your programme. Message us for a tailored plan at the best discounted tariff.
Getting There
Tour Map — Trivandrum to the Island