Treatments - Dwarika’s Sanctuary
Mountain Tradition
Signature Himalayan Rituals
Pancha Kosha Newari Massage Therapy
Rooted in the Valley's traditional technique, this massage combines firm, deliberate strokes with herbal-infused oils of sesame, ajwain, and camphor. Muscles soften, joints ease, and the skin drinks in warmth — a revival for body and spirit alike.
Kwon Jyajo — Glowing Herbal Powder Therapy
A Newari ritual of renewal once performed for girls entering womanhood. The journey begins with an oil massage infused with Himalayan herbs, followed by a powdered herbal scrub that polishes the skin and encourages lymphatic flow. Steam and a cooling face pack complete the ritual, leaving body and mind quietly illuminated.
Pancha Kosha Himalayan Singing Bowl Therapy
Rooted in yogic tradition, this dynamic therapy combines active massage with gentle, assisted stretches. Pressure along the body's energy lines restores internal balance, while passive movements invite deep release. The experience leaves you centred, supple, and quietly renewed — an awakening drawn from ancient wisdom.
Pancha Kosha Signature Facial
A sensory ritual uniting touch and scent. Guided by your chosen essential oil, the therapist blends flowing techniques that calm the body and quiet the mind. The aroma lingers softly on the skin, evoking balance long after the session ends.
Ancient Principles, Practised with Himalayan Clarity
Ayurvedic Journeys
Shiro-Abhyanga
Smooth river stones, collected from the Kali Gandaki, are warmed and placed over key energy points as the therapist works in slow, circular motion. The steady heat releases tension deep within the muscles, easing pain and quieting the body's rhythm. The result is a profound, heavy calm — the kind that feels earned.
Pada-Abhyanga
A grounding therapy for weary travellers. Pressure along the feet and calves activates nerve endings linked to the body's organs, improving circulation and restoring energy from the ground up.
Shirodhara
A fine stream of medicated oil is poured across the forehead in steady rhythm, easing insomnia, anxiety, and mental strain. The sensation induces profound calm — a meditative stillness between thought and sleep.
Udvartana
A stimulating full-body massage using warm herbal powders to exfoliate and invigorate the skin. The rhythmic dry massage improves circulation, breaks down fatty deposits, and leaves the body feeling light and energised.
Nasya
A purifying nasal therapy that clears the head and sharpens the senses. Warm herbal oils are gently administered through the nostrils, relieving congestion and restoring clarity to the mind.
Kati-Vasti
Warm medicated oil is held over the lower back using a dough dam, deeply penetrating the muscles and joints. The treatment eases chronic pain, stiffness, and sciatica while restoring flexibility to the spine.
Janu-Vasti
A localised oil treatment for the knees, using a warm pool of medicated oil to nourish and strengthen the joint. Ideal for those experiencing stiffness, inflammation, or age-related wear.
Griva-Vasti
Warm oil is pooled at the base of the neck and upper spine, releasing tension and relieving pain caused by stress, poor posture, or cervical conditions. A deeply restorative treatment for modern ailments.
Mukha-Lepa
A traditional Ayurvedic facial using herbal pastes to cleanse, nourish, and rejuvenate the skin. The treatment balances the doshas, improves complexion, and leaves the face radiant and calm.
Elemental Healing
Himalayan Body & Energy Therapies
Himalayan Hot Stone Therapy
Sacred stones from the Kali Gandaki River are warmed and placed along marma points. The slow weight of heat releases deep muscular tension, while the engraved Buddhist mantras within the stones are believed to carry healing vibration.
Reflexology Foot Massage
Precise pressure across the soles and ankles stimulates internal balance. The treatment releases fatigue, restores circulation, and reawakens the body's equilibrium.
Aroma Therapy Facial
A nurturing facial using aromatic botanicals suited to your skin type. The air fills with wild lavender and cedar as hands move in fluid rhythm — cleansing, hydrating, and restoring the natural glow.
Touch as Meditation
Rejuvenating Therapies
Ancient Massage
Inspired by yogic tradition, this treatment combines active pressure with passive stretches, balancing energy lines and leaving the body supple and centred.
Ayurvedic Massage
A flowing full-body oil massage that activates marma points and encourages natural healing. The warmed herbal oil eases the muscles while restoring vitality to every layer of being.
Himalayan Trekkers Massage
A restorative therapy for the physically active. Deep tissue techniques and stretching relieve stiffness, enhance circulation, and prepare the body for the next ascent or quiet descent into rest.