Six Senses Group – Pioneers in Luxury Wellness & Ayurveda
Group Overview
Six Senses is a global leader in sustainable luxury and transformative wellbeing, blending deep-rooted traditions—such as Ayurveda and Tibetan medicine—with eco-conscious hospitality. Their Indian resorts focus on mindful healing, local culture, and science-backed therapies. combines heritage architecture and pristine natural settings with modern diagnostics, Ayurvedic expertise, and global wellness practices, crafting retreats that balance luxury, healing, and sustainability seamlessly.
📖 History of Six Senses & Its Ayurvedic Evolution
Founded in 1995, Six Senses built a reputation for eco-responsible luxury resorts worldwide, integrating local healing traditions into its experiences. In 2022, the group acquired Vana—originally opened in 2014 near Dehradun—boosting its Ayurvedic expertise through classical Panchakarma, Tibetan medicine (Sowa Rigpa), and modern wellness screenings Later, they launched Six Senses Fort Barwara in Rajasthan, restoring a 14th-century royal fort and introducing Ayurvedic rejuvenation programs alongside yoga, meditation, and eco-restoration
Six Senses Vana Dehradun
Setting & Philosophy
Nestled in a 21-acre sal forest, Six Senses Vana offers a totally unplugged wellness retreat—phones are off-limits in public spaces to foster deep reconnection with nature The property is LEED Platinum certified, featuring sustainable architecture, solar power, rainwater harvesting, and an on-site bottling plant .
Wellness & Ayurveda Offerings
- Pre-arrival health screening leads to personalized wellness plans
- Ayurvedic consultations, Panchakarma therapies, Abhyanga, Shirodhara, herbal poultices
- Tibetan Medicine by Sowa Rigpa practitioners (trained at Men-Tsee-Khang)
- Natural healing: acupuncture, sound therapy, meditation, yoga, biohacking sessions
- Nutrition tailored to Ayurvedic dosha and holistic lifestyles
Signature Features
- Detox teas and robes on arrival
- Meditation cave, yoga shala, indoor/outdoor pools
- Cultural excursions, including Rishikesh Ganga Aarti, Himalayan hikes
- “Extended Wellness Immersion”: 5–9 nights of Ayurveda, yoga, Tibetan therapies & more
Six Senses Fort Barwara, Rajasthan
Historic Restoration & Setting
This sanctuary lies within a meticulously restored 14th-century royal fort in Barwara, next to the ancient Chauth Ka Barwara temple and revived sacred lake. The resort reflects local heritage via artisan-crafted interiors and sustainable landscaping Holistic Wellness Facilities
- A 30,000 sq. ft spa housed in the former women’s palace (Zanana Mahal)
- Two Ayurvedic treatment rooms offering Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Udwarthana, choornaswedana
- Signature therapies (e.g. “Tiger’s Eye” stone massage), meditation temple, yoga pavilion, fitness center, sauna, steam & pools
- Visiting Ayurvedic Doctors (e.g., Dr. Sreeragh Haridas) & biohacking techniques
Program Highlights
- Ayurvedic Rejuvenation plans with consults, yoga, pranayama, Abhyanga, Shirodhara, kati vasti, biohacks (INR 40,400–116,800 pp)
- Wellness journeys for immunity, brain health, detox, sleep, mental clarity, guided by smart diagnostics
Cultural Integration
Guided village walks, temple visits, regional Rajasthani cuisine using local produce and Ayurvedic principles, folk performances, and rewilding initiatives .
🌟 Why Book Six Senses with India Holistic Retreats?
India Holistic Retreats subsidiary of ( Globes Travel )is proud to maintain a long-standing partnership with Six Senses. Our clients receive:
- Tailored recommendations between Vana and Fort Barwara based on health goals
- Exclusive access to wellness immersions, best available rates, and seasonal packages
- Full logistical support—prior planning, travel coordination, arrival facilitation
- Dedicated after-care and reintegration guidance post-retreat
Let us curate your perfect journey—whether it’s Himalayan detox at Vana or royal rejuvenation at Fort Barwara.
