about us
Our Story: From a Jungle Vision to your Eco-Paradise in Hikkaduwa
Against all battles
Our Story: From Vision to Sustainable Sanctuary
More than a decade ago, we stumbled upon an untouched corner of the world: 3500 m² of lush, vibrant jungle on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. We didn’t just see wilderness; we saw a future. This was the start of our visionary dream: to build a truly sustainable ecoretreat and a genuine wildlife sanctuary in Hikkaduwa.
For the past 15 years, we have poured our love, sweat, and vision into transforming this land into our personal paradise. A place where nature dictates the pace and where mindfulness is the local language.
Our Deep Commitment to Sustainability
Our team is driven by a powerful conviction: sustainability is the only path forward. Every decision, from construction to daily operations, is rooted in our deep love for nature and the belief that we can make a difference.
We live and breathe upcycling. We have spent years scouring local markets and junk shops for hidden treasures and objects with a story. This passion for reuse and unconventional design earned us the local nickname “the crazy whites” (Sudhu pissu). You will find these handcrafted and upcycled details integrated throughout the studios, adding a special, sustainable character to your stay.
This commitment means we actively:
Sharing Knowledge for Change: We believe in collaboration and inspiration. We share our knowledge of sustainable practices with our team, guests, and the local community to foster a greater shift towards conscious living.
Plant over 20 native trees (mainly monkey food!).
Compost all organic waste and harvest rainwater.
Use local, sustainable wood and strictly avoid pesticides.
Recycle materials and embrace upcycling in our design.
Follow permaculture parameters wherever possible.
The Edible Landscape Includes:
The surrounding 3500 m² of jungle is a vibrant, edible ecosystem. We are proud custodians of incredible biodiversity that feeds us and the local wildlife.
Fruits: Coconut, Jackfruit, Breadfruit, Lime, Passion fruit, Mango, Cocoa, Cashew, Pineapple, Jambu, Soursop (Anoda), Banana.
Spices & Herbs: Pepper, Coffee, Cinnamon, Curry, Nutmeg, Lemongrass, Ginger, Chilli.
Medicinal: Aloe, Moringa and many more..
Beyond the Stay: Professionalism & Wellness
We bring over 25 years of combined experience in high-level event management and hospitality. This professional background allows us to offer you not just comfortable lodging, but an impeccable and flawless experience, delivered with the genuine warmth and simplicity of a passion project.
Our ecoretreat reflects our profound commitment to the holistic life. Beyond being the perfect escape near Hikkaduwa’s best surf beach, we offer a space designed to nourish the body and soul. Our team has been deeply connected to the practices of Yoga and Reiki for many years, integrating this genuine, long-standing philosophy into the very fabric and serene energy of the retreat itself.
This is our humble, personal dream: a sustainable, holistic paradise created for you. Come and be part of our vision.
