Dec 2nd - 9th, 2027 Mangosteen Ayurveda and Wellness Resort Phuket, Thailand

Untethered with Grace at Phuket, Thailand

There’s something super magical about staring out into the Andaman Sea dotted by limestone cliffs that inspires a sense of freedom and expansiveness. Thailand is sometimes called the “land of smiles” but more accurately it’s a country with diverse landscapes, rich traditions and beliefs, and a reverence for the rhythms and seasons of life. And NEXT level sunsets!

Join Grace Millsap and special guests for 8-days of heart centered adventures. You can expect a blend of local excursions, free-time to connect with the beautiful surroundings of Phuket, opportunities to participate in traditional cooking (and eating), and a wide range of Yoga classes. Practices will be curated to remind you of your wild and expansive nature with consideration of multiple styles, lineages, and activity level of both teachers and travelers.​

4 more rooms available

4 more rooms available

Mangosteen Ayurveda and Wellness Resort

Welcome to the Mangosteen Ayurveda & Wellness Resort, the one and only adults-only boutique resort in Phuket offering doctor-led Ayurveda. This family-owned resort is designed for deep rejuvenation and is guided by a simple philosophy: a true holiday nurtures healing, balance, and lasting well-being.

At the Mangosteen Ayurveda & Wellness Resort, luxury means thoughtful spaces, meticulous details, and heartfelt service. From the moment you arrive, we welcome you like family. 

Our premise is simple: genuine care. At the Mangosteen, owners Rose & Hajo von Keller, together with their daughter Earth, lead a close-knit team of Ayurvedic doctors, yoga instructors, and spa therapists, making wellness feel personal and effortlessly enriching.

Our aim is to provide authentic retreats and Ayurvedic programs combined with genuine enjoyment and a proper holiday atmosphere. We want our guests to return home feeling noticeably better, having also spent a memorable time in Phuket. It is our mission to offer you an unforgettable experience. The combination of spa treatments, yoga, wholesome meals, exceptionally comfortable accommodation, along with a variety of local activities creates a unique blend that’s hard to find elsewhere.

What’s included

7 nights/8 days accommodations at Mangosteen Ayurveda & Wellness Resort

Fresh, homemade welcome drink and tropical fruits upon arrival

3 daily delicious, colorful, organic, locally sourced meals (includes Thai, Western and Ayurvedic options)

Private transport to/from Phuket airport (HKT) on the first and last days of the retreat

2-3 off-site excursions - see below for plans (subject to change based on season and circumstance)

1-2x daily Yoga classes or workshops to rejuvenate your mind and body

Shuttle service from the resort to Nai Harn Beach and local markets

and more moments of magic and play

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips

  • Spa services

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Plane tickets (plan to arrive at Phuket HKT)

What’s not included

A Typical Day on Retreat

Rise and shine like the sun

Morning practice

Breakfast

Free time/Adventure time

Lunch

Free time/Adventure time

Afternoon Practice/Ceremony

Dinner

Free time OR Yoga Nidra

Rest and rejuvenate like the moon

Step into an authentic Thai atmosphere with tropical touches in our signature style room.


Each Villa is 58 sq. feet and includes a comfortable seating area, spacious alfresco bathrooms with an outside garden rain-shower and jacuzzi tub, and a terrace, surrounded by lush greenery. Thoughtful touches like high ceilings, warm teak, terracotta, and rich natural materials create a calmly grounded atmosphere that instantly helps you feel right at home. Superior Jacuzzi Villas are designed split level, separated by a small 2-step staircase.


Single: $2699

Double: $1999 (pp)

Rooms Available: 5

Superior Garden Jacuzzi Villa

Early Bird VIP Offer

Pay your deposit by November 30th, 2026 and receive: 

60-minute Ayurveda consultation with experienced local practitioner

60-minute massage with local therapist (Thai or Swedish)

20-minute flash photography photo session with professional photographer

Valued at $300+​

Planned excursions and activities

  • A person gleefully stands with one hand on their hip and on clutching a tree branch. She is smiling.

    Island Hopping

    Boat trip around the Andaman Sea in one unforgettable day trip! Complete with beaches, snorkeling, and limestone cliff views. Highlights include Phi Phi islands, Ton Sai, Pileh Lagoon and Bamboo Island.

  • Sound instruments including gongs and bowls and mallets set to a beautiful mountain backdrop.

    Sound Healing Ceremony

    Guided by skilled local facilitators designed to realign the body, mind, and spirt through a weaving of sounds from a variety of instruments - including the symphony of the surrounding valley

  • A green hummingbird with a long tail is perched on a long pink flower.

    Phuket City Tour

    A guided tour through the history, culture, stories, and sights of Phuket.

  • A person with long brown hair knees in front of a square cloth filled with trinkets and colors. She has a soft smile and wears traditional Peruvian clothing.

    Thai Cooking Class

    Learn Thai cooking with our Chef and experienced F & B manager, right in the middle of the Mangosteen Restaurant.

  • A group of 8 people huddle together with big smiles (and some tongues out) in front of a large waterfall amongst red cliffs and green trees.

    Nai Harn Beach

    A mostly unspoiled beach with calm, turquoise waters that are perfect for swimming. Way less crowded than the beaches at the north of the island with a protected bay that makes it ideal for chillin’

  • Local Markets

    What trip to Thailand is complete with a trip (or five?) to a local market?!

Your Retreat Guide

  • A blonde-haired person standing on one foot and balancing with backdrop of mountains with clouds.

    Meet Grace

    Grace Millsap (she/they) is currently located in Charlotte, NC (Catawba Land). Her passions are rooted in science and equality, which inform her teaching of Yoga, and how she shows up in the world.

    Grace studies, and teaches, from a long lineage that believes that life is inherently beautiful, and that the path of Yoga is a tool set to better navigate the many twists and turns.

    ​Grace is a 500 ERYT, a YACEP provider, Licensed Massage Therapist, and an Ayurveda Wellness Counselor. Her classes, whether restorative or flow, are infused with her passions, and quest for magic and joy.

Optional Pre-trip Add On: Cultural Immersion Chiang Mai

November 28th - December 2nd

Wanna arrive a few days early to explore Chiang Mai in northern Thailand?!

Each region of Thailand is unique and Chiang Mai consistently delivers when it comes to experiencing northern Thai culture. Chiang Mai is the former capital of the Lanna Kingdom and reflects the influence of Buddhism, Animism and a diverse blend of traditional cosmologies. Chiang Mai boasts an impressive 300 Buddhist temples (or wats) which 30+ being located within the Old City walls.

Single: $1399

Double: $899 (pp)

Remaining Rooms: 2

Wanna join the fun but book your own room? ok sure! Send me an email to discuss options.

Included:

  • 4 nights (5 days) at Phor Liang Meun Terracotta Arts Hotel* in Old City

    *or similar

  • Hotel provided breakfast

  • 2-hour Thai massage from local therapist

  • Full day adventure to Elephant Nature Park with ethical elephant interactions (no riding, no assisted bathing) - includes lunch

  • Temple tour of Chiang Mai

  • Night market food tour (yes, this includes eating the food)

  • Welcome hug and happy dance from Grace

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Not Included:

  • Beverages and food not listed

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips

  • Spa services

  • Transportation to airport - CNX (hotel can help arrange or Grab app works great)​

So wait, no yoga on this part?

Nope!

Most of the official yoga retreat centers, although super beautiful, are located outside of the city lines. The pulse of the city lies closer to the center - specifically, Old Town which is located inside a 700+ year old wall and even has a moat (!!!).

Our location inside the Old City walls allow travelers to explore on foot (or via tuk-tuk) with a mix of planned activities and free time. And sure, we can recommend a few yoga studios within the walls for folks who wanna move their bodies post travel (there’s even a daily-ish class in a local park with mats available for rent).

FAQ

  • You will need to arrive in Phuket, Thailand (HKT) by 1pm on December 2nd . You will most likely need to fly through Bangkok first. I like to book round trip from the US to Bangkok (unless you are arriving early for the cultural immersion portion) and then book a separate roundtrip from Bangkok to Phuket - it’s usually cheaper and gives me more choices.

    Wanna do more detective work to save some extra $$?

    Try searching from larger cities to Bangkok that may be an easy flight away from your city and book 3 separate legs (ex. JFK, BOS, DFW< LAX). Bonus points if you can use for airline points any portion of this. Downside? If/when things get backed up things may get tricky.

  • You are welcome to arrive anytime at Chiang Mai (CNX) on the day of November 28th. The airport is 10-20 minutes from our hotel.

    There are no U.S. cities that fly direct to Chiang Mai. You will most likely fly through Seoul, Hong Kong, Tokyo or Singapore. You could also choose to fly round trip into/out of Bangkok for ease of booking but it may add an extra flight/layover.

  • You will book your own flight. Flights are direct and abundant throughout the day. Grace will provide instructions on which flights to consider when we get closer to the booking time. Flights generally run around $100 depending on baggage + comfort level. You will probably have to check a bag due to airline restrictions and regulations.

  • $500* deposit required to reserve your space

    33% of balance due March 2nd, 2027

    33% of balance due July 2nd, 2027

    Final balance due November 2nd, 2027

    ​Need a different payment plan? email me!

  • Grace Millsap Yoga & Ayurveda, LLC (GMYA) is a small business with a big heart. This cancellation policy helps to cover our large financial investment with our local partners, which are non-refundable upon securing dates for retreats. 

    If you cancel in writing 90 days or more before travel:  GMYA will hold the full amount paid on your behalf and reserve it as a credit for your use towards a future retreat within 24 months of your originally scheduled retreat dates. 

    If you cancel in writing 45 - 89 days before travel: GMYA will allow you to apply 50% of the total retreat cost to a future retreat within 24 months your originally scheduled retreat dates, however all other payments made will be lost.

    ​Any cancellation less than 45 days ahead of the start of the retreat will lose ALL value paid.

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The retreat was one of the best weeks of my life!!! I think the fact that I got my physical, spiritual and mental health needs all met at once in fascinating and effective ways was just so far beyond anything I could’ve expected or asked for. To say I feel “fully recharged” wouldn’t capture it. I feel energetically charged and deeply inspired far past where I was before. I also completely trusted everyone in the group and really benefited from having open-hearted conversations which absolutely heightened my experience. Thank you forever, Grace!

- 2024 elemental alchemy retreat participant