Gemburu Retreats brings together deep experience in private hospitality and destination travel with a lifelong connection to Ayurveda and holistic wellbeing. We design each retreat around personal care, exceptional settings and experiences that feel considered rather than prescribed.
The people behind Gemburu Retreats
ABOUT THE FOUNDERS
Tarrifa Mahagamage
Born and raised in Sri Lanka, Tarrifa grew up immersed in the ancient traditions of Ayurveda, learning from an early age the importance of living in harmony with nature, body, and mind. Coming from an Ayurvedic family and spending time in monasteries, she developed a deep understanding of holistic health as a way of life, not just a healing system.
Now based in Europe, Tarrifa is the founder of Gēmburu Wellness and has organised numerous wellness events and retreats, bringing authentic Sri Lankan Ayurveda to Western audiences. Her retreats are created as spaces for transformation, where guests can slow down, reconnect, and restore balance.
Also known by her spiritual name Shweda, Tarrifa offers deeply personalised treatments through skilled, intuitive touch, supporting relaxation, detoxification, and renewed vitality. With warmth and presence, she guides each retreat as a journey toward inner balance, clarity, and well-being.
Guillermo Puig
Born in Spain, Guillermo has built his career across business, international relations and luxury hospitality, with experience living and working in Germany, Indonesia, India and the United States. This international background has shaped his understanding of different cultures and the expectations of discerning travellers.
He is the founder of Marbella Private Villas, a boutique agency representing exceptional private estates for luxury stays, celebrations and retreats. Through this work, he has developed extensive experience in guest care, destination planning and high-end hospitality, alongside a strong network across luxury travel and wellness.
At Gemburu Retreats, Guillermo focuses on the setting, logistics and overall guest experience, bringing together exceptional villas, trusted local partners and carefully selected experiences to make each retreat feel seamless and personal.
CO-FOUNDER · AYURVEDA & WELLBEING
CO-FOUNDER · HOSPITALITY AND RETREAT DESIGN
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What we bring to each retreat
COMPLEMENTARY EXPERTISE, BROUGHT TOGETHER
Ayurveda & Wellbeing
Ayurvedic guidance, treatments, yoga, meditation and personal wellbeing practices informed by Tarrifa's experience and Sri Lankan roots.
Private Villas & Hospitality
Curation & Local Access
Villa selection, accommodation planning, guest comfort and hospitality shaped by Guillermo's experience in luxury private stays and destination travel.
Trusted practitioners, private chefs, restaurants, transfers, cultural experiences and local specialists brought together around each retreat.
