The Ayurvedic lightening cleanse
- Inspired by langhana, Ayurveda's "lightening" approach
- Light, liquid nourishment so the body can rest and reset
- All the fibre kept in soups and smoothies, to support gut health
The Ayurvedic Active Cleanse · Rawai, Phuket
Detox in Thailand,
the Active Way
The Ayurvedic Active Cleanse. Cleanse your body and keep training.
- Included in your stay
- Start with 3 days
- Personalised to you
What it is
A detox retreat in Thailand that keeps you moving
The Ayurvedic Active Cleanse is the signature detox programme at Phuket Cleanse, a wellness, fitness and detox retreat in Rawai, Phuket, Thailand.
- Fresh juices, smoothies and whole-food soups
- Personalised through a traditional Ayurvedic tongue analysis
- Enough nourishment to join yoga, hikes, Muay Thai and fitness classes, if you feel up to it
- Included in the all-inclusive price
- Many guests start with three days; some continue for longer
Our story
Developed since 2011
When we opened in December 2011, most detox centres in Thailand offered water fasting. Our guests came to move, so we created something different: the active cleanse. Enough nutrition to train, hike and swim, while still giving the body a real break.
2011
We open in Rawai and create the active cleanse: nourishment to move, not water fasting.
The years between
Over the years, we have studied and tested many research-based and medical cleanses. Many were effective, but strong, bitter herbs and intense protocols made them hard for guests to enjoy, and harder to complete.
2026
After months of pilot testing, we launch the Ayurvedic Active Cleanse. The one guests enjoy most, with outstanding feedback on energy and digestion.
Why it works
A smartly stacked cleanse
Most cleanses do one thing. Ours brings together four.
Personalised herbal balancing
- Herbs, spices, fruits and vegetables chosen for you
- Guided by your dosha and your tongue analysis
- Adjusted as your stay goes on
Fasting-mimicking principles
- Fasting-mimicking diets usually include some solid food. Ours keeps the same principles, lower in calories, sugar and protein and rich in herbal plant compounds, but delivers them entirely as liquids, combined with Ayurveda's lightening cleanse.
Movement and recovery
- Optional classes, from gentle yoga to fitness
- Infrared sauna and ice baths, as suits you
- Massages according to your stay
Stacking these together is what makes the Active Cleanse different. Exercise and recovery are always optional and should suit your health and energy on the day.
Tongue analysis
It starts with your tongue
Your cleanse begins with Jihva Pariksha, the traditional Ayurvedic tongue analysis. It looks at four things to understand your digestion (Agni) in Ayurvedic terms.
Colour
Coating
Shape
Moisture
- Melanie carries out each analysis herself
- She designs your juices and soups around it
- Follow-up analyses help adjust your cleanse as you go
Tongue analysis is a traditional wellness practice, not a medical diagnostic test. It does not diagnose conditions or measure toxins.
Thai Ayurveda
Rooted in Thai healing traditions
Thai traditional medicine is rooted in centuries-old healing traditions shaped by both Indian Ayurveda and Chinese medicine. Our chefs have worked with these ingredients for years.
Mainly fresh Thai herbs
- Galangal
- Lemongrass
- Krachai (fingerroot)
- Turmeric
- Kaffir lime
Alongside Indian Ayurvedic spices
- Cumin
- Coriander
- Fenugreek
- Hing
Your cleanse days
Your day, your way
There is no fixed cleanse timetable. Each day, choose from our full schedule according to how you feel.
- Energising classes when you feel strong
- Gentle, restorative classes, or rest, when you do not
- Infrared sauna and ice bath, if they suit you
- Massages according to your stay. See rates
What's happening in your body
Day 1Your body uses up its stored sugar.
Days 2–3It shifts towards burning fat and ketones begin to rise. Hunger and tiredness often peak here, before energy returns.
Days 3–5A deeper fasting-like state, which research links to cellular clean-up and renewal processes such as autophagy.
Based on fasting research. Every body is different.
Choose your cleanse
Other cleanse options
All included. Talk to our team on arrival.
Signature
Ayurvedic Active Cleanse
Juices, smoothies and soups, personalised to you. Most guests start with 3 days.
Tea & Broth Fast
Herbal teas and vegetable broths, for a deeper fast.
Juice Fast (on request)
Fresh juices only.
5-Day Raw Fasting-Mimicking Cleanse
Raw, plant-based meals following fasting-mimicking principles, from our raw food kitchen. In Dr Valter Longo's published studies, people who did three monthly five-day cycles saw lower body weight, blood pressure and markers of inflammation.
Sardine Fast
Three days or longer, for guests who prefer a protein-based fast.
One Meal a Day
One nourishing meal daily.
Not fasting?
Enjoy three full meals a day. The cleanse is always optional.
The people
The people behind your cleanse
Co-founder & Cleanse Designer
Melanie Procter
Melanie co-founded Phuket Cleanse in 2011 and has designed its cleanses ever since. A culinary ethnographer and nutrition technologist.
- Designs every cleanse
- Carries out each guest's tongue analysis
- Creates the multi-ethnic cleanse menus
Vegan Master Chef
Mukesh Chand
Creating raw and nourishing food at Phuket Cleanse since 2013, after around eight years cooking in kitchens in India and Thailand.
- Raw and plant-based cuisine
- Multi-ethnic cooking
- Indian Ayurvedic spices
What guests notice
What guests tell us
Many guests tell us they feel:
- Lighter
- Sleep better
- More energy
- Less bloating
- Fewer cravings
Every body is different, and results vary.
Included
Included in your stay
All cleanse options are included in the all-inclusive price. No minimum stay.
- All cleanse options
- Accommodation
- Full class schedule
- Recovery facilities
- Massages, per your stay
Three massages are included per 7-night stay. Taste of Rawai excursions include transport; venue fees are paid separately. See Rates & Rooms for stay entitlements and optional extras.
FAQ
Cleanse questions
Is Phuket Cleanse a detox retreat in Thailand?
Yes. We are a wellness, fitness and detox retreat in Rawai, Phuket. Our signature Ayurvedic Active Cleanse is included in every stay.
Is the cleanse included in the price?
Yes, all cleanse options are included.
How long should I cleanse?
As long as you like. Many guests start with three days. You can stop or switch to full meals at any time.
Can I exercise while cleansing?
Yes, if it suits you. That is the idea of the Active Cleanse, but exercise and recovery are always optional. Listen to your body, choose gentler classes or rest on days when your energy dips, and ask our team for guidance.
Do I have to fast?
No. You can enjoy three full meals a day instead.
What is a tongue analysis?
A traditional Ayurvedic wellness practice called Jihva Pariksha. Melanie analyses your tongue at the start of your cleanse to choose the herbs and ingredients that suit you, with follow-up analyses during your stay. It is not a medical diagnostic test.
Is this an addiction or alcohol detox?
No. We are a wellness retreat and do not offer medical detox or addiction treatment.
Is the cleanse right for everyone?
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes or another medical condition, take regular medication, or have a history of eating disorders, please check with your doctor before you come and tell our team, so we can suggest the right option. Guests under 18 should not fast.
