
Chivitr
In Harmony with Nature and Life
Harnessing Nature
Connecting harmony, consciousness, and thoughtful respect for nature, Chivitr is a transformative sanctuary dedicated to holistic well-being. Ancient wisdom and modern wellness practices nurture the body, mind, and spirit in a deeply integrated healing experience.
Chivitr
Connect With Your Surroundings
Chivitr, pronounced “Chii-wit,” translates to “life” in Thai and embodies the essence of the holistic sanctuary. Our boutique retreat is peacefully positioned on a verdant hillside overlooking Nai Harn Lake and is just a short stroll from one of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket.
Overview
Make Life-Enhancing Changes
We provide an immersive experience that enhances the well-being of body, mind, and spirit. The retreat emphasises personalised services tailored to your needs, focusing on prevention and sustainable health maintenance. You can engage in life-enhancing activities and treatments that promote long-term wellness.
Holistic Approach
Blending Tradition With Science
Chivitr integrates traditional and alternative therapies, including Ayurvedic, Traditional Chinese and Applied Traditional Thai Medicine and modern scientific methodology. This holistic approach treats the whole body, promoting overall health.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
- Gut microbiome tests and personalised probiotics
- Biophoton analysis and interactive reflection
- Lymphatic therapy
- Applied Traditional Thai Medicine (TTM)
- Breathing therapy and under-water breathing therapy
- Vibration and sound therapy
- Hydrotherapy and watsu
Facilities and Services
Customise Your Retreat
With purpose-built facilities and services to enhance your physical, mental, and spiritual aspects, we offer a magnesium hydrotherapy warm pool, yoga and meditation pavilion, gym, herbal steam and full-spectrum infra-red saunas and red light therapy nested within our well-tended tropical gardens. Experienced practitioners develop each customised retreat programme to align with your personal health goals. We utilise harvested rainwater throughout the retreat, contributing to environmental sustainability while promoting other benefits such as improved skin health and hydration.
Accommodation
Wake Up to Birdsong
Named in honour of various elements of nature, the design of our suites and residence combines traditional Chinese and Chino-Portuguese elements, featuring classic antique doors and locally sourced furnishings. Each lake, pool and garden-view suite is thoughtfully decorated with antique curios, Persian rugs and high-quality Frette linens, creating a restful atmosphere. We have eight suites and one luxurious residence, with a subtle design reference to the number eight, considered auspicious in Chinese culture.
Culinary Excellence
Food Is Medicine
Our chefs prioritise nutrition by offering meals prepared with high-quality and fresh ingredients, many of which are from our herb garden. The philosophy ‘we are what we eat’ emphasises the importance of dietary choices in achieving wellness.

Chivitr Story
Chivitr is a tribute to Pornthip Noppakoon’s vision and dedication to holistic well-being, sustainable design, and the art of mindful living. Nestled on a hillside overlooking Nai Harn Lake and just a short walk from the most beautiful beach in Phuket, Chivitr’s architecture and interiors reflect a harmonious blend of traditional Chinese and Chino-European influences, with every detail—from the antique doors to the rainwater catchment system—carefully considered for both beauty and function. As Pornthip reflects, “I had to work around architects and contractors as well as my management team of engineers and consultants to make my dream a reality, but I was so new at this I did not know how to read a blueprint and drawings. That experience made me determined to learn all I could to fully understand everything or at least the most fundamental things involved in construction as quickly as possible”. Her commitment to learning and attention to detail is evident in features such as the 300,000-litre underground rainwater storage and the estate’s passive cooling system, which keep the retreat cool and sustainable year-round.
Chivitr’s operations today are ingrained in its founder’s philosophy: to ignite life-enhancing activities for body, mind, and spirit, focusing on prevention and sustainable health. The retreat offers bespoke wellness programs that combine Traditional Chinese Medicine, Applied Traditional Thai Medicine, and modern integrative therapies, all tailored to individual needs following thorough consultations with experienced practitioners. “We promote a healthy lifestyle that will blend in with people’s real lives,” Pornthip explains, emphasising that guests are encouraged to acquire practical, healthful tips and routines they can sustain beyond their stay. Daily activities range from mindful walks around the lake to yoga, meditation, and hands-on culinary experiences using organic, locally sourced ingredients—embodying her belief that “what we eat defines how we live our lives (we are what we eat)”.
The heart of Chivitr, according to Pornthip, is not just in its physical beauty but in its purpose: “I’m focused on a healthy body, peaceful mind, and great spirit. Health means different things to different people. Taking time to define what health means to us and what we are willing to do or give up doing to bring better health into our lives. Investing in one’s health now can pay dividends for the rest of one’s life”. Her journey, marked by perseverance, gratitude, and a passion for helping others, is reflected in every aspect of Chivitr’s thriving operations. She often reminds guests and staff, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
Today, Chivitr is a living embodiment of Pornthip’s values—offering lasting serenity, reconnection with nature, and the tools for lifelong well-being to a global community.
Founder
Pornthip Noppakoon, Founder of Chivitr
For over 25 years, Or has been passionate about learning and developing protocols for good health and well-being. Over the past decade, her focus has evolved through experience, dedication, and unwavering commitment. This combination inspired her vision to conceptualise and create Chivitr (ชีวิต), which means ‘life’ in Thai. Her first proud venture, a luxury retreat in Phuket, Thailand, opened its doors on 08-08-2016.
The unique design of Chivitr, blending Chinese and European architecture and interior furnishings, harmoniously aligns with its core philosophy—integrating the healing wisdom of Eastern traditions with the scientific rigour of Western medicine and laboratory research.
Or’s primary purpose in creating Chivitr Wellness & Retreat is to guide and advise individuals on their journey towards sustainable health, using a Lifestyle and Functional Medicine approach combined with applied knowledge and a positive mindset. She inspires others to make meaningful changes to their lifestyle, improving long-term health and strengthening both body and mind as they pursue their personal goals.
Or’s genuine intention has enabled her to bring together a team of specialists and professionals in integrative medical treatments and therapies, all of whom share her vision, philosophy, and core values. Together, they offer true wellness and wholeness to everyone who visits Chivitr.

CONTACT US
CHIVITR WELLNESS RETREAT
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14/106 Moo 1, Rawai, Muang
Phuket, 83130, Thailand - info@chivitr.com
- +66 (0) 76 388838
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