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flotation tank

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flotation tank, chamber
n
(Medicine / Complementary Medicine) an enclosed ventilated tank filled with a saline solution at body temperature, in which a person floats in darkness in order to relax or meditate


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This unusual form of meditation is akin to sensory deprivation, whereby a blindfolded and ear-muffed person is suspended inside a soundproof flotation tank and cut off from all the distracting stimuli of the external world.
For mums who like to try new methods of relaxing an unusual experience can be had inside a flotation tank.
Included in the package is accommodation and the use of its modern spa facilities (includes the hydrotherapy pools, aroma sauna and flotation tank at the Sanctuary Spa), a welcome arrival drink, full South African breakfast daily, complimentary daily newspaper and transfers and access to the nearby Virgin Active health club, with fitness classes, squash and tennis courts and a 25 metre indoor heated pool.
 
 
 
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