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ZEN-SAI Treatment, Recovery & Wellness Centre

Updated 2026-09-21 · 5,628 reviewed · 264 listed · Scored from 27 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(27) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Medical Wellness & Weight-Loss ClinicsSpa & Wellness RetreatsDetox & Fasting Retreats
ZEN-SAI Treatment, Recovery & Wellness Centre
Location
Durban North, Durban
Services
Medical Wellness & Weight-Loss Clinics, Spa & Wellness Retreats, Detox & Fasting Retreats
Reviews
27
Best for
Adults seeking 21-day residential treatment for addiction or mood disorders with strong nursing support.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-09-21. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-09-21.

What do customers say?

Most reviewers describe attentive staff and meaningful therapy, with many citing Doctor Maharaj, Doctor Uvir, and therapist Angelique as instrumental to recovery. However, several mention poor food quality, mildew in rooms, and unclear house rules; one guest reported no improvement in mental health and deterioration post-stay.

Praised for
  • attentive, caring staff
  • supportive therapy sessions
  • safe recovery environment
  • structured treatment programs
attentive-staffskilled-therapistspeaceful-atmosphereclean-facilities
Best for: Adults seeking 21-day residential treatment for addiction or mood disorders with strong nursing support.

What stands out?

  • Named therapists credited with life-changing outcomes
  • 24-hour medical and nursing staff
  • Mixed-format therapy (one-on-one, group, family)
  • Aftercare follow-up mentioned as available

Worth knowing

  • Doctor Maharaj, Doctor Uvir, and therapist Angelique named in positive outcomes
  • 21-day intensive programme offered
  • Medical detoxification available on-site
  • Private rooms with en-suite and TV mentioned
  • Aftercare program referenced by reviewers
  • Daily kitchen staff and security staff present

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.66 average across the 120 medical wellness & weight-loss clinics businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Ranking Method
Star rating 66
Review volume 63
Review recency 81
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
22
4
1
3
0
2
2
1
2

Frequently asked questions

What is the length of stay?
Their website lists an intensive 21-day programme.
Do you offer aftercare?
Yes; reviewers mention aftercare as part of their commitment to ongoing recovery support.
What staff are on-site?
The centre has doctors, nurses, a social worker, therapists, kitchen staff, and security personnel.
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Last updated 2026-09-21