Yoga & Meditation Retreat In The Himalayas
Yoga & Meditation Retreat In The Himalayas
Uttarakhand
Location
Uttarakhand
Duration
6 days
Max Altitude
12100 ft
Trekking
22 km
Grade
Easy
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Monday–Saturday: 10 AM to 06 PM (GMT +5:30)
Location
Uttarakhand
Duration
6 days
Max Altitude
12100 ft
Trekking km
22 km
Grade
Easy
Get in Touch with Our Trek Expert
Monday–Saturday: 10 AM to 06 PM (GMT +5:30)
Overview
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Why is Yoga & Meditation Retreat a Must-Do?
A Winter Trekking and Yoga & Meditation Retreat combines the exhilarating experience of trekking in the snow-covered Himalayan landscapes with the serenity and mindfulness of yoga and meditation. This unique retreat offers a perfect blend of adventure and spiritual rejuvenation, allowing participants to connect with nature and themselves in a profound way. The retreat is typically conducted in the Dayara Bugyal Trek and spans over 6 days.
Our Yoga Retreat comes with a combination of Yogic practices and trekking in the Himalayas. In this specially designed retreat, you can feel the breathtaking scenery of the Himalayas while indulging in meditation and yogasanas at a high altitude and in front of some of the most amazing mountain views. Yoga and meditation are a great way to free your mind from worry and stress and with nature surrounding you in the divine environment, you can reconnect with nature and experience ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation. Have a magical experience in the snow-clad mountains.
Highlights
Daily yoga practices
Yoga is a divine journey of self-realization and personal growth and when you are practising in the midst of nature, it brings you closer to your own wisdom and source of happiness. Nature is one of the biggest medicines and a refreshing trek paired with spiritual practices in the Himalayan mountains is a life-changing experience.
Sattvic meals
Sattvic diet has a great influence on our consciousness and such a diet brings about purity, harmony, health, and well-being. Such a diet includes seasonal fruits and vegetables, whole grains, pulses, sprouts, dried nuts, etc. and the food is cooked and eaten with love and gratitude.
Rest and reflection sessions
The self-reflection sessions help you identify and let go of negative beliefs and thoughts. In yoga practices, self-reflection is an integral part that leads to the visceral awareness of your inner divinity.
Trekking in the Himalayas
Yogic practitioners believe that mountains reveal to us the ancient rhythms of Earth and thus hiking and trekking have a profound impact on your body, mind, and spirit. The scenic beauty of the mountains and encountering the culture deepens our connection to the earth and enriches the sense of community. Stable, solid, and unmoving mountains show us the true meaning of life and the Himalayas are a haven for nourishing the mind, body, and soul.
Dehradun to Natin Village
- 05:30 – Group meet up at Dehradun.
- 06:00 – Start driving from Dehradun to Natin Village.
- Transportation Amount is not included in the trek cost.
- Altitude: 7400 ft.
- Distance: 180 kms, 5/6 hours.
Orientation, Yogic Practices & Acclimatization
- 07:00 – Yogic Cleansing Practice, Asana, Pranayama & Meditation.
- 09:30 – Sattvic Breakfast.
- 12:00 – Day activity.
- 14:00 – Sattvic Lunch.
- 14:30 – 16:30 – Rest & Reflection.
- 16:30 – Refreshments.
- 17:00 – 18:30 – Gentle Yoga/Yoga Nidra.
- 19:30 – Dinner.
- 20:00 – 21:00 – Satsang/ Cultural activity/Bonfire.
Embark on Himalayan Immersion
- 07:00 – Yogic Cleansing Practice, Asana, Pranayama & Meditation.
- 09:30 – Sattvic Breakfast .
- 10:00 – Natin to Gui/ Chilapada.
- Altitude – 7400 to 9500 ft.
- Distance – 3.5 kms will take 4-5 hours.
- Easy trail. Gradual ascend throughout.
- Stay in the middle of the majestic Himalayan ranges on the meadows.
- 19:30 – Dinner.
- 20:00 – 21:00 – Satsang.
- Night Stay in Tents.
Chilapada to Dayara top and back to Gui
- Altitude: 9,800ft to 12,100ft to 7,400 ft.
- Distance is 6 km, 6-7 hours.
- Easy to Moderate trail.
- Packed lunch on the way.
- Carry enough water, only one water source near the top.
- Massive views of many peaks and Dodital range from top.
Descend to Natin Village
- 07:00 – Pranayama & Meditation.
- 09:00 – Sattvic Breakfast.
- 10:00 – Start descent for Natin Village.
- 13:00 – Lunch on the way.
- 16:00 – Refreshments.
- 16:30 – Yin Yoga/ Group Discussion/ Group Activity.
- 17:30 – Herbal Tea.
- 19:30 – Sattvic Dinner .
- 20:00 – 21:00 – Satsang/Musical Night/ Reflections.
Gangotri Darshan, Excursion, Gangnani, and Departure to Dehradun
- 07:00 – 08:30 –Asana, Pranayama, Concluding Ceremony.
- 09:00 – Sattvic Breakfast.
- 09:30 – Leave for Gangotri.
- Gangotri to Dehradun.
Note:
- Keep a buffer day in your travel plan.
- If buffer day is not used in the travel then it can be used to Explore Dehradun.
- Read the article Things to do in Dehradun.
- Distance, Altitude, and Trekking hours are approximate and r...
- Pulse rate at rest must be in between (60 to 100 beats per minute).
- Blood Pressure Reading must be in between (DIASTOLIC 75 – 85, SYSTOLIC 100 - 130 mm Hg).
- Respiratory rate at rest must be in between (12 to 20 breaths per minute).
- Should not have Liver and kidney issues.
- Should not have Diabetes Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Heart problems, Hypertension, etc.
- No pacemaker implant.
- People with Sinus issues, Epilepsy please contact to trek coordinator before booking the trek.
- If your BMI is not normal, Please contact our Trek coordinator before Trek booking.
Medical & Disclaimer Form (Mandatory Documents) Click here to download Medical & Disclaimer Form
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Pick-Up Information
- It is essential for everyone to arrive at Prince Chowk, Dehradun (06:00 am).
- Once you have reached Dehradun, TTH will manage the rest of your travel arrangements, if you have opted for TTH's pick-up service, you can select this option during the booking process by adding it as an add-on.
Options to Reach Dehradun
First, you can arrive at Delhi, Dehradun Airport or Chandigarh. The journey from these locations to Dehradun is explained below.
1. Take an overnight train from Delhi to Dehradun.
2. Take a bus to Dehradun ISBT from Delhi Kashmiri gate ISBT or Chandigarh Sector 17 Bus stand, and then take local transport to the pickup point (Prince Chowk).
Delhi to Dehradun - 250km | 6hr.
Chandigarh to Dehradun - 220km | 5hr
The distance from the Dehradun Bus Stand (ISBT) to the Railway Station is 6 km, without traffic, it will take 15 minutes.
( We always recommend to go for the govt. Buses over the private ones outside the bus station as based on the experience we have found that there are very high chances of delay involved with private buses. Also, govt. Buses are always more reliable. Whichever bus you choose, just make sure to reach Dehradun at least by 05:30 am positively. )
3. Take a flight to Dehradun airport (Jolly Grant Airport), then from the Airport to Prince Chowk, Dehradun Distance is 30km and it will take around 1 hr( if coming by flight then reach one day early).
Drop-Off Information
- The designated drop-off point is Prince Chowk, Dehradun.
- Arrive in Prince Chowk by 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
- Please consider planning your subsequent travel arrangements after 9:00 pm.
- The distance from the Railway Station to Dehradun Bus Stand (ISBT) is 6 km, it will take approx 25 minutes.
- The distance from Railway Station to Dehradun Airport is 30km, it will take approx 1hr.
- It's highly advisable to keep a buffer day in your travel plan. If the buffer day is not needed, it can be used to explore Dehradun/Mussoorie/Rishikesh.
( If you prefer to travel independently to Base camp and don't want to take TTH's pick-up service, you can either take a government bus or book a private cab from Dehradun. Your trek coordinator will provide guidance on how to arrange for the bus or cab booking. )
TTH offers comfortable transportation through Tempo Traveler, Bolero, or equivalent vehicles. If you wish to upgrade your mode of transportation, please contact your trek coordinator for further assistance.
1. Accommodation (as per the itinerary):
- Guest houses (twin sharing basis).
- Camping during the trek (Twin sharing basis).
2. Meals (Veg + Egg):
- Day 1 dinner to Day 6 breakfast.
3. Support:
- 1 Versatile base camp manager: handles communication and deploys extra manpower in emergencies.
- 1 Mountaineering & First aid qualified professional trek Leader.
- 1 Experienced high altitude chef.
- Local experienced guides (Number of guides depending on the group size).
- Enough support staff.
4. Trek equipment:
- Sleeping bag, Sleeping liners (if required), Mattress, Utensils.
- 3 men all season trekker tent (twin sharing), Kitchen & Dining tent, Toilet tent.
- Camping stool, Walkie talkie.
- Ropes, Helmet, Ice axe, Harness, Gaiters & Crampon (if required).
5. First aid:
- Medical kit,Stretcher,Oxygen cylinder,Blood pressure monitor,Oximeter,Stethoscope.
6. Transportation (as per the itinerary):
- Transport from Dehradun to Natin and return.
- Gangotri sightseeing.
7. Mules/porters to carry the central luggage.
8. Cloakroom facility available at the base camp for additional luggage
9. All necessary permits and entry fees, Upto the amount charged for Indian
10. Services from Dehradun and return.
Trek Essentials
Cancellation Terms
To request a cancellation, please email us at info@trekthehimalayas.com using your registered email ID.
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund Options
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% trek fee cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek.
Refund Options
- No cash refund
- 20% trek fee cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% trek fee cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend
- To reschedule a trek (same trek only), a 30 % rescheduling fee of the trek cost will apply.
Cancellation Policy (Emergency Cases):
In case of a death in the immediate family (parents, siblings, spouse, children) or if the trekker is hospitalized (min. 48 hours) or suffers a fracture (leg/arm) within a week before the trek, even if canceled a day before:
90% trek fee refund in cash & 10% as a voucher (valid for 1 year, for any India trek).
Valid documents required. We’re here to support you during tough times.
Note:
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by TTH
- TTH holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice
Booking and Payments
- The Participant is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all details, including Trip dates and personal documentation, at the time of booking.
- Payments must be made in accordance with the timelines and instructions provided by TTH. Late payments may result in cancellation of booking without refund.
- In the event of a cash refund, only the portion of the payment made in cash shall be eligible for refund in cash. Any booking made using voucher, discounts, promotional codes, or through any non-cash mode of payment shall not be eligible for a cash refund under any circumstances.
- Refunds, if applicable, shall be processed within 15–30 working days of confirmation.
- All add-on bookings are subject to the respective add-on cancellation policy, and refunds will be processed accordingly.
- Voucher Terms
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Trek The Himalayas
- The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Trek The Himalayas in India
- To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id
- All the other Terms of booking a trek with Trek The Himalayas are applicable to the voucher
Itinerary and Modifications
- TTH reserves the right to modify, shorten, or cancel any part of the Trip due to transportation delays, weather, health emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances including Force Majeure.
Cancellations and Refunds
- No refunds or vouchers, partial or otherwise, shall be provided for voluntary withdrawal, non-utilisation of services, or removal from the Trip.
- If TTH cancels the Trip before arrival at the designated pick-up point due to unforeseen circumstances or Force Majeure, the Participant may choose from:
- An alternate Trip/date.
- A credit voucher valid for one (1) year.
- Transfer to another Trip, with cost differences payable by the Participant.
- If the Trip is abandoned post-arrival at the designated pick-up point, no cash refund or voucher shall be issued. The Trek Again Policy may apply at TTH’s discretion.
- TTH shall not be liable for any associated travel costs such as flights, accommodation, or visa fees.
Force Majeure
- Events beyond its control including but not limited to earthquakes, landslides, strikes, curfews, war, pandemic, government restrictions, heavy rainfall or snowfall, windstorms, road blockages, trail disruption, or withdrawal of permits, TTH shall not be held liable for any cancellation, delay, or service modification caused by Force Majeure.
Government employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when they join us for a trekking expedition. As per Pay Commission guidelines, up to 30 days of Special Casual Leave can be availed in a calendar year for trekking or mountaineering expeditions conducted through a registered organisation.
Trek The Himalayas is a registered adventure tour operator with the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) and the Ministry of Tourism (MoT), making your trek eligible for SCL benefits.
To apply, email us at info@trekthehimalayas at least 20 days before the trek departure date, with the following details:
- Trek name and trek date
- Booking details
- Full name
- Designation
- Department and department address
This benefit is exclusive to Indian Government employees and is applicable only for treks within India.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The serene setting of the Himalayas combined with the vibrancy of hiking and spiritual practices makes for an ideal setting for those who are seeking a relaxing and refreshing experience. Our Yoga Retreat is an integrated program, where you get to hike in the wonderful landscapes of the Himalayas, participate in the ancient practice of Yoga, and take in the culture and traditions of the remote Himalayan regions. With lush green forests, scintillating rivers, and awe-inspiring views, the Himalayas beautifully compliments one’s yoga experience.
The Yoga retreat takes place in the popular Dayara Bugyal Trek in Uttarakhand.
Our experienced yoga teachers will guide you through gentle yoga asanas, pranayama, and meditation techniques that will help you release stress, increase flexibility, and improve overall well-being. Along with yoga, we offer guided trekking in the Himalayas, where you can explore the serene beauty of the mountains, soak in the awe-inspiring views of the valleys and glaciers, and connect with nature in its purest form. We also take you on a visit to nearby villages, where you can experience the rich cultural heritage and interact with the friendly locals. At our retreat, we believe that food is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. That's why we serve Sattvic meals, made from fresh, organic, and locally sourced ingredients. Sattvic food is known for its purity, simplicity, and health benefits, and it is an integral part of the yogic lifestyle.
The Himalayan Mountains are no less than a sacred sanctum and practicing Yoga in its healing embrace will invigorate your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. This retreat is perfect for those who want to experience sheer relaxation while witnessing the magnificent beauty of the Himalayas.
No prior experience in Yoga & Meditation is not a must for this retreat.
Bring all the essential items that you bring on a trek like:
1. Trekking shoes: A good pair of trekking shoes is essential for a comfortable trek. Make sure your shoes are well-fitted, sturdy and provide good grip on the trail.
2. Warm Clothing: The weather can be unpredictable in the mountains, so it's important to carry warm clothing, including thermal innerwear, fleece jackets, down jacket, and waterproof jacket.
3. Trekking pants: Carry comfortable and quick-drying trekking pants that are suitable for the weather conditions.
4. Backpack: A good quality backpack with a capacity of 40-50 liters is ideal for carrying your essentials during the trek.
5. Sleeping bag: A good quality sleeping bag is essential for a comfortable stay during the camping nights.
6. Headlamp/Flashlight: Carry a good quality headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries for trekking during early morning or late evening hours.
7. Water bottle: Carry a reusable water bottle and stay hydrated throughout the trek.
8. Snacks: Carry energy bars, dry fruits, and snacks for instant energy during the trek.
9. First aid kit: Carry a basic first aid kit, including band-aids, antiseptic cream, pain relief spray, and medicines for altitude sickness.
10. Sun protection: Carry sunscreen lotion, sunglasses, and a hat to protect yourself from the harsh sun rays.
11. Trekking poles: Trekking poles can help in maintaining balance and reduce the strain on your knees while trekking.
During the retreat, your stay will be arranged in a guesthouse in Natin and then in camps during the trek.
To book your spot in the Yoga and Meditation Retreat, you can visit our website or get in touch with us at info@trekthehimalayas.com
Yoga and Meditation Retreat is a 6-day long trek.
Yes, Sattvic meals are provided during the retreat.
Yoga mats are provided during the retreat but you can bring your own as well.
The Yoga Retreat in itself is a whole and immersive experience where you get to experience both trekking and the ancient practice of Yoga. Altogether it makes a complete Himalayan experience.
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