10-DAY YOGA IMMERSION, AYURVEDA & HIMALAYAS TREKKING RETREAT, SHRI KALYANIKA ASHRAM, GRAND HIMALAYAS, INDIA

What Makes This Retreat Special

Conducted in a rare, mystical setting in the Himalayas, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience allowing you to truly dive deep and experience the spirit of yoga in its entirety.

From the magnificence of the location to the vibrations of the Ashram's chants, this is a soulful, transcendental experience of self-development, empowerment, and realization.

During our hike in the magical Himalayas, we will stay in a cottage-style basecamp perched on a hilltop and surrounded by thick oak forest. Participants will wake up by the sounds of nature’s wildlife and fill their senses by the grandeur and breathtaking views of the landscape.

Program

The program starts at 7.00 am on June 23rd, 2023.

Participants need to plan their international travel in a way that they catch the one and only daily flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi to Pantnagar Airport (PGH) at 10.30 am in the morning of July 2nd (all details are listed in the Travel Help section).

You can see our detail program for every retreat day here:

Food

At the Ashram, 3 sattvic vegetarian meals per day, made from local products and dairy (coming from the Ashram’s own cows) are included.

During our trekking, we will enjoy Himalayan cuisine at the basecamp.

Teachers

SWAMI VISHWESHWARANAND

As the Head of Insight at Eclipse, Swami Vishweshwaranand is in charge of conducting all mindfulness & meditation practices.

He is an expert in the ancient wisdom of Yoga & the Eastern Traditions & their translation into modern life practices.

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DEVADATTA BHARDE

Devadatta comes from Pune, India & started practicing Yoga when he was only 13 years old under the guidance of Chandrakant Pangare the Captain and Coach of the Indian Yoga Team and 8 times International Yoga Gold Medallist.

With his natural inclination to the practice, his love and dedication to the yogic path, Devadatta started participating in yoga conferences and competitions by the time he was 14 years old across India and abroad; along the way he won 55 medals out of which 9 in international Yogasana competitions, in Korea, Argentina and Indonesia.

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SUBHENDU ROY

Subhendu comes from West Bengal, India & has been a practitioner of Yoga since his early childhood. Immersed in the practice, it was very clear from the beginning that his purpose is to dedicate his life to Yoga and spread its message.

He started his academic education by earning his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Kalyani University in West Bengal, India and he continued his yogic studies with a two-year Master’s degree in Yoga from the Himalayan Garwal University, Uttarakhand, India. He remains a forever student of philosophy and he currently pursues his Ph.D. in Yoga from the same University.

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10 days / 9 nights

USD $1,990

Star Date: June 23, 2023

End Date: July 2, 2023

Accommodation

Shared Double Room With En-Suite Bathroom

USD$1,990

Shri Kalyanika Ashram's quarters are situated in a tranquil, secluded location within the venue, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding jungle and the Himalayan Mountain Tops when the skies are clear.

The guests wake up by the sounds of the early morning temple bells - where the Arti is performed- and the songs of the endless bird species inhabiting the region.

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Private Room With En-Suite Bathroom

USD$2,090

There is a limited number of rooms with ensuite bathrooms that can be booked for one person.

Shri Kalyanika Ashram's quarters are situated in a tranquil, secluded location within the venue, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding jungle and the Himalayan Mountain Tops when the skies are clear.

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Location

Since the beginning of times, the Himalayas are known as the cradle of Vedic and Yogic civilizations.

The aura of the Himalayan peaks and their wild yet peaceful natural beauty, reflected in their grandeur and mysticism, enthralled and intrigued the yogis, mystics, Tapaswis, scholars, and ascetics from distinct traditions and schools.

Great exponents like Shri Chandracharya of the Udasin Lineage, Shankaracharya of the Advaita Vedanta, Gautama the Buddha, Mahavatar Baba of Kriya Yoga, and many others walked the same path and sought refuge in the mighty yet subtle, stubborn yet transformational, rough yet compassionate embrace of the benevolent Himalayas.

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Eclipse Wellbeing Hub & School

Eclipse is a Holistic Wellbeing Hub & Accredited Yoga School, whose core purpose is to inspire us to explore the path to accessing our thriving nature and celebrate our unique personality, using as avenue a fusion of ancient and modern body-mind practices set to ignite a powerful mind, body, and soul alignment.

Eclipse sets authenticity, quality & passion at the core of its offerings. Those qualities transcend all its pillars which include Body and Mind Practices, RYS Master Courses & Teacher Trainings, Immersion Retreats & Ayurveda Treatments.

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What's Included In This Package

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
  • Daily yoga classes
  • Daily meditation classes
  • Daily pranayama classes
  • Nature hikes with a trusted guide
  • Group excursions/activities
  • Two Ayurvedic Treatments
  • Immersion in the way of life at an Ashram
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Bhakti (Traditional Rituals)
  • Transportation during the retreat
  • Wifi connection

What's Not Included In This Package

  • Travel insurance
  • Flights costs
  • Visa fee
  • Additional treatments and massages (prices vary)

Seasonal information

June is a beautiful, sunny and dry month in the area, with clear blue skies and plenty of sunshine. The temperature is pleasant and ideal for outdoor practice and activities.

The average minimum temperature (usually the minimum temperature is felt during the night) in Almora during June is 13.5°C (56.3°F). The average maximum daytime temperature lies around 29.0°C (84.2°F).

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Weather information

This month is known as a warm month. The average maximum daytime temperature in Almora in June lies at 29.0°C (84.2°F). Usually it is the warmest month of the year. The average minimum temperature goes down to around 19.5°C (67.1°F) (often the minimum temperature is noted at night).

June is part of the rainy season with an average precipitation of 176mm (6.9 inches). There are generally around 12 rainy days.

Electricity and outlets

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Responsible travel

The Ashram is a place of worship and spirituality; it encompasses 21 temples, where rituals take place on a daily basis. There is also a Gurukulam (residential school) in the same area. As such, we request all students to be respectful of the local culture, temple rituals and the wider etiquette followed in the tradition.

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Visa

For requirements regarding tourist visa please research below links:

https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/

https://visa-to-india.com/

https://www.india-easytourism.com/

What to bring

  1. Sets of Yoga Clothing: please ensure you bring comfortable clothing for the Training Programme (for asana & meditation practices); note that only bra-type tops without a shirt on are not allowed at the Ashram. Leggings for yoga are acceptable.

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Additional info about the retreat

Kindly note that with your participation in this Teacher Training Course you are supporting the Ashram’s humanitarian work, including its Gurukulam.

Should you wish to bring along some small gift(s) for the schoolboys of the Gurukulam, you are most welcome to do so. Candies, chocolates, and egg-free sweets are always received with enthusiasm!

How to get there (flights, airport transfers, buses, trains)

There is one daily domestic flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi to Pantnagar airport (PGH).

Students should book this domestic flight on 23.06.2023 in order to arrive timely for the start of the program. After they arrived at Pantnagar Airport, participants will be picked up and transferred to Shri Kalyanika Ashram. The travel time between Pantnagar Airport and the Ashram is approximately 6 Hours by car (113 km).

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10 days / 9 nights

USD $1,990

Star Date: June 23, 2023

End Date: July 2, 2023

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10 days / 9 nights

USD $1,990

Star Date: June 23, 2023

End Date: July 2, 2023