Discover the Best Yoga Retreats in India 2022
India is waiting for you.
Traveling here often ends up in a significant transformative experience.
Yoga and spirituality is in everything in India making it the place to explore yourself and yoga.
This is the land where you can take the time to explore further your mind, body and spirit balance.
To go deeper into your practice and see where the journey will take you.
The main places to go to enjoy a yoga retreat in India are spiritual Rishikesh, the beach villages of Goa and the enchanting land of Kerala, although there are many other places for you to explore if you feel the calling.
All these places are so different. Rishikesh is such a spiritual place.
In the Himalayan foothills in the north with the River Ganges in the center of the town as it's focal point.
Connection to spirit is in everything here.
Goa is a popular tourist destination with more the feel of a Southeast Asian island, with a calm and relaxed pace, unlike the rest of India. It's all about it's wide beaches and small villages dotted along the coast.
Kerala is far removed again, making it easy to lose yourself in your journey here in the very south of India on the Arabian Sea, with it's lush green land around canals and backwaters, and it's wide palm-lined beaches.
Wherever you go this is the place to spend time on meditation with your yoga.
Mother India. Home of Yoga. India Awaits you.
What is so unique about yoga in India
Yoga is a way of life here. It leads people's routine, behaviour and actions on a daily basis,
both on and off the mat. The yogic lifestyle and philosophy are fundamental tenets to the
way of living, giving life meaning and connection to spirit and others. To think that you
never understood the practice in the first place.
India is the place to deepen your connection to self, others and yoga. In India it is very
common for traditional Hatha yoga and meditation techniques to be practiced daily, along
with an adherence to Ayurvedic principles and religious beliefs. Yoga and life are not
separate here.
Spiritual Encounters
A feature of travelling throughout India is that you have the opportunity to make where you
stay your actual retreat. So rather than join a specific event over a period of time you can
make the decision to live with a group of people in an ashram.
Here you can deepen you yoga and meditation immensely as the disciplines are immersed
in the way of life and everyday routine. By staying here you will grow and develop in many
ways you did not foresee.
In Hindu texts the ultimate aim of spiritual life is to let go of every attachment, and
ultimately of ego. This is known as the path of the sadhu. You will see Sadhus everywhere
in India wearing their saffron-coloured clothing which symbolises the sannyasa (the
reunification of worldly possessions).
This journey of letting go is not easy or quick and so it is broken down into four stages, this
is what the name ashram refers to. The Sadhus are known as the fourth Ashram. For the
spiritually seeking yogi the first stage makes up your initial pilgrimage to India and the
integration into a small community of like-minded individuals who wish to start this journey
together in an Ashram.
Ayurveda Retreats
This ancient healing practice often features as a component in all types of retreat
packages. The focus is on holistic transformation through Ayurvedic
treatments, routine, practice of yoga and meditation and the adoption
of an Ayurvedic diet.
A yogic lifestyle is a core part of the daily living and lifestyle practices in India.
It is such an honour to be able to immerse yourself in the culture and habits of Indians, to
live life on a daily basis with a focus on the wellness of mind, body and spirit.
The eternal search for our personal and universal truth and knowledge is just the
same as the search for wellness. One process of this journey is attending a wellness
retreat with the objective of rejuvenation and nourishment of the soul.
Just as much a part of these experiences is the search for knowledge, change
and growth.
Yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic treatments are often the core activities of these retreats.
India offers so many opportunities to embark on self-love healing practices through
realization and enlightenment on a yoga holiday, which is at the heart of what wellness
really is.
There are many different types of detox packages to find here, from the light refreshing
vegetarian or juice detox cleanses, through to the more dramatic Ayurveda-based
Panchakarma experiences.
Detox retreats in India are very popular and so you are spoilt for choice of where and what
to do. A detox retreat is a perfect gateway to a more encompassing yogic lifestyle to
provide you with clarity and new perspectives.
India is undoubtedly the home of the budget retreat, a budget-friendly country that
offers the largest choice of affordable options on the planet. If not here then
where else could you find all this wonderful choice to spend time with beautiful
people in tribes in holy places on the most sacred paths.
Yoga Holidays will be at retreat centers with daily yoga classes, meditation and
vegetarian meals to cover your simple needs.
From there you can add extra activities you are interested in such as nature touring,
trekking, white water rafting, Yoga Nidra, detoxification of the mind and body, yoga
certification, guided meditation workshops, or whatsoever you feel drawn to.
On wellness retreats in Rishikesh the choice of activity is abundant as this is the spiritual
city where yogis make a pilgrimage to, to this place with the holy Ganges flowing through
it's heart. Yoga, meditation and a spiritual awakening are what gives this area purpose.
There are such great teachers, schools, workshops, classes, practitioners
and community everywhere here, and all with the possibility of different
pathways to learning.
More than an Ayurvedic diet and traditional Hatha yoga on a yoga meditation
retreat with a respect of a yogic lifestyle, if you are feeling adventurous then you may
want to seek out trips into the Himalaya, and the awe-inspiring beauty and mystery
that surrounds them. In the foothills surrounding Rishikesh the landscape
is enthralling, with biodiverse river beds, wild flower season, vibrant forests
and fast flowing rivers.
Luxury Retreats in India
India isn't only for backpackers. There are the most beautiful retreats at destination
wellness spas in stunning settings, running excellent programs at resorts and hotels for you
to choose your own perfect yoga holiday to match. These centres offer luxury
accommodations, professionally run classes and programs and incredible spa treatments
to indulge in.
Spiritual Retreats in India
India is all about spirituality, the yogic lifestyle, holy practices and places, the eternal
search for truth and enlightenment. Every year spiritual seekers flock here to find out what
they are looking for. It is a place where answers are hidden and journeys are started plus
furthered. With this backdrop of spirituality and essence of everything you can find many
spiritual retreats to replenish and nourish the soul and be part of your journey.
More often than not these will center around yoga, meditation, the lifestyle of the yogi and
the beautiful guiding lights of yoga philosophy that bring peace, harmony and growth.
Mind, body and spirit are always a big focus of yoga holidays in India. Come join the fun!
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Well that all depends on the program type , duration, retreat center and the type of accommodation included.
India is generally the most affordable place to attend a yoga retreat. Having said that there are luxury yoga retreat centers in India too.
Whether you opt for rustic budget or a luxury yoga hotel this is Mother India so a spiritual & meditative experience awaits you.
Partners provide great information quickly to help you make a decision. So if you are considering attending a retreat in India this week or next then please send an inquiry on the retreat that interests you most.
With regards time of year to travel the monsoon generally comes through from July to October. The scale of the rains all depends where you are, with the south usually receiving much more rain.
The best time to visit India is November to March. It is also the busiest time.
If you are looking at booking in high season such as December and January in Goa or Kerala then it is advisable
to plan and book well in advance to avoid disappointment. We can help you with making these arrangements.
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