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Meditation and Yoga Retreat in Nepal
If you would like to experience Nepal, but you're not really that much into hiking, you don't want to walk for hours every day and you prefer to just chill and enjoy some comfort, then this program is for you! In this retreat, you will enjoy wonderful natural surroundings, away from the big tourist centers while practicing yoga. Spend your free time exploring the surroundings or just be. All activities are optional!
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Highlights
- Daily yoga and meditation classes with an experienced teacher
- Practice in a beautiful yoga hall overlooking the lake
- Staying in a beautiful yoga center tucked away in the hills surrounding Pokhara
- Complete peace and quiet with stunning views of the lake and the countryside
- Opportunity to relax or explore the surroundings
- 5 nights accommodation
- Two freshly prepared vegetarian meals per day
- Morning tea or coffee
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Accommodation
You will spend 5 nights in a beautiful new open yoga center in a beautiful natural setting. Close enough to town to explore the buzz and the local culture but far enough to have peace and quiet.
You can choose between sharing a twin room (two single beds) with another guest or having the entire room to yourself. Each room has an en-suite bathroom.
The yoga center has a beautiful spacious yoga hall with a stunning view and all the necessary equipment. There is also a beautiful garden with lush tropical greenery and several common terraces with stunning views over the lake.
If you are planning a longer stay in Nepal and need recommendations or any help with organizing your travels, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Program
You will love this retreat if...
- You are craving some downtime just to be with yourself, enjoy the stunning nature of the Himalayan region, and get a taste of a unique culture
- Spending time in nature away from urban centers is what recharges your batteries
- You are interested in deepening your yoga and meditation practice
- You enjoy being active hiking, swimming, or peddling a boat
- You dream about sunrises and sunsets in the Himalayas and seeing the snowy peaks in that gorgeous golden light
- You are excited to explore a unique culture, a blend of Indian, Tibetan, Newari, and local tribal influences
- Having delicious homemade typical Nepalese vegetarian food can keep your belly happy
- You would love to stay in a yoga center overlooking the Phewa Lake and do yoga in a yoga hall with spectacular views
- You are looking forward to having some peaceful me-time to wind down and reconnect with yourself and nature
Yoga and meditation
You will practice yoga and meditation twice daily, in the morning and afternoon, in a beautiful yoga hall overlooking the hills and the lake. The classes will be 90 mins long and will focus on different aspects of the practice, both physical and spiritual. Marija teaches gentle Hatha yoga, with a lot of emphasis on body awareness and mindful movement, as well as on physical alignment, breath, and focus.
The topic of this retreat is Just Be and throughout the practice, you will explore and investigate the possibility that you can just be without the need to alter or enhance anything in yourself or others. Your allies in this exploration will be the breath, conscious movement, and your power of (self) observation.
There will also be an opportunity to explore some complementary practices, like gong baths and fire ceremonies, or to have a consultation with an Ayurvedic practitioner.
The retreat is suitable for all levels of yoga, and all classes, as well as any other activities, are always optional.
Program
Mornings are reserved for the practice, which will usually take around 90 minutes. You'll have an early start, and after the class, you will have a freshly prepared brunch.
Afternoons offer an array of possibilities. You are always free to take things easy - enjoy a quiet afternoon in the beautiful garden, head down into town to chill by the lake or explore one of the cool cafes.
The retreat also offers several hikes to visit local temples and villages to enjoy the view of the lake and the Himalayas. For real adventurers, My Yogic Adventure can organize tandem paragliding for you in one of the world's most beautiful paragliding spots.
Evenings will see you back in the center, having another shorter class (1 hour) before a delicious home-cooked dinner around 7.00 PM. After dinner, there is free time for everybody.
Depending on the interest of the group, My Yogic Adventure can substitute the evening class for a sound healing session, fire ceremony, or a lecture on yoga philosophy. You will be at the source of yogic teachings, so the options to deepen your practice will be many.
All activities and classes are optional, and everybody is welcome to skip any of them any time they feel like it.
Sample schedule
- 07:30 - 09:00 Morning class
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Free time or daily activity (hiking, paragliding, etc.)
- 17:00 - 18:00 Afternoon class
- 18:30 Dinner
- 19:30 Free time
Instructors
Marija Drezgic
Marija teaches Hatha yoga, infused with some elements of Vinyasa Flow and free movement exploration, with an emphasis on proper alignment, breathing, and focus. Her aim is to help students get a better understanding of their bodies and movements so that they can work together on developing their safe and sustainable personal practice. Meditation is an essential part of her classes. For her, to touch the essence of asana practice is to move mindfully, to develop body awareness and learn how to listen to people's bodies with kindness and understanding.
Location
A yoga retreat in Pokhara offers the perfect blend of physical and spiritual rejuvenation. Pokhara is nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, providing a serene and picturesque setting for practicing yoga and meditation.
In addition to the yoga practice, there are also opportunities to explore the natural beauty of Pokhara, such as hiking in the surrounding mountains and visiting nearby temples and lakes. The retreat is a great way to deepen your yoga practice, connect with like-minded individuals, and unwind in a truly breathtaking setting.
The retreat center is located on a slope above Pokhara Lakeside, offering a magnificent view of Phewa Lake and the surrounding countryside. It’s far enough to never be disturbed by the noise or the crowds but close enough to explore the restaurants, cafes, shops, and the local culture.
Hiring a boat to cross to the other side of the lake or just to enjoy the tranquility of the water is one of the most popular activities. And nobody should miss a visit to the Peace Pagoda, which is not only a beautiful piece of architecture in itself but provides a stunning panoramic view of the snowy Himalayan mountain peaks. For the courageous ones, there is also a possibility of paragliding.
November is the best time to visit Nepal, with clear skies, mild temperatures, and almost no instances of rain. This is also the month of many religious festivals, and this year Tihar (the festival of lights) is happening just two days before the retreat starts.
Food
Two vegetarian meals per day are included in the price of the retreat.
The food at the retreat will be freshly prepared traditional vegetarian Nepalese food made up of local organic ingredients - vegetables, rice, legumes, and fruits. Breakfast will be mostly in the "Western" style, and at dinner time, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy the delicacies of the Nepalese cuisine
If you have any special dietary requirements (vegan, gluten-free, etc.) please make sure to discuss them with My Yogic Adventure prior to booking. The team will try to accommodate everybody, but it is essential that you mention it before booking.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
- Only 15 mins walking to Pokhara town to enjoy beautiful cafes, restaurants, and the buzz of the town
- Hiking to Peace Pagoda to admire the panoramic view of the Himalayas
- Enjoying some easy hikes through the countryside
- Paragliding with the sight of the Himalayas and Phewa Lake
- A visit to a breathtaking sunrise point to witness the first light touching the Himalayas
What's included
- All yoga and meditation classes
- Five nights accommodation in a beautiful yoga center
- Two delicious freshly prepared meals per day
- Morning tea / coffee
- All the taxes
What's not included
- Any drinks
- Any transfers
- Any additional activities (paragliding, renting a boat, etc.)
- Any additional workshops that will not be led by Marija (sound healing, fire ceremony, etc.)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Tribhuvan International Airport
146 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). Airport transfer is not provided.
The only international airport in Nepal is in the capital, Kathmandu. The meeting point for the beginning of this trip is Pokhara and once you are in Pokhara, you can easily take a taxi to reach the retreat center.
You can reach Pokhara from Kathmandu by a short flight, or a bus ride, or you can hire a private car to take you. Please plan to arrive in Pokhara at least one day before the beginning of the retreat, as delays in both flights and bus rides are quite common.
If you need any help with the organization of your travels to reach the retreat or if you would like My Yogic Adventure to (help you) organize other tours while you are in Nepal, don't hesitate to let them know and they will put you in touch with their partners at Green Tara tourist agency.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
