28 Day Ayurvedic Panchkarma Treatment and Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh, India
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Yoganandham Yoga School in Rishikesh offers a 28-day panchkarma and detox retreat that provides a rejuvenating experience to your body and mind. This retreat is a combination of Ayurveda and yoga. You will be experiencing daily two hours of Ayurvedic treatment, which will purify your outer body as well as the inner body.
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Ayurvedic consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor
- Ayurvedic diet as prescribed by the doctor
- Ayurvedic treatments under the supervision of the doctor
- Ayurvedic medicines prescribed by the doctor
- Daily yoga sessions
- Daily meditation sessions
- 27 nights luxury accommodation in mountains
- 3 delicious yogic meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Jolly Grant Airport (US$ 25 per person)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (US$ 75 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Gym
- Health Club
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga studio
- Conference room
- Free parking
- Library
- Parking lot
- Tour assistance
During the course, you will be staying at Yoganandham - A School of Yoga Learning. The school has a yoga studio, a dining area, a reception, and a wonderful garden surrounded by mountains.
Yoganandham Yoga School offers single and double rooms based on the student’s requirements. Every room has an attached bathroom with a Western toilet and hot shower, and a cozy seating area that provides picturesque views.
The rooms for the yogis are well-maintained and clean. They offer bedsheets, pillows, bath towels, toilet paper, a blanket, and toiletries. High-speed Wi-Fi is activated in all properties, which will keep you connected.
Yoganandham Rishikesh offers a connection to nature with luxurious accommodation. The location is close to nature, which gives you an opportunity to explore it, with a lot of natural trails and an amazing river stream that is just a five-minute walk away from the location, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the tranquil essence of their spiritual journey.
Program
The 28-day panchakarma program is designed to provide a deep level of detoxification and purification to the body, mind, and spirit. It aims to remove accumulated toxins and impurities from the body and restore balance to the doshas (vata, pitta, and kapha) to promote optimal health and well-being.
In addition to the five primary treatments, the program typically includes other Ayurvedic therapies, such as abhyanga (massage), shirodhara (oil pouring on the forehead), swedana (herbal steam therapy), and dietary and lifestyle recommendations.
This retreat also includes daily two hours of yoga sessions in which you will be practicing traditional-style Hatha yoga and meditation sessions.
How it begins
The program begins with an initial consultation with an experienced Ayurvedic doctor, who will assess the patient's health and well-being and design a customized treatment plan. During the program, the patient will undergo a series of treatments and therapies, which will be tailored to their specific needs and goals.
Benefits
The benefits of the program are numerous and include improved digestion, increased energy and vitality, enhanced immune function, reduced stress and anxiety, and relief from chronic health conditions such as arthritis, asthma, and diabetes.
What will happen in 28 days?
A 28-day panchakarma treatment is a longer and more comprehensive program that allows for a deeper detoxification and rejuvenation of the body. The schedule may vary depending on the individual's needs, but here is a general outline of what a typical 28-day panchakarma treatment schedule might look like:
Purva karma
- Initial consultation with an Ayurvedic practitioner
- Recommendations for a special diet and lifestyle changes to prepare for the panchakarma treatment
- Snehana (herbal oil massage) and swedana (herbal steam bath) to open up the channels and prepare the body for the elimination of toxins
Main panchakarma therapies
- Basti (medicated enemas) to eliminate toxins from the colon and promote healthy bowel movements
- Nasya (nasal drops) to eliminate toxins from the head and neck region
- Virechana (purgation therapy) to eliminate toxins from the small intestine and promote healthy digestion
- Shirodhara (warm oil poured on the forehead) to calm the nervous system and promote relaxation
- Other therapies as recommended by the Ayurvedic practitioner, such as PindaSweda (herbal poultice massage) or NetraTarpana (eye treatment)
Paschat karma
- Recommendations for a post-panchakarma diet and lifestyle to maintain the benefits of the treatment
- Follow-up consultations with the Ayurvedic practitioner to monitor progress and make further recommendations if necessary
- Gentle yoga, meditation, and other practices to support the body and mind after the intensive detoxification process
Throughout the 28-day program, the individual may also participate in group activities such as daily meditation, yoga sessions, cooking classes, nature walks, or workshops on Ayurvedic principles and practices.
Daily schedule
- 07:00 - 07:45 Meditation session
- 07:45 - 08:00 Shatkarma
- 08:15 - 09:15 Yoga session
- 09:15 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 12:00 Ayurvedic treatments
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
- 14:00 - 16:00 Leisure time
- 16:00 - 17:00 Evening walk
- 17:00 - 18:00 Herbal tea time
- 18:00 - 19:00 Pranayama and meditation
- 19:00 - 20:00 Soup and dinner time
The duration of daily yoga classes can be increased if required. The daily schedule is subject to change depending on weather conditions. The schedule may also be adjusted as needed based on the individual's response to the treatments and any other health concerns that may arise.
Included excursions
A weekly excursion that adds activities like white river rafting, temple treks, trekking, Ganga Aarti, meditation by the river, and river beach outings can be expected.
- Visit to ancient temples and Ganga Aarti in Rishikesh
- Trekking in the mountains to a beautiful temple
- Meditation session next to the river
Instructors
Yogacharya Manish Arora
Yogacharya Manish Arora is a founder of Yoganandham (A School of Yoga Learning). He is well known and loved for the classes he teaches such as yoga philosophy, Hatha yoga, and teaching methodology sessions for yoga teacher training students. His aim is to teach ancient and authentic teaching methods of yoga practice in the traditional yoga styles which bring the essence of mastery. Yogi Manish teaches with all his experience and knowledge to all the yoga learners with humility and sincerity, but also with positive thoughts and meticulousness.
Ayurvedacharya G.L. Arora
Dr. G.L Arora is one of the famous Ayurvedic doctors in Rishikesh. He has experience of more than 40 years in teaching Ayurveda. He has been teaching Ayurveda in different universities and colleges in India and abroad.
Tanvi Dang
A doctor by profession, she is a master in anatomy and Ayurveda with 5 years of experience.
Vaibhav Arora
Vaibhav Arora is a meditation and pranayama teacher at Yoganandham Rishikesh. Immersed in yogic practices from an early age, Vaibhav has been on the path of yoga and spirituality since childhood. Being born and raised in a traditional family in northern India gave him the surroundings that naturally led him to a yogic lifestyle.
Location
The yoga center is located in the lap of nature in Bairagarh, Mohan Chatti. The accommodation has a beautiful view of serene mountains. There are also many trails nearby for peaceful walks in nature.
Features
Activities
- Gym
- Health Club
General
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga studio
Services
- Conference room
- Free parking
- Library
- Parking lot
- Tour assistance
Food
The food that will be provided will be hygienic and well-prepared yogic food. Pure vegetarian meals will be served according to the principles of Ayurveda, and you will be expected to be fully devoted and obey all the guidelines and disciplines of the yogic path during your training so that you may get the best benefits.
Yoganandham provides healthy and light breakfasts, which is the best way to start your day. It includes a fresh juice or milkshake with bread and butter served with some tea, and one Indian breakfast dish such as poha, pourage, etc.
At lunch, they serve a complete, full meal, which will provide you with energy for the whole day. Typically, this will include one healthy salad, fresh seasonal vegetables, lentils, rice, and chapati. At dinner, they will provide light food, which will include soup, different salads each day, healthy vegetables, lentils, and chapattis.
Ayurvedic food
Yoganandham's doctors and chef carefully tailored a diet plan to support your unique constitution and the specific panchakarma treatments that you will receive. Here's a closer look at the three essential meals offered during panchakarma:
1. Sadvritta - Breakfast
Begin your day with a gentle and nurturing breakfast. Sadvritta, the morning meal, is designed to awaken your digestive fire without overburdening it. It includes options like warm herbal teas infused with ginger or cumin.
For those permitted by their Ayurvedic practitioner, some fresh fruits, fresh fruit juice, and a small serving of cooked oatmeal or rice porridge with delicate spices like ginger and cumin can provide sustenance. This breakfast sets the tone for a day of rejuvenation and detoxification.
2. Mridu ahara - Lunch
Lunch is the most substantial meal of the day during panchakarma. Mridu ahara is all about nourishing your body with easily digestible, freshly prepared foods. A balanced meal may consist of grains like rice, complemented by cooked vegetables and lentils or mung dal.
Ghee, a form of clarified butter, is commonly used for cooking and flavoring as it aids digestion and is well-tolerated. Incorporating digestive spices such as ginger, cumin, and coriander can enhance both flavor and wellness.
3. Sadvritta - Dinner
Dinner in the panchakarma regimen is a lighter affair, designed to ensure a peaceful night's rest. Sadvritta consists of foods that are easily digested and are to be consumed at least three to four hours before bedtime. This may include light options such as vegetable soups, herbal teas, and steamed vegetables seasoned with mild spices and two chapattis.
A light dinner supports a restful night, allowing your body to recuperate and rejuvenate as you prepare for the next day's treatments.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Yogic
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
- Rafting
- Bungee jumping
- Rishikesh tour with guide
What's included
- Ayurvedic consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor
- Ayurvedic diet as prescribed by the doctor
- Ayurvedic treatments under the supervision of the doctor
- Ayurvedic medicines prescribed by the doctor
- Daily yoga sessions
- Daily meditation sessions
- 27 nights luxury accommodation in the mountains
- Daily three delicious yogic meals
- Free Wi-Fi
What's not included
- Flights
- Transport from and to the airport
- GST
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jolly Grant Airport
15 km
Transfer not provided
Indira Gandhi International Airport
209 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 25% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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