non-group tour
RESET MIND BODY & SOUL at MOUNT ABODE NATURE RETREAT
Nestled close to an old heritage village and sitting on top of the mighty Shivalik Ranges, overlooking the majestic Ganga and gazing to the serence snowcapped peaks of the Himalayas, is a place that seeks to reclaim the serenity and peace that resides within.
In pursuit of peace and true happiness, Yash and his team have recreated the beauty of going back in time, to set up an abode where you can relax and enjoy the true worth of life and expand your mind.
Take this moment to breathe in crisp clean clear air, to nourish your soul and your spirit and reflect on how your existence transforms when you allow yourself to blend with nature. Add as many days as you like, we promise you won’t want to leave!
TOUR START DATE
On Request
START LOCATION
Rishikesh, India
TOUR END DATE
On Request
END LOCATION
Rishikesh, India
HIGHLIGHTS
- The ultimate environment for meditation and yoga. The setting will amplify your spiritual connection and enhance the effects of your yoga and meditation tenfold
- Explore nature in its raw form
- A wildlife lovers paradise for bird watching or spotting barking deer, sambar deer and wild civit
- Feel like you a part of the Milky Way galaxy with stargazing
- Unexplored region that has only been accessible to native villagers up to now
- Learn cooking and agriculture from the locals
- Experience some of the most magical sunrise/sunsets and moonrise/moonsets ever
- Optional professional yoga instructed classes
- Sustainable tourism at its best
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Day 1:
Arrive at the World Yoga Capital, Rishikesh
Arrive in Rishikesh via train (we can organise train tickets at your expense). Our guide will be at the station to greet you upon arrival and take you into Rishikesh town for any personal supplies you might require before heading off to the stunning Mount Abode.
Once ready (get any specific supplies you want before leaving town) you will depart Rishikesh for the 90 min ride through beautiful scenery and small local villages. The road ends at Chandogi Village where you will begin the easy to moderate 1.5km trek to Mount Abode. The trek will reward you with some of the most spectacular views and scenery. Porters will be on hand to carry your backpack if required. You must travel light.
On arrival, you will receive a welcome drink and be given an introduction to the surrounds and accommodation. Accommodation consists of tents with mattress and bedding supplied. Toilets are of western standard and drinking water is available on site. It is advised in the interest of the environment, you bring a reusable water bottle.
Take this time to reset your body, soul and mind. Be open to new experiences and enjoy the complete freedom you will feel in this unique environment your host Yash has created.
Accommodation: Mount Abode.
Meals: Dinner.
Activities: Transfer to Mount Abode.
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Day 2:
Restoration Of Mind, Body & Soul
Over the next few days, you can fill your time with any of the following activities you wish to participate in:
- Yoga & meditation
- Relax on a hammock overlooking the Ganga River below
- Stunning landscape and wildlife photography
- Explore the magic of making music
- Cooking or gardening with the locals
- Playing board games
- Bird watching and wildlife spotting (binoculars provided)
- Do nothing and simply be in nature
- Stargazing at the Milky Way
- Get to know the locals
Accommodation: Mount Abode.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Activities: N/A
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Day 3:
Date A Novel On A Hammock
If today is your last day you will depart Mount Abode and make your way back to Chandogi Village where your transport will be waiting. You will be transferred back to the train station in time for your departure.
If you have chosen to stay on, continue to relax and enjoy all on offer. You may decide to take a guided tour of the local village (own expense) and see how the locals work and live.
There is plenty of time to grab that novel you’ve been wanting to read. Choose a hammock and spend the day in total awe of the environment you are in. Don’t forget to look up and check out the view, watch for eagles flying high or catch a glimpse of one of the many superbly coloured birds that call the area home.
Accommodation: Mount Abode.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Activities: N/A
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Day 4:
Learn To Cook Authentic Indian Food
You may be up for some immersion into the local food culture today. Spend the morning with the chef, choosing ingredients from the garden before being the sous chef, helping and learning a new recipe to take home and replicate.
An authentic traditional Indian massage is available and may be well on the cards after the previous days of yoga.
Simply savour all that is Mount Abode.
Accommodation: Mount Abode.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Activities: N/A
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Day 5:
Namaste
Time for fond farewells. You will depart Mount Abode and make your way back to Chandogi Village where your transport will be waiting. You will be transferred back to the train station in time for your departure.
As you reflect back on Mount Abode you will remember all of the simplicity and special people that made this a truly memorable stay. The people you met, the silence you experienced, the ultimate freedom felt and we hope you can take some of the peace and serenity back and incorporate it into your daily life.
Accommodation: Mount Abode.
Meals: Breakfast.
Activities: Transfer back to train station.
