Yoga Retreat – India

There is ample time for exploring and relaxing in your free time!

The wider Dharamshala region holds a number of exciting cultural and natural attractions.

We are located in the small town of Bhagsu built around a local Hindu temple with fresh spring. Behind this a cascading waterfall, which you can hike up to and sit and enjoy a chai or lunch.

Further up again are the backdrop of the Himalayan mountains which can be explored on foot or by car. Wander freely around the Hamlets and villages of BHAGSU, Dharamkot and McLeod Ganj, these short walks give you a taste of the areas diverse cultures and sights but remain accessible and easy to navigate. There are even a few forests walks along old roads which can be easily accessed for a peaceful and energizing break.

If you have plenty of energy you may want to explore the mountain trails and visit the snow-capped peaks or green forest temples. Some short few hour hikes can be done in the area without a guide whereas for the seasoned hiker there are trails that can be taken over the course of a few days with an organised tour. We can help you arrange this if you wish.

The Tibetan area, McLeod Ganj is just a short 20-minute walk away. Here you can Meander the streets and feel as if you have been transported to Tibet itself. There are temples, prayer wheels and Monks wandering through the streets. All interspersed with cafes serving chai and Indian or Tibetan delicacies. There are book shops, curiosity bizarre and handicraft markets to satisfy every taste.

You can even visit the Dalai Lama temple and listen to one of his talks if you are lucky and your timing is right.

Further down the valley lies the city of Dharamshala with its busy Indian markets, beautiful nature, Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries.  Here you can feel the vibrancy of mountain life and colorful Indian culture.

This is a place unlike any other.  You can lose hours immersing yourself into a world of Buddhist monks, prayer flags and Indian spirituality.