Yoga, Meditation and Trekking Retreat to Nepal

Trip Facts

  • Duration: 15 Days
  • Challenge level : Moderate
  • Max Altitude:3400M
  • Group size :2-16 people People
  • Best TimeSpring / Autumn
  • Destination :Nepal

About Yoga, Meditation and Trekking Retreat to Nepal

 

The purpose of this information pack is to provide you with detailed information that aims to answer all of your questions regarding this amazing journey.

Together Wild Spirit Retreats andAdventure Hub Nepalhave created this fantastic trip combining the skills of both parties to bring you the trip of a lifetime. Adventure Hub Nepal’s mission is to provide an opportunity for people to explore the unique culture, Himalayan environments and adventures of Nepal in a safe and professional way. Co-Directed by Ram Bhandari who is Nepalese and Georgia Bhandari who is from Australia they are able to cater to your every need.

Tess Hynes, director ofWild Spirit Retreatshas been teaching Yoga & embodiment practices for over 11 years. Tess is committed to helping others find physical freedom, inner aliveness and peace. She will be supporting the group with yoga asana, breathing, noble silence & meditation practices as the group moves through the majestic Himalayas.

Everything will be organized for your trip, so you can relax and immerse yourself in the natural splendor of the Himalaya Mountains and spiritual practices. Upon arrival in Nepal, you will be met at the airport in Kathmandu and transferred to your hotel.  

The following day we will drive in a private chartered bus from Kathmandu to Shybrubesi (1,460M) or Dan (Thumbuche)(1780M), which will take approximately 6 hours. We trek upwards to the Lama Hotel which will take us deep into the Tamang Heritage, Langtang area of Nepal and up to the spectacular Langtang village. This will be the perfect way to acclimatize and get used to the Himalayan environments. 

Staying in guesthouses along the way there is time set aside each day for Yoga and Meditation. In the mornings until lunchtime, we will have ‘noble silence’ which means speaking only for vital communication and no chatting until lunch.

Yoga and Meditation Trek to Langtang Valley

The Langtang Valley trek is relatively short but one that runs through rhododendron and bamboo forests, along with a tranquil nature, unique culture and tradition of Tamang and Sherpa ethnicities, Langtang Valley Trek offers you a majestic views of Mt. Langtang Lirung (7227m). The trail gives you the pleasure of experiencing the natural diversity, wildlife, and some of the famous Buddhist monasteries. Furthermore, trekking along the ancient villages, long terraces, sloppy landscapes, and beautiful forest of pine and rhododendron is certainly bound to make your adventurous journey a memorable one which will last a lifetime. This is truly a wonderful trekking, cultural and spiritual retreat experience deep in the heart of the Himalayas of Nepal.

This trip is a mix of mountain adventure and Himalayan culture on the Langtang Trek and is without a doubt an exciting trekking destination into the spectacular Himalayas. The Langtang region is wild with idyllic rural landscape and is rich with cultural heritage of ethnic Nepalese Tamang people. Despite being just a few hours' drive from Kathmandu, this trek takes you off the beaten track and deep into the rural and rugged mountains, high passes and amazing mountain views and landscape dotted with chortens, stupas and prayer flags flapping in the wind. This allows every trekker to marvel at why the country is called a "walker's paradise". This is truly a land of magic, meditation, and shamanism. Langtang is also the region of ancient Tibetan monasteries, rhododendron and bamboo forests, majestic waterfalls and the snow-capped Himalayas.

About Langtang Valley

The trip will be focused on Yoga and Meditation with the beautiful Himalayan environment noble silence to enhance your personal experience in the mountain landscape. Each day there will be time set aside for yoga, meditation with our yoga and meditation instructor, who will be there to guide you along your journey. The 15-day Langtang Valley and Langtang Trek will incorporate yoga, meditation, retreat style facilitation. 

This is a journey with numerous highlights and boasts stunning views of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu and Annapurna massif mountains as far as you can see. The Tamang and Sherpa people living here physically and culturally resemble that of the Tibetan people. Their unique lifestyle is still thriving under their traditional attitudes and way of life and their ancestors are believed to have descended from Tibet many centuries ago. Abundant wildlife, intense forest teaming with wild flowers and animal species, adds interest to this trek for nature lovers.

FIX Departure Date: 13th - 27th  Oct 2023 

Itinerary

This itinerary is intended as a guide only. Local conditions and weather may necessitate variations to the program and can affect the availability of views and panoramas described.
Be aware that all time stated are approximate and may vary with individual and group fitness, weather, Trekking route, river level and road conditions.

Arrive in Kathmandu and be welcomed by your Adventure Hub Nepal (AHN) trip leader at the airport. Transfer to your hotel and relax and recover from your journey. Overnight in hotel in Kathmandu.

Not Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Visit Pashupatinath temple, Buddha Stupa, Patan Durbar Square, and the Patan Museum. After finishing visiting these culture sites you will be dropped back at your hotel. We will meet for our pre-departure meeting which will be between 4- 6 pm to discuss the trip and answer any further questions you may have. Get any last-minute personalized items or gear for the trip. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Not Included: Lunch and Dinner

Early rise and yoga before breakfast. Pack up and then after breakfast we drive in a private chartered bus from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi which will take approximately 6 hours. We will have lunch along the way and then when we arrive spend time acclimatizing and getting familiar with this amazing place. Relax at the lodge to be ready to start you journey the next morning. Overnight in lodge in Shyabrubesi.

Leaving Shyabrubesi after breakfast we begin our journey and trek up into the mountains and along the way experience breathtaking views of the Himalaya. At lunch time we will have time to do some meditation and cultivate stillness of mind and heart in this rich magnificent landscape. Trek in the afternoon to Tatopani (2608m). There are hot springs to enjoy. 

Overnight stay in Guesthouse in Lama hotel  

This will enable our group to become acclimatized to the surroundings and allow time for deep spiritual immersion through yoga and meditation.
Overnight stay in Guesthouse in Langtang village.

Today the trekking will be more familiar, and you will start to get into a routine. Experience the wild rugged terrain and see the local Nepali people living their traditional way of life. Have lunch and then walk along the beautiful track in the afternoon to your destination Kanjin Gumba.

Overnight stay in Guesthouse in Kanjin Gomba.

 

Explore Langtang Village and Gomba/monastery 

The path winds up and down today and will be a big ascent, and you will feel on top of the world with mountainous views in every direction. Enjoy the wildflowers and alpine terrain and experience the friendly waves and greetings of the traditional local people and observe their culture. 

Overnight stay in Guesthouse in Ghoda Tabela.  

We will pause here and spend three nights. This is where we will deepen our retreat immersing in yoga & meditation each day in this beautiful landscape. 

Where we will retreat immersing in yoga & meditation each day this beautiful landscape. You're in for a treat today, as you'll leave the forests and trek along high ridges with gorgeous views for most of the way down to Kanjin monastery and stay three nights here where we will do our yoga meditation retreat in this beautiful place. stay overnight in Ghoda Tabela.

Today will trek down to Thulo Shybru after breakfast. It's pretty straightforward at first, as we pass the town and take a side trail that leads into the side of the mountain. From here, it's a constant downhill as we inch forward slowly and steadily for about five hours. Stop for lunch at our destination which is Thulo Shybru or Dhunche and we can decide either to stay overnight in Thulo Shyabru or Dhunche.
 

 

 

 

We will start early morning with breakfast and then taking an exciting drive which leads uphill to Dhunche town, and then on a winding downhill road reaching the warmer areas of Trishuli Bazaar where we will stop for lunch and then continue with the drive to Kathmandu. After our wonderful trekking, yoga-meditation retreat journey we will then we check into our respective hotels. In the evening we all join in for farewell group dinner in a nice restaurant around Thamel area, overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Not Included:  Dinner

Spend the day doing some shopping and enjoying the sights and sounds of Kathmandu overnight in hotel in Kathmandu.

Not Included: Lunch and Dinner 

It’s your last day in Nepal! Have breakfast, and then take in some last-minute shopping in Kathmandu if you have time. We’ll make sure you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport with plenty time before your flight home. Now, we’ll say our goodbyes and bid you farewell, armed with warm memories and gorgeous photos to show your loved ones.

Not Included: Lunch and Dinner

What's included

Included

  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • Food while out on the trek
  • All the trekking Permits
  • All local and national government taxes
  • Accommodation lodge while you are on the trek and hotel in Kathmandu
  • Transport to and from trekking starting point
  • Satellite phone
  • Comprehensive wilderness first aid kit
  • 4 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu two night before the trek and two nights after trek (we can organize extra nights if people require)
  • Trekking guide and porter
  • All our staff insurance while they are on the trek
  • Twin share room in hotel in Kathmandu

What's Excluded

Excluded

  • Nepalese visa (this costs US$ 65.00 for 30 days and you need two passport size photos) visa can be issued on arrival in Kathmandu international airport.
  • Extra snacks for the trek and meals in Kathmandu
  • International flights to Nepal and return
  • Airport departure taxes
  • Visa and Entry Fee
  • Comprehensives Travel insurance
  • Meals not listed in itinerary
  • Any optional tours or activities during free time
  • Extra Beverages while on the trek etc. Alcohol or soft drinks
  • Meals in Kathmandu
  • Tip for staff who are involved on your journey like trekking guide porter and culture guide

Know Before your travel

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION:

Extend your holiday by booking some pre or post-tour accommodation- ask Adventure Hub Nepal.

OTHER INFORMATION:

This itinerary is intended as a guide only. Local conditions and weather may necessitate variations to the program and can affect the availability of views and panoramas described. Be aware that all-time states are approximate and may vary with individual and group fitness, Weather and track conditions.

TIPPING AND TIPPING KITTY:

Although the culture of tipping may not be part or your own culture, it is nonetheless part of the culture in this area of the world and it is often the way some people supplement their earnings. Tipping has also become an accepted part of tourism culture in the region. On our trips your trip leader can advise you on this matter, however, as a guideline, we would recommend a tip of 5-8%. If the service has been satisfactory, a tip is always appreciated with ……with a smile!

To protect you from the sometimes seemingly endless soliciting of tips, we suggest you discuss with your trip leader about setting up a tipping kitty whereby everybody contributes an equal amount (this amount can vary from trip to trip, but a good approximate is USD $6 per person per day) your trip leader can then distributes tips along the way to local guides, and porters, etc. and keeps a record of all money spent. Please note that this kitty is not designed to provide a tip for your leader.

TIPPING YOUR LEADER:

It is customary to tip your tour leader at the end of the trip if you are happy with his/her service. A minimum tip of US $ 5 per day from each member of the group is the amount expected.

TRAVELLING RESPONSIBLY:

We care about the place and people that we meet on our journeys, and we try to ensure that we give something back, as well as taking away so many incredible memories, For more information on our commitment to the people of Nepal and responsible tourism please visit www.sharmilafoundation.org

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