Madan Yoga announces new dates for the a 3-day Himalayan getaway to the mountain village of Astam, 1,5 hours away from Pokhara, Nepal!
Available dates for spring 2023 are:
March 2023: 24-26
April 2023: 1-3, 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, 28-30
May 2023: 5-7, 12-14, 26-28
June 2023: 9-11
This yoga retreat with Madan Yoga is truly unique since it allows you to see the stunning Annapurna Himalayan mountains and soak in their truly mesmerizing energy, yet you don't have to go trekking for many days to experience that.
Nestled in the foothills of the Annapurna Himalayan Range, Astam is the perfect place rewind and relax, practice yoga and meditation, and breathe. The local Nepali village offers serenity and peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city. At Astam village, life is slow and quiet. Farmers go about their daily farm work with cattle or on rice fields. Ayurvedic herbs and plants grow everywhere here.
On this yoga retreat with Madan Yoga, you will get a chance to:
Practice yoga, including breathing techniques (pranayama), on a daily basis. Beginners will get the chance to get a taste of yoga and build a good foundation for their yogic journey. More experienced yogis will deepen their practice and gain further inspiration for their ongoing yoga journey.
Practice silent walking meditation, guided meditation, and experience a unique sound bowl healing session
Learn about the local farmer life, the local herbs, and Ayurveda
Taste organic healthy foods and specialties
Wake up to stunning sunrise views on the Annapurna Himalayan range
Daily itinerary:
Day 1
08:00 Morning gathering at Pokhara, Lakeside-6 (meeting location: The Juicery Cafe, Bangladi, Lakeside)
Yoga and breakfast at Lakeside
Jeep ride from Pokhara to Astam
Lunch in Astam
Yogi philosophy circle with Madan
Afternoon yoga and Kirtan mantra chanting
Dinner
Day 2
Morning yoga and pranayama with sunrise views on the Himalayas
Breakfast
Hike and local farm/Ayurveda tour
Lunch
Afternoon yoga and tibetan sound bowl healing session
Dinner
Day 3
Morning yoga and pranayama with sunrise view on the Himalayas
Breakfast
Sound bowl healing workshop
Lunch
Depart back to Pokhara
The retreat venue for this 3-day Yoga Retreat with Madan Yoga will be the Annapurna Eco village resort in Astam (see here: http://ecovillagenepal.com/). The Annapurna Eco Village resort offers spacious and bright private rooms (Queen sized beds) with an attached bathroom and hot shower. There is a huge garden as well as a big, newly built, and inspiring yoga hall where we can practice. From all rooms, you will have views of the Himalayan mountains. Yoga mats will be provided.
What is included on this yoga retreat with Madan Yoga?
-2 nights accommodation
-Daily yoga sessions
-Complete vegetarian/vegan meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, snacks, fruit)
-Sound bowl healing session and workshop
-Local village and Ayurveda tour
-Transportation from Pokhara to Astam and back to Pokhara
Know before you go:
In February to April, the weather at the mountain village will be warm (18-25 degrees Celsius). Please bring comfortable clothes for the yoga practice and warm clothes for the evening. You can bring your suitcase or backpack.
The meeting point for this yoga retreat will be on the first day at The Juicery Cafe, at Bangladi, Lakeside, Pokhara. On day 3, Madan Yoga will drop you at Lakeside, Pokhara again to conclude the journey.
Questions about this 3-day Himalayan Mountain View yoga retreat with Madan Yoga? Please feel free to contact us via madanyogaretreats@gmail.com
For more information and booking, feel free to visit: https://www.madanyoga.com/yoga-retreats
Madan Yoga is looking forward to guide you on this yoga retreat to the mountains of Nepal!
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