Waterfall Hiking & Yoga Wellness Retreat in Rishikesh

The retreat runs on a steady rhythm: 7am wake-up, Hatha Yoga and pranayama from 8 to 9:30, breakfast, then an excursion that lasts until lunch. The excursions rotate—one day it's the hike to Neer Waterfall, another it's an early start for sunrise at Kunjapuri Temple, or a visit to the Vashistha Cave and yoga on a beach along the Ganges. Some days you'll wander through the local market, and at least one evening is reserved for the Ganga aarti, the fire ceremony on the riverbank.

Afternoons mix up the yoga styles. Some days it's Ashtanga Vinyasa, others it's Aerial Yoga in a silk hammock or a slower Yin session. Meditation and chanting close out the practice block before dinner. Every evening includes a 60-minute Ayurvedic massage—that's part of the package, not an optional extra. Guests often mention this as a highlight, especially after a long day of hiking or sightseeing.

Hare Rama Institute is a registered yoga school with its own campus in Rishikesh, close enough to walk to the town center. The teachers—Shubham, Monika, and Kanchan—are all certified through Indian universities and Yoga Alliance, and each brings a slightly different focus: Shubham on asana and mindfulness, Monika on pranayama and meditation, Kanchan on traditional Ashtanga. Reviews give the teachers a perfect 5.0 rating.

What makes this retreat different from a standard yoga holiday is the excursion element. Most days include a trip outside the studio, so you get yoga plus a practical introduction to Rishikesh's temples, caves, and river culture. The one daily massage is also unusual at this price point. Be aware that the area has significant building work going on nearby, which some guests noted as noisy during meditation.

What's included

- Airport pickup - 5 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious vegetarian meals - Daily yoga classes (Hatha, Ashtanga, Yin, Aerial) - Daily meditation classes - Sound healing session - Daily pranayama classes - Transportation during the retreat - Daily 60-min Ayurvedic massage - Group excursions and activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Professional event photos - Pre and post-retreat support from our team - Luggage storage - Parking - Course manual - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments - Airport drop-off - Extra nights (unless booked)