3 Day Body & Mind Awareness Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat in Pokhara

The retreat runs for three days and two nights in the hills around Pokhara, Nepal. You'll stay at Mukti Yoga Retreat, a family-run center set in a peaceful, green area away from the main tourist traffic. The program combines Hatha yoga, pranayama (breathing exercises), meditation, and Ayurvedic massage, with the massage being the centerpiece of the experience.

Each day starts with a one-hour morning yoga session focused on energizing flows. After that, there's nasal cleansing (a traditional practice to clear the sinuses and refresh the mind), a 30-minute nature walk, and a session of pranayama and meditation. Breakfast follows, and then comes the main event: a deep-tissue Ayurvedic massage followed by a steam bath. The massage is based on ancient Ayurvedic principles and pressure points, and is designed to release physical tension, improve circulation, and stimulate the lymphatic system.

Afternoons are lighter. You'll have a vegetarian lunch, then a session of karma yoga (mindful service, like helping around the center) and games. Later there's kirtan chanting and an evening Hatha yoga class that's more restorative in nature. Dinner is followed by candlelight meditation before you retire for the night. It sounds like a lot, but the pace is relaxed and everything is optional—you can skip any activity and just rest if that's what you need.

The retreat is led by a small team of teachers, including Prakriti, a Yoga Alliance certified instructor known for her warm, engaging style. The atmosphere is family-like—guests often comment that they feel welcomed into the home of the owners, Yam and his wife, within minutes of arriving. The group size is small, usually between five and ten people, which makes it easy to get to know everyone and to get individual guidance.

What's included

- 2 nights accommodation in shared or private room - Daily yoga classes (morning and evening) - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - 1 Ayurvedic deep tissue massage - Steam bath - Nature hike - Karma yoga session - Kirtan chanting - Welcome drink - Luggage storage - WiFi connection - All daily vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments