6-Day Himalayan Silent Yoga and Meditation Wellness Escape in Nepal

The 6 Day Soul Silent Yoga Retreat happens at Mokshya Yoga Retreat, a small, family-run place perched in the hills of Nagarkot. The whole setup is intentionally simple – no gym, no pool, no constant entertainment. Instead, you get a dedicated yoga space, a garden to sit in, and views over the Bhaktapur and Kathmandu Valleys that are front and centre for most of the day. Mornings start with practice, the middle of the day is yours to rest, and evenings wind down with more yoga and candlelit meditation.

Kaushal, the lead teacher, has been practicing since he was a boy and completed his teacher training in 2013. He's since taught across Asia and now hosts retreats from his home in Nepal. His teaching is rooted in Hatha yoga, but he brings in elements from Ashtanga, Restorative, and Sivananda styles depending on who's in the group. Guests have noted that the sessions are demanding, with 5–6 hours of yoga and meditation a day, but they're not punishing – you work as hard as you're able to, and there's space to opt out if you need rest.

The silent element is real. While it's not a strict vow of silence enforced by anyone, the schedule and atmosphere encourage you to pull back from constant talking. The focus is on your own practice and your own headspace. There's tea and popcorn in the afternoon, long meditation sits, and early nights. It's the kind of retreat that works best if you come wanting to unplug and do the work of being with yourself.

The surrounding area is a bonus. The property is about 21 km from Kathmandu's airport and next to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, but it feels much further removed. It's surrounded by trees and terraced farmland, with plenty of walking routes and a couple of nearby activities like cycling and hiking for the afternoons when you're not on your mat. The retreat also leaves your evenings free, after dinner and before the late meditation, to read or just sit out and watch the sunset over the valley.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation in a private room with attached bathroom - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Welcome drink - Wifi connection - Luggage storage - Pre and post retreat support from our team

What's not included

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