Himalayan Wellness Escape: Yoga and Meditation in Gangtok

The retreat runs on a steady daily schedule that leaves plenty of room to roam. Mornings start with yoga, meditation, and pranayama at dawn before a proper breakfast. The middle of the day is given over to exploring the region with a guide—walking trails that cross rushing rivers and waterfalls, watching farmers in the fields, and visiting colorful weekend bazaars. Afternoons are looser: reading in the garden, getting an Ayurvedic massage, learning to cook a local dish, or joining a spiritual discourse. One afternoon each week is spent at a local school, where the children are as curious about you as you are about them, and guests are encouraged to bring fruit to hand out. On the 10th day, priests perform a Havan ceremony—a fire ritual for happiness and longevity—at an ancient temple.

What sets this experience apart is the host. KV Singh has been guiding travelers around India since 1976, and he and his family treat every guest as a personal visitor. The small, well-kept rooms open onto views of the Kanchenjunga range, and the gardens are planted with organic vegetables that end up on your plate. Guests come from all over—solo travelers, couples, small groups—and often leave having made a friend in the Singh family. The pace is restful but far from empty; you'll see a side of Sikkim that most tourists rush past.

What's included

- 10 nights accommodation at Bamboo Retreat - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Two 50-minute Ayurvedic massages - Cooking class - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Havan ceremony on day 10 at an ancient temple - Pre- and post-retreat support from the team - Airport pickup and drop-off from Bagdogra Airport - Transportation during the retreat - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights to/from India and internal flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments - Additional activities not listed in the itinerary