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The Best 6 Places for an India Yoga Retreat

India is renowned for being a premier location for yoga teacher training. However, if you’re not quite ready for that step, don’t worry—there are plenty of excellent options for yoga and meditation retreats in India suitable for all levels, even if you’ve never set foot on a yoga mat before.

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To make your search easier, I’ve carefully reviewed and compiled a list of the top places for an India yoga retreat, saving you time and reducing stress. For more information on any of the retreats mentioned, simply click on the buttons to be redirected to the full course details.

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3 Day Himalayan Meditation and Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh

The Best 6 Places for an India Yoga Retreat
  • Price: from $101 USD
  • Number of nights: 2
  • Yoga style: Hatha, Vinyasa, Nidra, Ashtanga, Karma
  • Location: Uttarakhand

If you are a nature lover, you will love this yoga retreat in India. But this is so much more than a yoga retreat, it’s a wholly spiritual experience here you will immerse yourself in the powerful energy of the Himalayan mountains whilst spending time with the monks that have dedicated their lives to their spiritual practice. This really is a once in a lifetime experience not to be missed.

What is Included in this India Yoga Retreat?

  • Daily yoga and meditation sessions
  • Daily mantra recitations and relaxation
  • An introductory study of Indian philosophies
  • Opportunity to explore the Himalayan shrines and temples
  • Daily pranayama and breath awareness practices
  • Exploring the holy town of Rishikesh
  • Daily vegetarian meals with snacks
  • 2 nights accommodation

6 Day Jungle Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga Retreat with Yoga Philosophy in Agonda, Goa

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  • Price: from US$ 206 USD
  • Number of nights: 5
  • Yoga style: Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga
  • Location: Goa

Enjoy the 6-day Jungle Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga Retreat offered by Om Yoga Shala in Agonda, Goa. This immersive experience is an ideal blend of yoga and adventure set against the picturesque backdrop of the Goan jungle.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this retreat caters to all levels, ensuring a welcoming environment for everyone. The daily yoga sessions, featuring Ashtanga and Hatha yoga, are conducted on a deck with breathtaking sea views, providing a serene and inspiring atmosphere for your practice.

As you get into yoga philosophy and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Goan jungle, you’ll find an opportunity to explore your practice, learn new skills, and forge connections with like-minded individuals.

What is Included in this India Yoga Retreat?

  • 1 daily yoga class
  • 1 daily philosophy class
  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 3 vegetarian meals a day

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7 Day Yoga, Lifestyle, Ethics, and Meditation Retreat in Goa

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  • Price: from $150 USD
  • Number of nights: 3
  • Yoga style: Hatha and ashtangaga
  • Location: Goa

A holistic experience all around for all levels of experience. At this yoga retreat in Goa you will start by studying Hatha and ashtanga yoga to understand the practice better before you get into the practice.

You will go on a journey to learn the ashtanga sequences. Lastly, this yoga retreat also focuses on mental work. Ashtanga yoga is a powerful and demanding practice that will need a strong and willing mindset and deep concentration.

This is a space for everybody. No matter if you are traveling solo, the environment is built around making new experiences and acquaintances to share your life-changing experience.

What is Included in this India Yoga Retreat?

  • 2 nights accommodation
  • Daily guided meditation
  • Daily healthy vegetarian brunch and dinner
  • Regular workshops and lectures
  • Daily yoga sessions

7 Day Hatha India Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh

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  • Price: from US$ 267.00
  • Number of nights: 6
  • Yoga style: Hatha, kundalini, kriya, and tantra
  • Location: Rishikesh

This yoga retreat in Rishikesh India is only for advanced yogis who want to one-up their yoga practice. The classes will be imparted in English. This is a more spiritual experience where you will be guided through the ancient wisdom of Hatha yoga.

What is Included in this India Yoga Retreat?

  • Daily Hatha yoga class
  • Daily vegetarian meals
  • 6 nights’ accommodation

21 Day Ayurveda Yoga in Thrissur, Kerala

21 Day Ayurveda Yoga in Thrissur, Kerala

I don’t know about you, but a 21-day Ayuverda Yoga in India with Ayurveda sounds like heaven right about now! And the best bit is that at this Indian yoga retreat everybody is welcome, from beginners to advanced yogis.

During this program, you will reconnect with your inner life force and learn new skills to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Throughout the entire time, there are three stages all closely watched and advised by professionals.

This is an intense retreat, but at the end of it, you are going to feel amazing!

What is Included in this India Yoga Retreat?

  • Daily yoga exercises
  • Daily breathing exercises
  • Ayurveda medicines / herbs
  • Ayurveda herbal treatments / massages
  • One complimentary activity per week
  • 3 daily Ayurvedic vegetarian foods
  • 20 nights’ accommodation
  • Airport transfers

5 Day Fresh Beach Yoga Retreat in Canacona, Goa

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In this Yoga Retreat, you can create your own itinerary. So whether you want to completely immerse yourself in yoga practice, take some time out for sightseeing, it’s your choice.

What is Included in this India Yoga Retreat?

  • Taxi airport pick-up and drop-off
  • 4 nights’ accommodation in your own en-suite bamboo beach cabana
  • Daily Fresh wake-up power juice, tropical fruit salad, and teas
  • Daily Morning meditation and yoga class (1.5 hours)
  • Daily Delicious substantial fresh vegetarian buffet brunch
  • Daily Afternoon sunset yoga class (1.5 hours)
  • Daily Evening buffet vegetarian dinner
  • Weekly Entertainment nights

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Best Places for an India Yoga Retreat