Himalayan Meditation Trek, Uttarakhand

About this retreat

This is not a regular trek. Altitude, effort, and raw mountain beauty combine with twice-daily meditation sessions to create one of the most profound inner journeys available anywhere in India. Walking through pine forests, crossing glacial streams, and camping under vast starlit skies in Uttarakhand's lesser-visited valleys, you discover that the mountains have their own way of dissolving mental chatter. Our guides are both experienced trekkers and trained meditation teachers.

What's included

• Trek through Chopta-Tungnath trail
• Guided meditation at each camp
• Visit to Asia's highest Shiva temple
• Campfire Vedanta discussions
• Stargazing at 3,500m altitude
• Small group (max 10 people)

Amenities & Inclusions

• All camping equipment provided
• All meals on trail + hotels in cities
• Experienced guide + meditation teacher
• Porters for luggage (5kg carry limit)
• First aid kit and oxygen backup
• Pre-trek briefing session

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Haridwar / Rishikesh Meetup

   Group arrives, evening briefing and gear check. Introduction to trek meditation practices.

2. Day 2

   Drive to Ukhimath

   Scenic drive through the Garhwal hills. Arrive at basecamp village. First group meditation session at sunset.

3. Day 3

   Trek Begins: Ukhimath to Baniyakund

   First full day on trail through oak forests. Dawn meditation. 6km moderate hike. Camp meditation under stars.

4. Day 4

   Baniyakund to Chopta

   Ascending through rhododendron forests to the meadows of Chopta (2,680m). Afternoon meditation in the high meadow.

5. Day 5

   Tungnath Summit

   Early rise, meditation at dawn, then ascend to Tungnath temple (3,680m). Optional trek to Chandrashila peak.

6. Day 6

   Rest & Integration Day

   Free day in Chopta meadows. Longer meditation session. Journaling. Campfire talks on mountain philosophy.

7. Day 7

   Descent & Celebration

   Descend back through forests. Celebratory dinner at a guesthouse. Sharing of the journey's insights.

8. Day 8

   Return & Farewell

   Return drive to Rishikesh/Haridwar. Closing ceremony at the Ganges. Farewell.

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