Our Story
Born from a decade of practice in the sacred mountains, Himalaya Retreat exists for one reason: to give genuine seekers access to authentic transformation.
Why the Himalayas?
The Himalayas are not just beautiful — they are sacred. For thousands of years, they have been the chosen home of sages, rishis, and enlightened masters precisely because the mountains hold a unique energetic quality that supports deep practice.
When you meditate at altitude, something shifts. The air is thinner. The silence is deeper. The stars are closer. Your ordinary concerns feel smaller. The mountains have a way of putting things into perspective that simply cannot be replicated elsewhere.
Our founder discovered this truth in 2015 when a personal crisis led him to Nepal. What he found in the mountains changed his life completely. Himalaya Retreat was born from a desire to share that access with others.
Our Philosophy
Authentic Transmission
We do not teach from books. Our teachers carry living traditions passed directly from master to student across generations.
Personal Attention
Small groups only. Every participant receives genuine individual guidance. This is not a mass retreat — it is a personal journey.
Integration
Real transformation happens when ancient wisdom meets daily life. Our programs are designed for practical integration, not spiritual bypassing.
Our Teachers
Swami Ananda
30+ years of practice in the Himalayan tradition. Trained under masters in Rishikesh, Varanasi, and Nepal. Specializes in Vipassana and Yoga Nidra.
Pt. Krishnamurthy
25 years of Jyotish practice. Studied at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan. Expert in Parashari and Jaimini systems with a unique integration of meditation.
Maya Devi
BAMS degree from Banaras Hindu University. Specializes in therapeutic yoga, pranayama, and Ayurvedic lifestyle consulting.
Our Location
We are nestled in the Pokhara Valley — gateway to the Annapurna massif. At 827m elevation, surrounded by ancient forests, sacred rivers, and Himalayan panoramas, our center is purpose-built for deep practice.
- ✈️ 25-minute flight from Kathmandu
- 🚌 6-hour scenic bus from Kathmandu
- 🚗 Airport transfers arranged
- 🏔️ Views of Machhapuchhre & Annapurna