Mango Wisdom Wellness
Ayurveda & Yoga
The Experience
This retreat happens at an incredibly auspicious time in the Hindu calendar, Navaratri - the 9 nights of the Goddess Durga, and our evolutionary journey will be rooted in embodying our inner wisdom through the tools gifted to us from ancient Vedic traditions of Yoga, Ayurveda & Tantra. You will be guided through a physical, mental & spiritual processes, so that you learn to align & attune with your innate soul-nature, face your fears & access your own hidden, unique gifts. We will have the blessing to visit one of the powerful Shakti Peeth in the area and receive blessings from the Mother Goddess herself during this special time.
Your specially curated morning Yoga Asana, Pranayama & Meditation practice will be followed by a delicious home-made breakfast in the al-fresco dining area in the heritage house.
After breakfast, you may attend an informative workshop, enjoy a hike around the surrounding mountains, meditate in the gardens, do some inner exploration, visit waterfalls, temples, and Buddhist Gompas or go shopping for beautiful Tibetan & Indian trinkets, and you can even take a holy dip in the waterfall if you're feeling brave.
You will also have opportunities to experience traditional & authentic Ayurvedic treatments such as a Hydrating & Rejuvenating Abhyanga Oil Massage, Invigorating & Detoxifying Udvartanum Powder Massage, Mind-Calming & Soothing Shirodhara Oil Treatment or other treatments.
The Location - Dharamshala
The sacred resting place
Dharamshala - the resting place, nestled in the foothills of the magnificent Duladhar Mountain range, you will find yourself immersed in a land of beauty & culture. The Hillstation of McLeodganj, also known as Little Lhasa because of the huge population of Tibetan's living in exhile, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama, is a delightful 15-20 minute walk from where we will stay. There you will find a harmonious blend of Tibetan Buddhist & Hindu culture. Here there are plenty of shops and restaurants for you to experience. With plenty of nature to explore, waterfalls, mountains, temples, monasteries & sacred hot springs you will experience the perfect recipe of spirituality & adventure.
Your facilitators
Laura Brine
Laura is a Yoga Teacher, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Philanthropist. She has settled in India after many years of travel & work throughout South America, Australasia, Asia & the Middle East. She is committed to doing her bit in making the world a better place through all aspects of her work. At the core of all she does is her heart work, a small project in Goa where she creatively supports & empowers disadvantaged children, young people & women with education, housing & sustainable business. This is what living Yoga & Ayurveda is to her.
Laura has been a student of Yoga for around 20 years, completing 500 hours of formal Yoga Training 8 years ago. During that time the light of Ayurveda was switched on and she has been a committed student, practitioner & teacher of Yoga's sister, Ayurveda ever since.
She is looking forward to sharing the knowledge & tools to support you to access your own inner wisdom & discover your inner peace.
Prianca Shharma
Prianca is a dedicated seeker and practitioner of Yoga with over 10 years of experience devoted to staying committed to one's dharma of being a seeker and holding the light for others. During this retreat, we will create a safe container to peel the layers of our mind which often hinder us in our transformation. My intention is to leave you with tools that you can take home with you and apply it in your daily life as yoga is as much off the mat as on the mat.
Find out more about Prianca here;
https://www.priancashharma.com/
Where you will stay - Your Home from Home
I have chosen a gorgeous homestay & guest house that is very close to my heart, since this is where I stayed when my journey with Ayurveda began 8 years ago. Nestled in the foothills between Dharamkot Village and Bhagsu Nag Village, you will be surrounded by love & nature. The first time I stayed here with the Rehla family I felt immediately at home. The family are warm & welcoming, and I am sure you will feel as at home, everyone does! The spacious rooms have all you need for your stay, they are well appointed with comfy double bed, seating area & table, balcony or terrace, kettle, en-suite hot water bathroom, heater for those chilly mountain evenings (on request) & stunningly picturesque views.
Inner Wisdom Retreat Himalayas - what's included
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6 nights single occupancy accommodation in a comfy, cozy room
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2 homecooked, wholesome vegetarian meals per day
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Daily Embodied Yoga Classes, including chanting, pranayama, dancing, meditation, asana
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3 Ayurvedic Workshops
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Visit Kangra Goddess Temple
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Visit to Bhagsu Nag (snake) Temple & Holy Pool
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Visit to Bhagsu Nag Waterfall
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Visit to HH Dalai Lama Temple & The Tibet Museum
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Hike to Gallu Temple
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Hike to Naddi Village
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Visit Kangra Fort & Temple
Prices - all prices are based on single occupancy
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€1285 Mountain View Room
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€1111 Garden View Room
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€1059 Heritage Room
Payment plan available
What's not included
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Your flights & travel to Dharamsala
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Your insurance
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Extra meals and snacks
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Ayurvedic Consultation, massage & treatment
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Extra trips - Triund Trek, Cable Car to Dharmsala and more
Your travel options
Fly from your country of orgin to Delhi, India and then choose from bus, private or shared taxi or plane to Dharamsala.
Dharamshala is located around 500km from Delhi.
Air India & Virgin Atlantic currently have flights to Delhi for around £500.
The overnight bus from Majnu Ka Tilla to Dharamsala is around £20.
A flight from Delhi Airport to Dharamsala Airport (DHM) is around £200.
We can arrange pick up at extra cost.
What else to know
You will need a valid visa to come to India. This can be applied for online around a week before travel here; https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html and costs around £25 for 30 day visa, and £40 for a year.
This is a very special opportunity and there are just 9 places available.
The cost of this retreat starts at €1159-1289 If you feel this is a retreat for you, then a non-refundable deposit (25% of total cost) will secure your place. Payment plan is available and full payment is due by 31st August 2024.
For more information, to schedule a chat, or to book your place by email me directly at; mangowisdomwellness@gmail.com