Day 1
Arrive and settle
- Check in at Aarunya Stay
- Evening yoga
- Āratī and kīrtan, dinner and evening stillness
3 Day Sādhanā Retreat
3 Day Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh Every weekend, Saturday to Monday.
Three days of sadhana in Tapovan: Hatha yoga, pranayama, meditation, sound healing, mantra, silence and the rhythm of a simple retreat. A weekend to slow down, practise and experience Rishikesh beyond sightseeing.
- Saturday to Monday, every week
- From ₹12,000
- Aarunya Stay, Tapovan
- No certificate
At a glance
The 3-day retreat at a glance
- Dates
- Every weekend, Saturday to Monday
- Place
- Aarunya Stay, Tapovan
- Stay
- 2 nights, shared room
- Food
- Three sattvic meals a day
- Practice
- Hatha, pranayama, meditation, sound healing, mantra, silence, satsang, yogic lifestyle
- Fee
- From ₹12,000
- Led by
- Yogaacharya Manish
Definition
What is the 3-day retreat?
Three days of sādhanā: a simple rhythm of practice, rest and reflection, from morning practice to evening Āratī, Kīrtan and stillness. The short retreat gives you time to slow down without needing a full week away.
It is not a deep reset in three days, and it does not pretend to be. For a full week, see the 7-day retreat at Phool Chatti.
Your 3 days
Your 3 days
Day 2
Practise and explore
- Morning practice, meditation and pranayama
- Nature walk, rest and self-practice
- Evening practice, Āratī, kīrtan and retreat activities
Day 3
Rudrabhishek and return
- Morning sādhanā and meditation
- Rudrabhishek and Havan
- Breakfast and checkout by 11:00 am
Practice
A typical retreat day
What this weekend will feel like.
Hatha yoga
Morning and evening practice, adapted to the group and the retreat setting.
Pranayama
Traditional breathing practices taught step by step, with time to practise quietly.
Meditation and mantra
Morning meditation, mantra and periods of quiet to settle the mind.
Sound healing
An introduction to sound-based practice for relaxation, awareness and deep rest.
Mauna
Periods of silence to turn inward, rest and reflect.
Ganga rituals
Time for Āratī, kīrtan and traditional practices connected with the Ganga.
Satsang
Questions, stories and yoga philosophy with the teacher.
Yogic living
Simple food, early mornings, rest and a daily rhythm that supports practice.
Beyond the mat
Activities & excursions
The practice is the heart of the retreat. These are the experiences around it.
Puja
Time for traditional puja as part of the retreat experience.
Aarti
Evening Āratī by the Ganga and shared time in the traditional practice.
Havan
The fire ceremony: offerings, mantra and a quiet circle around the flame.
Kirtan
Singing together in the evening. No ability needed, no performance.
Ganga walk
Walks along the river, and time to sit by the water.
Waterfall
A forest walk to the Secret Waterfall near Tapovan.
View points
Sunrise and sunset from the hills above the valley.
Pottery
Working with clay: slow, quiet and hands-on.
Festivals
When a festival falls in your dates, you are part of it.
Rudrabhishek
A traditional practice included in the retreat, especially as part of the final morning.
Where you will stay
Where the retreat is held
The setting. Aarunya Stay, in Tapovan, with a terrace and café alongside the retreat setting.
What it is near. The Yogamani shala, Ganga ghats, cafés, forest paths, waterfalls and the well-known places of Tapovan and Rishikesh are nearby.
The hall. A dedicated yoga hall for the retreat practices.
Tapovan, Rishikesh
Life in Tapovan
The Yogamani shala sits in Upper Tapovan, the quieter, greener side of Rishikesh, above the Ganga.
Tapovan is one of Rishikesh's active yoga neighbourhoods, with cafés, guesthouses, the Ganga and forest paths nearby. Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula are among the well-known places around Rishikesh. Mornings begin with practice; the rest of the day leaves space for the river, walks, local experiences and rest.
The shalaA bright hall for daily practice
Walk nearbyCafés, the Ganga and local places are close
Ghats & riverEvening Āratī and time by the Ganga
Getting hereAbout 45 minutes from Dehradun airport
Rooms
Stay: clean, quiet rooms
Twelve rooms, each with its own bathroom and hot water. Shared rooms as standard.
Food
Food: three sattvic meals
Vegetarian, freshly cooked, served on the terrace with chai. Tell us about allergies when you book.
BreakfastFruit, porridge or poha, herbal tea
LunchDal, rice, seasonal sabzi, roti, salad
DinnerLight khichdi or soup, vegetables
ChaiMorning and afternoon, with snacks
Fees
What's included
Double/shared room · per person₹12,000
Saturday to Monday: 2 nights, all meals, all sessions.
Single/private room · per person₹15,000
Saturday to Monday: 2 nights, all meals, all sessions.
Included
- 2 nights in accommodation
- All vegetarian meals, with chai
- All practice sessions
- Retreat activities and excursions
- The waterfall walk
Not included
- Travel to Rishikesh
- Personal expenses
- Therapies
Booking fee. Double/shared: ₹2,500. Single/private: ₹3,000. The remaining balance is paid according to the retreat booking terms.
Dates
Upcoming dates
Every weekend, Saturday to Monday.
3 days, 2 nights · Aarunya Stay, Tapovan · April 2026 to March 2027
NextSat 24 – Mon 26 Oct 2026Book now
MonthStart dates · Saturday to Monday
April to September 2026: completed
Tap a date to book it on WhatsApp, or to ask how many seats are left.
Who it is for
Who is this retreat for?
- New to yoga and wanting guided practice
- Already practising and wanting a few days to go deeper
- In Rishikesh and wanting more than sightseeing
- Wanting a short break without a week-long commitment
- Curious about meditation, pranayama, sound healing and tradition
- Happy with a simple retreat and a small group of 6–10 participants
May not be for you if
- You want a luxury or resort-style stay
- You want a sightseeing weekend
- You are looking for a teacher training
- You want a private, individual retreat
Is it enough?
Is 3 days enough?
Three days is enough to slow down, practise, rest and experience a simple retreat rhythm.
If you want a longer immersion, choose the 7-day retreat at Phool Chatti Ashram.Getting here
Getting to Rishikesh: visas, flights and arrival
Visa
A tourist e-visa is what most students need. Apply 4 weeks ahead.
Flying in
Delhi (DEL) is the main international gateway, about 6 hours by road. Dehradun (DED) is the nearest airport, about 45 minutes away.
Arriving
Arrive on the course start date by 11:00 am.
Pickup
We can help arrange transportation from Dehradun Airport at an additional cost, or arrange a taxi from Delhi for approximately ₹6,500.
What to bring
Warm layers for the mornings, a shawl for the hall, a torch and a water bottle. December and January are cold.
What to bring
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes for yoga and meditation
- A warm layer for mornings and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Personal medicines and toiletries
- Modest clothing for the retreat and cultural activities
Teacher
Who leads the retreat?
Yogaacharya Manish
Founder · Hatha, sound, meditation
Grew up in Brij Kshetra and spent almost three years in sadhana at Kedarnath before founding Yogamani. Over 25 years of practice.
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Special editions
Special retreats
Phool Chatti edition
- Phool Chatti Ashram
- Date to be announced
On the Ganga, founded 1885, inside the forest.
Questions
Questions about the retreat
Yes. The teacher adjusts each class to the group.
Yes. Saturday to Monday, every week of the year.
No. This is a retreat, not a training, and it carries no certificate.
Overnight Volvo bus (7 hours) or the Shatabdi train to Haridwar (4.5 hours), then 45 minutes by taxi.
A traditional offering to Shiva, usually made on Mondays. Guests may join or simply sit and watch.
Send a request here or on WhatsApp. We confirm your place and share the booking fee and remaining payment details personally.
Cancel up to 14 days before and we refund everything except the booking fee, which moves to a later date. Full terms are in the refund and cancellation policy.
Policy
Rescheduling and refunds
Plans change. Tell us as early as possible and we will move your booking to a later date wherever we can.
- Bookings can move to a future date
- Tell us as early as possible
- Transfers depend on availability
- Booking fee and remaining payment details are shared personally
Talk it through before you book
Tell us which weekend and the room you want, and we will confirm your place on WhatsApp.
A booking fee reserves your place; the remaining payment details are confirmed with you personally.
Languages
Retreat in multiple languages
- EnglishEvery retreat
- हिंदीEvery retreat
- 日本語On selected dates
Need another language? Message us on WhatsApp and we will try to arrange it, with an interpreter if needed.