Where is Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram located?
Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram is located on Neelkanth Temple Road, near Patna Waterfall in Rishikesh - 249302, India.
It’s a gentle 30-minute uphill stroll from the main road, or a scenic 10-minute climb from the waterfall.
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What does the program fee include?
- Rooms: Single/twin-shared cottage rooms with hand-crafted wooden interiors and attached bathrooms
- Meals: Three Satvik (vegetarian) meals per day; please inform us of any allergies in advance
- Materials provided during the program are: Yoga Mat, Neti Pot, Stationery and Library facilities
- Excursions: A few off-day trips around Rishikesh
What’s not included?
- Airfare, taxi for airport transfers (available at extra cost)
- Personal expenses
- Anything not explicitly listed above
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
- 10% booking amount: Non-refundable, non-transferable
- Remaining 90% payable on arrival; also non-refundable, non-transferable
- If a participant is unable to attend the booked dates, they may reschedule to alternative dates by providing a minimum of 5 weeks notice.
Which visa should I apply for?
- Visa Application Responsibility: We kindly request all participants to apply for the appropriate visa required to attend the course. Please consult your travel agent or the nearest embassy for accurate and up-to-date information.
- School's Role in Visa Matters: The school is not in a position to provide visa related advice or suggestions. Therefore, we strongly recommend contacting the appropriate authorities or professionals for guidance.
- Letter of Acceptance: A letter of acceptance can be issued by the school to support your visa application. Please note that this letter is only provided after your booking has been confirmed.
How do I reach Rishikesh and the ashram?
International:- Fly into New Delhi (IGI), then: Taxi to ashram (short break en route) Domestic:
- Fly into Dehradun (DED, ~25 km) , then: Taxi to ashram(1 hr) Train :
- (from New Delhi): To Haridwar + Taxi to ashram (1.5 hrs)
- (from New Delhi): To Rishikesh + Taxi to ashram (1 hr) Bus:
- Overnight to Rishikesh + Taxi to ashram (1 hr)
Note: If needed, a taxi can be arranged through us. Please note that rates may vary depending on the season. To get the latest fare details, kindly contact our support team at least one week before your arrival.
What’s the weather like?
Winter (Dec - Jan): 5 - 20 °C; cold nights, pleasant days
Spring (Feb - Apr): 10 - 30 °C; warm sunshine
Summer (May - Jun): 30 - 38 °C; very hot, light clothing
Monsoon (Jul - Aug): Rain showers, humid; bring rain gear<
Autumn (Sep - Nov): 15 - 35 °C; pleasant days, cool nights
What should I pack?
Clothes
- Layers for winter (t-shirts → sweaters, yoga socks)
- Light cotton for summer & spring
- Raincoat/umbrella for monsoon
- Scarf or jumper for cool evenings
- Slip-on sandals (frequent in/out of halls)
- Walking shoes
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Plug adapter (Type C)
- Personal hygiene kit, moisturizer, bug spray
- First-aid basics (antiseptic, anti-diarrhea meds, heat rub)
- Thermos water bottle, torch (power cuts can occur)
- Indian SIM or roaming plan
Footwear & Accessories
Toiletries & Meds
What is the dress code?
Allowed: Round-neck t-shirts, cotton kurtas, loose yoga pants, leggings
Avoid: Shorts, strappy tops, ripped clothes, indecent slogans, extremely tight/loose fitness wear
Footwear: No shoes in yoga halls, dining area, fire-ceremony site, sacred spots; socks are fine
