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. https://maps.app.goo.gl/P6a2DHd8coXs9aA39

What accommodation and facilities are available?

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
Yoga Materials: Mat, blocks, bolsters, straps, neti pot, stationery, library access
Materials provided during the program are: Yoga Mat, Neti Pot, Stationery and Library facilities
Excursions: A few off-day trips around Rishikesh

What does the program fee include?

Private/shared accommodation with attached bathroom
Three vegetarian Satvik meals (no egg, fish, meat)
Yoga materials (mat, props, neti pot) and stationery
Weekly room linen/towel change
Off-day excursions

What’s not included?

Airfare, 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
Rescheduling: You may attend any program date within 1 year of booking

Which visa should I apply for?

Apply for an Indian Tourist Visa only. Student visas are not issued for short-term training. Visa validity varies by embassy; typically 6 months from date of issue.

How do I reach Rishikesh and the ashram?

International:

Fly into New Delhi (IGI), then: Taxi to ashram: US$ 85 / 5 hrs (short break en route)

Domestic:

Fly into Dehradun (DED, ~25 km): Taxi to ashram: US$ 40 / 1 hr

Train :

(from New Delhi): To Haridwar + taxi (1.5 hrs): US$ 45 To Rishikesh + taxi (1 hr): US$ 30

Bus:

Overnight to Rishikesh + taxi (1 hr): US$ 30

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

Footwear & Accessories

Slip-on sandals (frequent in/out of halls)
Walking shoes
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
Plug adapter (Type C)

Toiletries & Meds

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

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

What about laundry?

Self-service: Encouraged for mindfulness and fast-dry clothes

Laundry service: Available at reasonable per-piece rates; excludes undergarments, shoes, denim, heavy jackets