High Altitude Hiking and Meditation in the Indian Himalayas.
22nd – 29TH MAY 2022
We are glad you made it here, happy to see you are seriously thinking about joining us.
When did you last challenge your body and listen to your inner voice?
Today we have divided our lives into work, family, socializing and holiday. In each compartment we seek a different kind of fulfilment and ease. Often this makes us disconnected and scattered. We might reach a point where we long to be somewhere else, or wish we were someone else
Have you ever found a small wild flower in a tucked away valley wanting to be somewhere else? Have you heard of a daisy wanting to become a rose?
Forests, trees, rivers, brooks, mountains and all of nature reflect joy and serenity. Experience the unchanging peace that comes from a needless space by simply accepting one’s true self.
The mountains are calling you! Lets pause and reflect inwards.
On Unplugged Trails you get a chance to reconnect with your stillness, to know what unconditional happiness and freedom mean.
HOW?
Join us for an immersive workshop in the high-altitude mountains of Himachal Pradesh, Parvati Valley, (Village Kalga) India; for 8 days of hiking and meditation with a small group (5-6).
The Himalayas provide a perfect space to retreat. The crisp mountain air easily brings your mind clarity. The workshop helps you to become aware of your conditioning as you begin to hear the inner eternal voice clearly which otherwise seems to be whispering.
This retreat is for those dedicated souls inclined towards challenging their minds and bodies and who enjoy the simple life of living in mountain Homestays without disturbance of technology.
WHEN AND WHAT?
Your preparation for adventure begins the moment you register with us. We will provide you with an exercise schedule and training hikes in Pune (optional). We meet online for discussions and introduction to meditation. The training is very important to build up your stamina for a stress free trek/hike.
THE DAYS
We start the day with an hour of morning meditation. We do local day hikes around Kalga, to name a few, we would hike up the forest leading to Kheerganga, visiting Ghai, Fairy Forest, meditating near springs and brooks. In between hikes there will be periods of rest, self-enquiry, meditation, pranayama, writing, discussions and reflections. (Detailed itinerary will be shared once you register)
The workshop is not limited to Trained Hikers, as long as you train with us in preparation. This is not a Kullu-Manali resort holiday, and we have had to turn down interested before, due to physical unfitness.
The weather in the mountains is unpredictable, so please be open to change of schedule, or spending time indoors if it is required. Drugs, alcohol, smoking are strictly not a part of this retreat. Phones will be turned off most of the days. All meals will be vegetarian meals. (No Jain food is available)
RETREAT DETAILS –
Hiking retreat in Parvati Valley Himachal Pradesh, Village Kalga : 22nd May to 29th May 2022
Retreat costs
Registration Costs – till 25th April 2022 – Rs.22,000/- (double sharing basis, paid in one sum)
25th April to 15th May 2022 – Rs. 25,000/- (double sharing basis, paid in one sum)
For returning unplugged travellers Rs. 20,000/-
For Homoeopathic students/practitioners – Rs.20,000/-
Retreat Costs include – Training sessions, hiking guides, guided meditation and dialogue sessions, guidelines for packing/hiking gear, accommodation, drinks and all meals on all days, camp staff, sleeping bags, tents. Assistance with Chandigarh accommodation and transport (not the cost of staying and transport from Chandigarh)
DOES NOT INCLUDE – Personal equipment. Accommodation/ travel / food etc before arriving in village homestay and after departing from village. Personal porter charges if you can’t carry your own bags then we can provide you with porters at an extra fee.
The ones who want to travel with the group meet in Chandigarh on 21st May. On the 22nd May early morning the whole group starts for Parvati Valley, it takes around 8-10 hours to reach Parvati Valley where the road ends. You have to hike 20 mins up to reach Kalga village from the end of the road. (So no suitcases please)
Cancellation policy – from time of registration to 10th May 2022 – 75% amount will be refunded.
After 10th May 2022 to 20th May– 50% amount will be refunded. No refunds after that.
Full refund will be provided in case of cancellation from our side due to legal Corona restrictions or any other reason. Please know you will have to follow travelling guidelines whatever is applicable at that time.
Contact us – Email – unpluggedtrails@gmail.com, For more information and registration contact Rina (India) +919960969717, Kaare Troelsen (outside India) +4550481936
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