About Rishikesh

Where the Ganga meets the Himalayas — and stillness meets you.

For thousands of years, sages, seekers and yogis have been drawn to Rishikesh — a sacred valley nestled at the foothills of the Himalayas where the Ganga emerges into the plains. The air is thinner, the light is softer, and the practice runs deeper.

 

Our retreat sits in tranquil Tapovan, minutes from Lakshman Jhula and the iconic Trimbakeshwar temple, surrounded by forest and the constant, calming voice of the river.

Founded
Tapovan Valley
Altitude
372 m / 1,220 ft
Climate
16°C – 32°C
Nearest airport
Dehradun (DED)

Retreat Experiences

Curated rituals.
Designed to restore you.

Siddharya is a pure retreat – no certifications, no teacher training. Just soulful daily experiences crafted to slow you down and bring you home to yourself.

Daily sessions

Yoga

Guided practices for all levels focusing on flexibility, strength, mindfulness, and inner harmony.

Tibetan bowls and gongs

Sound Healing

Therapeutic vibrational sessions using singing bowls and healing frequencies to calm the nervous system and restore energetic balance.

Wim Hof inspired

Meditation

Techniques to cultivate mental clarity, emotional balance, and deep relaxation.

Creative riverside ritual

Rock Painting & Art

Slow afternoons by the river painting Himalayan stones – a meditative practice in mindfulness and presence.

 

Half and full day

Excursions

Guided walks to hidden beaches, forest trails, waterfalls and cliffside viewpoints curated by our local team.

 

Three meals daily

Sattvic Cuisine & Tea

Seasonal ayurvedic plates, herbal infusions and Himalayan honey – nourishment as part of the practice.

 

WHY SIDDHARYA

A retreat designed with care, down to the smallest detail.

Sacred location

Steps from the Ganga in tranquil Tapovan, surrounded by Himalayan forest.

Certified masters

Senior Indian teachers in the authentic Sivananda and Hatha lineages.

Intimate groups

Capped at 16 guests per cohort — personal attention, never a factory.

Sattvic cuisine

Three daily ayurvedic meals from organic Himalayan produce.

Eco-conscious

Filtered water, reusable everything, locally sourced — zero single-use plastic.

Truly transformative

98% of guests describe their stay as 'life-changing' in our exit survey.

Guest Reviews

Experiences of calm, clarity and renewal.

"My experience at Siddharya Wellness was truly life-changing. The yoga sessions, peaceful atmosphere, and sound healing helped me disconnect from stress and reconnect with myself."
Ananya Sharma
India
"The meditation sessions by the Ganges, the warm hospitality, and the calm environment created an unforgettable experience. I left feeling mentally lighter and physically refreshed."
Daniel Thompson
United Kingdom
"This retreat gave me the break I did not realize I needed. The daily yoga classes were suitable even for beginners like me, and the excursions around Rishikesh added a beautiful spiritual touch."
Priya Mehta
Mumbai, India

Stay & Nourish

Refined rooms. Living food. Quiet luxury.

Each of our 16 boutique rooms is finished in warm woods, soft linens and natural stone – a calm contrast to the energy of the practice. Three sattvic meals each day are prepared by our in-house ayurvedic chef from organic Himalayan produce.

King beds

En-suite

Peaceful

Wifi

Tea bar

Wellness focused

Around the Retreat

Step outside, and Rishikesh unfolds.

From the riverside aarti to hidden Himalayan waterfalls — every excursion in our program is moments away. We arrange transport, guides and timing.

 

Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

Nightly ceremony of fire, song and floating lamps on the sacred river — an unforgettable Rishikesh ritual.

Ram Jhula & Lakshman Jhula

Iconic suspension bridges over the Ganga, lined with ashrams, cafés and bustling spiritual markets.

Neer Garh Waterfall

A short forest hike leads to a tiered Himalayan waterfall with cool natural pools — perfect mid-day escape.

Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)

The legendary abandoned ashram where The Beatles meditated in 1968, now covered in psychedelic murals.

Kunjapuri Sunrise Trek

Pre-dawn drive and short trek to a hilltop temple with 360° views of the snow-capped Himalayan range.

Trimbakeshwar & Tapovan

13-storey riverside temple and the quiet yogic neighbourhood our retreat calls home.

Retreat Experiences

Curated rituals.
Designed to restore you.

Siddharya is a pure retreat – no certifications, no teacher training. Just soulful daily experiences crafted to slow you down and bring you home to yourself.

Corporate Booking

Bring your team to a calmer way of working

Plan a custom corporate wellness retreat in Rishikesh with yoga, meditation, mindful meals, sound healing, team reflection and nature-led experiences.

 

Team Retreats

A peaceful setting for teams to pause, reset and reconnect away from daily work noise.

Leadership Offsites

Private wellness-led stays for founders, leaders and management teams seeking clarity.

Employee Wellness

Yoga, meditation, breathwork and sound healing experiences tailored for workplace well-being.

Share your group size, preferred dates and wellness goals. Our team will create a tailored proposal for your organization.

Begin your journey

The Himalayas are waiting.

Are you?

Limited cohorts each season. Reserve your space now or speak with our retreat team – we reply within 24 hours.

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