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19-Day Sound Healing, Qigong & Meditation & Walks in the Himalayas
19-Day Sound Healing, Qigong & Meditation & Walks in the Himalayas
November 7 - 25, 2026
Bagmati Province, Nepal
18 nights, 19 days
14 person retreat
Highlights
Join Mirabell for a transformative 19-day Sound/Qigong/Meditation journey in the Himalayas, blending ancient wisdom with breathtaking views.
Details
This 19-day Sound Journey in the Himalayas is designed as a profound immersion into ancient Nepalese wisdom, nature, and self-discovery. We gather an intimate group of 10-16 seekers in one of the world's most spiritually potent landscapes, where the boundaries between inner and outer worlds naturally dissolve. Ambiance: Beginning at the sacred Boudha Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and powerful pilgrimage centre, we intentionally time our arrival to witness Nepal's most sacred Tihar (Diwali) festival - a once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience. This rare opportunity to celebrate alongside local communities as they honour animals, light, and the goddess Lakshmi sets a deeply reverent tone for the journey. From the ancient temples of Kathmandu, we move into the serene majesty of the Himalayas, trekking through low-tourism trails with breathtaking Mount Everest views, where silence becomes a teacher and nature reveals her deepest wisdom. Mountain teahouses, sacred monasteries, and authentic village life create an atmosphere of simplicity and profound connection. Intent: This journey bridges authentic Eastern spiritual traditions with accessible practices for modern seekers. Through sound healing, daily Qigong, and meditation in the Himalayas' sacred landscape, we support your reconnection with your true nature and awaken the peace and love that reside within. Optional moments of silence allow each participant to move at their own depth and honour their personal journey. Benefits: Participants experience a deep reset and natural tuning throughout our daily practices, local rituals and meditative walks in the Himalayas. Daily Qigong and meditation practices cultivate energy awareness and inner stillness. The physical challenge of Himalayan trekking (3-6 hours daily) combined with meditative walking creates embodied presence and mental clarity. Cultural immersion during the Tihar festival and shamanic ceremonies offers a rare insight into living spiritual traditions. Mount Everest views and time in sacred sites naturally inspire awe and perspective shifts. Integration days ensure the body and spirit have time to absorb the transformation. Unique Features: Led by a certified Sound Healer who studied for years under a Himalayan master and has spent two decades in Nepal, this retreat offers genuine lineage-based practices rather than Western adaptations. The timing coincides with Nepal's sacred Tihar festival and culminates in a Full Moon sound healing concert with traditional instruments. Our route follows less-commercial trails, allowing authentic encounters with local communities, including a traditional shamanic ceremony in a mountain village. We visit the sacred Thupten Chöling Monastery and receive teachings from an official transcendental meditation teacher rooted in Nepali tradition. The journey honours both group connection and individual reflection throughout. This is not just a retreat—it's a pilgrimage to the source, a return to the essence of these ancient practices in the land where they were born, guided by someone who has made Nepal her spiritual home for almost twenty years for the love of the land, the people, and the living spirit.
Accommodation
Twin Room
2-person shared room
$3,036 USD / person
Private room
3 Rooms Left
Private room for 2
$3,542 USD / person
Private room
3 Rooms Left
Private room for 1
$3,680 USD total
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In Kathmandu Valley, we stay in a comfortable hotel in the Boudha area near the sacred stupa, with private rooms available for each participant, where we will do our daily practices in a small attached monastery or a Yoga room. During our 11-day Himalayan trek, we stay in traditional mountain teahouses where accommodation is in shared double rooms due to the remote nature of the trail. Single rooms in the mountains are very limited. The teahouses are simple and authentic, without heating except for a fire stove in the dining hall. This combination offers both comfort during our cultural immersion in Kathmandu and an authentic mountain experience that connects us to the land and local way of life.
Meals
Meals provided
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Diets catered
Vegetarian
Your journey will be nourished by a blend of local Nepalese cuisine and nourishing meals suitable for trekking. From traditional dal bhat - a hearty dish of rice, lentils, and vegetables that's the staple of mountain life, to delicious momos (dumplings), you'll experience authentic Nepalese flavours. Both vegetarian and meat options will be available throughout the journey, and we can accommodate dietary restrictions with advance notice. Each meal, from simple teahouse dinners to the special Nepalese dinner ritual at the renowned Dwarika's Hotel on your final evening, will be an opportunity to experience the warmth and hospitality of Nepal. Dare to eat with your hands, delicious food is coming your way! -:) And of course, no Himalayan adventure would be complete without the comfort of endless cups of warm, spiced chai to fuel your spirit along the way!
Host
Mirabell (Mira Arad)
Ibiza
Mira Arad, a filmmaker, visual artist, and sound healer, was based in the Himalayas for more than eight years, where she was to make a transformative discovery of Tai Chi practice, Meditation (Transce...
2 languages
English and עברית
Teaching for 3 years
Joined Insight Timer in Apr 2022
What's Included
18 nights accommodation (double/private rooms in Kathmandu, shared double rooms in mountain teahouses).
All meals throughout the 19-day journey (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
All transportation within Nepal (jeep transfers to/from trekking areas, local transport in Kathmandu) - excluding initial airport taxi.
Experienced trekking guide and support staff, Quality sleeping bags for mountain trek.
Daily Qigong, meditation, and breathwork sessions.
Sound healing sessions with authentic Himalayan singing bowls.
Entry to all temples, monasteries, and heritage sites.
Tihar festival cultural experiences and ceremonies.
Traditional shamanic ceremony in a mountain village.
Transcendental meditation introduction with official Nepali teacher.
Full Moon ritual with traditional classical music at Kirateshwar Temple.
Not Included
International flights to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal visa fee (USD $50 for a 30-day visa, obtained upon arrival at the airport).
Airport taxi transfers (approximately USD $10 each way).
Travel insurance (mandatory - must cover medical expenses and emergency evacuation).
Personal expenses (souvenirs, snacks, additional drinks, etc.).
Optional individual therapy or massage sessions.
Tips for guides and support staff (optional but appreciated).
Upgrade to a Superior Deluxe Room in Kathmandu (available at additional cost).
Any costs incurred due to early departure or extended stay.
Phone/internet SIM card (available for purchase at the airport).
FAQs
Guest requirements
Post-booking call with Mirabell to ensure alignment and answer any questions - we want to make sure we're all enlightened, both sides!
Good general physical fitness - able to walk 3-6 hours per day on uphill and downhill mountain trails.
Comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical expenses and emergency evacuation (mandatory).
Open heart and willingness to engage with cultural practices, silence, and group experiences.
Respect for local customs and traditions during the Tihar festival and village ceremonies.
Ability to adapt to simple mountain accommodations and potentially cold weather conditions.
No serious health conditions that would be contraindicated for high-altitude trekking.
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 90 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 90 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 90 days before the retreat begins.
