Ma India : 7 Day Immersion with the Living Goddess at the Foothills of the Himalayas
November 14 - 20, 2026
6 nights, 7 days
12 person retreat
Highlights
6 Nights in a Boutique Hotel at the foothills of the Himalayas in Rishikesh, India
Daily Guided Yoga and Meditation
Ganga Aarti Ceremony at the Temple to honor the sacred Ganges River
Experience Temples and Sacred Caves
White Water Rafting on the Ganges River
Sunrise Temple Hike
Tea Ceremony by Ma Ganga River
Kirtan and Devotional Song Concert Evening
Agni Hotra Ritual to Purify, Heal and Promote Mental Peace
Magical Market Strolls
Details
This November 14-20th, join us for six nights of deep devotion in the holy cities of Rishikesh and Haridwar - two of the most sacred sites on earth, nestled where the mountains meet the plains and the river meets the sky. The MA India Immersion is a pilgrimage in the foothills of the Himalayas - a journey designed for those wishing to reconnect with the sacred feminine at its source. Here, the Ganga runs cold and clear from her glacial source and the air itself feels charged with centuries of prayer. This sacred land have drawn seekers home for thousands of years - not as a destination, but as a doorway to something deeper. This immersion is intentionally small and slow. There is no performance of spirituality here, only the real thing: Ganga Aarti on the ghats, silence held in ashram courtyards, the particular hush that settles over a body when it remembers it is allowed to rest in something bigger than itself. We come to surrender the roles we perform, the pace we've normalized, the noise we've mistaken for aliveness - and to receive what only Ma can give: Remembrance of the sacred feminine as a living current, not a concept. Of devotion as a practice of the body, not just the mind. Of belonging to something ancient that has been waiting for us all along. Expect daily yoga, meditation and ritual teachings rooted in Bhakti and the goddess traditions, time on the ganga's banks and immersed in nature, and long stretches of flowing with the currents of subtle force. What makes this journey unique is the honest, devotional encounter with a living tradition, offered in a small enough group that you'll actually be seen, and structured with enough spaciousness that you'll actually arrive. You don't need experience with India, Sanskrit, or goddess work to come. You need only the willingness to be undone a little, and remade. What you'll receive : - Direct transmissions of Bhakti and goddess-centered teachings, offered in their place of origin - Daily ritual and ceremony on the banks of the Ganga - A genuine reset and deeper connection to spirit and sense of self - A felt remembering of the sacred feminine as something you carry, not something you visit - You will be held in a safe, loving container by two experienced facilitators and retreat leaders Ma is an immersive retreat for those ready to soften into the presence of the Divine Mother - to be held, stripped open, and returned to yourself. Join us on this unique journey.
Accommodation
Shared Deluxe Double
2-person shared room
$1,260 USD / person
Private Superior Mountain View
4 Rooms Left
Private room for 1
$1,440 USD total
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We'll be held in comfort at Punyah Residency, a boutique retreat home tucked in Tapovan, just steps from Laxman Jhula and the banks of the Ganga. This is not an ashram floor or a shared dorm - it's a tranquil, upscale oasis built to let you actually rest between practices, excursions and ceremonies. Private superior rooms open to sweeping views of the ganges and the himalayan foothills beyond, so you can wake with the mountains already in view. there's a rooftop yoga shala for our morning practice, and an organic in-house restaurant serving thoughtfully prepared, cross-cultural cuisine. Shared rooms do not have a balcony. It's quiet enough to hold stillness, and close enough to the heart of Tapovan - its cafes, markets, and ghats - that india still feels within reach whenever you want it. Clean, safe, and cared for, this is where the outer journey gets to soften into the inner one.
Meals
Meals provided
Breakfast
Diets catered
Vegetarian · Vegan
Daily Breakfast is included on the retreat plus the Opening Dinner and Closing Dinner. Breakfast is served at the residency using only the finest vegetarian and vegan meals, drinks, and snacks. The restaurant operates in accordance to the strict Western standards of hygiene for food preparation. With highest-level of hygienic and safety standards in place, you can trust the residency cafe to nourish your body, mind, and spirit. Whenever possible, they source our produce from our very own organic garden.
Testimonials
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Hosts
What's Included
6 nights accommodation at a boutique hotel in Rishikesh
Daily breakfast + opening and closing dinner
All excursions and travel during the retreat
Daily yoga & meditation
Two Ganga Aarti ceremony
Visit to Temples and Sacred Cave
White Water Rafting adventure
Sunrise Temple Hike with an experienced local trekking guide
Tea Ceremony by the Ganga
Kirtan & devotional song
Agni Hotra Fire Ceremony
Not Included
Flight tickets to and from India
Airport transfers
Travel Insurance
Visa
Daily meals outsides of breakfast + opening and closing dinner
Personal expenses
FAQs
Guest requirements
This immersion is open to all - no prior experience with yoga, meditation, India, or goddess traditions is required. What matters most is an open heart and a willingness to be present with whatever arises.
Basic fitness - our days include walking, a sunrise trek into the hills, and white water rafting. You don't need to be an athlete, but you should be comfortable walking for extended periods and moving through uneven, natural terrain. You can opt our for any activities if you wish.
Travel insurance - comprehensive travel insurance covering international travel, medical emergencies, and trip cancellation is required to join.
Valid passport & Visa - your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond our travel dates, and you'll need to arrange an Indian visa (e-visa or otherwise) in advance.
Basic health disclosure - please let us know in advance of any medical conditions, injuries, allergies, or dietary needs so we can hold you well.
An open, respectful presence. This is a shared, intimate container. We ask that you come willing to honor the group, the local culture, and the sacredness of the spaces we'll be moving through.
Flexibility - we are guests in a living tradition - schedules, weather, and local circumstances may shift, and part of the practice is meeting that with grace.
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 60 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 60 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 60 days before the retreat begins.
