6 nights, 7 days
30 person retreat
Highlights
Experiencing the Living Tradition of Indian Classical Music & Nāda Yoga. Connect into a lineage of sound, listening, devotion, discovery and presence.
Details
Journey into the living tradition of Indian Classical Music, Nāda Yoga, mantra, and Himalayan stillness in this immersive retreat held in the sacred mountain region of Dharamshala, India. Hosted by Indian classical musician and Nāda Yoga teacher Shivam Rath, this retreat takes place in the quiet days following Mahāśivarātri, one of the most powerful spiritual festivals in India offering participants a rare opportunity to integrate the energy of pilgrimage, music, meditation, and nature in the serenity of the Himalayas. Through daily practices of: Raga & Voice Activation Nāda Yoga (Yoga of Sound) Mantra & Meditation Yoga & Breathwork Sound Healing & Deep Listening Tea Ceremony & Nature Immersion Participants are invited to reconnect with their inner rhythm and explore sound as a path of healing, creativity, and spiritual alignment. No prior musical experience is required. Set amongst cedar forests, mountain rivers, and expansive Himalayan skies, this retreat offers a balance of structured practice, cultural immersion, rest, and authentic connection. An optional pre-retreat pilgrimage through Kolkata and Varanasi includes the sacred celebration of Mahāśivarātri in one of the oldest living cities on Earth. At the centre of this retreat is the practice of Raga Sadhana. Ragas are far more than scales or compositions. They are living melodic frameworks intimately connected to: time of day seasons emotion nature devotional feeling atmosphere and mood Each raga carries its own emotional and energetic essence, known as Rasa or Bhava. To practice a raga is not simply to perform music it is to enter a state of relationship with feeling, listening, breath, and awareness. The musician gradually becomes the vessel. This process naturally harmonises: intellect and intuition structure and feeling discipline and surrender mind and heart In this sense, Raga becomes meditation in motion. A Retreat of Deep Listening Throughout the retreat, participants are guided through practices that awaken sensitivity to sound, silence, rhythm, breath, and the subtle emotional landscape within. The retreat weaves together: Indian Classical Music Voice Activation Mantra Meditation Yoga & Pranayama Nature Immersion Tea Ceremony Sound Healing Sacred Rest Each day balances structured practice with spaciousness and integration. Morning sessions may begin with: sunrise meditation breathwork gentle yoga mantra chanting morning ragas aligned with the natural energy of dawn Afternoons explore: voice work rhythm listening practices Indian music theory improvisation devotional singing creative expression discussions on yoga philosophy and sound Evenings often soften into: candlelit mantra circles tea gatherings sound journeys deep rest practices silence beneath the stars No previous musical training is required. The emphasis is not on performance or perfection, but on sincerity, listening, and direct experience.
Accommodation
Private Cottage
2 Rooms Left
Private room for 2
$1,136.93 USD / person
Private Cottage
2 Rooms Left
Private room for 1
$1,532.58 USD total
Community Cottage
3-person shared room
$1,021.72 USD / person
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Participants stay in simple Himalayan mountain cottages surrounded by forest, river and open sky. The accommodation is intentionally modest and quiet, allowing us to step away from the distractions of modern life and return to a deeper rhythm of sadhana (practice), music, and nature. Each cottage is clean and comfortable, with a private bathroom and hot water, offering a peaceful space to rest between sessions while the true richness of the retreat unfolds in our shared sadhana hall, meditation spaces, and the surrounding mountains and Himalayan fed running river beside the space. Private rooms are limited and allocated in order of booking.
Meals
Meals provided
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Diets catered
Vegan · Gluten-free · Dairy-free
All meals during the retreat will be vegetarian, with vegan and gluten-free options available as required. Food will be lovingly prepared by the Dev Bhoomi facilities team, offering a balanced mix of local Himalayan/Indian cuisine alongside selected western dishes to accommodate a diverse range of preferences and dietary needs.
Testimonials
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Host
Shivam Rath
Byron Bay NSW, Australia
Shivam combines a path of yoga & meditation with classical Music, Mantra and Raga, reviving and blending ancient cultural arts for the modern world; singing & sliding through life on his Crystal ball ...
3 languages
English, 普通話, and Sanskrit
Teaching for 7 years
Joined Insight Timer in Mar 2019
What's Included
Accommodation
Yoga
Meditation
Daily meals
Tea & coffee
Wifi
Sound healing
Raga training
Not Included
Visa fee
Flight transport costs
Travel insurance
FAQs
Cancellation policy
The remaining balance for the retreat is due 30 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 30 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 30 days before the retreat begins.
