India Season 2027

INDIA SEASON 2027 with Sri Prem Baba Dhyan Mandir Ashram – Rishikesh, India From February 2 to March 23, 2027, we will live three moments: a closed-group immersion with studies and pilgrimages to sacred places in Rishikesh, the Satsang Season, and a Level 2 Silence Retreat. We will be at Dhyan Mandir Ashram, between Rishikesh and Haridwar, during the Ardh Kumbh Mela, one of the largest spiritual pilgrimages in the world. --- BEYOND ILLUSION IMMERSION February 2 to 12 – In person A retreat and pilgrimage toward the knowledge of Supreme Truth, inspired by the Vedanta tradition, with satsangs, silence, contemplative practices, and pilgrimages to sacred places in Rishikesh. Closing with the celebration of Vasant Panchami. - Check-in: Feb 2 (Tuesday), 4 PM - Check-out: Feb 12 (Friday), 2 PM Includes: full program led by Sri Prem Baba, full lodging and meals (from dinner on Feb 2 to lunch on Feb 12), transportation for pilgrimages in Rishikesh, and participation in the Vasant Panchami celebration. Who it's for: students and seekers in general, no prerequisites. Closed group — full participation from start to finish. Prices: - Triple room: USD 1,100 - Double room: USD 1,250 - Single room: USD 1,400 --- SATSANG SEASON February 12 to March 10 – In person and online The heart of our stay in India: daily satsangs with Sri Prem Baba. Open, flexible format — join the full season or specific blocks. - Check-in: Feb 12 (Friday), 4 PM - Check-out: Mar 10 (Wednesday), 2 PM Includes: full lodging and meals for the chosen period, satsang program, and other ashram activities. Part 1 – February 12 to 24 - Triple room: USD 480 - Double room: USD 960 - Single room: USD 1,200 Part 2 – February 24 to March 10 - Triple room: USD 560 - Double room: USD 1,120 - Single room: USD 1,400 Full season – February 12 to March 10 - Triple room: USD 1,040 - Double room: USD 2,080 - Single room: USD 2,600 Note: starting October 1st, subject to availability, shorter stays will open (minimum 5 nights). --- LEVEL 2 SILENCE RETREAT March 10 to 23 – In person (see prerequisites) A retreat for those who already have a silence practice and wish to deepen it, with satsangs, guided silence cultivation, meditative walks, pranayamas, Vedic ceremonies, and kirtans. Closing with the Holika bonfire and the Holi celebration. - Check-in: Mar 10 (Wednesday), 4 PM - Check-out: Mar 23 (Tuesday), 2 PM Schedule: - Mar 10: arrival - Mar 11: orientation - Mar 12: retreat begins - Mar 21: end of silence and Holika bonfire - Mar 22: Holi celebration - Mar 23: closing and check-out Prerequisites: having attended at least one silence retreat before (preferably with Sri Prem Baba) and having an established meditation practice. Use of phones, computers, or internet is not allowed between March 12 and 21. Lodging at the ashram is mandatory. Prices: - Triple room: USD 1,280 - Double room: USD 1,670 - Single room: USD 2,060 --- CHAITRA NAVARATRI AT DHYAN MANDIR ASHRAM April 7 to 15 – In person (by inquiry) A sacred period dedicated to the Divine Mother, with daily Vedic ceremonies led by the brahmins, pujas, japa, and meditation. There will be no satsangs with Sri Prem Baba during this period. Interested participants should contact our support team. - Check-in: Apr 7 (Wednesday), 4 PM - Check-out: Apr 15 (Thursday), 2 PM --- PAYMENT METHOD A 60% deposit of the total amount is required at registration (can be paid in up to 12 interest-bearing installments). The remaining 40% must be paid in cash at check-in — exclusively in US dollars, euros, or Indian rupees. --- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - Who can attend the events? Open to all seekers, whether or not they are students of the Sri Prem Baba Academy. The Level 2 Silence Retreat is recommended for those who have already experienced a silence retreat and are willing to spend ten days in silence and without a phone. - Can I pay in installments? Yes, in up to 12 interest-bearing installments — on the 60% paid at registration. The remaining 40% is paid in cash at check-in. - Before buying my ticket, what should I consider? Avoid arriving or departing on these dates (ritual bathing days/festivals, with heavy traffic and limited transportation): Feb 6, Feb 11, Feb 20, Mar 6 (Mahashivratri), Mar 8, Mar 22 (Holi), Apr 7, 14, 15, and 20. Check-in at Dhyan Mandir Ashram is not possible before 8 AM or after 8 PM. - Can I bring children? Not possible during the Silence Retreat. During the Satsang Season it is allowed, provided children are fully accompanied by a responsible adult. There is no structure for children during the Beyond Illusion Immersion or Chaitra Navaratri, and special children's meal requests cannot be accommodated. - Contact: india.info@sriprembaba.org | WhatsApp +55 11 99749-0697