- You must be medically fit, holding a valid passport with 180 days of validity.
- Entry into Tibet on diplomatic passport is not permitted.
- People above 65 years of age are requested to undergo additional medical tests to determine their physical fitness.
Himalayas
Himalayas
- According to Hinduism, the Himalayas are the abode of Shiva. They are home to India’s most significant spiritual spaces like Kailash Manasarovar, Amarnath, Vaishno Devi Temple, the Char Dhams – Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri – as well as many beautiful monasteries and Buddhist gompas.
- The Himalayas are also known as Giriraj or the "King of Mountains", which is a deity by itself in the Hindu pantheon. The Himalayas have also been personified as the god Himavat, the "God of Snow", who is the father of Ganga, Saraswati and Parvati.
- The mystical, enchanting Himalayan mountains are a treat for your senses. View some of the most breathtaking panoramas on Earth, enjoy the crisp mountain air on your skin, listen to the chants of devotees along with the songs of the wind and smell the wondrous fragrance of the mountain trees and flowers.
- The Himalayas are the source of the Indus Basin, the Yangtze Basin and the Ganga-Brahmaptura, which are three of the world's primary river systems.
- Geologists have performed tests over years to prove that the Himalayas, covering an area of 612,021 sq. kms, across six countries — Bhutan, India, Nepal, China, Afghanistan and Pakistan — are geologically alive. This mammoth mountain range is said to be moving approximately 20mm every year! The Himalayas have always been the source of immense peace, tranquility and enlightenment for countless sages, yogis and spiritual gurus including Adi Sankaracharya, Guru Gobind Singh, Vivekananda and many others. Sadhguru always felt a deep affinity for these sacred mountains as well. Every year, devotees undertake the holy trek in spite of all the challenges they face due to extreme geographical and weather conditions. This is the beauty of this sacred space.
Dates / Registration
Group | Arrive/Depart at New Delhi | Communication Language | Registration Status |
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B* | 25th Sep to 09th Oct, 2019 |
English / Tamil | CLOSED |
A1* | 27th Sep to 07th Oct, 2019 |
English | CLOSED |
A1 (Overseas) | 17th Sep to 27th Sep, 2017 |
English | CLOSED |
B1 (Overseas) | 18th Sep to 28th Sep, 2017 |
English | CLOSED |
A1 (India) | 17th Sep to 27th Sep, 2017 |
English | CLOSED |
A3 (India) | 17th Sep to 27th Sep, 2017 |
Tamil | CLOSED |
B1 (India) | 18th Sep to 28th Sep, 2017 |
English | CLOSED |
A2 (India) | Arr/Dep at Chennai / Vijayawada |
Tamil | CLOSED |
- The given dates are to and from New Delhi, India
- Registration closes on 15th Aug 2017. However, if all places are filled, registration may close earlier.
Participants are required to be at one of these two meeting points:
- New Delhi Railway Station – 8:00 am on the first day of the program
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- New Delhi (Indira Gandhi) Airport – (Terminal 1 Arrivals-C Gate-5) by 09:00 am on the first day of the program. Please meet us outside the gates of this arrivals terminal.
Please Note:
- The shuttle from Terminal 3 will take approximately 30 minutes to reach Terminal 1C.
- Please plan your arrival time accordingly so you can be outside Terminal 1C by 9am.
- Terminal 3 is for International Arrivals and some Domestic flights arrive here as well.
- When you are ready to register, please submit the Application Form here or feel free to contact us, so we can further assist you with your registration
- Applications are processed on a first-come-first-served basis
- We will send you a confirmation of your registration within two weeks of receiving your registration form, required documents and medical reports
Isha maintains the right to accept or reject any application without providing an explanation.
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Travel from New Delhi to Haridwar, one of the most sacred cities in India.
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Enjoy the beautiful vistas that unfold while driving to Uttarkashi. Visit the powerful, two-thousand-year-old Kashi Vishwanath temple in the evening.
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Visit the Gangotri temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Have a dip in Bhagirathi and meditate at the banks of this sacred river. Overnight at Uttarkashi.
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Stopover at Pipalkoti for overnight stay.
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Badrinath is known for its ancient Vishnu temple and for its natural hot springs. Visit the Badrinath temple, Vyasa cave, Bheempul and Mana – the last Indian village near the Indo-Chinese border. A satsang and meditation will follow in the evening.
Have a glimpse of Karnaprayag, Vishnuprayag and Nandaprayag, while travelling to Badrinath. Karnaprayag marks the confluence of the Alakananda and Pindar rivers. It is here that Karna is said to have propitiated Surya to acquire an impregnable shield for battle. Vishnuprayag is the confluence of Alakananda and Dhauliganga rivers, where Vishnu appeared to sage Narada. At Nandaprayag, Krishna’s father Nanda, is supposed to have conducted a great sacrifice, where the Alakananda and Nandakini rivers come together.
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Known as the "secret Kashi", it is famous for the ancient Vishwanath Temple said to have been consecrated by the legendary sage Agastya himself. Along the way, have a glimpse of Rudraprayag, a confluence of Alakananda and Mandakini rivers. According to legend, Shiva appeared here as Rudra to sage Narada who was in an intense state of meditation.
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Trek to the ancient and powerful Kedarnath temple, site of one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, where the group will take part in meditation and have a satsang explaining about the significance of the place.
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Return from Kedarnath. A satsang and meditation will be conducted here.
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On the way back, visit Devprayag – meaning “holy confluence” – which marks the place where the Alakananda merges with the river Bhagirathi, giving birth to the Ganga. Participate in the evening arati at the banks of the Ganga at Rishikesh – the Gateway to the Himalayas.
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The day is free to explore the city on your own.
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Return to New Delhi around 6 pm.
Participants are required to be at one of these two meeting points:
- New Delhi Railway Station – 8:00 am on the first day of the program OR
- New Delhi (Indira Gandhi) Airport – Terminal 1 Arrivals-C Gate 5 by 09:00 am on the first day of the program. Please meet us outside the gates of the arrivals terminal.
Please Note:
The shuttle from Terminal 3 will take approximately 30 minutes to reach Terminal 1C.
Please plan your arrival time accordingly, so you can be outside Terminal 1C by 9am.
*Terminal 3 is for International Arrivals and some Domestic flights arrive here as well.
Comfortable accommodation, wholesome vegetarian food and mineral water, and the entrance fee for all places on the itinerary, will be provided throughout the trip.
The entire sojourn is conducted and managed by a dedicated Isha team, which includes a qualified and well-equipped doctor who will accompany the group throughout the journey. Isha will also arrange for train travel to New Delhi from Chennai, Vijayawada and back, and deluxe bus travel from New Delhi to the Himalayas and back.
To make it possible for you to take this mystical journey back home, Isha offers a collection of high-resolution photos after the sojourn.
Note: Please plan for costs towards pony/porter or helicopter service if needed during the trek, personal expenses and other expenditures not mentioned here.
Since train ticket reservation starts 120 days before the journey, interested participants are requested to register at the earliest to ensure a confirmed train ticket from your desired destination.

It is necessary to have completed an Isha Yoga program (either Shambhavi Mahamudra, Shakti Chalana Kriya or Isha Kriya with Inner Engineering Online).

Be physically and mentally fit.
Please note that this trek is not advised for pregnant women and those suffering from chronic health problems like epilepsy, heart ailments, uncontrolled BP, diabetes, asthma, psychological problems, physical disabilities and obesity.
As we will be traveling by bus, it is advisable to pack as light as possible. A trekking bag with waterproof cover is needed for the treks and also to carry the daily luggage and frequently used items inside the bus. The rest of the items can be packed in a suitcase or a handbag. Due to the confines of space, it is necessary to keep luggage on the bus roof; therefore it is advisable to bring bags that are rain resistant and durable.
We recommend the following items:
- Rain-proof jacket with hood and pant – 1 each
- Overcoat / Jacket – 1
- Warm T-shirts / sweatshirts and pants – 2 each
- Regular clothing (please avoid saris / dhotis) – 6 sets
- Sweater and shawl – 1 each
- Thermal innerwear – 2 pairs
- Wide rim hat – 1
- Woolen cap and scarf – 1 each
- Water-proof / resistant trekking shoes with a good tread / grip– 1 pair (e.g. Nike, Adidas, Reebok, etc.)
- Woolen gloves – 1 pair
- Woolen socks – 2 pairs
- Cotton socks – 2 pairs
- Camera (optional). Please note that video cameras are not permitted.
Other essential items:
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BSNL and Airtel cell phones work fairly well in the Himalayan region.
Weather conditions from May to September can be expected to be dry and sunny, with precipitation in July and August. Daytime temperatures can be as high as 20 to 25 degrees centigrade. Night-time temperatures can drop as low as 0 to -5° Celsius.
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UK and EUROPE
SINGAPORE, MALAYSIA and AUSTRALIA
MIDDLE EAST
Tamil Nadu, Karnataka & Kerala
Andhrapradesh/Telangana
Rest of India
Participants must be between 18 and 65 years of age. Participants below the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a consent form needs to be signed by them. People above 65 years of age are requested to undergo additional medical tests to determine their physical fitness.
A valid passport is needed with a minimum validity of 180 days from the last date of the Kailash sojourn.
- Indian nationals do not require a visa for Nepal
- Non-Indian nationals require a 15-day multiple entry visa which can be availed on arrival at Kathmandu airport, Nepal.
- Visa for Tibet will be organized by Isha
There could be expenses, if you choose to hire a pony or a porter during the trek.
You may be required to travel for a 5 hr – 8 hr stretch.
Pay phones are available almost everywhere. BSNL and Airtel cell phones work fairly well in the Himalayan region.
Although home to many scenic and tourist places where there has been a lot of development, the places of pilgrimage still remain very basic in terms of conveniences. Therefore, the quality of accommodation can be very basic and it may be necessary at times to share a room with a few others.
Yes. You are required to trek through high altitude regions. In such places, air pressure and density is decreased compared to mean sea level and people may suffer from hypoxia (oxygen deficiency). Participants hence need to be screened thoroughly before they are exposed to high altitudes.
Yes, it is necessary to undergo medical examination every time before going to a high altitude region.
By undergoing all the medical tests mentioned in the medical form and consulting your physician about your fitness to travel to a high altitude of 19,000 feet and above.
Yes, you are advised to take sufficient stock of medicines to last the entire duration of the trip.
A qualified and well-equipped doctor specially trained to handle high-altitude sickness and other conditions that may arise, will accompany you throughout the program.
Warm clothing such as thermal wears, gloves, woolen socks, etc are available in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore, etc. For shoes, any brand such as Nike, Adidas or Reebok offers good water-resistant shoes and are available in almost all cities and towns.
The program fee for the 21 weeks Hatha Yoga Teacher’s training program is USD 9,000 (for overseas participants) / INR 5,50,000 (for Indian citizens residing in India) for about 1750 hours of training. Accommodation rent would be extra based on the category of accommodation opted for, starting from USD 1000 (for overseas participants) and INR 50,000 (for Indian citizens residing in India). The program fee includes:
- Tuition Fee
- Training Material
- Practice Material
- Bhuta Shuddhi Kit
- 2 sets of practice clothing suited for Hatha Yoga
- Post Training Support, including ongoing practice corrections and new teaching material.
- Introduction to classical South Indian medicine, the ancient Siddha science.
- Classes and materials in anatomy and physiology.
- Job placement opportunities.
- Access to a growing network of teachers and teaching opportunities.
The Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Program is a very disciplined and intense process. It will require 100% involvement in all sessions and full commitment to the process.
Daily schedule: The day begins promptly at 5:30 am and usually ends in the night by 9:30pm. Practice sessions will be in the morning and evening. Rest of the day is dedicated to classroom and teaching aspects. The ashram follows a two meals system – brunch and dinner, with a snack in the afternoon.
• 100% attendance in all classes is mandatory.
• Students are expected to follow the program schedule strictly.
• All participants must stay in the Isha Yoga Center premises for the complete duration of the training program, unless they are going on a trek or excursion organized by the program.
Due to the unique nature of the program and the environment in which it is being conducted, the Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Program is only being offered at the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore, India. This space has been designed in such a way that it is incredibly supportive for the training, allowing trainees to push past their limitations and commit themselves in a very profound way.
No sponsorships or discounts are being offered.