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Kumaon Himalayas · Uttarakhand

Kasar Devi Yatra

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Four sacred places where great yogis walked, sat and dissolved: Kasar Devi, Jageshwar Dham, Mahavatar Babaji's Cave and Kainchi Dham. Travelled together, with daily yoga, meditation and a Sangha walking the same path.

Dates
19–22 November 2026
Duration
3 nights · 4 days
Contribution
₹33,100per person, all inclusive
Stay
Boutique 4-star800 m from Kasar Devi temple
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The group smiling and waving at the start of the hike to Mahavatar Babaji's Cave, with a dog in the foreground. The group together at the start of the hike to Mahavatar Babaji's Cave. The Goa retreat group together outside the retreat house. The group celebrating together on the road to Jageshwar Dham. The group together on the stone steps at Mahavatar Babaji's Cave. The group at the ancient temples of Jageshwar Dham. A seeker sitting before the sunset at Kasar Devi. Meditating on a rock at Kasar Devi at sunset. Kainchi Dham, Neem Karoli Baba's ashram, nestled in the valley. The ancient stone temples of Jageshwar Dham among the deodars. The Kasar Devi temple on its rock among the pines. Morning practice in a wooden hall. Offering prayers among the stone temples of Jageshwar Dham.

Our previous yatras

Our Yatra family

A yatri smiling with her temple offerings at Jageshwar Dham. Two yatris at Jageshwar Dham, one with his hand on his heart and eyes closed. A yatri meditating on a stone bench among the temples. Two yatris sharing a smile by the evening bonfire. Two yatris waving and smiling in the temple courtyard. A yatri with his hand on his heart and eyes closed at Jageshwar. Two yatris talking and laughing at Jageshwar Dham. A yatri laughing in the warm glow of the bonfire.
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Anand, Tamil Nadu: Each and everything was properly planned. The cost of the trip was very, very less compared to everything you are providing. Harsheta, Germany: I remember everybody's name and the connection that I made in just three days. I see every one of you as Krishna. Suresh, Dubai: If you two had not held this space, I don't know where my spiritual path would have led. You gave me the right anchor.

Your place in the family is waiting.

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Why this Yatra, and why with us

Not a tour. A pilgrimage.

Your spiritual journey is entirely your own. But there are a few places on this earth that every seeker must experience at least once: places that carry the grace of thousands of years of seeking.

When you travel to such places with a specific intention, sincere devotion and a Sangha that walks the same path, it is no longer a tour. It becomes a Yatra. That is why we travel together.

Kasar Devi, where Swami Vivekananda meditated, is said to be one of only three places on earth on the Van Allen belt. Jageshwar holds 124 ancient Shiva temples. At Babaji's Cave, Mahavatar Babaji initiated Lahiri Mahasaya in 1861.

Come as strangers. Leave as family.

Most people arrive alone, carrying their own questions. Somewhere between the first aarti and the last goodbye, something shifts: you meditate side by side in caves, share meals and bonfires, sit in silence at dawn. Long after the yatra ends, the WhatsApp group is still buzzing with photos, birthdays and plans for the next journey.

That is our Yatra family. There's a place in it for you.

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Seekers meditating together on the rocks at Kasar Devi.

The Yatra route

Four sacred places. One journey.

  1. KathgodamYour journey begins
  2. Kainchi DhamNeem Karoli Baba's ashram
  3. Kasar DeviWhere Swami Vivekananda meditated
  4. Jageshwar DhamThe ancient Shiva temples
  5. Babaji's CaveMahavatar Babaji, Dunagiri
Walk this path with us

Itinerary

Four days, four sacred places

An unhurried pace, with yoga each morning and time to let each place settle into you.

The Kasar Devi temple on its rock among the pines.
Swami Vivekananda

Day 1 · 19 Nov

Kasar Devi

Kasar Devi has drawn seekers for over a century. Swami Vivekananda meditated here, and many yogis and mystics followed in his footsteps. Something about this ridge makes stillness come easily; people often describe slipping into unusually deep meditative states without effort. Some link it to the Van Allen Belt dipping close to Earth here. More folklore than fact, but this land carries something seekers have felt for generations.

What we'll experience

  • The cave where Swami Vivekananda meditated
  • The ancient Kasar Devi temple, with its Shiva shrine
  • The evening Aarti of Maa Kasar Devi, one of the most powerful moments of the whole yatra
  • Sunset over the Himalayan range from the ridge

Your day Arrive & check in · Welcome circle · Temple & aarti · Meditation night

The ancient stone temples of Jageshwar Dham among the deodars.

Day 2 · 20 Nov

Jageshwar Dham

A valley of 124 stone temples, some more than a thousand years old, standing together in a deodar forest beside a flowing stream. This is where the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is said to have first been revealed, the mantra chanted across the world for protection and healing. Walking in, the first thing you notice is the sound: water, wind through the deodars, and very little else.

What we'll experience

  • The main temple complex, 124 shrines across the valley
  • Sitting with the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra being chanted where it was revealed
  • The Jyotirlinga, revered here for centuries
  • The deodar forest and the stream alongside the temples

Your day Yoga morning · Jageshwar Dham · Recreational night with music & dance

The entrance to Mahavatar Babaji's Cave.
Mahavatar Babaji

Day 3 · 21 Nov

Mahavatar Babaji's Cave

The cave where Mahavatar Babaji initiated Lahiri Mahasaya into Kriya Yoga, the moment that brought this practice back into the world after centuries. Through Lahiri Mahasaya's lineage it reached Paramahansa Yogananda, and through him, millions of seekers. Reaching the cave takes a 1.5 km walk through dense deodar forest. By the time you arrive, something has already quietened down.

What we'll experience

  • A 1.5 km hike through deodar forest to the cave
  • Meditation inside the cave itself
  • The small ashram, the temple and the stream below

Your day Early drive · Forest hike · Meditation in the cave · Closing circle

Neem Karoli Baba wrapped in his blanket.

Day 4 · 22 Nov

Kainchi Dham

The ashram Neem Karoli Baba established in 1964, set between two hills that cross like a pair of scissors, which is where the name comes from. Devotees simply called him Maharaj-ji, and what he's remembered for isn't a philosophy or a method, but an unconditional love that asked nothing in return. Seekers have come here from all over the world ever since.

Kainchi Dham falls naturally on your route home. We plan the timing so you avoid the heaviest crowds; our previous yatris have had beautiful, unhurried darshan this way.

Your day Breakfast & goodbyes · Kainchi Dham darshan · Drop-off for onward travel

Along the way

More than the four

Four days is short for places this far apart. So wherever the roads and hours allow, we've built in more: places most people drive right past.

Sri Ramakrishna

Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora

A quiet ashram from 1916, carrying the Ramakrishna–Vivekananda lineage. It holds Bright End Corner, where Vivekananda would sit looking out over the valley.

Swami Vivekananda

Kakrighat

On the banks of the Kosi, possibly the most beautiful spot on this route. Neem Karoli Baba lived and meditated here, and Swami Vivekananda meditated under a peepal tree in 1890. Just 500 metres off the road, and almost nobody stops.

Prehistoric rock paintings on stone.

The ancient stone shelter

Rock paintings made by prehistoric humans, drawn onto stone thousands of years before any temple here was built. These hills have been pulling people in for far longer than we imagine.

Comfort, taken care of

Stay, meals & practices

Your stay

  • Boutique 4-star Himalayan property, highly rated
  • Comfortable double-sharing rooms
  • Balcony views of the Himalayas
  • 800 m from Kasar Devi temple, in a peaceful natural setting
  • Single room? Ask us

Meals

  • Wholesome vegetarian meals, all included
  • Fresh, local, seasonal ingredients
  • Buffet-style, communal dining
  • Allergies (dairy, gluten, etc.)? Tell us in advance

Isha yoga practices

Learn Classical Hatha Yoga practices structured by Sadhguru, taught by Classical Hatha Yoga teachers certified by Sadhguru Gurukulam. Sessions can be adapted if you have a health condition; just let us know.

How to reach

Getting there

Arrive at Pantnagar airport or Kathgodam station on the morning of 19 Nov. We arrange shared SUVs from there to the venue and set up a WhatsApp group to coordinate with fellow travellers.

By air recommended

Direct IndiGo flight Delhi → Pantnagar, about 1 hr 10 min (7:00 AM, arriving 8:10 AM).

By bus or train

Overnight Volvo Delhi → Kathgodam (11:10 PM–5:00 AM, from ₹749), or the Ranikhet Express (15013), which often waitlists, so book early.

Shared SUV

From Pantnagar: ₹5,500 per SUV (₹1,375–1,833 per person). From Kathgodam: ₹4,500 (₹1,125–1,500 per person). Paid directly to the driver. Self-driving is welcome too.

Your contribution

₹33,100

Per person · all inclusive

Includes stay, all meals, sessions and sightseeing during the Yatra. Travel to and from Kathgodam / Pantnagar is not included.

  1. 1

    Register using the form. We'll email you the detailed itinerary and call you at your preferred time.

  2. 2

    A deposit of ₹5,100 confirms your place. It is adjusted in your total contribution.

  3. 3

    The balance of ₹28,000 is paid once the WhatsApp group is formed. We'll send you a reminder and begin coordinating travel together.

Booking for two or more people? Reach out; we have a special group discount.

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Your guides

Shambhavi & Sandesh

Shambhavi Shandilya

Shambhavi Shandilya

Classical Hatha Yoga Teacher

An aeronautical engineer whose life changed course after one experience in Sadhguru's program. Trained at Sadhguru's Isha Gurukulam (1,750 hours), she has spent close to four years conducting programs, Yatras and retreats across India and Nepal, putting everything in place so other seekers can have an effortless experience.

Sandesh Adhikari

Sandesh Adhikari

Classical Hatha Yoga Teacher · Himalayan guide

With a Master's in Psychology from the USA and years of leading groups through the Himalayas, including the Annapurna Base Camp trail, Sandesh brings a steady presence to every journey. He is also a certified Classical Hatha Yoga teacher trained at Isha Gurukulam (1,750 hours).

We see you

Small details, noticed and cared for

So you don't have to worry about them.

  • Travelling with elderly parents? Let us know and we'll arrange porter assistance wherever needed.
  • Bringing children? Share their ages so we can plan the days around them too.
  • Dietary restrictions or allergies? Tell us beforehand.
  • Prefer a single room? Reach out to us directly.
  • Celebrating a birthday or milestone? Let us know and we'll make it special.
  • A health condition that affects your practice? Share it so sessions can be adapted.
  • First time travelling to North India? Talk to us; we'll walk you through everything.
  • Anything else on your mind? Just ask. We're here for it.

From those who travelled with us

In their words

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FAQ

Questions, answered

Can I join on my own?

Yes. Many people join solo, and you'll be part of the group from the first evening.

What does ₹33,100 include?

Your stay (double sharing), all vegetarian meals, yoga and meditation sessions, and sightseeing during the Yatra. Travel to and from Kathgodam / Pantnagar and the shared SUV to the venue are not included.

How much walking is there?

Day 3 includes a hike through forest to Mahavatar Babaji's Cave. If you have any concerns about your fitness or a health condition, talk to us before registering and we'll guide you honestly.

How do I pay?

A deposit of ₹5,100 confirms your place. The balance of ₹28,000 is paid once the WhatsApp group is formed, and we'll remind you.

Can I get a single room?

Yes, on request. Reach out to us directly and we'll share the details.

Is there a discount for couples or groups?

Yes, booking for two or more people qualifies for a special group discount. Message us for details.

Still thinking it over?

That's okay. Let's talk.

Some decisions deserve a conversation. We'll call you at your preferred time.

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Or reach us directly: +91 97796 91354 · withshambhavi@gmail.com

₹33,100Kasar Devi · 19–22 Nov · all inclusive

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