By a Blue River, Mandal

The Rhythm

Four nights in the forest. Stone-and-lime houses built the slow way, a crystal-clear river running through the valley, and a yogashala tucked by the fields. Long enough to stop counting days. Unhurried mornings with birdsong from the canopy, afternoons by a quiet swimming hole, and cool evenings by the bonfire.

The Big Highlights

Anusuya Matha & Atrey Muni waterfall, an ancient forest trail to a temple and a waterfall that hides a cave. Quiet even on weekends.

Tungnath & Chandrashila, the big summit day via Chopta, the world’s highest Shiva temple and a panorama across the Garhwal range.

Birding. Around 80 species recorded in the orchard and forest.

The river, a quiet swimming hole, or an afternoon doing absolutely nothing.

Big breakfast in the outdoors looking at the open fields and the river.

Gopeshwar, the nearby mountain town, is alive through the local market, chai stops, and an ancient 9th century Shiva Temple.

Wander More

Four nights is enough to slow all the way down, and it bends easily. Spend a morning at the yogashala for yoga and quiet practice, or bring your own group for a retreat built around it. The same stillness works well for a workation too. Good light, a slow pace, and enough quiet to actually get things done between walks. For something more hands-on, ask us about creative workshops at the property. Painting, writing, or craft, held right by the fields. Tell us roughly how long you have and what you’re hoping for. And, we’ll build a plan that fits.

Customising

All meals, accommodation, transfers from Rishikesh and back, local mountain guides for the hikes, packed lunches on trek days. Excludes flights/trains to Rishikesh and personal expenses.