Maunvan Ashram · Rishikesh

Meditation Centre in Rishikesh

Maunvan is a small Himalayan ashram offering residential meditation programs — Vipassana, Yoga Nidra, Mantra, and Trataka — in a forested setting above the Ganga valley. 3, 5, and 7 day programs. All-inclusive. Maximum 12 participants. All levels welcome.

3, 5 and 7 Days — Meditation Retreat in Rishikesh

Most people who look for a meditation centre in Rishikesh fall into one of two groups: those who have never meditated and want to learn properly from the beginning, and those who have a home practice that has stalled and want to go deeper. Maunvan's residential programs are built for both. You choose 3, 5, or 7 days — and spend that time in a Himalayan forest ashram above the Ganga valley, learning Vipassana, Yoga Nidra, Mantra, and Trataka from teachers who have been practising for decades. Morning yoga and daily pranayama are part of every program — making this a true yoga and meditation centre in Rishikesh, not just a meditation room attached to a hotel.

Maunvan is a small-group residential ashram — structured specifically for genuine depth, not a packed experience schedule. One all-inclusive fee covers your room, all meals, every session, and personal guidance from Dr. Yogi Vijay Rayal and the Maunvan team. Groups are capped at a maximum of 12 people. Programs run every week of the year. Whether you are joining for healing, for learning, or simply for the first time — you are welcome here exactly as you are.

Meditation centre in Rishikesh at Maunvan ashram — Himalayan forest setting

What Is the Meditation Centre at Maunvan?

Rishikesh has more meditation centres than most visitors can count. What you get behind the name varies enormously — from weekend wellness packages at a guesthouse to serious residential practice under experienced teachers. The question worth asking before you book is not "which place has the most reviews?" but "is this centre structured for genuine practice?"

Maunvan is a residential meditation centre in Rishikesh set on a forested ridge above the Ganga valley — not on a busy commercial street inside the town. You cannot hear traffic from the ashram. The natural silence is real, and the Himalayan environment does a measurable amount of the work for you. Programs here teach four classical techniques — Vipassana, Yoga Nidra, Mantra, and Trataka — within a daily rhythm that has been refined over years of teaching. Groups are limited to a firm maximum of 12 participants. Every person in the room is known by name, and every session is adjusted to the actual people present.

The 3-day and 5-day programs are fully accessible to people with no prior meditation experience at all — you do not need to have sat before, and there are no expectations about what you should be able to do. These meditation courses in Rishikesh are designed to meet you where you are. The 7-day silent retreat is for those who want to go further: extended noble silence, a more intensive daily schedule, and daily one-on-one teacher interviews throughout. Many participants use Maunvan as a healing meditation centre in Rishikesh — arriving tired, scattered, or unwell, and leaving with a restored quality of stillness that carries into their daily life. Peer-reviewed research confirms that structured residential meditation programs produce measurably stronger outcomes than drop-in or app-based practice — a key reason the residential format exists.

If you are looking specifically for a dedicated Vipassana-only intensive, see the Vipassana Meditation Centre page. If you want to focus primarily on yoga with meditation as a component, see our yoga retreat in Rishikesh. For all programs, visit the Retreats page.

Retreat Dates & Availability 2026 / 2027

Programs are available throughout the year. You choose how many days — 3, 5, or 7 — based on your experience level and how deeply you want to go. Limited to a maximum of 12 participants per batch.

Start Date 3 Days (Single / Sharing) 5 Days (Single / Sharing) 7 Days (Single / Sharing)
05 Oct 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
12 Oct 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
19 Oct 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
26 Oct 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
02 Nov 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
09 Nov 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
16 Nov 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
23 Nov 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
30 Nov 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
07 Dec 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
14 Dec 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
21 Dec 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
28 Dec 2026$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
04 Jan 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
11 Jan 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
18 Jan 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
25 Jan 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
01 Feb 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
08 Feb 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
15 Feb 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
22 Feb 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
01 Mar 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
08 Mar 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
15 Mar 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
22 Mar 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
29 Mar 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
05 Apr 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
12 Apr 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
19 Apr 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
26 Apr 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
03 May 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
10 May 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
17 May 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
24 May 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
31 May 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
07 Jun 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
14 Jun 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
21 Jun 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
28 Jun 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
05 Jul 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
12 Jul 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
19 Jul 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
26 Jul 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
02 Aug 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
09 Aug 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
16 Aug 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
23 Aug 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
30 Aug 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
06 Sep 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
13 Sep 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
20 Sep 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217
27 Sep 2027$108 / $93$180 / $155$252 / $217

All fees are all-inclusive — accommodation, 3 meals/day, all meditation sessions & personal teacher guidance. Max 12 participants per batch.

Daily Schedule

The day is built on the classical understanding that different hours support different qualities of practice. The pre-dawn hour is for deep sitting. The morning is for yoga. The afternoon is for learning and lighter awareness practices. The evening returns to stillness. This rhythm — followed consistently over 3 to 7 days — produces a quality of integrated awareness that random practice never reaches.

05:30 AM
Wake Up

Pre-dawn Himalayan silence before the valley stirs. The quietest and most receptive hour of the day.

06:00 AM
Pranayama & Sitting Meditation

75 minutes of guided breathwork (Nadi Shodhana, Kapalabhati) followed by silent sitting. The foundation of every day.

07:30 AM
Gentle Morning Yoga

60 minutes of Hatha yoga — specifically designed to open the hips and spine so the body can sit comfortably for extended meditation without physical discomfort.

08:30 AM
Breakfast

Warm sattvic vegetarian meal. In silence during the 7-day program.

10:00 AM
Main Meditation Session

90 minutes of Vipassana, Mantra, or technique-specific practice — guided progressively based on the group's experience level and the day of the program.

12:00 PM
Walking Meditation

Mindful movement in the ashram garden and forest paths — bringing meditative awareness into the body in motion. A practice in itself, not a break.

01:00 PM
Lunch & Rest

Main sattvic meal followed by free time for rest, journaling, or self-study. Integration time is part of the practice.

03:30 PM
Afternoon Session

Yoga Nidra, Trataka, mantra repetition, or philosophy talk — rotating based on the day and program level. One-on-one teacher interviews during this time in the 5 and 7-day programs.

07:00 PM
Dinner

Light sattvic evening meal. Simple, nourishing, and in keeping with the quiet tone of the day.

08:00 PM
Evening Meditation & Satsang

Trataka or guided awareness session, followed by mantra chanting and philosophy discussion. Lights out by 10:00 PM.

What's Included in the Meditation Program Fee?

One fee covers everything. No hidden extras, no per-session charges.

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Accommodation
Private or shared room at Maunvan ashram
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All Meals
Three sattvic vegetarian meals daily
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All Meditation Sessions
Vipassana, Yoga Nidra, Mantra, Trataka, Pranayama
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Teacher Access
Daily personal interviews (5 & 7-day programs)
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Philosophy Study
Evening satsang, texts, and mantra chanting
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Certificate
Completion certificate from Maunvan ashram
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Travel to Rishikesh
Flights, trains, and local transport not included
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Personal Medical Costs
Any personal medications or medical treatment
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Personal Expenses
Shopping, extra snacks, laundry
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Visa Fees
Indian visa fees and travel insurance

Accommodation at Maunvan Ashram

Maunvan ashram sits on a forested ridge above the Ganga valley in the Himalayan foothills — genuinely away from the noise of central Rishikesh town. Your room is your retreat base: simple, clean, and built to support deep rest and the quality of silence that serious meditation requires. Accommodation is fully included in all program fees.

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Private Single Room
For participants who prefer their own space. Clean and simply furnished with a comfortable bed, storage, and attached or shared bathroom. Ideal for maintaining the continuity of silence between sessions.
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Double Sharing Room
For two participants sharing. You may book with a travel companion or be matched with another participant of the same gender. A practical option for those who want to save on cost.
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Forest Ashram Setting
Rooms open onto the ashram grounds — forest paths, a meditation garden, and quiet sitting areas. Birdsong in the morning, Himalayan ridges in the distance, genuine stillness at night.
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Clean Facilities
Hot water, clean bathrooms, and regular housekeeping. Not a luxury hotel — but everything you need is here and well maintained. The simplicity is intentional: a meditation retreat is not about comfort as distraction.
Accommodation room at Maunvan ashram meditation centre Rishikesh Maunvan ashram accommodation — meditation centre in Rishikesh Maunvan meditation centre accommodation Rishikesh

Accommodation is included in all program fees. No extra charges for room use, early check-in (subject to availability), or late departure on the final day. Towels and bedding are provided.

Why Choose Maunvan — Yoga and Meditation Centre in Rishikesh

There are dozens of places in Rishikesh that use the words "meditation centre." Here is what distinguishes Maunvan — not as marketing language, but as specific decisions about how this ashram is run, and why those decisions matter to your practice.

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Maximum 12 Participants — Always
In a group of 30, a teacher watches a crowd. In a group of 12, they watch you — how your posture shifts after 40 minutes, where your attention drifts, what emotions your practice is moving through. The limit of 12 is not a capacity constraint. It is a teaching decision. And it is the single thing that separates a good meditation class from a genuinely transformative retreat.
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Truly All-Inclusive — One Fee, Nothing Hidden
One fee covers your room, three sattvic meals a day, every meditation class in Rishikesh within the program, daily group practices, teacher access, and philosophy study. No per-session charges. No extra fees when you arrive. Among the most transparent and accessible residential meditation centres in Rishikesh.
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Genuine Himalayan Setting — Not a Town Guesthouse
Maunvan sits on a forested ridge above the Ganga valley — genuinely away from the noise of central Rishikesh. The environment is not a backdrop. Clean mountain air, natural forest silence, and proximity to the river all reduce the effort required to settle the mind. The ashram itself is a condition for practice.
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Teachers with Decades of Personal Practice
The teachers at Maunvan have sustained personal meditation and yoga practices for many years — they are not recent graduates hired to fill a timetable. The difference shows in every session: precision in instruction, patience when a student struggles, and the capacity to work with exactly where you are — not where the curriculum assumes you should be.
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Yoga + Meditation Together, Every Day
Every program at Maunvan integrates morning Hatha yoga, daily pranayama, and walking meditation alongside the four classical meditation techniques. This is what makes Maunvan a complete yoga and meditation centre in Rishikesh — not a choice between movement and stillness, but a daily structure that uses each to deepen the other.
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A Genuine Space for Healing
Many participants arrive at Maunvan exhausted — from work, grief, anxiety, chronic stress, or simply the noise of modern life. The combination of structured silence, forest environment, Yoga Nidra, sattvic meals, and personal teacher attention creates conditions for rest and recovery that most people can find nowhere else. This is what a healing meditation centre in Rishikesh looks like when it is functioning properly.

Meditation Classes in Rishikesh — What Happens Inside Each Session?

If you are looking for meditation classes in Rishikesh that go beyond a one-hour drop-in, what Maunvan offers is structurally different. Each day of a residential program contains four to five distinct practice sessions — not one class repeated. Morning begins with 75 minutes of pranayama and seated meditation. This is followed by Hatha yoga. The 10:00 AM main session rotates between Vipassana, Mantra, and Trataka based on the day and the group's depth. The afternoon session — Yoga Nidra, walking meditation, or a philosophy talk — targets a different quality of awareness. Evening closes with satsang and a brief guided awareness practice.

The difference between these structured daily meditation courses in Rishikesh and a single class is accumulation. By day three, the mind has spent enough hours in structured silence that the quality of each session is qualitatively different from what the same technique produces in a one-hour class. This cumulative effect is the reason residential programs consistently produce results that weekly drop-in classes — however well taught — cannot replicate.

What is the meditation centre at Maunvan in Rishikesh?
Maunvan is a residential yoga and meditation centre in Rishikesh — Himalayan forest ashram offering 3, 5, and 7-day programs in Vipassana, Yoga Nidra, Mantra, and Trataka. All-inclusive from $93. Maximum 12 participants. All levels welcome. Weekly start dates year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Retreat

What is the meditation centre at Maunvan in Rishikesh?
Maunvan is a residential meditation centre in Rishikesh offering 3, 5, and 7-day programs in four classical techniques: Vipassana, Yoga Nidra, Mantra, and Trataka. Every program also includes morning Hatha yoga and daily pranayama, making it a complete yoga and meditation centre — not just a meditation room. Set in a Himalayan forest ashram above the Ganga valley, programs are fully all-inclusive and limited to a maximum of 12 participants per batch.
Is this suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The 3-day and 5-day programs are fully accessible to people with no prior meditation experience. Teachers begin with the very foundation — posture, breath, and basic attention training — before introducing any specific technique. If you have never sat for meditation in your life, you are welcome and will receive appropriate personal guidance from the very first session. The 7-day program is better suited to those with some prior exposure to seated practice.
How much do meditation courses in Rishikesh at Maunvan cost?
The 3-day program is $108 (single room) or $93 (sharing). The 5-day is $180 / $155, and the 7-day is $252 / $217. All fees are fully all-inclusive — accommodation, three sattvic meals daily, every meditation session, and personal teacher guidance. There are no hidden charges or per-session fees. Weekly start dates are available year-round.

Techniques & Practice

What meditation techniques are taught at Maunvan?
Maunvan teaches four classical techniques: Vipassana (sustained non-reactive observation of body sensation — one of the most researched meditation methods for reducing stress and improving attention), Yoga Nidra (guided yogic sleep that produces deep physiological rest), Mantra meditation (Vedic sound-based practice that settles mental activity quickly even for beginners), and Trataka (candle-flame concentration that builds single-pointed focus). Morning pranayama and forest walking meditation are practised daily alongside these four.
Is Maunvan a yoga and meditation centre in Rishikesh, or just meditation?
Both. Every program at Maunvan integrates morning Hatha yoga (60 minutes, focused on opening the hips and spine for seated practice), pranayama breathwork, walking meditation, and four classical meditation techniques. If you are looking for a yoga and meditation centre in Rishikesh that treats both as a unified daily practice — rather than offering yoga and meditation as separate add-ons — this is what Maunvan is built around. For those who want yoga as the primary focus, see our yoga retreat.
Can Maunvan help with stress, anxiety, or healing — is it a healing meditation centre?
Many participants come to Maunvan specifically for healing — from burnout, chronic stress, anxiety, grief, or the cumulative exhaustion of a demanding life. The program is not a clinical intervention, but the combination of structured silence, Yoga Nidra (which produces deep physiological rest), Vipassana (shown in peer-reviewed research to reduce anxiety and improve emotional regulation), sattvic vegetarian food, clean Himalayan air, and personal teacher attention creates conditions for genuine recovery. People regularly describe the retreat as the most rested and mentally clear they have felt in years.

Logistics & Booking

Does Maunvan offer meditation teacher training in Rishikesh?
Maunvan's programs — 3, 5, and 7 days — are retreats for personal practice, not certified teacher training courses. If you are looking for a formal meditation teacher training in Rishikesh with a certification, that is a different kind of program. Maunvan's focus is on your own practice going deeper, not on training you to teach others. That said, many participants who complete the 7-day silent retreat find it becomes the most foundational experience of their personal practice — and a natural preparation for more intensive study later.
Is noble silence observed?
Noble silence is observed during all formal meditation sessions in all programs. The 7-day silent retreat extends silence to meals and free time throughout the entire duration. Participants on 3 and 5-day programs may speak freely during meals and free periods. Minimal phone use is encouraged in all programs — digital silence significantly deepens the quality of practice, and most participants find they don't miss it after the first day.
What is the best time to visit the Rishikesh meditation centre?
Programs run year-round with weekly Monday start dates. October to March is the most popular season — cool, clear weather and crisp Himalayan air that naturally supports deep seated practice. April to June is warm but beautiful. July and August are the monsoon months — the forest is extraordinarily lush and the introspective atmosphere many participants find ideal for serious inner work. Every season at Maunvan has its own quality.
How many people are in each batch?
A maximum of 12 participants per program — a firm limit, not a flexible guideline. This is what makes genuinely personal teaching possible. Teachers observe each participant's specific practice patterns throughout the retreat — how attention moves, what obstacles arise, what is opening — and can respond to these directly. It is the single most important structural difference between a Rishikesh meditation centre that teaches and one that merely runs a schedule.
How do I get to the Maunvan ashram in Rishikesh?
Arrive in Rishikesh by 4:00 PM on your retreat start date. The ashram is located in Tapovan, above the main town. Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun — approximately 35 km away. Nearest major railhead: Haridwar — 25 km from Rishikesh. Taxis and shared transport are available from both. Once you book, we send detailed arrival instructions including the exact ashram address and pickup coordination if needed.

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