SHUNYATA

11-Day Himalayan Silent Awakening Retreat

7 Days of Noble Silence

Hosted by Abhyasa YogmathGreen Hills Retreat | Pokhara, Nepal

"When the Himalayas become silent, the mind remembers its true nature."

SHUNYATA is a carefully guided inner journey rather than simply a silent retreat.

Instead of entering silence immediately, participants spend three days preparing the body, mind and nervous system through yoga, meditation, breathwork and conscious living.

On Day 4, Noble Silence (Mauna) begins and continues for seven transformative days.

The final day is devoted to reintegration, reflection and returning to daily life with clarity.

Retreat Objectives

Participants will

• Calm the nervous system

• Improve concentration

• Release emotional tension

• Develop a sustainable meditation practice

• Experience deep silence

• Reconnect with nature

• Learn authentic yogic techniques

• Return home with greater clarity and inner peace

Daily Schedule (Days 4–10)

5:45 AMWake Up Bell

6:15 – 7:00 AMMorning Herbal Tea & Silent Observation

7:00 – 8:30 AMTraditional Hatha Yoga

Gentle but mindful practice emphasizing awareness rather than performance.

8:45 AMBreakfast in Silence

10:00 – 11:15 AMGuided Meditation

Vipassana-inspired observation, breath awareness, witnessing practices and yogic meditation.

11:30 – 12:15 PMPranayama

Nadi Shodhana

Bhramari

Ujjayi

Gentle Kumbhaka

12:30 PMLunch

Mindful eating practice

1:30 – 3:00 PM

Rest

Nature contemplation

Journaling (only when instructed)

3:00 – 4:00 PMYoga Nidra / Deep Relaxation

4:15 – 5:15 PMSilent Walking MeditationForest trail or lakeside contemplation

5:30 – 6:30 PMSound Healing Journey

Crystal bowls

Tibetan bowls

Gong

Himalayan instruments

Healing frequencies

6:45 PMLight Dinner

7:45 – 8:45 PMEvening Meditation

9:15 PMLights Out

Day-by-Day Journey

Day 1

Arrival & Grounding

Airport pickup

Welcome herbal tea

Room allocation

Opening circle

Introduction to yogic lifestyle

Gentle evening meditation

Day 2

Preparing the Body

Morning yoga

Introduction to meditation

Breath awareness

Nature walk

Healthy routines

Evening sound healing

Focus:

Slowing down

Day 3

Preparing the Mind

Longer meditation sessions

Pranayama techniques

Self-awareness workshop

Digital detox begins

Evening fire ceremony

Silence instructions

Participants surrender phones.

Focus:

Inner preparation

Day 4

Noble Silence Begins

Morning opening meditation

Sacred intention ceremony

Silence officially begins after breakfast.

From this point onward:

No talking

No phone

No reading

No music

No eye contact when possible

Only essential communication with teachers.

Day 5

Observing the Mind

Participants begin noticing

Thoughts

Habits

Mental patterns

Reaction cycles

Meditation deepens.

Day 6

Witness Consciousness

Attention naturally becomes steadier.

Breath slows.

Mind begins settling.

Afternoon Himalayan sound healing.

Day 7

Emotional Cleansing

Many participants experience

Joy

Sadness

Peace

Memories

Emotional release

Teachers remain available individually if needed.

Day 8

Deep Presence

Meditation becomes easier.

Nature feels more alive.

Silence becomes natural.

Day 9

Inner Clarity

Participants experience

Acceptance

Gratitude

Stillness

Compassion

Longer meditation sessions.

Day 10

The Space Within

The deepest day.

Minimal guidance.

Maximum personal observation.

Evening gratitude meditation.

Silence concludes after the evening practice.

Day 11

Returning to the World

Morning meditation

Gentle yoga

Breaking silence ceremony

Sharing circle

Closing blessings

Certificate

Departure

Daily Practices Included

🧘 Traditional Hatha Yoga

🌬 Himalayan Pranayama

🧠 Guided Meditation

🌿 Noble Silence

🎵 Himalayan Sound Healing

🌲 Forest Walking Meditation

🪷 Yoga Nidra

🔥 Opening & Closing Ceremony

🥗 Sattvic Meals

🌄 Sunrise Contemplation

Retreat Guidelines

• Noble Silence observed from Day 4 through Day 10.

• No mobile phones or electronic devices.

• Vegetarian sattvic meals only.

• No alcohol, smoking, or recreational drugs.

• Modest clothing.

• Respect shared silence.

• Attendance at all sessions is expected.

• Lights out at 9:15 PM.

What Makes the Pokhara Edition Unique

Unlike the Rishikesh program, the Pokhara retreat draws deeply from its Himalayan surroundings. The retreat incorporates:

• Sunrise meditation overlooking the Annapurna range.

• Silent lakeside contemplation at Phewa Lake.

• Forest walking meditations through the surrounding hills.

• Himalayan sound healing using Tibetan singing bowls and gongs.

• Fresh mountain air and a naturally tranquil environment that supports deep meditation.