Veda5 Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat

Overwhelmed is the word that comes in my mind, when I recall my stay in Veda5. The stay starts with a Lovely welcome by the host on your arrival, continued with welcome drinks and gifts. The rooms are wonderful with beautiful view of the valley. I was staying with my new born and they ensured that I don’t get bothered or worried about anything, when it comes to my baby. They proactively placed a baby cot, a room heater and a microwave in my room. Applaud to the staff for their services. Food was authentic that you would slurp lauki and tinda without giving a second thought. Every night there is theme, like I attended the movie night and the barbecue. The location of the resort is amidst mountains, all green everywhere. They are cultivating a botanical as well.

Stayed at this yoga retreat for a week and it was a wonderful experience. Solo traveller on rejuvenation programme which included a daily massage from Neeraj-she was amazing Thank you, very thoughtful to my needs, different massage daily depending on what the doctor advised. Naveen booked massages and arranged times accordingly thank you ! I learnt a lot about different foods, spices, grains and much more from staff at restaurant. Food is freshly cooked and so tasty at all times. Thank you to Rahoul and his team they are so welcoming and always looking after you, Aarti, Abinav, Bal Gopal and chef Salman and the rest of team - we had hot chapatis every evening and they are always willing to cook special requests - I was very spoilt ! The daily program is very well thought of with a variety of yoga, meditation, activities, talks, cooking demo's, daily pooja, thank you to Ashok the Manager and staff that lead the activities to name a few Mr Negi, Anjana, Ira, Govind and so many more wonderful staff. The drivers are very safe drivers-there is a winding round to the resort and they didn't take any risks. It is worth a visit into Rishikesh for Ghanga Aarti or a bit of shopping. The grounds, rooms and property is very well maintained. Thank you to Ramchandra and the groundskeepers working all day, repainting or watering the plants. The retreat is in the Himalayan hills, views are scenic and the air is fresh. Thank you to front desk staff Natasha and Shubham always helpful with with all requests and dealt with kindness. Also arranging extra requests with the housekeeping staff who cleaned the rooms so beautifully and brought me whatever I needed. Nirmal had booked the package exactly to my request and requirements - thank you As you can tell from my review that I had a fabulous time and it was very special stay form me as a solo traveller I felt safe and enjoyed the experience very much. All the staff are absolutely amazing and you are treated with respect and much kindness. I booked this retreat after looking at other retreats but the reviews for Veda5 swayed me to book here hence this review for other travellers to consider Veda5. I was already planning my next trip back even before I had left Veda5 and I will definitely be going back. I hope all that visitors have the same experience and enjoy it as much as I did!

I led a yoga retreat with 14 students who travelled from Australia to India. Our experience was superb. The manager, Ashok Chauhan assisted me with all of our retreat requirements. Nothing was a problem. Ashok ensured that our group were treated with a sense of priority and every staff member from the restaurant, reception through to the gardeners and porters were so generous in their attention to us all. I could not recommend this resort more highly. Also, our package includes Ayurvedic treatments and a personal consultation with the Doctor. All of the therapists were beautiful souls and made us all feel totally pampered and relaxed. The food is incredibly diverse, delicious and healthy. Every meal was filled with new flavours and variety. I will be back for sure!

Not only is the retreat property beautiful,peaceful, and quiet also all staff is wonderful. They are doing everything to make you feel happy and comfortable! The yoga and meditation teachers know exactly what they are doing and they are authentic. Food quality, variety, and taste is excellent and it is sattvic. Sous Chef Devendra Negi did a fantastic job! I got very good treatments in the Ayurveda center which were tailored to me by Dr. Jugunu. I would like to explore more of their treatments. I will definitely come back to enjoy this retreat again.

What an incredible holiday! We recently stayed one week here with yoga friends on a group retreat. The location and views are amazing - waking to the sounds of birds, monkeys and the rushing river each morning, with mist rolling in over the hills. The ayurveda spa was lovely, but food was the absolute stand out. So peaceful and quiet, but close enough to Rishikesh for a much more intense afternoon of shopping! Try and do the hike uphill to the small temple on the other side of the staff village - worth it for the views, but take (and tip) a guide. I would absolutely stay here again.

I have just spent 8 days at the Veda 5 yoga and meditation resort and I highly recommended it. It is a magical place with a full daily program of yoga, meditation, cooking classes, and of course the opportunity to indulge in naturopathy and Ayurvedic treatments…. All the staff are highly professional and very personable. I would like to mention specifically Dr Anjali Srivastava and the Naturopathy team, Chef Devendra Negi for the delicious and healthy food and cooking classes, the team in the dinning room, the driver and last but not least Yogi Gajendra Negi for his excellent one on one session in yoga which certainly helped me immensely in gaining confidence and flexibility!! I was a wonderful experience . I hope to return on day soon.