Teaching on the Yidam & Hayagriva Empowerment
2022-09-30 - 2022-10-02
NEW DATE!
Sept 30th – Oct 2nd
Residential / Online
Teaching on the Yidam & Hayagriva Empowerment
with Lhuntrul Dechen Rinpoche.
Conditions to participate, having taken “Refuge in the Three Jewels” and having received a Ripa empowerment.
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Dorje Drollo
2022-10-17 - 2022-10-23
Dear Friends of the Ripa International Sangha,
We are delighted to announce that His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche has agreed to Bestow the teaching from his own mind Terma of ‘Dorje Drollo’.
Event Details:
The event will take place at the Rigon Tashi Choling Monastery in Pharping, Nepal in the special Dallu Valley. The teachings will consist of both instructions and practice every day.
In the evenings during the retreat, we have arranged teachings by Khenpo Tenzon Wangdu on the ‘The view, meditation, action and fruit of the 9 gradual vehicles’.
The details on the session timings will be announced at the event. The format of the day and the teachings will follow in our next communication.
Dates:
October 17th to October 23rd
Empowerment – October 17th
It is requested that everyone who plans to attend the teaching, must receive the empowerment and stay through the end of the teaching days till 23rd .
Please arrive at least one day prior to the teachings for registration, as the teachings/empowerment will begin in the morning of the 17th. You will be able to depart the afternoon/evening of October 23rd.
Texts:
The text for instruction is a practice of Guru Dorje Drollo. This pesha formatted text can be purchased only at the event registration for $35.
Registration:
We are separating the costs of the teachings from the room and board housing. This is due to some people may be coming to the teachings locally and will not need housing or food. Payment for local housing will be made directly to those guest houses. So please bring extra cash for those payments.
For the teachings, we are requesting that you register online at RipaLadrang.org or send in a check to our address in Los Angeles (address below). We will not be able to take credit card transactions in Nepal for the event. If you are paying cash, we will accept it at the event, but please tell us at the special email below of your intention to register and payment method.
We have set up a special email address to coordinate the housing and transportation needs of those attending the retreat. It is: DorjeDrollo2022@gmail.com
As you confirm your travel plans, please send us an email to this address with your housing request, dates and booking information as described below.
We will be publishing an FAQ that should answer most questions fairly soon. If additional questions come up, please send them to the same special email address, and we will try our best to answer them.
Registration Details:
If you wish to attend the teachings, please register on the Ripa Ladrang Foundation donations page at:
https://www.ripaladrang.org/product/donation-form/
We have provided 3 selections depending on your ability to support the event:
Dorje Drollo – Nepal 2022 Member $400
Dorje Drollo – Nepal 2022 Benefactor $500
Dorje Drollo – Nepal 2022 Sponsor $700
Select the ‘Dorje Drollo Retreat – Nepal 2022’. Select the support level, based on the level, please select the amount to donate (Or other):
If you wish to pay by check:
Please send us an email with your intention so we can note the registration, and send your check to the Ripa Ladrang Post Office Box at:
Ripa Ladrang Foundation
11270 Exposition Blvd
Box 64887
Los Angeles CA 90064-9998
If you wish to pay by cash:
Please send us an email with your intention so we can note the registration, and we will accept it at the registration desk at the event site.
Accommodations and Transportation:
If you require accommodations (Room / Room & Board):
Please send us an email to our special email dorjedrollo2022@gmail.com
Because we are gathering reservation information for the Guest Houses, they will need all of the details to process the reservations including the following:
Full Name
Passport number, and issuing country
Expiration date,
Date of Birth,
Travel dates (Arrival and departure, Airline flight number and times).
Requested Housing Dates (Arrival/Departure in Pharping/Dallu)
Roommate requests – as we will try our best to fulfil your requests
Transportation needs to/from Kathmandu. (Arrival/Departure to Pharping/Dallu)
If you have any specific requests or particular issues that we need to be aware of, please indicate so in the email as well.
Accommodation and Travel Pricing Details:
Below are the detailed pricing for guest houses – room or room and board and transportation costs.
We have made arrangements with a number of Guest Houses in the area to accommodate this retreat.
All prices are Per Person based on Double Occupancy:
Deluxe Rooms: $55 / day with 3 vegetarian meals per day included.
Standard Rooms: $35 / day with 3 vegetarian meals per day included
Single Standard Room: $40/day with 3 vegetarian meals
(Note: Very few rooms are available).
All payments will be made to the Guesthouse directly for Room and Board accommodations.
Given the number of people attending and the availability of rooms, we will not have many single occupancy rooms. We will try our best to accommodate as per your preference, but you will be likely sharing your room. If you have a partner or a friend that you would like to share the room with, please provide that information so that we can try to accommodate your requests.
Travel:
We are arranging a transportation service from Kathmandu to Dallu/Pharping. Cost $50 for the round trip. If you need this to be taken care of, please indicate that as well in the email.
Visa:
Nepal tourist Visa is issued at the airport. You can find all the details at:
https://www.immigration.gov.np/page/visa-on-arrival
Alternatively, you can get the visa ahead of arrival into Nepal.
Covid Rules:
Please check the travel Covid rules for the airlines you are travelling. Nepal as of now requires a negative PCR Covid test within 72 hours of entry OR a Vaccination Certificate. But please check a few days before travel on the rules as these may change.
But we will have Covid rules for the retreat and the information will be sent out shortly along with an FAQ for all the above.
Finally in Summary:
General Registration Steps – details are below:
Register online for the event at the Ripa Ladrang site.
If paying by cash only, tell us via special email at DorjeDrollo2022.
Email us at DorjeDrollo2022 providing housing information and requests
Email us at DorjeDrollo2022 providing transportation information and requests
We look forward to seeing you at this exciting and very special event.
Ripa Ladrang Foundation Staff.
Here is an excerpt which is a part of the text itself that summarizes the preciousness of this teaching, the words of the Terton himself:
“This practice of Guru Dragpo, the combined essence of the enlightened intent of all vidyadharas and quintessence of the heart’s blood of the dakinis, the supreme secret of secrets, the utterly secret sealed heart, was extracted from the enlightened mind of Padma and transmitted to the destined heart-son concealed in the casket of the expanse of pure awareness. When the auspicious circumstances come together it will be revealed from the profound treasury of pure awareness and space and set down in final form. It is sealed with the seal of the enlightened body, speech and mind of the dakinis and the seal of strictest samaya. Body protector Tagshön and Rahula, skillfully guard these vajra words—SAMAYA GYA GYA GYA
One night, when I was thirteen years old, I met the Crazy Wrathful Guru Dorje Drolö in person in the monastery of Rigön Tashi Chöling in my homeland of Dokham. I prayed to him with single-pointed devotion, and he said: “KYE HO—Listen, destined heart-son. I am the intensely blazing wrathful blood drinker, Pema Tötrengtsäl. There is no doubt that this practice of the Wrathful Guru, the condensed pith instructions of the Utterly Secret Heart-Mind, unified essence of the victorious ones of the three roots, heart’s blood of all dakinis, will prevent all obstacles and that the two types of accomplishments will definitely be attained, so, destined one, keep it in your heart. This profound instruction will also be taught for the benefit of beings in the future during the extremely disturbed era of degeneration. You have always been inseparable from me,” and added, “You will experience the union of your mind and mine and, from that time on, be free of all sign of obstacles.”
Furthermore, in the middle of the night one night when I was doing a retreat on a Taksham Dorje Drolö terma called Zabmo Sangdu in Tashigang, a supreme gathering place of the dakinis near the extremely secret site of Dewakota in the hidden land of Pemakö, a limitless expanse of red light rose from the eastern direction and in its midst I saw a dark red wrathful figure wearing a cloak and extremely unbearable to look at. From my seat I instantly paid homage and, with a relaxed expression, Dorje Drolö touched my head three times with his maroon-colored face and gave me a Phurpa with a wrathful face he had been holding with his two hands and said, “I am Wangdrak Drowolö. You are the destined one of the Lotus family. In the past you have taken several pure incarnations: among others, previously you were Chogyang ‘The Horse Neigher’, the perfectly accomplished Namkai Nyingpo, Chag Zampa the powerful realized one, Drime Özer, miraculous emanation of primordial awareness, and Pema Gyepai Dorje. Pema Longyang Rölpa Tsäl, Dechen Dorje Ziji, in a previous life I hid this extremely secret wrathful practice sealed with the seal of heart-mind in the ultimate space casket of your rigpa-awareness. Now is the time to reveal it. Bring it forth from the expanse of your mind and write it down—SAMAYA”
More communication to follow soon.

Winter Retreat 2022: Ngondro, Tsalung and Dzgochen Silent Retreat with Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche
2022-12-26 - 2023-01-01
Registration for the winter retreat is now open and all of the information can be found at the following link:
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Long Life Ceremonies for H.E. in Orissa Join Us in Person and in Prayer For a Pilgrimage With Lama Tenzin Phuntsok
2023-01-31 - 2023-02-02
Lama Tenzin’s Letter to the Ripa Sangha

Dear Friends of the Ripa International Sangha,
Rigon Thupten Mindolling Monastery has announced that a long life Mandala offering ceremony to His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche will be celebrated from January 31st to February 2, 2023, organized jointly by the members of both Ripa monasteries, Thupten Mindolling in Odisha, India and Tashi Choeling in Pharping, Nepal. The main purpose of conducting this ceremony, followed by an extensive long life puja, is to dispel all forms of obstacles in the life of H.E. Namkha Drimed Rinpoche, as the upcoming year of the Tibetan Water Rabbit is an obstacle year for him according to Tibetan astrology.
The three Ripa monasteries of Odisha, Nepal and Tibet are performing a large number of pujas as the result of divinations from several high Lamas and many other pujas have also been requested to be completed at different monasteries such as H.H. Penor Rinpoche’s monastery in South India etc. For the western Sangha, I would like to announce three ways to participate actively and to join the prayers in our monasteries:

1 – Participation from Afar
Whoever wishes to make a donation for supporting these pujas within the monasteries may send their contribution to the RIC accounts (detailed below). This is important and necessary. In order to minimize bank fees, once collected and all together, the RIC will then send the donations to the monasteries.2 – Contributing our prayers individually on Zoom each Thursday at 19:30 (GMT +2)
In addition to the many extensive pujas performed by the monastic communities, there are a large number of Seven Line Prayers and Vajra Guru Mantras to accumulate. We are invited to do these prayers in our homes as well as centers.In order to strengthen our prayers and to connect, we will join all together via Zoom each Thursday evening from 19:30 to 20:30 to accumulate both pujas. Thus, practicing together will bring both benefits to our beloved teacher, as well as bring us together as one Sangha. Please join us so that we may enjoy our efforts in solidarity.
3 – Joining the ceremonies and the pilgrimage
Of course, the Sangha from all over the world is invited to join the Tenshuk ceremonies for the Long Life of His Eminence from January 31st – February 2nd, 2023 in the Thubten Mindolling Monastery in Odisha.
Since many of our students have never been to Bodh Gaya and Varanasi, which are the most important sites for a Buddhist pilgrimage, we would like to take this opportunity to organize and guide a pilgrimage to each Buddhist site prior to His Eminence’s long life offerings and on the way to Odisha. The pilgrimage starts in New Delhi on Monday, January 23rd and ends with arrival at the Monastery in Orissa, on Monday, January 30th. Enroute, we will spend four days in Bodh Gaya, joining the annual Nyingma Monlam – World peace prayer. Whoever is interested in the pilgrimage, may join.

May there be auspiciousness for the benefit of all sentient beings and long life to His Eminence!

Lama Tenzin Phuntsok, Resident Lama of the Ripa International Center and the RIC Team

Participation from Afar
Your donation is an important contribution and an efficient way to connect with the prayers and Long Life ceremonies completed in the monasteries throughout this year.

Donate Now

Each Thursday 19:30 (GMT +2)
Join the Sangha accumulations guided by Lama Tenzin on Zoomhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82206893520?pwd=[REDACTED] ID: 822 0689 3520
Passcode: [REDACTED]
We start at 19:00 with Protectors and you’re very welcome to join us!
On the link below, please download the Puja text for accumulation. Also, you may accumulate as many prayers and mantras as possible and register them until February 2, 2023.

Collect Here Your Accumulated Mantras & Prayers

Join the Ceremonies and PilgrimageMonday, January 23rd – Monday, January 30th, 2023.
Start in New Delhi and End at the Thupten Mindolling Monastery in Orissa.Varanasi – Bodh Gaya, joining the annual Nyingma Monlam, “World Peace Prayer” – Bhubaneshwar
Photo: H.E. Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche in Bodh Gaya during Nyingma Monlam in 2014.

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Finding Peace in Troubled Times
2023-04-15 08:00 - 2023-04-16 17:00 (America/New_York)
On-site
Finding Peace in Troubled Times
with Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche
Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche shares perspectives and insights based upon the wisdom teachings of Buddhism, which help us to deal with our current problems. During this weekend, he provides guidelines and methods that confidently lead us into our kind-hearted, powerful being.
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Ngöndro Weekend: Teachings and Accumulations
2023-05-13 - 2023-05-14
On-site and via Zoom
Ngöndro Weekend: Teachings and Accumulations
guided by Lama Tenzin
For students of the Ripa Lineage having taken refuge
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Nyung Né
2023-05-29 - 2023-06-03
May 29 – June 03
Residential
Nyung Né
with Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche
yung Ne is a fasting and purification practice, during which retreatants meditate on compassion and purification in sets consisting of two days each.
In a very short time, the practice of Nyung Ne helps to actively purify negative karma and to accumulate merit by opening the heart to compassion to all beings.
While prostrating and reciting the mantra of Avalokiteshvara, the suffering of all beings is pacified and alleviated. By calling to the deity with love and compassion, and invoking his blessings, peace and compassion spread throughout the entire world of phenomena as well as into our own heart and mind.
It is said that doing only one single set of this powerful practice closes the door to the lower realms and that the completion of eight sets opens the door to a rebirth in the Pure Land of Dewachen.
Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche honors us with his presence to lead this practice of the Nyung Ne. He is a Ripa Lineage holder and a highly accomplished Vajra-Master and teacher. Recognized as an emanation of Chenrezig in his wrathful form, Lhuntrul Rinpoche’s guidance and blessing energy are an extraordinarily precious support in leading retreatants through this practice.
This year we are extremely fortunate to do this practice by respecting the pure tradition as followed in the monasteries: to close the month of Sagadawa, just before celebrating this sacred day filled with blessings on Sunday 4th June.
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JUNE 4: Save the Date!
Sagadawa celebration with Lhuntrul Dechen Rinpoche: Procession, Ceremony and Children’s Blessing.

RIPA INTERNATIONAL Summer Retreat
2023-07-22 - 2023-07-28
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RIPA INTERNATIONAL Summer Retreat
With the three Masters of the Ripa Lineage
July 22nd – 28th: Mandala: Community in harmony
Teachings for all with Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche
July 28th – August 05: Yeshe Tsogyal Drupchoe (7 days)
August 06th – 11th: Gesar Enrichment Drupchoe (5 days)
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Taksham Yeshe Tsogyal Drupchö - With Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche and Lhuntrul Rinpoche
2023-07-29 - 2023-08-04
Onsite/ Online
Taksham Yeshe Tsogyal Drupchö –
With Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche and Lhuntrul Rinpoche
Practitioners invite the healing energy of the wisdom deity and her mandala. In this space, spiritual disturbances can be dissolved and the inherent quality of wisdom, creative power and unconditional joy can reveal itself.
7 days of Drupchö!
Prerequisite: Refuge to the Three Jewels and an empowerment of the Ripa Lineage.
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Cultivating Calm: Buddhist Insights on Overcoming Anxiety and Depression with Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Tibet House, 22 West 15th Street, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Buddhist teacher, Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche, will delve into the profound teachings of Buddhism to address the pressing issues of anxiety and depression. This 90-minute session will begin with a talk followed by a guided meditation. Rinpoche will share his wisdom on cultivating inner calm amidst the turbulence of modern life. He will explore Buddhist perspectives on mental health, emphasizing the root causes of anxiety and depression and how these can be addressed through the principles of compassion, mindfulness, and self-awareness. Drawing on traditional teachings and contemporary applications, Rinpoche will offer practical insights and advice on overcoming emotional distress, finding resilience, and nurturing a balanced mind. This talk is designed to provide not just philosophical understanding but actionable steps for individuals seeking to navigate their mental health challenges with grace and equanimity.
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Meditation for the Modern World
2024-06-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Indian Consulate of New York, 3 East 64th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States
The consulate General of India New York cordially invites you to attend the Meditation for the Modern World, a talk by Ven. Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche, Master of Buddhist Meditation and Philosophy. The talk will take place on Friday June, 21st, 2024 from 6 to 7:30pm at the Indian Consulate of New York at 3 East 64th Street, New York, NY 10065.
Please RSVP to: culture.newyork@mea.gov.in

Gesar Drala Retreat 2024
2024-10-22 - 2024-10-28 | Rigon Tashi Choling Monastery, Dallu, Pharping, Nepal
Registration for the fall Gesar Drala retreat in Nepal is now open. His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche and Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurme Rinpoche will teach and guide students in the Drupcho practices of Gesar Drala Practice.
The retreat will take place in the Rigon Tashi Choeling Monastery in the Dollu Valley in Pharping, Nepal. The Drupcho will consist of daily teachings and practice. The details on the session timings will be announced at the event. The text is a medium length practice of Gesar Drala.
Retreat Details
Drupcho: October 22-28
The retreat will begin with an empowerment on October 22nd. It is a requirement that all participants who wish to attend receive the empowerment and the reading transmission on the first day, October 22nd.
There are also planned teachings in the evenings by Khenpo Tenzin Wangdu. Further details about the retreat and a FAQ will be sent in late September to those who have completed their registration.
Registration Costs for the Retreat

Member: $500
Benefactor: $550
Sponsor: $750
Texts: $40

Please indicate on the registration form if you wish to reserve retreat accommodations and your room preference.

How to Register
To attend the Great Drala Retreat in Nepal, please complete your registration form at the link provided below. If you have any specific requests or issues that we need to be aware of, please indicate this in the field provided.
Note: If you wish to pay by cash, you may do so at the on-site event registration desk. If you plan to do this, please indicate this in the comments on your registration form.
Here is the registration form link:
Click Here to Register

Payment
Once you have submitted the registration form, your payment for the retreat can be made at the Ripa Ladrang donation page. Please select the ‘Gesar Drala Drupcho Retreat – Nepal 2024’ in the drop-down menu (you have four options: Member, Benefactor, Sponsor or Participate from Afar).
Here is the payment link:
Click Here to Donate

Accommodations
We have reserved rooms with local guest houses within walking distance of the monastery and will assign rooms based upon your preferences. Your payment for accommodations are to be made directly to your guest house upon checkout. All prices include three (3) meals per day.

Economy Standard based on Double Occupancy (Estimate: $15 per day, per person)
Economy Standard based on Single Occupancy (Estimate: $30 per day, per person)
Higher Standard based on Double Occupancy (Estimate: $30 per day, per person)
Higher Standard based on Single Occupancy (Estimate: $60 per day, per person)

Please note that we will try our best to accommodate your room preference, however, given the number of people attending and the availability of rooms, we may not have many single occupancy rooms available. Please indicate a partner or a friend that you would like to share a room with (if any) so that we can try to accommodate your requests. We also recommend that you arrive 1-2 days prior to the start of the retreat to settle in after your travel.

Airport Transfers
A pre-paid taxi to your guest house can be booked at the pre-paid taxi desk on the way out of the Kathmandu Airport. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the special request section of the registration form. Return transportation from the retreat to Kathmandu or the airport can be arranged at the registration desk when you check in.

Visas
A Nepal Tourist Visa can be obtained on arrival at the airport in Kathmandu. You can find all the details using the link below:
Nepal Visa Information
Alternatively, you may also obtain a visa through your local Nepal Consulate prior to your departure to Nepal.

COVID Rules
Please check for any Covid travel rules for the airlines you are taking. Nepal currently does not require vaccination certificates or negative PCR tests for entry. Please check a few days before your travel as these rules may change. Information about Covid precautions for the retreat will be sent out in an FAQ to registered participants.
We strongly urge that you purchase travel insurance with trip interruption and medical coverage prior to your travel to Nepal in case of medical or other emergencies.
More communications will follow soon. Please feel free to email us with any questions at gesardrala@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you all at the retreat!

Lead from Within Gala
2025-06-04 18:00 - 23:00

Meditation as Medicine: Ancient Tools for Mental Health
2025-06-14 17:30 - 20:00

Toronto Gesar Empowerment with Terton Namkha Drimed Rinpoche
2025-08-16 09:00 - 17:00

Guru Dorje Drollo protection blessing and long life ceremony with Terton Namkha Drimed Rinpoche
2025-08-17 09:30 - 17:00

Toronto Gala Fundraising Dinner with Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche and Terton Namkha Drimed Rinpoche
2025-08-23 16:30 - 23:00

Registration is now open for the 2026 Vajrasattva Shitro Retreat October 13-9
2025-10-14 08:00 - 2025-10-20 17:00
Registration for the fall Nepal retreat is now open. His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche and Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurme Rinpoche will teach and guide students in the Drupcho practices of Vajrasattva Shitro. This is a practice of the Guru Vajrasattva, the embodiment of all buddha families, entitled”The Beacon of Primordial Awareness: Dispersing Darkness and Unveiling the Luminosity of Reality” whichpurifies the accumulations of karma, afflictive emotions, and the obscurations of all beings. The text is from His Eminence’s own pure vision and is being translated and practiced with western students for the first time.
The retreat will take place in the Rigon Tashi Choeling Monastery in the Dollu Valley in Pharping, Nepal. The Drupcho will consist of daily teachings and practice. The details on the session timings will be announced at the event.
Retreat Details
Drupcho: October 14-20
The retreat will begin with an empowerment on October 14th. It is a requirement that all participants who wish to attend receive the empowerment and the reading transmission on the first day, October 14th.
There are also planned teachings in the evenings by Khenpo Tenzin Wangdu. Further details about the retreat and a FAQ will be sent in September to those who have completed their registration.
Registration Costs for the Retreat
Member: $500
Benefactor: $550
Sponsor: $750
In addition, to purchase the Practice Texts Please add $40 to the registration amount
Please indicate on the registration form if you wish to reserve retreat accommodations and your room preference.
How to Register
To attend the Vajrasattva Shitro Retreat in Nepal, please complete your registration form at the link provided below. If you have any specific requests or issues that we need to be aware of, please indicate this in the field provided.
Note: If you wish to pay by cash, you may do so at the on-site event registration desk. If you plan to do this, please indicate this in the comments on your registration form.
Here is the registration form link:
Click Here to Register
Payment
Once you have submitted the registration form, your payment for the retreat can be made at the Ripa Ladrang donation page. Please select the ‘Vajrasattva Shitro Drupcho Retreat – Nepal 2025’ in the drop-down menu (you have four options: Member, Benefactor, Sponsor or Participate from Afar).
Here is the payment link:
Click Here to Donate
Accommodations
We have reserved rooms with local guest houses within walking distance of the monastery and will assign rooms based upon your preferences. Your payment for accommodations are to be made directly to your guest house upon checkout. All prices include three (3) meals per day.
Economy Standard based on Double Occupancy (Estimate: $15 per day, per person)
Economy Standard based on Single Occupancy (Estimate: $30 per day, per person)
Higher Standard based on Double Occupancy (Estimate: $30 per day, per person)
Higher Standard based on Single Occupancy (Estimate: $60 per day, per person)
Please note that we will try our best to accommodate your room preference, however, given the number of people attending and the availability of rooms, we may not have many single occupancy rooms available. Please indicate a partner or a friend that you would like to share a room with (if any) so that we can try to accommodate your requests. We also recommend that you arrive 1-2 days prior to the start of the retreat to settle in after your travel.
Airport Transfers
A pre-paid taxi to your guest house can be booked at the pre-paid taxi desk on the way out of the Kathmandu Airport. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the special request section of the registration form. Return transportation from the retreat to Kathmandu or the airport can be arranged at the registration desk when you check in.
Visas
A Nepal Tourist Visa can be obtained on arrival at the airport in Kathmandu. You can find all the details at the following link:
Nepal Visa Information
Alternatively, you may also obtain a visa through your local Nepal Consulate prior to your departure to Nepal.
We strongly urge that you purchase travel insurance with trip interruption and medical coverage prior to your travel to Nepal in case of medical or other emergencies.
More communications will follow soon. Please feel free to email us with any questions at Vajrasattvashitro2025@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you all at the retreat!
