SACRED TIRTHA RETREAT

MOUNT KAILASH

WITH PARVATI MA

 

1^ST JUNE TO 21^ST JUNE

 

 

High Altitude. High Energy. High Vibration.

 

 

Join Parvati Ma for three weeks of magnificent retreat in Tibet to the Holy Mount Kailash. According to Hinduism, Lord Shiva resides on top of the mountain where He sits in a state of meditation with His wife Parvati. The mountain is believed to be the physical expression of Mount Meru, the ultimate destination of souls & the spiritual centre of the world. Like Mount Kailash, Lake Mansarovar is an abode of purity & bathing in the lake or drinking its waters is believed to cleanse the karma of a hundred lifetimes. The area is a place of pilgrimage for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains & Bon Po.

 

The retreat will begin in Kathmandu where we will anchor the energy for the retreat, merging with Shakti Durga & connecting with our Soul Family in Shanti Mission. It is here during our four-day stay at The Hotel Shankar that we will establish our intention- to develop the meridian of energy between Mount Kailash & Guru Rock in Cooranbong. We will also be bringing more of the truth of our Soul-selves into our lives. The energy will be strong so we will be scheduling some energetic practices to do before we leave Australia.

 

From Kathmandu we will begin our journey in jeeps to Tibet- taking 6 days to arrive at Lake Mansarovar, then after an overnight stay continuing on to Mount Kailash. The pilgrimage (Parikrama) for the mountain is a four-day circumambulation on foot or horseback at high altitudes of up to 5,600 metres and preparation for the retreat is essential.

 

Preparation would include physical training, this training or guidance for same, is being offered by Shanti Dharma (an experienced mountain climber in the Himalayas). Contact details are:  0410 655 337 or sandigal@hotmail.com

 

 

 

While on Yatra, all accommodations are basic lodges.  If lodges are not vacant, porters will pitch tents.  Overnight at Lake Mansarovar and while on Parikrama will be in tents.  All the lodges are basic accommodation with no shower facilities and common bathrooms.  Shower houses are available in Saga and Darchen for a cost of Yuan 15-20.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Requirements

·      Doctor’s certificate attesting to your physical capabilities for the journey.  Please note you will be travelling in remote areas in altitude up to 19,500 feet (5943 metres).  Some recommended tests include: blood pressure, haemoglobin, blood sugar, stress test, ECG, and any other tests according to your particular health status.  A high altitude medicine DIAMOX is necessary for everyone to take while on journey to Kailash – 250 milligram pill twice daily.  Please consult with your doctor for any side effects if taken with your current prescribed medication that you plan to bring along with you

 

·      Special travel insurance as set out by the tour operators.  It is recommended you insure yourself against sickness, emergency rescue (including possible helicopter evacuation), accident hospitalization, trip cancellation etc

 

This will be an amazing retreat as well as a wonderful adventure. We would love you to join us.

 

Due to the nature of this retreat numbers are limited so booking early is essential.

 

Please direct any enquiries to Himavan on 0412 428 369 or divinecrystals@optusnet.com.au

 

We would appreciate that no enquiries are made directly to the Harmony Centre Staff.

 

 

 

Retreat Cost Details & Payment Schedule

 

Please note:  Due to the nature of the retreat we require a minimum number of people for the retreat to go ahead.  As we need to pay a deposit by end February it is imperative that if you are considering going you let us know as soon as possible and pay your deposit

 

It is recommended that you do not purchase airline tickets until you have been contacted to confirm the retreat is going ahead

 

Note:  5 nights accommodation in Kathmandu 1^st June to 5th June is twin share only.  However, the Kathmandu accommodation from 17th June to 21st June allows for a choice in accommodation style and the following prices reflect those options.  When booking, participants need to nominate the style of accommodation they wish to pay for.

 

Retreat costs:

            Twin Share      $ 5243 Plus Airfares (approx $1400), Insurance and visas

            Triple Share    $ 5181 Plus Airfares (approx $1400), Insurance and visas

            Single               $ 5722 Plus Airfares (approx $1400), Insurance and visas

  

What these costs include:

   5 nights accommodation at a 4 star hotel in Kathmandu on twin share basis with breakfast 1^st June to 5^th June – Hotel Shanker, a former palace of the Rana Maharajas of Nepal set in the heart of Kathmandu  www.shankerhotel.com.np

   Accommodation in Tibetan lodges or tents while on Yatra

  All vegetarian meals while on Yatra

  Tibet Visa and All Permit Fees

  Yaks & Yak men for luggage during Parikrama (pilgrimage around Mr Kailash)

   Ground transfers in Tibet using Toyota Land Cruisers

 

 

 

   Sherpa staff (trekking guides, porters, cook, etc)

   Portable altitude chamber bags

  Oxygen cylinders in each Land Cruiser

  Specially designed Kailash Yatra T-Shirt

  Sleeping bag (return to tour operator upon completion of journey)

   Down Jacket (return to tour operator upon completion of journey)

  Duffle Bag (return to tour operator upon completion of journey)

  5 nights accommodation at Dwarikas Hotel Kathmandu 17^th – 21^st June on completion of Yatra.  Built upon a rich tradition of Nepali hospitality and incorporating some of the country’s most exquisite architectural traditions, the Dwarikas Hotel in Kathmandu is an authentic experience of Nepal’s ancient cultural heritage  www.dwarikas.com

   Spiritual Tuition Fees

  Shanti Mission staff for your support

 

 

What these costs DO NOT include:

  Airfares

  Travel Insurance

  Kathmandu visa (cost $40) purchased upon arrival in Kathmandu

  Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation and porters

  All lunches while in Kathmandu

  Any additional meals in Kathmandu except mentioned in the itinerary

  Horse rental while on Parikrama (approx cost US$200) or personal porter (approx cost US$100)

  Emergency evacuation costs (see attached tour itinerary)

  Staff and Driver tips

  Any costs associated with obtaining a Medical Clearance Certificate from Physician

 

 

Please note:

§  Your passport must have at least 6 months before expiry date

§  Travel insurance must cover emergency evacuation.

§  A Medical Clearance Certificate from Physician is compulsory and due 60 days prior to departure (therefore due end March)

 

 

 

Suggested Travel Insurance:

            Aussietravelcover Pty Ltd

            PO Box 495

            Mona Vale  NSW 2103

            Ph: 02 9979 8888

            Fax: 02 9997 1529

            Email: sasha@aussietravelcover.com.au 

 

Suggested Travel Agent: Recommended to wait until confirmation we have minimum number prior to booking flights.

            Press & James Travel Associates

            Level 2, 11 Bungan Street

            Mona Vale  NSW 2103

            Ph:  02 9979 5235

            Fax: 02 9979 4821

            Email:  Nathan_press@travel-associates.com.au 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bookings – all bookings need to be confirmed by emailing Himavan at divinecrystals@optusnet.com.au   Please include name, contact phone no, and style of accommodation required 

It is also required that you register for the retreat on the website

 

A 25% deposit is necessary to secure your place.

Due to the nature of the trip being organised through a tour operator this payment must be paid by 24 February as we need to confirm our booking with a deposit to the tour organisers.

 

Payment schedule:

 

25% Deposit due Friday 24th February:

            Twin Share:     $1311.00

            Triple Share:   $1296.00

            Single:              $1431.00

 

Final Payment due Friday 23rd March:

            Twin Share:     $3932.00

            Triple Share:   $3885.00

            Single:              $4291.00

 

If you wish to pay the full amount upfront, this is acceptable

 

 

Please note: It is highly recommended that you take out travel insurance as soon as you have paid any monies for the trip including airfares.

 

If you have any questions regarding payments please talk to Himavan on 0412 428 369 or email divinecrystals@optusnet.com.au 

 

Payment methods:

 

Option 1:

Direct deposit/transfer into:

Shanti Organisation Pty Ltd

BSB 062 832

Account 1021 6451

Commonwealth Bank

PLEASE NOTE:  DIRECT DEPOSITS MUST BE CODED AS FOLLOWS:

 K(name) -  the K representing “Kailash” e.g. Kdking. If this information is not included we are unable to identify your payment and the retreat you are paying for.

All payments by direct deposit must be confirmed by sending an email to retreats@shantimission.org 

 

Option 2:

Credit Card Payments can be made by phoning Adi Dass on 02 49773300  

Option 3:

Eftpos at the Harmony Centre, Cooranbong 

 

 

 

SACRED TIRTHA RETREAT

MOUNT KAILASH

WITH PARVATI MA

 

1^ST JUNE TO 21^ST JUNE

 

 

Basic Itinerary

 

For more information on the tour to Mt Kailash part of the retreat please contact Himavan on weldaroundus@optusnet.com.au

              

 

Day	Description	June
1	Arrive in Kathmandu	1
2	Kathmandu	2
3	Kathmandu	3
4	Kathmandu – Full Moon – Swayambhunath Temple which has views over Kathmandu and the mountains www.sacredsites.com/asia/nepal/swayambhunath_stupa.html	4
5	Drive to Nylam	5
6	Rest day in Nylam	6
7	Drive to Saga	7
8	Drive to Saga	8
9	Drive to Mansarovar	9
10	Drive to Darchen	10
11	Parikrama to Dehara Puk	11
12	Dehara Puk (additional Night)	12
13	Parikrama to Dolma-La Pass	13
14	Parikrama Ends – Overnight at Mansarovar	14
15	Drive to Saga	15
16	Drive to Kathmandu	16
17-21	5 nights in Kathmandu	17-21

 

 

 

Details

All dates: 

• 1 June 2012 (All day)

Prerequisites

Series: 

None

Courses: 

None