What to do and see in Gandaki Zone, Western Region: The Best Yoga & Pilates

September 29, 2021 Nobuko Falco

Gandaki zone (Nepali: गण्डकी अञ्चल Listen (help·info) is one of the fourteen zones of Nepal, located in the Western Development Region. It is named as Sapta Gandaki after the seven tributaries (Kali Gandaki, Trishuli, Budhi Gandaki, Marsyangdi, Madi, Seti Gandaki, and Daraudi) that make up the Gandaki River. Pokhara serves as its regional and zonal capital. It is also the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, first poet of Nepal.
Restaurants in Gandaki Zone

1. Annapurna Yoga Ashram

Fishtail Gate Opposite to New Annapurna Guest House, Pokhara 12345 Nepal +977 984-6023134 [email protected] http://nepalyogaguru.com/
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5.0 based on 107 reviews

Annapurna Yoga Ashram

Opened in 2005 by 11-year yoga master Narayan Prasad Dhakal, Annapurna Yoga Ashram and Yogi's Ayurveda Health Center has established itself as one of the best facilities in Pokhara. Located in the tourist area of Lakeside, near beautiful Phewa Lake, the Ashram offers classes in Hatha Yoga and meditation, Yogic trekking and spiritual hiking programs, Ayurvedic massage, water therapy and honey therapy. Additionally, guru offers the option to stay with his family while participating in a Yogic Cleansing/Detox Program.

Reviewed By tomwP380SO - Torquay, United Kingdom

I had an amazing, rejuvenating massage at the ashram, unique to any other massage I have had. Perfect after trekking in the Annapurna region. It was very affordable. I highly recommend.

2. Jiva Cafe & Spa

On Phewa Lake walking path Lakeside, Pokhara PKR 6 Nepal +977 61-465379 [email protected] http://www.jivaspapokhara.com
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Jiva Cafe & Spa

Jiva Cafe and Spa is Pokhara's hidden oasis situated on the shore of the picturesque Phewa Lake. Our spa features unique private treatment cottages decorated in a traditional style. In this natural setting one can enjoy a range of services such as massage, beauty therapies yoga classes as well as a garden cafe serving delicious food, smoothies and drinks. Jiva is like no other Spa in Pokhara. Come to unwind, be pampered and experience the difference for yourself!

Reviewed By lila_c_traveler95 - Kathmandu, Nepal

I have been coming to Jiva for years and I absolutely love their massages! I particularly love the body scrub. The whole experience is great- a nice lemon water to start, really professional staff, lovely private cabins, and heaters and hot water bottles in the winter. The body scrub leaves you feeling lovely and soft. I would definitely recommend the scrub followed by massage for ultimate relaxation! :)

3. Pranamaya Yoga Studio

Phewa Lake Walking Path Between Boomerang Restaurant & Mike's Breakfast, Pokhara 33411 Nepal +977 980-2045484 [email protected] http://www.pranamaya-yoga.com
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Pranamaya Yoga Studio

Offering a wide variety of yoga classes, workshops and retreats, with expert Nepali and International teachers.

4. Purna Yoga Retreat

Sedi Bagar, Lakeside, Pokhara 33700 Nepal +977 61-696606 [email protected] http://www.purnayoga.com.np
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5.0 based on 348 reviews

Purna Yoga Retreat

Purna Yoga Retreat is a dedicated residential yoga retreat center with comfortably furnished en-suite rooms, a spectacular glass walled yoga hall with panoramic views over the lake with surrounding hills and a lush garden grounds featuring swings, hammocks and hanging chairs. We offer yoga retreat programs as well as special retreats with yogic detox, juice cleanse, Himalayan singing bowl sound healing and mandala making workshops. Our yoga hall features highest quality yoga mats as well as original local art of mud sculpture and woven mandalas. Our daily retreat program includes meditation, two yoga classes, aromatherapy steam bath or foot bath, guided relaxation, sound healing with gong and singing bowls as well as chanting. Our food is cooked with local organic ingredients, with accordance to ayurvedic principles and under care of our on-site nutrition specialist. We welcome guests from all walks of life and various levels of yoga experience, sharing our passion for yoga and natural health is our greatest joy.

Reviewed By lauracabizzac

I initially booked a 3 nights/4days retreat that were easily extended because it was simply so hard to leave this place! Great location surrended by nature, on a hill overlooking Pokhara and the lake the retreat offers cozy accommodations and comfortable common outside areas and terrace with stunning views. The food is delicious, various abundant and very well balanced for a proper yogi diet and the house herbal tea always available. I had a wonderful time and finally understood the real meaning of yoga! The physical practice,meditation, the sound immersion experience and the chanting sessions are perfectly scheduled so that you are experiencing every aspect of the yoga life. Thanks to the teachers who make it so special, Yogesh, Raaj, BJ led by Manohar. Looking forward to enjoying another and longer experience with you again!

5. GN Reiki Meditation Center

Lakeside Rd, Mani Marga, Street no. 28, Pokhara 33700 Nepal +977 984-3500643 [email protected] http://www.gnreiki.org.np
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GN Reiki Meditation Center

Divine Spiritual center in Pokhara, Nepal; offering wide range of profound practices and teachings which are based on ancient teachings and deep spiritual researches; sharing session & courses on Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Spiritual practices and a wide variety of healing modalities (Reiki, Karuna Reiki, Lama Fera, 21 Coral Asten, Micro Reiki, Keral Ayurveda, Chakra massage, Infinity Consciousness, Shalvik Mantra Rahasya, Hunkara with Haleem, Pranic healing and more); assists not only for spiritual cultivation and real awakening but also equally beneficial for inner nourishment and structuring the mandatory components of life like physical-mental-emotional health, personality, will power, self-confidence, self-esteem, life-style, etc. required for living a proper and meaningful life - full of DIVINE LOVE-LIGHT-POWER.

Reviewed By rango72

The GN reiki meditation center is growing bigger and better! The lovely family of GN moved in a new and big beautiful location, the love is continously expanding, and everytime I met them is like stepping inside a healing energy field, the smile the talk the welcoming…so now the GN reiki center in addiction to the amazing courses, daily meditation, yoga, and healing practice , they offer accommodation and meal in a very safe, quiet and beautiful enviroment . Residential Yoga Alliance International certified 21 days and 10 days transformational yoga TTC. The new location is at half way up to the hill, and everyday you can enjoy the amazing view on Fewa lake…there are differrent type of accommodation (all the windows have mosquito screen) all with attached bathroom, very hot water (even too hot sometimes) safe, clean, with a comfortable bed and a authentic ,tasty yummy traditional nepali meal, the chef is very talented!!! They will make sure that your stay will be the most comfortable in all the aspect . In 15 minutes of easy walk you can be in lake side main road with all shops, café and restaurant, but in the night go back in the quietness of the nest of GN center. If you look for something " real" something different and you want start a deep change make the first step up to the light. Everything single thing they are doing , is done it from the heart with a real deep understanding. Thank you to all of you for the amazing experience, may you have happiness and the causes of happiness, and may all your dream become real. Looking forward to be back

6. Saraswoti Yoga

Saraswoti Yoga Retreat Centre, Sedi Bagar, Pokhara 33700 Nepal +977 986-3449912 [email protected] http://www.Saraswotiyoga.com
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Saraswoti Yoga

In 2017, after a 4 year yogic and spiritual journey, Omkara decided to begin his own school of Hatha Yoga and Meditation. Omkara felt great spiritual energy resounding from a beautiful hill just outside of Pokhara lakeside, which was chosen as an ideal location for the school. Surrounded by gorgeous mountains and overlooking the second largest lake in Nepal (Fewa Lake)

7. Middle Path Spa

Middle Path Street Number 16, Pokhara 33700 Nepal +977 985-6034233 [email protected] http://middlepathspa.com.np
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Middle Path Spa

Middle Path Spa & Massage A Royal Treat for your body and Soul! Our mission is simple: to relax YOU! Our motto: "To Relax the World." What is Middle Path? Middle Path is a contemporary urban Spa that offers customers a lifestyle experience built around stress relief and relaxation. Our retreat is a tastefully decorated cozy boutique where men and women, young and old can enjoy a quiet moment together. Middle Path spa is easily accessible, located in the heart of Lakeside just 150 meter from center point in lakeside Pokhara. Our Spa is remarkably affordable so you can make a visit part of your regular routine: once a week, twice a week, or more - as part of your healthy modern lifestyle. Also enjoy organic coffee and food.

Reviewed By 4eeBrd - Portland, United States

I can't say enough great things about Middle Path Spa! The location is perfect, the staff were incredible lovely people, the facilities are clean, comfortable, beautiful and tasteful. I was a solo female traveler and I felt so safe and comfortable every moment. I loved my room and the bed was super comfortable, with clean well maintained bathroom and SUPER hot shower was great! I indulged in the spa services and all the staff and massage therapist were super nice and well trained. The breakfast! Amazing! Top notch lattes and espresso guy could roll with the latte art and any world competition, haha! I ate dinner at the hotel twice because I was too lazy to go out, and the food was really good. I will definitely be back to Nepal, and I will definitely be staying at Middle Path! You just can't beat the price for what you get, I was totally blown away. It exceeded all my expectations. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

8. Yoga Chautara

Pokhara 33700 Nepal +977 984-0582572 [email protected] http://www.yogachautara.com.np
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Yoga Chautara

Yoga Chautara chooses to stand as the chautara in the intervals of the journey, in the life of every traveller, potential Yogi and Buddha. With the objective of providing practice, experience and teachings, on the knowledge and wisdom of health and spirituality, we offer Yoga, Reiki, Myotherapy and Naturopathy, encouraging all the travellers to experience the harmony of their mind, body & emotion.

Reviewed By psongers

My friends and I decided to take a yoga class with Nabita while we were in Pokhara. We're all total beginners at yoga and we thought she did an excellent job at catering towards mixed skill levels. She explained the context and types of yoga, various physical movements and breathing exercises. We all enjoyed the experiencqe. Highly recommend her class if your interested at all in yoga!

9. Silent Yoga Retreat

Sedi Bagar, Pokhara Nepal +977 981-6678237 [email protected] http://www.yogainpokhara.com
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Silent Yoga Retreat

Sadhana silent yoga which is an extension of Sadhana Yoga Retreat is offering this silent yoga & meditation program to realize these higher values of life at an isolated peaceful place in the middle of nature with views of Pokhara city and Fewa lake. Living in solitude, isolating oneself from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, detaching oneself from technology and adopting the peace of nature

10. Atmashree Yoga Retreat

Panchase Marga Bhakunde, Pokhara 33700 Nepal +977 985-1234259 [email protected] http://www.atmashreeyoga.com/
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Atmashree Yoga Retreat

Whether you are looking for yoga meditation retreats, juice cleansing, sound healing retreats, 200hr yoga teacher training course, chakra balancing course, yoga treks, private retreat,beginners courses or drop in classes, Atmashree Yoga Retreat is an ideal place who provides all these retreats and courses with ease & simplicity on its own. Atmashree Yoga Retreat offers a sanctuary space where people from all walks of life can experience authentic yoga, yogic living and learning how to find balance in daily life. It’s the go-to yoga retreat for an authentic yoga experience, and a gentle stepping stone for anyone wishing to explore simple traditional ashram living. Whether you’ve never tried yoga before and are curious of “what it’s all about” or are already a yoga teacher and are hungry to deepen your knowledge, Atmashree has everything you may need to bring into your daily life. Our yoga courses, workshops and retreats are running all year long at its best with everything inclusive.

Reviewed By malinr24

I visited Atmashree Yoga end of September - beginning of October for Chakra Balancing course. It was a profound experience thanks to the beautiful people running this retreat place. They are all so welcoming and generous, I love them all like my family. The rooms are nice and clean, location perfect and food so so delicious! I would recommend everyone visiting Pokhara to spend some days at Atmashree Yoga. A true gem, and I can barely wait for my return ???????????? Thank you all so much Atmashree fam ♥️

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