6 Day Journey of Awakening, Digital Detox, and Sunrise Meditation in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Yoga, Meditation, and Digital Detox Retreat at Angkor Temples, Cambodia
Hari Hara is a holistic yoga and meditation retreat located by the UNESCO world heritage Angkor Temples. Through this 6-day program more than 12,000 people from all around the world have learned to live in the present moment, feeling more joyful, inspired and alive. Share authentic moments with a heart-centered community and come away with the tools to live a creative and fulfilling life. The digital detox will give you time and space that you really need. This tried and tested program has proved immensely beneficial for all ages, body types, and levels of experience, including beginners.
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Highlights
- 6-day yoga and meditation learning program
- Daily yoga, breathing, and meditation classes
- Inspiring workshops, activities, and talks
- Sunrise meditation at Angkor Temples
- Digital detox, ecstatic dance, fire ceremony
- 3 delicious plant-based, gluten free meals per day
- Monk blessing
- 5 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport (US$ 30 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Gym
- Health Club
- Spa
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Table tennis
- Volleyball court
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Concierge desk
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Conference room
- Library
- Medical assistance
- Outdoor shower
Nestled in the tropical oasis, Private Suites, Garden Rooms, and Shared Suites are offered. It is the perfect antidote to the chaos of everyday life – an organic blend of simple, traditional architecture with a touch of modern luxury. The spacious rooms are ideal for retreats with ample room for personal practice, journaling, and relaxation.
Program
Hari Hara - Center for Awakening offers the opportunity to live, learn and share as part of their creative learning community. Hariharalaya is the ideal place for self-discovery, personal transformation, reconnecting with nature, and opening your heart to the beauty of the present moment.
In addition to daily classes of yoga, meditation, breathing, and creativity. There's also a wide range of facilities, including creative arts studio, ock climbing wall, swimming pool, healing and massage center, spiritual library, gym and sports field, and lotus pond.
The daily schedule, developed over the last 13 years, is the backbone of the inspiring life-changing wellness program. There's a perfect balance of programmed activities and free time to allow you to integrate your body, heart, and mind.
Your journey of self-discovery
- Integral yoga - the science of life: Yoga is more than physical exercise. It is a way of life. Through your daily practice of movement, breath, and meditation, learn to come back home into yourself and flow with the present moment
- Meditation - the art of life: Take time each day to slow down and be present. cultivate stability through the practice of stillness. Nourish yourself from the roots. Meditation is the fire that purifies your body, heart, and mind. Meditation is the journey to discover that you have always been home, here and now.
- Community - the mirror of life: Gather with a tribe of like-minded people from all over the world to learn, laugh, and let go. Discover yourself and your unique gifts with the support of a nurturing community. Create lifelong connections and open your heart to life.
- Nature- the teacher of life: Open your eyes to the beauty and the wisdom that is all around us in the dance of nature. Hariharalaya is nestled in a tropical garden of Eden – full of flowers, trees, and butterflies. The perfect place to slow down and observe the magic of life.
- Simplicity- the flow of life: Disconnect from all the noise of modern life and come back to your breath. They observe a digital detox and periods of silence as part of their retreats. Simplicity enables you to listen more deeply and live more fully.
- Creativity - the flowering of life: Rediscover your sense of childlike wonder and free yourself from the disease of seriousness. Reignite your passion for life in their several recreational areas.
Sample schedule
Day 1
- 10:00 - 11:00 Arrivals
- 11:00 - 12:00 Registration and Tour
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
- 14:30 - 16:00 Community circle
- 17:00 - 18:30 Fundamentals of Yoga and Meditation
- 18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
Day 2
- 07:00 - 09:00 Yoga and Meditation
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 11:00 Arts & Creativity Workshop
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
- 14:30 - 16:00 Alignment Workshop
- 17:30 - 18:30 Yoga and meditation
- 18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
- 20:00 - 21:00 Games Night
Day 3
- 07:00 - 09:00 Yoga and Meditation
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 11:00 Dharma Talk
- 12:00 - 12:30 Fitness
- 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch
- 17:30 - 18:30 Yoga and Meditation
- 18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
- 20:00 - 21:00 Ecstatic Dance
Day 4 (Silent Day)
- 07:00 - 09:00 Yoga and Meditation
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 13:00 - 13:30 Lunch
- 16:30 - 18:30 Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra
- 18:30 - 19:30 Dinner
Day 5
- 04:30 - 09:00 Sunrise Meditation at Angkor Temples
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 11:00 Mindfulness Workshop
- 12:00 - 13:00 Fitness and Ice Bath
- 13:00 - 14:00 Pool Party
- 14:00 - 15:00 Lunch
- 17:30 - 18:30 Fire Ceremony
- 18:30 - 19:00 Dinner
- 19:30 - 20:00 Jam Night
Day 6
- 07:00 - 09:00 Kundalini Yoga and Community Circle
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 11:00 - 12:00 Check Out and Departures
Additional benefits effective December 21, 2024
Sunrise Meditation at Angkor
Experience the real power and beauty of the Angkor pyramid temples as part of Hariharalaya Retreat Center 6 day journey of awakening.
They will guide you along the path of ancient wisdom and wonder. Sit and meditate as the sun awakens in the horizon. Walk in silence through the ancient corridors and listen to the music of the stones. Breathe with the magical forest and feel the aliveness within you and around you.
They will conclude the silent morning journey with our mindfulness workshop to connect with your authentic self expression.
Reflect on an unforgettable morning over a breakfast picnic on the banks of the healing waters of Angkor Wat.
Monk Water Blessing
Purify your body, heart and mind with a traditional water blessing from local Cambodian Buddhist monks.
Lose yourself in the melodious sounds of the monks chanting, while they sprinkling blessed water over you and the land.
This traditional Buddhist blessing ritual dates back to ancient times and is one of many cultural customs that form the colorful fabric of Cambodian life. This particular blessing ceremony is a celebration of new beginnings – an offering of peace and harmony along the journey of life.
Traditional Khmer Music
Discover the enchanting sounds of traditional Khmer music. Ceremonial music has been an important part of Cambodian culture since the time of the Angkor temples. Music is a sacred art in Cambodia and is passed down from generation to generation as a form of worship.
There are many different types of Cambodian classical music, including different styles and instrumentation. During the retreat journey, you will be serenaded by local artists and given a unique glimpse into the magical culture of Cambodia.
Instructors
Joel
Mystic, Polyglot, Yogi, Vegan Chef, Poet, Classical Musician, Jeweler and Lover of Life. Joel was first initiated in a traditional Kriya Yoga path in 2000, which sparked a period of 10 years of intensive Sadhana, Self inquiry and Self discovery. He has dedicated his life to living and sharing the Dharma. He has dedicated his life to living and sharing the Dharma.
Retreat location
Take a step back from the noise of modern life and immerse yourself in the natural colors and beauty of Cambodia. Slow down and take time to nourish and heal yourself by the Ancient Temples of Angkor.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Your retreat includes three healthy plant-based meals per day.
All of the food is gluten-free, homecooked, and made with love.
Local herbal teas and filtered drinking water are available at all times.
There is also a juice bar that offers fresh fruit smoothies, vegan ice cream, and delicious gluten-free cakes.
Fresh fruit smoothies available.
FREE FLOW, fresh coconut available for everyone throughout the retreat
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
Things to do (optional)
- Angkor Temples
- Floating Village
- Kulen Mountain
- International and Cambodian restaurants
- Wake Park
Spa treatments
There is a complimentary Khmer OR oil massage included in your retreat package. Other services available include:
- Blind Shiatsu
- Acupuncture
- Shamanic healing
- Sound healing
- Counselling
What's included
- 6-day yoga and meditation learning program
- Daily yoga, breathing, and meditation classes
- Inspiring workshops, activities, and talks
- Sunrise meditation at Angkor Wat
- Monk water blessing
- Digital detox
- 2 acres of tropical gardens
- Gym, sports field, and rock climbing wall
- Healing and massage center
- Creative arts studio
- HIIT fitness and ice bath
- Ecstatic dance and fire ceremony
- 1 massage complimentary
- 5 nights accommodation
- 3 home-cooked plant-based meals per day
- Unlimited fresh coconuts
- 10% VAT
- 3% service fee
What's not included
- Flights
- Transportation to and from the accommodation
- Massage and healing sessions
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport
40 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport (SAI). Transfer from and to the airport is not included. The retreat center is located about 50 kilometers from the airport.
Airport transfer from airport to your hotel can be arrange with additional costs.
Pick-up from your hotel in the city to the retreat center on arrival day is offered by Hariharalaya.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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