Is saal… gaon ki Holi. Bring Holi back to its roots
With Saarthi Retreats, Holi becomes more than a celebration — it becomes a return to presence, nature, and colour from the inside out.
Not a getaway.
A coming home.
This experience is for those who feel the pull to slow down, to celebrate consciously, and to reconnect with festivals as living, breathing moments of togetherness.
Gaon ki Baithaki Holi
Gather in a village-style baithak where Holi is not performed, but lived. Traditional songs, folk rhythms, local food and simple customs come together to recreate the warmth of shared celebration.
Choti Holi
As dusk settles, we gather around the fire for Choti Holi. A quiet, intentional space to pause, reflect, and consciously let go of what no longer serves us.
River-side Holi
By the river, Holi slows down. With earth-made and flower-based colours, a simple packed lunch, and unhurried time together, celebration becomes quiet, present, and deeply joyful.
Flowers & Buransh
We begin with a gentle nature walk—plucking seasonal Buransh flowers, noticing their colours, textures, and fragrance. A slow invitation to arrive fully in the hills.
Art, ATB & Meditation
Colour moves beyond the skin. Through creative expression, Awareness Through the Body practices, and guided meditation, participants are gently invited inward—to notice, feel, and listen.
Parivaar ke Saath
Holi with your people—children, elders, friends, and fellow travellers. Shared meals. Shared spaces. Shared moments. A festival where generations meet, without rush and without roles. Just like it used to be.
About Madhuban Ashram
Shilpi Pratap
Corporate Trainer, Integral Educator, and Artist. Co-founder of Saarthi Retreats with over 15 years of experience designing transformative workshops that blend awareness, creativity, and presence.
Gaon ki Holi with Saarthi Retreats
📍 Sri Aurobindo Madhuban Ashram, Nainital
📅 1st–5th March
💰 ₹25,000 per person (stay, meals & facilitation included)
✨ Limited spaces · Families welcome