A more settled body
Time to slow down, rest, and breathe without having to keep up.
Rising Souls
The Living Forest · Hunter Moon Edition
Three days to
slow down, listen,
and return.
A guided retreat in Gir Forest, Gujarat for people who need rest, reflection, and a quieter relationship with themselves.
- 24–26 October 2026
- Gir Forest, Gujarat
- 30 participants only
₹18,000Early-bird for the first 10 participants, until 31 August
₹5,000 tokenConfirms your seat and locks your rate
Two nightsPrivate cottages, twin-sharing
Not another escape
Perhaps you need a pause with a purpose.
The Living Forest is a thoughtfully held three-day retreat that gives you room to rest, listen, and reconnect with what matters.
This is not about disappearing from your life. It is about returning to it with a little more steadiness, clarity, and care.
About your host
Manisha Pathak
Manisha is the Founder of Rising Souls and has spent over 15 years guiding individuals, professionals, and leaders through emotional wellness, self-awareness, and inner work.
Her approach brings together deep listening, contemplative practices, somatic healing, and meditation to create a grounded space for people to slow down and reconnect with their own inner wisdom.
15+ years of experience · 10,000+ people guided
What you may carry home
A different way to return.
A quieter mind
Space to listen beneath the noise and notice what matters.
Connecting with true self
Space to return to what feels true, meaningful, and your own.
The rhythm of the retreat
Three days, gently held.
Arrive and settle
Opening circle, a silent sensory forest walk, and an evening fire circle.
Listen within
Breathwork, bird watching, stillness, nature art, and a Hunter Moon gathering.
Gather and return
Somatic practice, a temple visit, nurturing inner water, and a closing circle.
Retreat details
Everything you need to decide.
Gir Forest, Gujarat. A 21-acre forest lodge with private cottages, wholesome vegetarian meals, and a deliberately small circle of 30 participants.
- Dates
- 24–26 October 2026
- Accommodation
- Twin-sharing cottages. Single occupancy on request.
- Getting there
- The retreat is self-arranged travel. Here's what to expect: Fly into Rajkot Airport (RAJ), which has the best flight connectivity from Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune. From there, it's roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive to the retreat location in Gir Forest. We can share trusted local cab contacts once your seat is confirmed. Diu and Keshod airports are closer in distance, but have far fewer flights, so Rajkot is the more reliable option for most travelers.
- Investment
- ₹18,000 early-bird for the first 10 participants, until 31 August. ₹20,000 thereafter.
- Booking
- A ₹5,000 token confirms your seat.
Is this for you?
Come as you are.
- You feel tired of constantly being “on.”
- You want space without having to explain yourself.
- You are coming alone and want a gentle, held environment.
- You are curious about inner work, but do not want anything preachy.
Before you ask
A few honest answers.
I have never done anything like this before.
Most of our circle has not either. Nothing requires prior experience, and you will be guided through every step.
Will I have to share personal things in front of strangers?
Never. Sharing is always an invitation, and silence is a complete answer.
I am coming alone.
Many participants do. By the second evening, most people say the circle stopped feeling like strangers.
What if I need rest instead of activity?
Then rest. Sessions are offered, not enforced. There is space in the day to simply sit under a tree and do nothing.
Your next step
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