Arogyadham Retreat is an integrative Ayurveda and Yoga retreat set in Tapovan, Rishikesh, combining traditional Ayurvedic healing with the comfort of a modern wellness hotel. Operated by a family with four generations of Ayurvedic heritage, the retreat offers personalised wellness programmes designed around each guest's individual health needs and Ayurvedic constitution. Alongside Arogyadham, the family runs Maa Yoga Ashram, a more modest and budget-friendly option for guests who want the family’s Ayurvedic approach in a traditional ashram setting. The wellness experience is complemented by daily yoga sessions, a rooftop swimming pool and a dining experience that combines regular hotel-style buffet dining with personalised Ayurvedic meals for guests on treatment programmes.
Property Design and Natural Setting
Located within easy reach of Rishikesh's spiritual landmarks, yoga schools and the sacred River Ganga, Arogyadham combines comfortable, contemporary hospitality with an authentic Ayurvedic treatment. The property has spacious rooms, with a rooftop swimming pool and common areas for guests to relax between therapies making it suitable for guests on a structured Ayurveda programme and those visiting for a comfortable, wellness-oriented stay.
Wellness Philosophy
The retreat is built around the philosophy that true healing comes through the integration of Ayurveda, Yoga, nutrition and mindful living. Every wellness journey begins with a detailed consultation by experienced Ayurvedic physicians who assess the guest's body constitution, health concerns and wellness objectives before preparing a personalised treatment plan. Treatments may include Panchakarma, detoxification therapies, rejuvenation programmes, therapeutic massages, herbal medicines and yoga practices, ensuring that every guest receives care tailored to their individual needs.
Accommodation
Guests stay in spacious, comfortable rooms designed for both short wellness stays and longer treatment programmes. The stay is much like a wellness hotel while allowing guests to combine authentic Ayurvedic care with everyday comfort.
Diet and Dining
While dining at Arogyadham, guests undergoing specific Ayurvedic wellness programmes receive doctor-prescribed sattvic meals tailored to their treatment requirements, while other guests can enjoy a regular buffet-style dining experience, comparable to a quality three- to four-star hotel, with fresh ingredients, seasonal vegetables, whole grains, lentils, fruits and traditional Indian recipes. This mix of personalised Ayurvedic nutrition and flexible hotel-style dining makes the retreat particularly suited to first-time wellness travellers, families and international guests who want healthier food without strict dietary restriction.
Wellness Activities
Daily yoga sessions, meditation practices and breathing exercises form an important part of the guest experience, helping to improve flexibility, reduce stress and support emotional wellbeing. Guests can relax by the rooftop pool between treatments, or explore nearby spiritual attractions including the Ganga Aarti, the River Ganga and Rishikesh's many yoga cafés and wellness spaces.
Sustainability & Guest Guidelines
Arogyadham is located in Tapovan, one of Rishikesh's busiest wellness and yoga hubs, and the surrounding area can be congested during weekends, peak season and evening hours, so guests should allow extra time for local transfers. For guests on wellness programmes, meals follow Ayurvedic and sattvic dietary principles, and alcohol, smoking and outside food are restricted within wellness and treatment areas.
Dining at Arogyadham Retreat reflects a balanced approach between therapeutic nutrition and modern hospitality. While guests undergoing specific Ayurvedic wellness programs receive North Indian style doctor-prescribed sattvic meals tailored to their treatment requirements, the retreat also offers a comfortable restaurant experience similar to that of a quality three- or four-star wellness hotel.
Meals are prepared using fresh ingredients, seasonal vegetables, whole grains, lentils, fruits and traditional Indian recipes, providing guests with wholesome and nourishing cuisine throughout their stay. Depending on the prescribed wellness program, doctors may recommend dietary modifications that support detoxification, digestion, weight management or overall recovery.
Arogyadham offers greater flexibility, allowing wellness guests and leisure travellers to enjoy a wider variety of nutritious dishes while still maintaining Ayurvedic dietary principles wherever appropriate. The dining experience complements the overall wellness journey by encouraging mindful eating habits, balanced nutrition and sustainable lifestyle changes that guests can continue after returning home.
Beyond its Ayurvedic treatments, Arogyadham Retreat provides a relaxing environment where guests can unwind between therapies and wellness sessions. The property features a rooftop swimming pool, comfortable common areas and peaceful spaces designed for rest and relaxation while remaining connected to their wellness journey.
Daily yoga sessions, meditation practices and breathing exercises form an important part of the guest experience, helping improve flexibility, reduce stress and promote emotional wellbeing. Guests may also spend time exploring nearby spiritual attractions, attending the famous Ganga Aarti, walking along the banks of the River Ganga or visiting the many yoga cafés and wellness spaces that make Rishikesh one of the world's leading destinations for holistic living.
The Ayurveda Centre is the heart of Arogyadham Retreat and represents one of its greatest strengths. Built upon a four-generation Ayurvedic legacy, the centre is led by experienced physicians who continue the family's long-standing commitment to authentic Ayurvedic medicine. Every treatment begins with a comprehensive consultation, enabling doctors to develop personalised treatment plans based on each guest's dosha balance, medical history and wellness goals.
The centre offers a comprehensive range of classical Ayurvedic therapies including Panchakarma, Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Kizhi, Nasya, Vasti, detoxification therapies, pain management, rejuvenation treatments and disease-specific wellness programs. These therapies are complemented by herbal medicines, yoga, meditation and therapeutic nutrition, creating a truly integrated approach to healing.
One of the unique aspects of Arogyadham is its commitment to education and outreach. The institution has actively collaborated with Indian Armed Forces personnel and other organisations to promote the benefits of Ayurveda and Yoga through specialised wellness and training initiatives. This reflects both the clinical expertise of its doctors and the trust placed in the institution beyond traditional wellness tourism.
By combining experienced physicians, personalised treatment plans, authentic therapies and a strong educational heritage, the Ayurveda Centre provides guests with an environment focused on long-term health, disease prevention and sustainable wellbeing. Four doctors from the Agarwal family lead the clinical work at Arogyadham: Vaidyaratnam Dr. Rakesh Agarwal, Dr. Neelam Agarwal, Yogi Dr. Amrit Raj and is lead by Dr. Arjun Raj, continuing a family practice active in Rishikesh since 1982.
The Panchakarma Program at Arogyadham Retreat is a comprehensive Ayurvedic cleansing program designed to eliminate toxins, restore doshic balance and improve the body's natural healing capacity. Every guest begins with a detailed Ayurvedic consultation, after which experienced physicians prepare a personalised treatment plan combining Panchakarma therapies, herbal medicines, yoga, meditation and therapeutic nutrition. Conducted under the guidance of a four-generation Ayurvedic medical lineage, the program focuses on long-term health restoration rather than temporary symptom relief.
| Items | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM |
| Yoga and Meditation | 04:00 PM | 05:30 PM |
| Group Yoga | 05:30 AM | 07:00 AM |
| Ganesh Aarathi | 06:00 PM | 06:30 PM |
| Fire Ceremony | 07:00 AM | 07:30 AM |
| Dinner | 07:00 PM | 07:30 PM |
| Ganga Walk | 07:30 AM | 08:00 AM |
| Breakfast | 08:30 AM | 09:30 AM |
| Mantra Chanting | 09:00 AM | 09:30 AM |
| Ayurvedic Treatment sessions | 10:00 AM | 01:00 PM |
Medical Guidance
Preparatory Therapies
Main Cleansing Procedures
Yoga & Meditation
Diet & Rest
During Treatment
Your Ayurveda physician monitors your progress throughout the programme, and provides post-cleansing (Paschatkarma) guidance before departure to help sustain the benefits of the programme. Therapies, diet and rest are personalised according to your condition and adjusted as the programme progresses.
Guests receive personalised vegetarian Ayurvedic meals based on their treatment plan. Depending on the stage of Panchakarma, doctors may prescribe specific dietary modifications to enhance detoxification, digestion and recovery.
Dr Amrit Raj serves as an Ayurvedic consultant and wellness advisor at Arogyadham with 15 years of experience. A fourth-generation Ayurvedic doctor and internationally recognised yoga teacher, he holds a BAMS and is a certified yoga practitioner. He specialises in integrative wellness programmes that combine Ayurveda, yoga, meditation, stress management and lifestyle transformation, helping guests improve physical vitality, mental wellbeing and overall quality of life through holistic healing practices.
Ayurvedic Consultant & Wellness Advisor
Qualifications:
B.A.M.S.
Certified Yoga Practitioner
Dr Arjun Raj serves as an Ayurvedic consultant and wellness advisor at Arogyadham with 10 years of experience. He holds a BAMS and is a certified yoga practitioner. His focus is preventive healthcare, Ayurvedic wellness programmes, Panchakarma therapies and lifestyle modification. He works closely with patients to develop personalised wellness plans aimed at restoring balance, improving immunity and promoting long-term health, with an emphasis on sustainable wellbeing through traditional Ayurvedic wisdom.
Ayurvedic Consultant & Wellness Advisor
B.A.M.S.
Certified Yoga Practitioner
Dr Neelam Aggarwal serves as an Ayurvedic physician and yoga practitioner at Arogyadham with 40 years of experience and a BAMS qualification. Her areas of focus are women’s wellness, fertility support, hormonal balance, pregnancy care and holistic lifestyle management. Drawing on Ayurvedic therapies and wellness counselling, she supports patients through natural healing practices and personalised treatment protocols.
B.A.M.S.
Ayurvedic Physician & Yoga Practitioner
Dr Rakesh Aggarwal serves as a senior Ayurvedic physician at Arogyadham with 40 years of clinical experience in holistic healthcare and Panchakarma therapies. A third-generation Ayurvedic physician, he holds a BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) and is a former student of IIT Delhi. He specialises in chronic disease management, lifestyle disorders, digestive health, metabolic wellness and preventive healthcare. His approach combines classical Ayurvedic principles with personalised treatment plans focused on long-term wellness and sustainable health outcomes.
B.A.M.S. (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery)
Former Student, IIT Delhi
3rd Generation Ayurvedic Physician
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in: 11:00 AM Check-out: 2:00 PM
By making a reservation and registering at Arogyadham Retreat, guests agree to comply with the house rules, policies and terms of the retreat. Arogyadham Retreat is private property, and management reserves the right of admission. Management may ask a guest to leave if the guest poses a threat to staff or other guests, or violates the retreat’s policies.
All bookings are subject to room and package availability. To confirm a booking:
Guests are advised to review package inclusions, treatment details and the cancellation policy before confirming a booking.
Ayurveda therapies, Panchakarma treatments, yoga sessions and wellness schedules are personalised after consultation with practitioners. Treatments and schedules may vary depending on individual body constitution, wellness goals and health conditions.
Guests are required to disclose the following prior to treatments:
The retreat shall not be responsible for:
Wellness therapies and Ayurveda programs are holistic wellness services and should not be considered emergency medical care.
The retreat reserves the right to modify wellness schedules, treatments, operational policies and terms whenever required for operational or guest wellbeing purposes.