Ananda In The Himalayas is a luxury destination spa resort located in the picturesque foothills of the Himalayas, the birthplace of India's ancient arts of yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. Ananda is a retreat dedicated to restoring balance and evitalize energy, through a holistic approach, incorporating the healing principles of the East and the West with a specific focus on Ayurveda and Aromatherapy, along with contemporary spa technology. At the heart of the wellness focus, is the integration of Yoga and Ayurveda philosophies along with purifying whole body therapies, while incorporating the five elements of Nature, thus creating harmony between the mind, body and spirit.

Set amongst 100 acres of virgin forest and opened in September 2000, Ananda In the Himalayas is built around a Maharaja's palace estate and located 260 kilometres north of New Delhi. The resort features a restored Viceroy's Palace, world-class Spa, 75 deluxe rooms and suites, with breathtaking views of the Ganges River and mountainside.

With the highest standards of service, luxurious accommodations, innovative dining and breathtaking mountain views, Ananda is becoming an internationally revitalize oasis offering an enriching experience designed to restore, renew and revitalize.

Guests can immerse themselves in a complete rejuvenation experience in the 21,000 square foot spa, with an extensive selection of therapies in the 21 treatment rooms. The Spa also features luxurious hydrotherapy facilities, a Beauty Institute, outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool, sauna, steam rooms, fully equipped gymnasium and squash court.

Dining facilities include: The Restaurant (Ananda Rejuvenation Cuisine); The Pavilion; The Winter Garden; The Palace Lounge; The Hill Theatre and The Poolside.

Ananda is ideal for conference and management retreats and provides extensive meeting facilities for up to 150 guests. In the Viceroy's Palace, there are also rooftop boardrooms and terraces with panoramic views, an amphitheatre, temple and landscaped gardens.

Ananda Adventure includes trekking, white water rafting, nature walks, visiting the wild elephants of Rajaji National Park, and elephant photo safaris at nearby Chilla National Park. With golf turf imported from the United States for the greens and tees, the six-hole, par-three course incorporates an independent driving range, perfect for private lessons. Small but perfectly formed, the golf course on its Himalayan axle is nonetheless challenging.

Location of Ananda In the Himalayas
Located close to the holy town of Rishikesh in the precincts of the Palace Estate of the Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal in the small town of Narendra Nagar. Ananda is situated 260 kms north of New Delhi in the state of Uttaranchal.

How to reach Ananda In the Himalayas
By Air: A short 45-minute flight from New Delhi to Dehradun's Jolly Grant airport followed by a one-hour drive.
Ananda can be reached by a helicopter as the resort has a private helipad that is available for chartered flights from New Delhi.
By Rail: A four-hour journey from New Delhi to Haridwar railway station followed by a one-hour drive.
By Road: The driving time between New Delhi and Narendra Nagar is approximately five and a half hours.