Nagarkot Phedi, Bhaktapur • Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

About Niru Yoga Homestay

Learn about Niru Yoga Homestay, a peaceful family-run yoga and hiking retreat in Nagarkot Phedi, Bhaktapur. Meet our family and discover daily yoga, meditation, sound healing, guided walks and fresh vegetarian meals.

OUR JOURNEY

About Niru Yoga Homestay: Our Family Story

Niru Yoga Homestay is a peaceful family-run yoga and hiking retreat in Nagarkot Phedi, Bhaktapur. Our retreat grew from a simple family home into a welcoming place for yoga, pranayama, meditation, sound healing and guided nature walks.

Guests experience authentic Nepali village life, personal care, comfortable rooms, healthy vegetarian meals and seasonal produce from our garden. Our quiet location inside the Kathmandu Valley is away from busy city noise but still easy to reach from Kathmandu and Bhaktapur.

WHY CHOOSE US

A Complete Yoga and Hiking Retreat Experience in Nepal

Our retreat combines daily yoga, pranayama, meditation, guided hiking, sound healing, healthy vegetarian meals and warm family homestay care in a peaceful Nagarkot village setting.

Daily Yoga, Pranayama & Meditation

Morning and evening yoga sessions with pranayama, mantra, mudra, meditation, and deep relaxation.

Sound Healing & Deep Relaxation

Healing sound sessions with singing bowls to support relaxation, inner peace, and nervous system balance.

Guided Hiking & Nature Walks

Peaceful hikes through villages, forest paths, temples, riverside areas, and local nature trails.

Garden-Fresh Vegetarian Meals

Healthy vegetarian meals prepared with local ingredients and seasonal produce from our garden when available.

Warm Family Homestay Experience

Stay with a warm Nepalese family and experience simple, peaceful, and authentic village life.

Small Groups & Personal Care

Personal care, friendly guidance, and a calm retreat environment suitable for beginners and experienced guests.

OUR STORY

From Earthquake Rebuilding to a Peaceful Yoga Retreat in Nepal

In 2015, while Yogi Rajan was living and practising yoga in Rishikesh, India, our family home in Nepal was damaged by the major earthquake. His long-held dream was to bring the peaceful ashram experience back to his village, and this difficult time became the beginning of that journey.

We returned home, rebuilt with care and welcomed our first guests in 2017. What began as a simple family homestay gradually became a peaceful yoga and hiking retreat offering yoga, pranayama, meditation, guided nature walks, sound healing and healthy vegetarian meals.

Today, Niru Yoga Homestay remains rooted in Nepali village life, warm family hospitality, personal care and a deep connection with nature inside the Kathmandu Valley.

MEET YOUR TEACHER & HOST

Meet the Family Behind Your Yoga and Hiking Retreat

Yogi Rajan guides yoga, pranayama, meditation, sound healing and nature walks, while Niru creates the warm family atmosphere that helps every guest feel peaceful, comfortable and cared for.

Yogi Rajan Bastola

Yoga Teacher, Sound Healer & Trekking Guide

Yogi Rajan began learning yoga at age 14 and has more than 25 years of personal yoga practice, together with many years of teaching experience. He is the author of Sampurna Yog, meaning Complete Yoga, a Nepali yoga book covering yoga postures, pranayama, meditation, chakras, mudras, mantra, Ayurveda and sound healing. He guides guests with personal care through yoga, meditation, sound healing and peaceful nature hikes.

Niru Bastola

Homestay Host, Farmer & Retreat Organizer

Niru Bastola is a caring homestay host, farmer and retreat organizer. She grows many kinds of vegetables, herbs and seasonal food for the family and guests. Before opening the homestay, she worked in an ashram kitchen in Rishikesh, India, preparing meals and caring for visitors from around the world. Known for her warm smile, mantra singing and helpful nature, she makes every guest feel welcomed, nourished and at home. She also supports neighbours and villagers whenever help is needed.

WHY GUESTS CHOOSE US

Why Guests Choose Our Yoga and Hiking Retreat in Nepal

Guests choose Niru Yoga Homestay for personal yoga guidance, guided hiking, sound healing, garden-fresh vegetarian meals, a peaceful village location and warm Nepali family care.

Personal Yoga & Pranayama Guidance

Daily yoga, pranayama, meditation, mantra, mudra and sound healing are guided with personal care for beginners and experienced guests.

Guided Hiking in Peaceful Nature

Explore Nagarkot village paths, forests, temples, rivers and waterfalls through guided nature hikes away from busy city noise.

Warm Family Homestay Care

Enjoy comfortable rooms, healthy vegetarian meals, seasonal food from our garden and a caring atmosphere that feels personal and welcoming.

LOCATION

Where Is Niru Yoga Homestay?

Niru Yoga Homestay is located in Nagarkot Phedi, Bhaktapur District, inside the Kathmandu Valley. We are in a peaceful green village below the busy Nagarkot hilltop area, surrounded by farmland, forest paths and open valley views.

Our homestay is approximately 4 km from Bhaktapur’s Kamalbinayak area, about 19 km northeast of Tribhuvan International Airport and around 20 km from Thamel. Travel time depends on Kathmandu traffic.

Guests enjoy a quiet natural setting away from busy city noise while remaining close enough to visit Bhaktapur, Kathmandu and nearby cultural sites. Airport pickup can also be arranged on request.

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FARM TO TABLE

Garden-Fresh Organic Food & Homemade Nepali Meals

Niru Yoga Homestay grows many vegetables, herbs and seasonal foods in our village garden. We use fresh garden produce whenever available to prepare healthy vegetarian meals for our guests.

Niru prepares simple homemade Nepali food with care, using local ingredients and traditional family recipes. Meals are designed to support yoga practice, hiking, relaxation and overall wellbeing.

From garden to table, our food experience reflects village life, family care, natural ingredients and a close connection with the land.

What Our Guests Say

Read genuine guest reviews about yoga, hiking, sound healing, healthy meals and family hospitality at Niru Yoga Homestay.

Niru Yoga Homestay Meditation, Hiking Sound healing Retreat

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Alex Jeffrey

2 years ago

Truly a gem. Rajan and Niru create a perfect Homestay for you in Nepal. Yoga, hiking, amazing home cooked meals, 🎶 Tea Time! 🎶 And so so much more! We didn't want to leave! From the moment you arrive you are treated like family and welcomed in like family. Thank you Rajan, Niru, Nikita, and Nitesh!!!! We love you! 💙💙💙

Lindsay Murdock

2 years ago

Everything about our stay at the Niru Yoga Homestay exceeded my expectations. Rajan has such great energy - his yoga classes are invigorating and his sound healing skills are unmatched. His family has been in the area for generations and you can feel his deep connection to and love of his village and homeland as he takes you on some of the most beautiful hikes you’ve ever experienced. Niru is the most welcoming and generous host, she cared for all of us as if we were her own family. She’s so chipper and has a song to accompany each meal and tea time. And her cooking is unparalleled - I don’t think I’ve ever eaten so much or so well in my entire life. I will be back, and I HIGHLY recommend the Niru Yoga Homestay if you’re planning on coming to the area. And if you’re not planning on it, you should be!

Renske Meijer

2 years ago

After a long hike I stayed at this yoga Homestay. It was the perfect combination of relaxation and activity to recover physically and mentally. I was welcomed as if I were family and I was treated like a guest. The homemade food was amazing and most of it derived from their own garden. The Yoga classes twice a day in the yoga hall (different building in the garden) with a perfectly balanced intensity. Highly recommended to stay here!

Ruby Cowan

2 years ago

I spontaneously decided to join the yoga and meditation single-day package, and it turned out to be a truly transformative experience. From the moment I arrived, I was warmly welcomed by Rajan and his family, instantly making me feel at home. The lush, rolling green mountains surrounding the center provided the perfect serene and tranquil backdrop. Rajan is one of the most genuine, kind, and talented individuals I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. His expertise in yoga is remarkable, and I had an amazing experience with him as my instructor. As a beginner, I appreciated his supportive approach, which guided me through a wonderful session. We also hiked to a local waterfall and crossed a suspension bridge, where the breathtaking views left me in awe. I've never encountered such stunning beauty in my life. Although I was there for just a day, I was delighted to have a spacious room with an ensuite. It was immaculately clean, and having access to a shower and bed was a refreshing way to cool off and rest after our hike. Niru is an outstanding cook—prepare to be well-fed! Her meals offer an authentic taste of Nepali cuisine, made with fresh ingredients grown right on the property. You can truly feel the love and care she puts into each dish. This experience allowed me to see the heart of Nepal, and I felt honored to immerse myself in the local culture. I cannot recommend Niru Yoga highly enough; you will undoubtedly leave feeling rejuvenated, both physically and mentally. Thank you for inviting me into your home and for the unforgettable experience. I will cherish it forever!

Giada Rossi

2 years ago

Being passionate about Yoga, I chose Nepal for my solo holiday. Searching on Instagram for #yoganepal I accidentally found this special place to start my journey (I chose the 6-day detox package) and where I also wanted to return for another 3 days and end this fabulous holiday on a high note. The guest rooms are very cute and very clean. Being low season I was the only guest and I was able to enjoy private yoga lessons with Rajan, a great yoga master, a fantastic and kind person with whom I got along very well. It's impossible to tell all the beautiful details and how much I enjoyed his lessons, I can definitely say that in these 6 days I felt very light and I understood what are the really important and necessary things to be happy. I hope to always carry all this with me. It was wonderful to trek in the surrounding area, where we can enjoy spectacular views, temples in the midst of nature, all accompanied by the sounds of animals, rain and a very emotional silence. During my stay I had the pleasure of meeting my grandparents and also many family friends, all people who fill your heart with positive energy. I want to thank this family for welcoming me like a daughter, especially his wife Niru, a very sweet person with whom I was lucky enough to spend time talking and listening to love songs and getting emotional together, I really miss singing "tea" together time" and drink your fabulous and unique black tea. Without a shadow of a doubt the best cook in all of Nepal, every day she manages to surprise you with her tasty and colorful dishes. At Niru Yoga Homestay guests can enjoy vegetarian food, a large variety of fruits and vegetables grown right in their garden full of fabulous plants. Heartfelt thanks also to daughter Nikita who dedicated her time to me to go trekking together, talk about our lives, laugh and confide in each other. A very special girl. One last thank you to Rajan for the great commitment and love he puts into his work and for always looking for improvements for his guests. It was a fantastic experience that I will always carry in my heart. I hope to be able to return to you soon. Thank you I love you Jade

Humaira Shah

2 years ago

Rajan is a very good yoga teacher and Niru makes a great cup of tea. The room was clean and comfortable and the family were very nice. From day one only day 3 I felt a great difference in my flexibility from the Yoga.

Susi Pachler

2 years ago

What a special place! The family treats you like truly being a part of it. Their energy is just beautiful and you will always be welcomed with a smiling and shining face. The love and effort they put into their work and their home is so inspiring and beautiful. The yoga classes are very nice, the hikes combine beautiful walks with learning more about the history/culture/story of Nepal. The food is more than amazing and every meal is a true delight. Thank you so much for being such amazing hosts and everything you do! I really appreciate that you share your home and your love with so many people. Hopefully see you again one day!

Jeremy Kaltenrieder

3 years ago

I spent 2 weeks at Niru Yoga home stay. It was the most amazing home stay I have ever experienced. Everything was just perfect. The yoga classes, the home and the hiking area were amazing. Rajan is an amazing human being and yoga teacher and Niru is an amazing cook who make you feel like you are part of the family. I have never eaten so yummy and tasty food before. They really make you feel like you are at home. I was there during the rainy season but it was sunny almost everyday and we hiked every day. I did the Prana Shakti yoga course wich I highly recommend. I learned a lot about yoga and myself. I really highly recommend you to have this amazing experience.

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Niru Yoga Homestay is officially registered with the Government of Nepal, Department of Tourism (Regd. No. 234/2016), and Changunarayan Municipality Department of Tourism (Regd. No. 07/080/081, dated 30 April 2024).