October 25-November 6th, 2026
OVERVIEW
Step into the powerful, boundless land of Nepal—a place where breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and ancient traditions converge to offer deep nourishment and profound transformation.
With a collective experience of over 20 years in Nepal, Shannon andTiphaine have woven countless memories with the land and its people—through treks, retreats, sacred ceremonies, and shared laughter that transcends language. We are honored to invite you to experience the deep love and rich connections we’ve cultivated here, and to offer you a personal journey of healing and growth.
Nepal is a land that has long inspired seekers and been a source of spiritual wisdom. It is a place where the sacred and the ordinary coexist, offering an abundance of support for those who seek to align with its rhythms. Together, we will guide you into a direct, embodied experience of this extraordinary land and culture, helping you discover the many layers of transformation it has to offer.
This is more than a retreat—it is an invitation to immerse yourself in a place that has the power to change you from the inside out. It is an opportunity to be captivated. We look forward to sharing this extraordinary journey with you.
*Any person who is female-identifying is welcome
Through our diverse backgrounds and skills, we will curate a multifaceted sojourn that includes:
- Meditation: Cultivate inner stillness and clarity amidst the majesty of Nepal’s natural beauty.
- Connection and Growth: Embrace the wisdom of being a woman, a sentient being, and part of a collective, while honoring your unique path.
- Yoga: Deepen your practice in the serene surroundings of Nepal’s sacred landscapes.
- Shamanic Journeying: Explore the unseen realms with guided journeys that open new avenues of healing and insight.
- Sacred Sites: Experience spiritual practices and learning in ancient temples, monasteries, and pilgrimage destinations.
- Cultural and Spiritual Education: Honor the deep-rooted traditions of Nepal, connecting with local people and ancient customs in a respectful, heartfelt way.
DETAILS
Dates: October 25-November 6th, 2026
Cost: $4,200 for single accommodations
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you are interested but the cost is out of reach.
Location: Based in the foothills of the Himalayas, the Kathmandu Valley is the beating heart of Nepal. Our retreat will be nested in three sacred locations in order to offer more depth and fewer transitions. We’ll be at altitudes between 4,500 and 6,000 feet throughout our time together and experience both urban and rural landscapes. Please see our tentative itinerary for more specific details.
Program Start & End: We ask that you arrive to Kathmandu by the evening of October 24th. The retreat officially begins with breakfast on the 25th and ends after breakfast on the morning of November 6th. You will be required to book your own international flight to Tribhuvan International Airport, however we are here to assist in any way we can.
Accommodations: We stay in simple and clean, family-run guest houses, as well as at a Buddhist Monastery. All rooms are singles, some with a private bathroom and some with shared.
Physical Activity Level: The retreat is designed for participants who can engage at a moderate activity level. We will explore the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding hills on foot, as well as, engage in a multi-level yoga practice.
Tentative Itinerary: Please note that this is subject to change and evolve based on opportunities that may arise, limitations we could face that are beyond our control, or because of participant interests.
Included:
- 13 nights accommodations
- Loving, present, skillful support from experienced space holders
- All meals and snack
- All monument entrance fees
- All in-country lectures, tours, facilitated events
- All domestic travel
Not Included:
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel insurance
- Alcohol
- All personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
Preparation: After registration, we will schedule a 1:1 call with you. This time will be to discuss important details regarding logistics, answer any questions you have, and offer space for you to name your hopes and intentions for the retreat.
YOUR GUIDES
Tiphaine Ravenel Bonetti
Tiphaine first arrived in Nepal in 1989. Within two weeks, she found herself the youngest participant in a silent retreat at what was then a small monastery outside of the Kathmandu valley. In college, Tiphaine returned to continue her study of Buddhism for a year. In 1999, she returned again as a newlywed and made Nepal home for three years, working as a Reproductive Health Advisor for a joint venture between the German and Nepalese governments and giving birth to her first child. Moving her small family home in 2002, Tiphaine worked as a nurse, grew her family and continued her yoga and meditation practices, returning to Nepal whenever she could. In 2015, Tiphaine began an extensive study of Shamanic journeying and was awe-struck by the ways the practice awakened the energetic heart of Buddhism. Currently, she runs a private practice in Depth Hypnosis, a therapeutic model that embraces both Shamnic journeying and Buddhist thought. She has three adult children and a loving husband and calls Boulder, Colorado home. Tiphaine looks forward to supporting retreatants in allowing Nepal to awaken within them that which is longing to be known yet needs the power of place and practice to be experienced.
Shannon Harriman
Since her childhood in the forests and along the lake shores of Maine, Shannon has been an aspiring naturalist. Her time spent in wild places inspired in her a deep sense of connection and reverence for the natural world. Her draw to contemplative practices brought her on a journey to Asia, where she built her home in Nepal for more than a decade. In the shadows of the Himalayas she dove deeply into her study of the ancient tradition of classical yoga and cultivated a lasting Buddhist meditation practice. During this time, she also worked as a professional teacher and facilitator for Sojourn Nepal and Where There Be Dragons, developing experiential curriculum, creating ceremony, and cultivating her skill of holding space to witness, embrace and be in the full presence of others.
Shannon is currently homesteading in the Appalachian hills of western Virginia, homeschooling her two children and attempting to align her life with the Great Turning, a worldview that fosters connection to the earth and regenerative practices. She and her partner created and run a nature connection camp during the summers in Colorado.
Upon reviewing your registration form, we will be be in touch to schedule a call
Are you considering this retreat, but have some questions? Please don’t hesitate to reach out: tiphaine@bonetti.ws, sharriman21@gmail.com
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