Vana

Wilderness Lodge

Vana: Serenity in the Himalayan Foothills

A sprawling sanctuary of well being where allthe chaos of the outside world is strippedaway, down to the clothing and accessories youare given to wear upon arrival.

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Why it's unique

In the birthplace of Ayurveda and yoga, Vana values ancient and modern techniques, for a mountaintop wellness retreat that nourishes you inside and out.

Wake up enveloped by peaks and lush scenery in a native Sal forest. A stay begins with a doctor consult, who prescribes from Ayurveda, Yoga, Tibetan Medicine, and Natural Healing Therapies. A favorite is hydrotherapy in the warm Watsu pool.

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The stay

Vana at a glance.

Type: Wilderness Lodge
Ideal For: Couples
Experience: Wellness
Geography: Mountain
Collection: Off the Grid
When To Go: Year-round

Where it is

Dehradun, India

Vana

Dehradun, India

Mountains peek out from misty clouds, at the foothills of the Himalayas. Dehradun is favored thanks to its prominence in the Ramayana and Mahabharata.

How To Get There

From the New Delhi airport, take a short flight or train ride.

Flora & Fauna

Trees include Sal, oak, pine and rhododendron. Bengal tigers, Indian leopards and various bird species may be spotted in the area.

Cultural Impact

Buildings utilize sustainable indigenous designs from local talent. Food is supplied by nearby farmers and fishermen. Six Senses education projects support community development.

In the magazine

India Stories

StoryIndia Has a Leopard SecretIn the Jawai Bandh region, the big cats walk through villages, sleep on temple rooftops, and have been doing so for centuries. SUJÁN Jawai, a 2026 UNCHARTED^® Global Safari Award winner, makes you at home in this rare environment.Read the story

Story2026 UNCHARTED^® Global Safari AwardsAs the world’s premier Global Safari Brand we recognize our favorite and finest Outposts — camps, lodges, ranches, and small ships — while expanding the awards to include newly introduced categories beyond Outposts.Read the story

StoryBeyond the Tiger: India’s Most Soulful Safari Starts HereIt was perhaps inevitable that Indrajit “Indy” Latey would wind up chasing wildlife for a living. His father was a zoologist at a university in western India, his mother had been raised near a tiger reserve, and his grandfathers sparked a youthful fascination with life in the wild.Read the story

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