Visit the Valley of Bliss
Experience life at Ananda Kalyani by visiting us. One day, a weekend or even one month will provide you with a brief taste of being part of the project’s work and life. Surrounded by the exquisite nature of Serra da Estrela natural reserve you’ll experience a peaceful environment in which to explore a conscious lifestyle, meditation and deeper self-exploration.
Price and Registration
The basic contribution per day is 20€ which includes breakfast (self-service), lunch, dinner and a 24/7 tea table. We ask for a conscious donation for children up to 4 years old. Children from 4 years to 12 years old pay half price. Additionally, you will have the use of facilities such as meditation yurt, common indoor spaces including Casa Dharma and Praça Dharma, solar heated outdoor showers as well as access to our idyllic, picturesque river beach and seasonal beach bar.
Discounts:
Staying >2 weeks: discount of 25% on the 3rd and 4th week with us.
For Long-Stays >5 weeks, 50% discount.
We appreciate you planning your visit, as we may not be available to receive you all the time, due to the events we organize and host. Important note: we do not accept last-minute guests, or spontaneous show up, as we need to coordinate internally and prepare everything nicely to welcome you. Thank you for understanding.
*For those who would like to stay more than 2 weeks it’s requested an interview beforehand so we can meet expectations and ensure harmony among all in the valley.
Get to know what are the options for bus/train connections to our place by downloading the travel guide.
Booking your stay by contacting us
[email protected]
Our Rules
Ananda Kalyani and our community houses are spaces without any smoking, alcohol and drugs. We also adhere to the Sattvik diet, which is vegetarian without eggs, mushrooms, garlic and onion. A designated smoking area is found outside of our properties. We don’t normally allow pets, please ask beforehand if you intend to bring any animal, where extra fees are applied.
Explore our lifestyle
Daily meditation, kiirtan and yoga postures are practiced and all are welcome to join. Our meditation space is a beautiful yurt that can also be used for one’s personal practice. Personal lessons in both meditation and asanas (yoga postures) are available from experienced teachers including ordained yogic monks or nuns.
Guest House
Private Spaces
Dormitories
Camping and Caravans
Explore our shared spaces
Casa Ananda
If you prefer to sleep in a house instead of a campsite, feel welcome at Casa Ananda. Here you will find dorms and single rooms. The atmosphere at Casa Ananda is very relaxed and you will also find community activities. It’s 4 km away from the Master Unit and every day we are organizing our rides to the Master Unit and back. Accommodation is offered on a donation basis, allowing guests to contribute an amount that feels right and supports the space. The facilities contain:
- 3 bathrooms
- a large meditation room
- a small library with a wide range of literature
- a large communal kitchen with all the utensils you need
- a large veranda + garden
- separate rooms for brothers and sisters
- a large cellar with storage space
- washing machine, dishwasher and co.
Camping – Caravan & Tents
Our camping area provides plenty of space for tents, campers, and caravans, whether you’re traveling light or bringing your home on wheels. The plots are spacious and surrounded by nature, offering both comfort and privacy. There are no fixed prices—our camping operates on a conscious donation basis. This means guests contribute an amount that feels fair and supports the upkeep of the space, helping to maintain a welcoming and sustainable environment for everyone.
What our visitors say
The river is beautiful and the new hostel is super cosy!
I want to go back!
Get to know us better
About Ananda Kalyani
The word “Ananda Kalyani” is broad enough to encompass a number of several projects that it holds within one venue. Read more about our spiritual basis, aims, visions and concept of a Master Unit below.
Our Team
Every major project has a strong, committed team behind it that puts in a lot of time in order to make things happen. Discover the people that make up Ananda Kalyani’s core by reading the section below.