We look forward to greeting you
at Ekam, India
Namaste. We are gathering from across the country and the world to be led by our enlightened masters on this three-day journey.
This page will help you prepare and enjoy every aspect of your time at the Oneness Health Festival. Please refer back to it before and during the event. Review each section so you do not miss critical information that may slow your registration or hinder your participation.
What This Page Covers
Reporting on Arrival
On arrival, please report to the campus office matching your accommodation booking.
Param Campus
Located adjacent to Sattva Campus. Report to the Param Campus Office upon arrival.
View on Google MapsEkam Oneness Temple
Ekam City, Vellikonda Foothills, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Documents to Bring
Please bring printed copies of the forms below along with your identification documents.
Daily Schedule
A rhythm to carry you through each of the three days.
The schedule may shift — please check with your group leader or the information table for any updates.
Check-in & Check-out
From 8:00 AM, the day before
We strongly recommend arriving the evening before Day One so you start the journey rested and unhurried.
By 9:00 AM, the day after
The festival concludes at 6:00 PM on the final day. Accommodation check-out is the following morning, with breakfast included.
What to Pack
Mid-September in Andhra Pradesh is warm and humid, with possible monsoon showers. Pack accordingly.
Cotton clothing in any colour, with sleeves. Please avoid revealing or tight-fitting outfits.
Comfortable yoga attire for morning practice. A shawl or light layer for cooler mornings and evenings.
A light rain jacket and quick-dry layers for monsoon showers. An umbrella for outdoor walks.
Sunscreen and moisturiser. Trek shoes for the forest trails and hilltop walks.
Reusable water bottle. Flashlight or torch for evening movement.
Notebook and pen for reflection. Any personal medications you require.
Organic mosquito repellent. A small lock for the Svasti campus lockers (or purchase onsite).
Please refrain from perfumes or heavily scented products out of respect for the shared space.
Dining at Ekam
Three sattvic meals each day, designed to support and enhance your spiritual practice.
Yogi Dining
Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Cafe Yogi
A high-energy atmosphere with coffees, teas, local beverages, and a juice bar with creative smoothies. Healthy snacks that nourish the body and being.
Yogi Ahar at Ekam
Traditional Andhra cuisine delicacies, prepared with care.
Yogi Pizzeria
Pizzas available on pre-order, subject to availability.
Campus Facilities & Services
Lockers are available at Svasti campus. Please bring your own lock or purchase one onsite.
Clinics are available at all three campuses — Ekam, Svasti, and Sattva.
Laundry services are available at designated locations every two days, subject to availability. Additional charges may apply.
Ample on-site parking is available for private vehicles at all campuses.
Other Services
Concierge desk, Yogi Boutique gift shop, English-speaking staff across all campuses, and a dedicated cafe space at each location.
Accommodation Amenities
Provided across our campus accommodations.
Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi is included with select reservations. Please refer to your booking confirmation for the specifics of your accommodation.
In-Room Safes
Available in every guestroom.
Iron & Ironing Board
Provided in shared common areas.
Bath Amenities
Standard amenities provided.
Recreational Facilities
Spaces to walk, breathe, and meet the land.
Forest Walk
Quiet trails through the campus woodlands.
Running & Walking Path
Dedicated paths for early-morning movement.
Sunrise & Sunset Trail
A hilltop trail for first and last light.
Outdoor Yoga Space
An open-air space designed for practice in nature.
Meditation Labyrinth
A walking labyrinth for reflective practice.
The Land — Sattva, Svasti, Param
Three campuses in the Vellikonda foothills, each offering its own angle on the same sacred field.
Sattva Campus — Ekam City
Sattva Campus is 82 km from Chennai International Airport. It is nestled at the foothills of the ancient Vellikonda Range — a stretch of mountains forming the eastern flank of the Eastern Ghats in southeastern Andhra Pradesh. The landscape is shaped by majestic hills rising out of expansive open plains, a harmonious blend of rugged terrain and tranquil beauty.
With these mountains estimated to be over 500 million years old, the area carries a profound sense of timelessness. The hills cradle Ekam in dense forests, rocky outcrops, and gentle slopes that open onto sweeping vistas of the countryside. Misty mornings reveal layers of hills bathed in golden light; evenings turn the sky crimson behind the ancient peaks.
The grandeur of the Vellikonda Range invites a sense of humility and connection — a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and rest in the simplicity of the earth.
A walk through Sattva Campus
Svasti Campus
Svasti rests in the gentler folds of the same Vellikonda foothills, surrounded by working farmland and small village settlements that have grown alongside the land for generations. Where Sattva crowns a hilltop with sweeping vistas, Svasti sits in a quieter pocket — closer to the rhythms of rural Andhra, with the sounds of cattle, distant temple bells, and the wind through paddy fields shaping the day.
The campus is intentionally designed for accessible immersion. Rooms are simple and clean, common spaces breathe with natural light, and the layout flows toward central halls where the festival’s main practices unfold. Walking paths wind between mango groves and shaded courtyards, offering quiet places to rest between sessions.
For those who want to be closer to the land — closer to the people of nearby villages, closer to the unhurried tempo of an Indian countryside — Svasti offers something Sattva does not. The same sacred field, experienced from a different angle of the earth.
Param Campus
Param sits adjacent to Sattva Campus, sharing the same hilltop setting and the same view of the Vellikonda hills, but offering an entirely different style of stay. Accommodation here takes the form of traditionally designed cottage huts — village-styled dwellings inspired by the vernacular architecture of rural Andhra, built with natural materials and an honesty of form that belongs to the land itself.
Each hut is simple, grounded, and quiet — designed to dissolve the distance between guest and earth. For seekers drawn to the tactile beauty of village life, to small cozy spaces and hand-finished walls, to waking with the soft sounds of the countryside, Param offers a sacred immersion of its own. The same field of grace as Sattva, met through the texture of an older way of living.
Weather for Your Festival Days
September 17 to 21, 2026 at Ekam — Vellikonda Foothills, Andhra Pradesh.
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Climate at Ekam
The Tada-Tirupati region carries a tropical savanna climate with two rainfall peaks and a short cool season.
Pleasant days and crisp nights — the cool season, ideal for January retreats.
Hot afternoons. Hydrate well and plan outdoor activities for early morning.
Moderate rains, lush landscape. The festival in September falls toward the end of this season.
A second, heavier rain spell delivering up to 200 mm per month with humidity around 80 percent.
Travel to Ekam
Ekam is served by two airports. Chennai International Airport is larger and offers the widest international and domestic connections. Tirupati Airport is closer to Ekam but operates domestic flights only. Choose the airport that best fits where you are flying from.
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Chennai is South India’s busiest international gateway, with direct flights from over 60 destinations across 19 countries.
Distance by Road
Ekam Temple & Svasti Campus: approximately 70 km, about 2.5 hours.
Sattva Campus & Param Campus: approximately 82 km, about 3 hours.
Direct International Flights
Europe: London Heathrow, Frankfurt.
Middle East & Gulf: Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat, Kuwait City, Bahrain, Dammam.
Southeast & East Asia: Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong.
South Asia: Colombo, Malé, Dhaka.
Africa & Indian Ocean: Addis Ababa, Mauritius, Saint-Denis (Réunion).
From the Americas, Canada, China, Japan, Oceania, or other Saudi cities (Riyadh, Jeddah, Medina): connect through Dubai, Doha, Singapore, London, or Frankfurt.
Direct Flights from within India
Major metros: Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad.
Other major cities: Ahmedabad, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Goa, Guwahati, Kochi, Lucknow, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Varanasi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and over twenty more cities.
Tirupati Airport (TIR)
The closer airport — well suited for travellers connecting from within India, since Tirupati operates domestic flights only.
Distance by Road
Ekam Temple & Svasti Campus: approximately 65 km, about 1.5 hours.
Sattva Campus & Param Campus: approximately 50 km, about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Direct Flights to Tirupati
Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, New Delhi, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam. Star Air also operates direct flights from Shivamogga and Kolhapur.
Operated by IndiGo, Air India, Alliance Air, and Star Air. International travellers should connect via one of the metros above.
From Either Airport to Sattva, Svasti, Param, or Ekam
Pre-paid Ekam shuttles operate between both Chennai International Airport and Tirupati Airport to all campus locations — Sattva, Svasti, Param, and Ekam Temple. Please book at least 72 hours in advance.
To organise your transport from either airport to any of the campuses, write to [email protected].
India e-Tourist Visa
Eligible foreigners from over 160 countries can obtain an Indian e-Tourist Visa through the official portal at indianvisaonline.gov.in. This visa category expressly permits attendance at short cultural or yoga-style courses such as Ekam programmes.
Apply at least four days before departure: upload a passport photo and data page, pay the fee online, and the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is typically emailed within 72 hours. Print the ETA and present it with the same passport — valid for at least six months and containing two blank pages — at immigration.
Officials stamp the visa and allow a stay of up to 90 days per visit (180 days for US and UK citizens on longer visas). Visitors must show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds. No FRRO registration is needed for e-Tourist stays under 180 days.
Because visa-on-arrival is offered only to a few nationalities, securing the e-Visa in advance is essential for smooth entry.
India e-Arrival Card
Complete India’s new e-Arrival Card (digital disembarkation card) online up to 72 hours before your flight at boi.gov.in, indianvisaonline.gov.in, or via the Su-Swagatam mobile app.
Enter your passport and visa or ETA numbers, flight and arrival date, Indian address, local phone or email, and an emergency contact. Submit and download or screenshot the QR-coded confirmation. The form is automatically linked to the immigration system but should still be shown on request.
Failure to present a filed e-Arrival Card can delay clearance — airlines may deny boarding if the submission receipt is missing at check-in.
Beyond the Festival
Places worth visiting if you extend your stay.
Lokaa Foundation’s World Village Tour
A half-day immersion into Krishnapuram, India’s first sustainable model village in the Eastern Ghats. The 320-resident community demonstrates eco-friendly homes, mud-brick kilns, and leaf-plate micro-industries.
Guided walks reveal rain-water harvesting, organic farming, and zero-waste systems. Visitors meet artisans, explore the knowledge centre, and join hands-on eco-soap workshops with village youth.
Ubbalamadugu (Tada) Falls
Approximately 40 minutes by road from Sattva Campus, near the Nirvana Campus base. From the entry point, a forest trek leads up to the source — ending at a natural swimming pool fed by the falls.
Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary
Winter flamingo sightings, with the best viewing season between January and February.
Tirumala Venkateswara Temple
Perched atop the seven Seshachalam hills at 853 metres — one of Hinduism’s most visited pilgrimage sites, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara (Balaji).
Its Dravidian architecture, gold-plated Ananda Nilayam vimana, and soaring gopurams were enriched by Pallava, Chola, and Vijayanagara patronage. Millions queue for darshan and the legendary laddu prasadam.
Oneness Ayurveda
Extend your healing journey with a deeply restorative purification process designed to cleanse, harmonise, and rejuvenate.
An introduction to Oneness Ayurveda
Panchakarma Detox Retreat
8-day or 16-day deep detoxification programmes for international and Indian seekers.
Comprehensive Wellness Program
A 6-day immersion combining Ayurvedic diagnostics, treatments, and lifestyle guidance.
Daily Rituals
Abhyanga, Shirodhara, and the Face Ritual — available as standalone treatments.
Shataayu Wellness
A dedicated wellness programme designed for Indian guests.
For more information, visit onenessayurveda.org
Sustainability at Ekam
Three small commitments that help us hold the sacredness of this space.
Bring reusable water bottles.
Refilling stations are available across all campuses.
Avoid single-use plastics.
Carry your own bag for any items you may purchase or collect.
Refrain from perfumes and heavily scented products.
Out of respect for those sharing the meditation halls.
Quick Reference
English, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi.
Indian Rupee (INR).
Warm, humid, monsoon tail. See live forecast above.
We look forward to receiving you with open hearts at Ekam.
For travel and transport arrangements, write to [email protected].
For all other inquiries, please write to [email protected].
