A few experiences in words:

• We all enjoyed our stay at Aranyaani. The bonfire, the walks, Vishnu the cook and his simple cooking was relished by all. Shaniram took us on many treks , one to a waterfall which were awesome. Thank you for sharing Aranyaani! Something magical has begun . Hope to be there again for a longer period of time.  With gratitude. ( 6 folks).
• I stayed away from Delhi pollution to run away from my lung asthma during winter.  Was just expecting clean air and healing food. ...But once relaxed about forests and tribal life, my mind opened to self health. What a quantum leap in the world of understanding the open secret. Amazing, amazing, and amazing…... Also want to add that at first sight, I was thinking this place can be so much more - modern structures, paths, service staff and so on. But by the time of leaving, I was begging to the team to not change anything if I have suggested, as otherwise Forest connect and life connect is the secret that will get overcome by artificial human distractions– Aruna, Delhi
• बहुत कुछ स्पष्ट हो रहा है, धीरे-धीरे गहरी समझ बनती जा रही है, और उतना ही ज्यादा लग रहा है कि अभी बहुत कुछ समझना जानने की जरूरत है, धीरे-धीरे जैसे चेतना और आत्मविश्वास दोनों बहुत कुछ देख सुन पा रहे हो बहुत कुछ स्पष्ट हो रहा हो, बहुत सारी चीजों को देखने की दृष्टि ही जैसे बदल गई हो, कुछ बेहतर होने के लिए । – Alok, Kanpur

On this page: 

• How does one's body, mind and soul rediscover the elixir of life? Whom is it ideal for?
• What are the facilities, and costs? 
• How to book and how to reach? What is surrounding area like?
• What are some special potions or foods I can expect? What activities do I have to be involved in? Aranyaani Seasonal forest foods and activities.
• Why is ONE WEEK kept the MINIMUM stay ? What is living in Aranyaani like?

How does one's body, mind and soul rediscover the elixir of life ?

With decades spent in forests and mountains, we realize that the answer lies in nature. It is not in eating a few herbs and some exercises, but in allowing oneself to be one (Ekatm) with the forests, and let their magic be revealed. This is the cradle of life and spirit, and remains so.

Aranyaani forests, spread over 100 acres of dense forest, merging into vast Satpura forest and mountains, are a magical place to spend time in, and let the forest be the ultimate healer.

Purest and direct from trees air, Smells of water, soils, and flora, each tailor made for the weather, sitting;alongside a young river just born from mountains, listening to birds, trees and letting nature complete its cycle each day, beautiful life in the smallest tribal hammock, interacting with them, bonfire, doing simple tasks, tending to cows ...all are designed to find that Ekatm.

To that we add , herbal potions, choolah food , light work, walks in dense forests , treks, simple tasks that add to forests, comfortable stay , and Manthan discussions....
And the body, mind awakens to its healing power of Aranyaani. For spiritual minds free of worldly noises, the experience is even more profound.

The trees and wider nature communicate through a vast physical and spiritual network. When you step into our sanctuary, you are stepping into a massive, living network.
The forest senses your arrival. As you breathe in the forest air, you are inhaling the chemical messages of the trees. This is why the healing at Aranyaani feels so personal—because the forest is responding to your biological presence.

Primal Awareness: Living on the edge of the wild triggers a healthy, ancient part of your brain—the amygdala—to shift from "Modern Anxiety" (imaginary fears) to "Primal Awareness" (real-time presence). This shift is the ultimate Stress Buster, clearing the mental clutter of the city in a single night.

Whom is it ideal for?

Modern lifestyle, foods, tensions and pollution, combined with aggressive and non natural medical approach has brought havoc upon human body.

Unnatural body ageing and weaknesses, deficiencies, lung problems, urban and financial stress, compromised digestion, dependence on steroids, ....the list is endless.
So if need to rejuvenate , mentally , physically and spiritually, this is the place and plan. 

If one has suffered chronic conditions like lung conditions , and are on steroids, one needs to give body another chance to rediscover itself.

What are the facilities, and costs?

Currently we have 4 cottages (for single or double occupancy) for the Healing center guests, but more cottages are being planned.

Facilities:

• Each cottage has separate large western bathrooms. Roof is clay tiled roof, and walls quoted with natural colors or pastes.  
• Separate wardrobe almirah, writing table and bed, for each person. A/c is not there. Weather is pleasant year round (presently we close for long stays for 4 months- May to August end). 
• Its an open campus within wild, and space is not a constraint. One can easily plan work in dining or meeting huts. One attendant per cottage.  
• Kitchen is nearby, and anyone can cook on wood or gas. Tribal hamlet is 300 meters away. 5G internet is there on Jio.
• PLEASE note this is not a Resort where urban facilities are designed for serving differently, but YOU belong here - to tribal village and Aranyaani forest. Forest is the host.

Overall, its a relaxed, comfortable, homely place and tribal hamlet, and one doesn't feel like leaving after getting accustomed in a couple of days.

Costs for the 7 Day Aranyaani Healing Stay:

• Rs. 10500 per cottage for 7 days, if blocked for single occupancy.  
• Rs. 16500 per cottage for 7 days, if blocked for double occupancy.
• The above includes all meals, stay, one attendant/ tribal villager cost for helping in chores, treks , pickup from and drop to Sohagpur. 
  
• If one contributes by art or labor work that enhances the place as per our design, one can earn a credit even up to Rs. 4000, during the stay.

Note that in Aranyaani the cottages are free as part of ecosystem and as a respect to Forests , and costs charged are for food, potions, activities and attendants. We also pass on the amounts directly to the villagers we allocate.

Refund policy in case of cancellation:

• We take advance booking amount of Rs. 2000/- per person , upon booking. It is generally non refundable, to avoid nuisance inquiries. But in case of genuine reasons, it will be refunded.
• For partial stays (reduction of stay post arrival) - Pro-rata waiver and refund is made based on number of days of stay.  

How to book and how to reach?

For Booking , please contact on Whats App : Ashish (Baba) - 7999646583. 

Each 7 Day stay schedule is from Saturday till Friday, so that all guests can benefit from steady schedule.

One will have to fill the form here : Booking request form

To check Availability, please call above number or see : Availability sheet link

How to reach:

• Nearest Airport is Bhopal at a distance 130 kms . It takes 2.5 hours drive to reach Aranyaani, near famous tourist place called Madai.
• Nearest Railway station is Sohagpur (code: SGP) at a distance of 12 kms. More trains stop at Pipariya (code: PPI), at a distance of 18 kms from Sohagpur.
• One can take an auto/taxi from Sohagpur. Road is good all the way till Aranyaani forest.
• We shall arrange pickup and drop to/from Sohagpur. 
• In case one needs assistance to travel from Bhopal, that can also be arranged by us on actual cost.

What is surrounding area like?

The Aranyaani Forest is surrounded by a tribal village on its south and west, our food forest to its east and north. There is a forest river, dense Satpura forests adjoining our property. There are many fishing ponds we have created (depending upon season and annual rains), free roaming chicken and food forest project going on.
We are 5 kms away from Madai entry point.

How far is a Medical Emergency aid , from this place?

• From Aranyaani, it takes 15 to 20 minutes to reach the nearest Emergency center in Sohagpur, and up to 1 hour for full fledged hospitals/ centers in Narmadapuram. 
  
• Medical shops are in Sohagpur , which is 15 to 20 minutes drive.

What are some special potions or foods I can expect?

The Aranyaani Alchemy, involves , herbs and leaves, and foods, "manifested" in the Aranyaani food forest, prepared in small batches using traditional Adivasi clay pots.
Some preparations are (depending on seasons):

1. The 'Prana' Wake-Up 
Ingredients: Wild forest Tulsi, similar herbs, crushed Palash, and a drop of wild lemon.
The Healing: Designed to strip the "city-coat" from your lungs, and cleanse the digestive systems. It oxygenates the blood and clears the mental fog caused by urban pollutants.

2. The 'Ojas' Elixir (The Anti-Ageing Gold)
Ingredients: Resin from the Sal tree, (seasonal gift) wild Amla (Indian Gooseberry) or Bael or karonda and many , and honey gathered from the forests. 
The Healing: A powerhouse of antioxidants and Vitamins. This potion targets oxidative stress—the primary driver of ageing—and begins the "cellular polish" that brings a glow back to the skin.

3. The 'Shanti' Decoction (The Cortisol Killer)
Ingredients: Char or mahua or berry fruits, Parijat leaves, ginger and mint.
The Healing: Specifically for the "Burned-Out Urbanite." It recalibrates the adrenal glands and quiets the "fight or flight" response that most city-dwellers live in 24/7.

What activities do I have to be involved in?

We do not plan a time table or fixed ritual. There is no intermediary between you and nature and so let the awakened mind be the guide. We will suggest based on your urge and what we see will help.

Rejuvenating Rituals and activities common here are: 

• The Soil Bath (Mridu Shuddhi): Adivasi wisdom teaches that the skin is the "third lung." In this ritual, we use forest-floor clay, enriched by decaying leaf matter and minerals, to wrap the body. It draws out the heavy metals and micro-pollutants of urban life.
• The Fire-Gazing (Agni Drashti) : Staring into a wood fire induces a "soft fascination" state. This allows the prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain exhausted by decision-making—to go offline and recover.
• The Anti-Ageing Wild walks: Ageing is often just "unresolved inflammation." By removing the triggers—noise, processed light, toxic oils, and chronic urgency—your body’s DNA repair mechanisms finally have the energy to work.
• Ekatm trek : We go to the origin of Palakmati river, along a beautiful stream and forests.
• Satpura river boat safari
• Manthan gurukul discussions : To open up a new understanding of Bharat's culture, Consciousness and Kutumbs
• Simple food forest activities: You can be part of our daily chores - tending to cows, guarding at night, harvesting, preparing choolah foods, bringing wood, preparing huts, and so on.
• Survivor trainings: Handling each problem with ease in nature and outside.

Why is ONE WEEK kept the MINIMUM stay ? 

This healing space and plan is not for tourism travelers. We often get asked: "Can I stay for just a weekend?" Our answer is gentle but firm: To heal is to habituate. 

The One-Week Minimum is the biological "tipping point." 

Days 1–2: The Detox Phase. Your body sheds the caffeine-jitters and the "hurry-up" chemicals. You may feel tired; the forest is asking you to sleep.
Days 3–4: The Sensory Opening. Your hearing becomes acute. You start noticing the different shades of green. Your digestion stabilizes on the Adivasi diet.
Days 5–7: The Cellular Shift. This is where "Anti-Ageing" begins. Inflammation markers drop significantly. You start sensing your greater possibilities. Mind starts reading the natural network, and Spirit rises.

What is living in Aranyaani like?

Living in and with the Adivasi hamlet is the best part of Aranyaani stay.

When you stay at Aranyaani, you are not in a resort; you are in a Living Ancestral Space.
The Adivasi Wisdom: Our neighbors are the guardians of the tiger’s realm. They teach us that "Health" is not a lab report, but a relationship with the wind, the water, and the trees.
Unstructured Activity: We encourage "Gentle Self-Chosen Activities". 

Aranyaani Daily Rhythm is a symphony of Slowness. 

We don't use clocks; we use the light. This "Easy Pace" is designed to re-synchronize your internal energies.

 

Aranyaani Seasonal Foods and Activities chart:

Note , we discourage first time visitors from May to July/August mid, as these can be tough months in Aranyaani forest, for the uninitiated. 

 

You might find yourself helping grind grain, painting a mud wall, or simply tracking a butterfly for an hour. These "aimless" moments are where the deepest psychological healing occurs.

At Aranyaani, we don't offer a 'break' from your life. We offer a return to it. You will leave the forest with a new pair of eyes, a quieter heart, and a body that finally remembers how to thrive.

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Some video links for you, made in Aranyaani:

• Aranyaani Drone view, 2019 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrzta-XrLpc
• Making of Aranyaani, 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMcOhyNrMf0
• Documentary, 2021 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Mi2S6zy4pU 
• See Aranyaani's Ganga project : Https://Gangaproject.com
• See Aranyaani's Manthan Gurukul : https://Manthangurukul.org