DOL ASHRAM ULTRA MARATHON 2ND EDITION

A Himalayan trail race at Dol Ashram, Almora, part of the Shri Kalyanika Yoga Festival.

The Shri Kalyanika Himalayan Yoga Festival & Dol Ashram Ultra Marathon returns for its second edition, set against the Himalayan foothills of Almora, Uttarakhand, at Shri Kalyanika Himalaya Devasthanam (Dol Ashram). It is a three-day celebration of wellness, fitness, spirituality, nature, and community, built around the theme Awaken, Connect, Transform.

From 2 to 3 October 2026, participants experience authentic Himalayan yoga traditions, meditation, wellness workshops, cultural performances, and village experiences, closing with the marathon on 4 October 2026. You can register for the marathon on its own, or join the full festival.

Three-day festival highlights

Day 1, 2 October: Begin the journey

• Registration, welcome, and the inaugural ceremony

• Vedic chanting, Himalayan Hatha yoga, breathwork and pranayama, guided meditation, and sound healing

• Evening aarti, a traditional Kumaoni dinner, bonfire, folk music, storytelling, and a community circle

Day 2, 3 October: Explore, experience, celebrate

• Sunrise yoga, meditation, wellness workshops, and interactive panel discussions

• Yoga games, a village heritage walk, an organic farm visit, and a Himalayan photography walk

• Sunset kirtan, a cultural evening with folk dance, open mic, stargazing, and a fire circle meditation

Day 3, 4 October: Dol Ashram Ultra Marathon

• Warm-up session and flag-off ceremony, followed by the marathon events

• Finish line refreshments, breakfast, recovery yoga, and meditation

• Prize distribution, a tree plantation, certificate distribution, and the closing ceremony

Festival attractions

Throughout the three days, participants can also enjoy:

• Yoga & wellness: Himalayan Hatha yoga, Vinyasa yoga, Yin yoga, yoga nidra, meditation, pranayama, breathwork, sound healing, and Ayurveda consultations

• Adventure & nature: a village heritage walk, forest nature trails, bird watching, a Himalayan photography walk, sunrise and sunset viewpoints, and a tree plantation drive

• Cultural experiences: bonfire evenings, Kumaoni folk dance, folk music, bhajan and kirtan, storytelling, and local artisan stalls

• Wellness expo: organic products, herbal medicines, Ayurveda products, yoga accessories, Himalayan food, and an artisan marketplace

• Family activities: children's yoga, wellness games, a creative art corner, pottery demonstrations, and traditional village games

Marathon categories

• 3 KM Family Fun Run (non-timed): ₹700

• 5 KM Timed Run: ₹900

• 10 KM Run: ₹1,200

• 21 KM Half Marathon: ₹1,500

• 42 KM Full Marathon: ₹2,000

• 60 KM Ultra Marathon: ₹2,500

Concession pricing is available for Uttarakhand residents and Army personnel on the timed categories, with a valid ID required at bib collection; see the category you're registering for.

Marathon registration includes

• Official race bib and a finisher medal

• Digital certificate and route support

• Hydration stations and medical assistance

• Timing chip on applicable categories

• Breakfast and finish line refreshments

Festival packages

Marathon only (4 October): register for your preferred category at the fees listed above.

Marathon plus dormitory stay: for participants travelling from outside the area, the Ashram dormitory package adds a Saturday night stay, Saturday dinner, and Sunday breakfast for ₹2,000 per person, on top of your marathon registration. For example, a 21 KM registration (₹1,500) plus the dormitory package (₹2,000) comes to ₹3,500 total.

Premium room stay: a limited number of private rooms are available, subject to availability: single occupancy at ₹8,000 per person per night, double occupancy at ₹5,000 per person per night, and triple occupancy at ₹3,500 per person per night.

Add either accommodation option directly during registration.

Why participate

• One of India's most unique Himalayan marathon experiences

• An authentic yoga festival inside Dol Ashram, with scenic Himalayan running routes

• Wellness and spiritual experiences alongside traditional Kumaoni hospitality

• Cultural performances and organic Himalayan cuisine

• A community-driven atmosphere, suitable for beginners and experienced runners alike

Event terms

Registration

• Registration is confirmed only after successful payment and can't be transferred to another person; it can be deferred to a future edition instead, per the cancellation policy below

• Organisers reserve the right to verify participant identity

• Participants under 18 years must have parental consent

Accommodation

• Dormitory stay includes Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast

• Premium rooms are limited and subject to availability

• Participants are responsible for maintaining the Ashram premises; damage to property will be charged to the participant

Health & safety

• Participants must ensure they are medically fit, and participation is entirely at the participant's own risk

• Medical support is available throughout the event

• The organisers reserve the right to withdraw any participant on medical advice

Event rules

• Participants must follow the official route; race officials' decisions are final

• Any malpractice or misconduct may result in disqualification

• Littering within the Ashram or race route is strictly prohibited

Photography, media, and liability

By registering, participants grant the organisers permission to use photographs and videos captured during the event for promotional and marketing purposes without additional consent or compensation. The organisers, sponsors, volunteers, partners, and venue authorities aren't liable for any injury, illness, accident, theft, loss, or damage to personal belongings before, during, or after the event. The organisers also reserve the right to modify the route, schedule, venue, cut-off timings, or categories in the interest of participant safety or due to unavoidable circumstances.