Travel Information & Preparation

To secure a place on the Yoga Journey you will need to complete the Registration Form and pay a $500 deposit. Once we receive your registration we will send you a yoga journal travel pack to help you prepare for the journey which includes three books by A.G. Mohan and Indra Mohan and a Manduka Travel Yoga Mat.

Travel Pack

On registration you will be sent a Yoga Journey Travel Pack which includes:

• One Manduka SuperLite Travel Yoga Mat
• Yoga Therapy by A.G. Mohan and Indra Mohan
• Yoga for Body, Breath and Mind by A.G. Mohan
• Krishnamacharya: His Life and Teachings by A.G. Mohan

Climate

South India is warm and humid. November is the beginning of the ‘dry season’ so rain is unlikely. In Chennai/Mahabalipuram the average November/December temperature is 29C maximum, 21C minimum. In Kerala the average maximum is 31C and the minimum is 23C.

Health

Items to consider for your Indian first aid kit:

• Personal insect repellant (essential!)
• Pain relief (ie panadol)
• Cold & Flu medication
• Electrolytes (in case of stomach upsets/dehydration)
• Echinacea or Cat’s Claw Complex (to boost immunity start taking 2 months prior to travel and during travel)• Any supplements you currently take
• Any medication you currently take
• Letter from your doctor or naturopath listing meditation prescribed
• Sunscreen

For information about vaccinations contact your GP or a travel health centre.

Clothing

Dress should be conservative and discreet. Mosquitoes could be an issue in the evenings so long sleeved cotton or linen tops and trousers are ideal. Remember your bathers and comfortable clothes for yoga!

Yoga Preparation

Practice yoga as regularly as you can!

Study

The three books by A.G. Mohan are an ideal reference for preparing for the yoga course and you are welcome to join our study groups. If you are interested in the Life and Teachings of Ramana Maharshi, you will find books by him on the website or on amazon.com. You can also read travel guides about the places we will visit.

Passport & Visa

Check to ensure your passport has at least 6 months remaining before it is due to expire.

• Visa information: www.vfs-in-au.net
• Application Form for Indian Visa: http://www.vfs-in-au.net/pdf/FORMO.pdf
• Checklist for Visa Application: http://www.vfs-in-au.net/pdf/Tourist%20Visa_Online_23112010.pdf

Travel Insurance

It is a requirement that you have a valid travel insurance policy to participate in this tour

Smart Traveller

It is good practice whent ravelling overseas to register your details ont eh Australian government Smart traveller website: http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/

Money

Ensure that you have at least three ways of accessing money (ie a visa credit card, a visa debit card and some US dollars). Call your bank to let them know you will use your cards in India during these dates. Make sure that your card is accepted by ATMs in India.

Keep cash, cards, passport and any valuables secure while travelling. A money belt under your clothing is the best way to look after these items while in transit.

Communication

If you are bringing a mobile phone ensure you have contacted your provider to ensure it is set up with international roaming. Calling and dataroaming overseas can be very expensive - ask your provider if they have a travel plan for the period you are away and familiarise yourself with call and data costs. Internet access may be available, although not regularly.

CheckList

Somatheeram Ayurvedic Resort provides a comprehensive India Travel Checklist:http://www.somatheeram.org/images/stories/downloads/checklist.pdf

Contacts in India

Greenmeadows Resort, Chennai
4/364 A, Anna Salai, Palavakkam, Chennai - 600 041, India
Phone: +91 44 2451 5555 
E-Mail: info@greenmeadowsresort.com

Ramana Maharshi Ashram
Sri Ramanasramam, Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu 606 603 India
Phone: +91- 4175- 237200, +91 - 9244937292

Somatheeram Ayurvedic Resort
Chowara P.O., South of Kovalam, Trivandrum - 695 501,Kerala, India
Phone: +91 471 22 665 01/02/03
Fax : +91 471 22 665 05
Email: info@somatheeram.org

Starline Travels, Chennai
(O. No.7), N. No11, Wallace Garden 2nd Street, 
Nungambakkam, Chennai - 600006, Tamil Nadu , India
Ph: + 91 44 3028 4668 
Our agent is Lalitha Krishnan
Email: tours_slt@hotmail.com

Mandy BeckerKnox
Mobile No. in India +61 422 318 104