Swami Samarpan Ashram International, Rishikesh, Himalayas
A Sacred Space for Sadhana, Seva and Self-Realization
Nestled in the serene Himalayan foothills of Tapovan, Rishikesh, Swami Samarpan Ashram is a traditional spiritual environment dedicated to the practice and preservation of the ancient wisdom of Yoga, Vedanta, Tantra, Kriya Yoga, Meditation and Sadhana.
Surrounded by nature, forest greenery, mountain views and the peaceful presence of the Ganga region, the Ashram offers an atmosphere where seekers can step away from the distractions of ordinary life and turn inward.
Traditional Gurukul Atmosphere
Swami Samarpan Ashram follows the spirit of the Guru–Shishya Parampara, where spiritual knowledge is approached not merely as information, but as a lived experience through practice, discipline, devotion and self-awareness.
Life at the Ashram embraces the traditional principles of:
Sadhana • Seva • Meditation • Yoga • Self-Discipline • Silence • Spiritual Study
A Life of Practice
The Ashram encourages seekers to experience a simple and disciplined yogic lifestyle. Karma Yoga and Seva form an important part of Ashram life, helping practitioners transform everyday actions into opportunities for awareness, humility and inner growth.
The environment is intentionally simple and traditional, with a focus on spiritual practice rather than luxury or entertainment.
The Teachings
Through its associated Samarpan School of Yoga an Tantra , the Ashram offers opportunities for study and practice in areas including:
• Yoga & Meditation
• Kundalini Yoga & Tantra
• Advaita Vedanta
• Kriya Yoga
• Yogic Philosophy and Psychology
• Kundalini Tantra /Kriya /Mantra /Spiritual Name/ Karma Sanyasa / Sanyasa Diksha
• Traditional Gurukul living/Seva
A Place to Turn Within
Swami Samarpan Ashram is not simply a place to visit.
It is a place to slow down, practice deeply, serve selflessly, live consciously and discover the deeper dimensions of one’s own being.
In the sacred atmosphere of Tapovan, Rishikesh, the journey turns from the outer world toward the inner Self.
Live the Yoga.
Practice the Sadhana.
Serve with Samarpan.
Discover the Self.
Samarpan — Complete Surrender.
At Swami Samarpan Ashram, Tapovan, Rishikesh, we follow the ancient spirit of the Guru–Shishya Parampara—where spiritual knowledge is not merely studied, but lived, practiced, and realized.
Swami, Acharya, Guru & Master — What Is the Difference?
Swami — Renunciation
A Swami is one who has embraced the life of renunciation and entered a traditional monastic order. The title signifies a commitment to spiritual discipline and a life dedicated to the higher purpose.
Acharya — Teaching
An Acharya is a teacher and guide who imparts knowledge of scripture, philosophy, tradition, or spiritual practice. Teachers may be many, each serving seekers according to their knowledge and experience.
Guru — Realization
A Guru, in the highest spiritual sense, is not merely one who teaches. A Guru is one who has directly realized Truth through spiritual practice and inner experience. The Guru guides others from the depth of realization.
Master — Spiritual Mastery
A Master is one who has attained mastery over the mind and breath and remains established in constant awareness of the inner Self and God. Such mastery is not merely intellectual—it is lived, experienced, and embodied.
In essence:
Swami represents Renunciation.
Acharya represents Teaching.
Guru represents Realization.
Master represents Mastery.
As beautifully expressed by Gurudev Swami Samarpanananda Saraswati:
“Teachers may be many, Masters are few.”
May we not only seek knowledge but aspire for realization.
May the guidance of the Guru awaken the Truth within.
Highly welcomes to your humble donations to our Charit projects
Thanks for your great contribution to our Non-profit Charitable Hospital, Temple, Ashram Anna Kshetra for Sadhus and for the Poorer need ones and for the students.
Donations for the charitable work of the Ashram are always welcome!
Gifts or donations to the Ashram Trust are exempted of income taxes.
Under/section 80 (G) of Income Taxes Act 1961 by Law of the Indian Government,
vide No. 143(117) Kar Mukti/Haridwar/2010-11/Tak 8343 valid from 29/12/2010.
We will provide you with an official donation receipt upon payment.
Please notify us by email, stating your name and address once you have sent the donation.
Transactions are within India only:
Name of the Bank: Bank of India (BOI)
Account Name: The International Samarpan Yoga Awareness Foundation (ISYAF).
Account Number: 694210110001605
IFSC code: BKID0006942 (transactions within India)
Address of the Bank: Kailash Gate, Muni -Ki-Retti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
Residential Postal Address:
The International Samarpan Yoga Awareness Foundation (ISYAF) Trust & Swami Samarpan Ashram
Ghugtani Malli, Dholsut, Tapovan, Shivanandanagar
(Rishikesh), Tehri Garhwal, Pin Code: 249192, Uttarakhand, India, Himalayas
Contact us:
Official email address and Enquiries on accommodation in the Ashram:
swamisamarpanashram@gmail.com,
Telephone: +91 7452865100