An open space where pristine nature manifests in myriads of enchanting ways in all it's splendid colors without inhibitions. A space where it's hard to differentiate between human beings living and birds nesting. Where the natural balance is sacred and abundance a by-product.

Sumiran forest retreats are an invitation to experience nature and yourself at your best. It doesn't matter if you are looking to take a casual work break, a long healing vacation, a silent meditation stint or a get together with your loved ones - Sumiran offers a variety of retreats that are sure to offer you the experience of a lifetime.

Nature knows how to heal itself, how to maintain her own balance. However if one can work along with nature understanding natural laws, the healing process, the thriving process can be made more effective.

Our organic farming involves understanding nature through close & minute observation and learning

Sharing begins with abundance. Nature bestows us with abundance when we work in principle with nature. This surplus is shared with our extended friends and family which also supports farmer families at Sumiran gain independence.

A healthy bout of pure air, mineral rich water, exposure to abundant sunlight, farm fresh organic food and natural workout on the farms gave us some memorable insights about ailment free, it whispered in our ears that we have only one disease – Nature Deficit Disorder. It also gave us insights on how mind, body and spirit strike a balance for inner peace & joy. We share this perspective as a organized course called Life Without Medicine.

Learning in its deeper sense is the very pulse of life. Everything and everyone is learning every moment. If we can understand the deeper nuances of the learning process in nature, we may be able to support in flowering of young buds. It takes a village to raise a child. Barkheda is such with SUMIRAN as software.

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Leisure is always partial unless it rests in lap of nature. In a vibrant space full of vital energies, our heart lightens and body rejuvenates. Beatles, birds and butterflies sing & dance endlessly throughout the day & stars talk to you in dark noiseless nights. The divine silence of forest & tranquility of lake recuperates you totally. Adventure of a trek with a tiger also trekking along is a great thrill.

Nature’s open secret for maintaining eternal fertility has been the beautiful interdependence and relationship of plants and animals. Gaushala thus was an obvious next step & cow - a great secret by itself. Today, Gaushala is not only strengthening our farmlands but also provides us with precious dairy food. Gauseva & Panchgavya from desi Indian breeds - a panacea of all ills.

Life dawns, when five elements strike harmony. To sustain life, water is indispensable. When we started it was water-water everywhere not a drop to drink. Thus, working with water was our first step at Sumiran. Today there is abundance even in a drought year. Not even a single drop of rain flows outside Barkheda.

Nature supports abundance and uniqueness. In the infinite web of interdependence, each species is equally important. From tiny blade of grass to the high flying eagles, everyone has a place that no-one else can take. If anyone falls, everyone shivers. With abundance of water, safe & organic ambience bio-diversity increased here by leaps and bounds. Massive natural regeneration is the order today. From butterflies to big cats, everyone has found a safe haven. Sacred forest is manifesting.