Travel Information

To ensure the safety of those living in the ashram and new arrivals, please review our Covid Safety Guidelines prior to making travel arrangements

HOW TO GET HERE

By Air
There are no international flights to Madurai airport. Chennai, Mumbai and Bangalore are the nearest international airports that operate domestic flights into Madurai airport. You can also fly into Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) International airport and then connect to Madurai by train.

By Bus
Local buses from the Periyar Bus Station (1km from Madurai Railway Station) that pass Pavanna Vilakku Junction are: 23P, 23T, 23Z, 62A. The Ashram is about 22 km from Madurai city along the New Natham Road, near a small junction – Pavanna Vilakku. This junction is 2 km past Hawa Valley Resort. When travelling along the New Natham Road the Ashram is after Kanjirampettoi and Kadavoor villages. Approximately 45 minutes.

By Train
Madurai is linked to all major cities in India by rail. Check with South Indian Railways. From Madurai Railway Station take a taxi, auto-rickshaw or bus to the Ashram (approximately 22 kms). You are advised to book rail tickets as soon as possible. Trains are often fully booked in high season (December and January) due to local festivals, so you may need to allow for this when planning your time of travel. Train e-tickets can be booked up to three months in advance via the internet. Train information can be obtained via www.indianrail.gov.in Limited seats in higher classes are available for credit card bookings via www.irctc.co.in

By Taxi / Auto Rickshaw
The Ashram is about 22 km from Madurai city along the New Natham Road, near a small junction – Pavanna Vilakku. This junction is 2 km past Hawa Valley Resort. When travelling along the New Natham Road the Ashram is after Kanjirampettoi and Kadavoor villages. Approximately 45 minutes. Agree with the taxi/rickshaw price for the journey to the Ashram before leaving the station or airport.

VISA AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Foreign Nationals are required to bring their original passport The Ashram accepts only those Foreign Nationals with a valid visa Indian Nationals are required to bring a valid photo ID A visa is required from most countries to visit India

VACCINATIONS

Guests are advised to check with their local health authority regarding vaccinations required for visiting India