It is important to bring a warm sleeping bag. A meditation shawl is useful for cool temperatures. We have a limited number of meditation cushions and mosquito nets. Blankets, shawls, cushions and mosquito nets are available in the local market. Due to the large number of retreatants, conditions can be cramped.
Accommodation is in dormitories, outside on the veranda or in a large tent.
Unfortunately, we have no disabled facilities. We recommend arriving in Body Gaya a few days early to acclimatise and not leaving again immediately after the retreat unless you have to. There are a number of local hotels. The Burmese Vihara, the Maha Bodhi Society, Bhutanese and some other temples occasionally offer basic accommodation. The Ashok Travellers Lodge and Tourist Bungalows offer more expensive facilities.