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Himalayan High

The Program

4–11 April 2027

Seven days in the foothills of the Himalayas — a structured journey inward, a climb outward, and Shabbat at the roof of the world.

The Ten Sefirot drawn as the tree of life

Monday–Wednesday

The Map of the Soul

A structured journey through the Ten Sefirot as the architecture of the soul:

Keter
Inner will
Chochmah & Binah
Insight and understanding
Chesed & Gevurah
Expansion and boundaries
Tiferet
Harmony
Netzach, Hod & Yesod
Endurance and connection
Malchut
Responsible expression

Includes

  • In-depth Kabbalah study
  • Guided Jewish meditation
  • Reflective dialogue
  • Small-group exploration
Snow-covered Himalayan peaks

Thursday

Himalayan Ascent

A guided mountain journey with the amazing view of the highest mountains in the world.

A Shabbat gathering at Chabad of Dharamkot

Friday

Meditation & Shabbat Experience

A gathering at Chabad of Dharamkot — a powerful encounter with Jewish life in the Himalayas.

Optional curated sessions with Israeli young men may take place during the program.

Partnership & Impact

Participation is structured as a tax-deductible contribution through registered partner organizations in the US, UK, Australia, and Israel.

All proceeds strengthen the year-round work of Chabad of Dharamsala — serving thousands of Jewish travelers annually through:

  • Shabbat and holiday gatherings
  • Personal guidance and crisis support
  • Torah learning and spiritual programming
  • Community infrastructure

Participants become annual partners in sustaining Jewish life in the Himalayas.