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Arogya Van
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM Flexible 4.8 / 5.0
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Opening Hours
Flexible
Duration
₹50.00
Adult Price
₹30.00
Child Price
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About this Attraction
Discover wellness, Ayurveda, nature, and holistic living at the Arogya Van (Herbal Garden) near the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar (Kevadia), Gujarat. Spread across approximately 17 acres, Arogya Van is one of the most unique health-focused attractions in the Statue of Unity tourism zone, designed to promote awareness about healthy lifestyles, medicinal plants, yoga, Ayurveda, meditation, and natural healing practices.
Arogya Van showcases hundreds of medicinal herbs, plants, shrubs, and trees used in traditional Indian healing systems such as Ayurveda. The attraction is divided into multiple themed sections, including the Garden of Colours, Aroma Garden, Yoga Garden, Alba Garden, and Leutea Garden, each offering visitors a different wellness experience surrounded by beautifully maintained landscapes.
One of the main highlights of Arogya Van is the famous Aushadh Manav (Medicinal Human Body), a large human-shaped landscape that demonstrates how different medicinal plants are associated with various parts of the human body and their healing benefits. This innovative concept helps visitors understand the connection between nature, herbs, and human health in an engaging and educational way.
The attraction also features yoga spaces, meditation zones, wellness exhibits, indoor plant sections, herbal gardens, natural healing displays, and educational information about traditional Indian healthcare systems. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walking trails surrounded by greenery while learning about biodiversity, medicinal plants, and sustainable living.
Arogya Van is ideal for families, students, nature lovers, wellness enthusiasts, photographers, and tourists looking for a peaceful experience beyond the main Statue of Unity monument. The serene environment, fresh air, and educational exhibits make it one of the most relaxing attractions in Ekta Nagar.
Book your Arogya Van tickets online and explore a beautiful world of Ayurveda, herbal medicine, wellness, and nature near the world's tallest statue.
Arogya Van Herbal Garden Visitor Guide
Arogya Van (Sanctuary of Wellness) is a vast herbal garden covering over 17 acres. It features over 5 lakh plants of 380 different medicinal species. The garden is divided into multiple thematic zones, including the Garden of Fragrance, Garden of Colors, three-dimensional human body mapping displaying the healing properties of plants on organs, and yoga lawns.
💡 Essential Visitor Tips & Instructions:
- •Open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- •Take the guided herbal tour to understand the health benefits of local plants.
- •Do not touch or pluck leaves, as many species are protected and delicate.
- •The Wellness center inside offers Ayurveda consultations and therapies.
Complete Visitor Travel Guide 2026
🔍 Detailed Overview
The Arogya Van is a prominent attraction located in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, developed as part of the massive eco-tourism master plan surrounding the iconic Statue of Unity. Designed to offer visitors a unique experience, this arogya van showcases the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and modern sustainable infrastructure of the Narmada Valley. It serves as an educational and leisure destination, perfect for family tours, student groups, and solo travelers exploring Kevadia. The site has been constructed using eco-friendly materials and is fully maintained under strict environmental conservation guidelines, aligning with the green vision of the Statue of Unity Area Development Authority (SOUADA). Visitors can expect state-of-the-art facilities, neat concrete pathways, informative boards, clean restrooms, and friendly local guides who assist in detailing the historical and natural aspects of the venue. The attraction is an excellent addition to your SOU trip itinerary, offering beautiful sightseeing opportunities, natural microclimates, and interactive activities.
⏰ Hours & Scheduled Slots
The visiting hours for the Arogya Van are scheduled daily from Tuesday to Sunday, typically opening at 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM and closing by 06:00 PM. To ensure optimal crowd management and a comfortable tour experience, entry slot booking is implemented. Visitors are advised to check their slots and arrive at least 15 minutes prior. Please note that, in line with the standard policies of the entire Kevadia tourism zone, the Arogya Van remains strictly closed to the public every Monday for weekly deep cleaning, structural checks, gardening maintenance, and restoration works. Planning your trip carefully around this weekly calendar will ensure a smooth, uninterrupted holiday.
💳 Entry Pricing & Booking Rules
The admission ticket price for the Arogya Van is ₹50.00 for Adults (aged 18 and above) and ₹30.00 for Children (aged 3 to 17 years). Toddlers and infants under the age of 3 years are allowed entry free of charge without requiring a separate pass. The ticket fare covers full entry access to the main attractions, designated gardens, exhibition rooms, and walking trails inside the premises. It also includes the shared transit utility of the eco-friendly green AC electric shuttle buses that operate continuously throughout Ekta Nagar. Tickets can be booked seamlessly online, which is highly recommended as on-site booking windows have limited stock and may result in long waiting queues, especially during weekends and holidays.
🗓️ Best Time to Plan a Visit
The most recommended season to visit the Arogya Van is during the winter months, spanning from October to March, when the temperatures in Gujarat drop to a pleasant 15°C to 28°C, making outdoor sightseeing and walking highly enjoyable. In terms of daily timing, the early morning hours (9:00 AM to 11:30 AM) offer the freshest air, cool breezes, and excellent lighting for photography. Alternatively, late afternoon visits (3:30 PM to 5:30 PM) allow you to complete the tour under soft sunlight and head directly to the evening Laser Show or Glow Garden, making optimal use of your travel schedule.
📍 Distance & Internal Transit from SOU Plaza
The Arogya Van is situated in the scenic eco-tourism zone of Ekta Nagar, located approximately 3.5 to 5.5 kilometers away from the main Statue of Unity monument plaza. To maintain the carbon-neutral status of the area, private vehicles are restricted beyond the central welcome center. Visitors can park their private cars at the central tourist parking lot and board the high-frequency green electric AC transit shuttle buses. These shuttle buses run at intervals of 2 to 4 minutes and stop directly at the entrance of the Arogya Van. The transit ride is scenic and takes about 6 to 8 minutes, with the fare already covered in your entry pass.
*Visitors are encouraged to carry digital E-Pass copies. Timeslots are managed by local transit authorities.
Terms & Conditions / Guidelines
Entry to the Arogya Van is allowed only between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Exit time is up to 06:00 PM.
No outside food is allowed.
Do not play music in Arogya Van.
Do not pluck any plants or flowers.
No smoking.
No pets are allowed.
Visitors have to follow the do's and don'ts of Arogya Van.
Activities are run by SHG (self help group) — no bargaining please.
Do not walk on the grass.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Adult
₹50Child
₹30🔒 Booking Reassurance & Guidelines:
- • SOU Ticketing Coordinator: We coordinate, reserve, and deliver scannable electronic entry passes for your Statue of Unity experiences.
- • Instant Delivery: Confirmed E-Passes containing scannable barcodes/QR codes are instantly delivered directly to your registered Email & WhatsApp.
- • Flexible Terms: Cancel or reschedule your ticket slots easily up to 24 hours prior to your visit date.
- • AC EV Buses Included: Unlimited green electric shuttle transit rides inside Ekta Nagar are included with your pass.
- • Closed Mondays: The Statue of Unity and all Kevadia attractions are strictly CLOSED every Monday for maintenance.
Starting from
₹50.00/ person