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FAQ about our retreats in Ecuador
FAQ about our retreats in Spain
FAQ about how we host ceremonie
FAQ about the obligatory preparation process
FAQ about booking process and condition
Journey to Ecuador
Yes, Ayahuasca is legal in Ecuador. The country recognizes the traditional and ceremonial use of Ayahuasca, especially within indigenous communities, as a part of its cultural heritage.
Ayahuasca ceremonies involve ingesting a powerful plant that can have profound physical, mental, and emotional effects. As such, it is not recommended for everyone, especially those with certain health conditions. The following is a more detailed list of health conditions that may contradict with participation in Ayahuasca retreat in Spain:
It is important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and each individual's health history will be carefully reviewed by our team prior to participation in Ayahuasca ceremonies. We prioritize the safety and well-being of all participants and reserve the right to deny participation if it is deemed unsafe or potentially harmful.
- Psychotic disorders: Individuals with a history of psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, may be at increased risk for a recurrence of symptoms, as the compounds in Ayahuasca can trigger or exacerbate these conditions.
- Severe personality disorders or dissociative disorders: Those with severe personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder or dissociative disorders, may be at risk for worsening of symptoms or complications during an Ayahuasca ceremony.
- Current use of certain prescription medications: Ayahuasca should not be taken with certain medications, including but not limited to antidepressants, antipsychotics, or other psychoactive medications, as these may interact with the compounds in the brew and lead to potentially dangerous complications.
- Current or recent use of recreational drugs: The use of recreational drugs in the weeks leading up to an Ayahuasca ceremony can be dangerous and may interfere with the experience. Participants are advised to abstain from recreational drug use for several weeks prior to the ceremony.
- History of heart or circulatory issues: Individuals with a history of heart disease, stroke, or other cardiovascular issues should exercise caution when considering Ayahuasca ceremonies, as the brew can increase heart rate and blood pressure.
- History of seizures or epilepsy: Ayahuasca ceremonies may increase the risk of seizures or trigger epileptic episodes, so individuals with a history of these conditions should exercise caution when considering participation.
- Liver disease or compromised liver function: Ayahuasca contains substances that are metabolized by the liver, so individuals with liver disease or compromised liver function may be at increased risk for complications during an Ayahuasca ceremony.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding: Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should not participate in Ayahuasca ceremonies due to potential risks to the developing fetus or infant.
- Certain medical conditions: Ayahuasca should not be used by individuals with certain medical conditions, such as a history of brain injury or neurological conditions, kidney disease, or serious mental health conditions. Additionally, individuals with a weakened immune system, such as those with HIV or other immune-related conditions, may be at increased risk for complications during the ceremony.
- Use of certain supplements: Certain supplements and herbs can interact with the compounds in Ayahuasca, leading to potentially dangerous side effects. Participants are advised to consult with our team before taking any supplements or herbs in the weeks leading up to the ceremony.
- Age: Ayahuasca ceremonies may not be recommended for individuals under the age of 21, as their brains are still developing and may be more vulnerable to the effects of the brew.
It is important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and each individual's health history will be carefully reviewed by our team prior to participation in Ayahuasca ceremonies. We prioritize the safety and well-being of all participants and reserve the right to deny participation if it is deemed unsafe or potentially harmful.
The program begins and concludes at the Quito airport. Participants will meet on the first day and part ways on the last day of the retreat at this location.
Yes, all transfers and the flight from Shell to the lodge are included.
Before embarking on your journey, ensure your vaccines are up-to-date. While the Ministry of Public Health in Ecuador mandates yellow fever vaccination proof for travelers to its northern Amazonian provinces, this isn't a requirement if you're heading to the southern regions, such as where our lodge is situated. Still we recommend having a vaccination against yellow fever as an additional precaution. Nevertheless, anti-malaria medication is essential.
For tailored advice based on your departure country, visit the CDC's website at www.cdc.gov. As of our latest update, there are no restrictions related to Covid. Safe travels!
For tailored advice based on your departure country, visit the CDC's website at www.cdc.gov. As of our latest update, there are no restrictions related to Covid. Safe travels!
At our center, we prioritize your well-being. Our lodge is equipped with a basic medical kit to address minor issues. For more extensive care, we collaborate with the local health center situated in the nearest community, a mere 15-minute journey from the lodge. Another health facility is available in the Wachirpas community, approximately 30 minutes away.
Should an emergency arise, our first course of action is to provide initial care at the lodge. If necessary, guests are transferred to the nearest health center. In dire cases requiring aerial evacuation, guests are flown from the lodge to Shell. Three local hospitals in the vicinity are adept at handling medical emergencies:
Should an emergency arise, our first course of action is to provide initial care at the lodge. If necessary, guests are transferred to the nearest health center. In dire cases requiring aerial evacuation, guests are flown from the lodge to Shell. Three local hospitals in the vicinity are adept at handling medical emergencies:
- Hospital Shell, a mere 10-minute drive from the Shell airport.
- Hospital San Mateo, a private institution 20 minutes from the Shell airport.
- Hospital General Puyo, the primary public hospital in Pastaza province, also 20 minutes from the Shell airport.
Clothing
- 5 to 7 pairs of lightweight long pants; quick-drying material preferred. Avoid jeans, as the weather is hot, humid, and wet
- 7 long-sleeved shirts; quick-drying material preferred
- 3 or 4 short-sleeved t-shirts
- 1 pair of hiking socks for each day in the rainforest
- 1 light windbreaker, sweater, or fleece jacket
- 1 brimmed hat (suitable for both sun and rain)
- Bathing suit
- 1 rain poncho
Footwear
- 1 pair of comfortable walking shoes
- 1 pair of sandals
Equipment
- Sun block lotion. SPF 45 or higher is recommended
- Insect repellent (plenty of, as also useful to spray directly onto clothing).
- After bite/itch relief
- Anti-malaria pills (please check with physician before)
- Small flashlight. Headlamp models recommended
- Refillable Water bottle
- Binoculars (optional)
- Diarrhea medication, rehydration sachets, probiotics and electrolytes.
- 1 quick drying towel
- Wet tissues or supplies of small tissue packs
- Black bin liners/or zip lock bags to keep belongings dry
- Journal/camera/sunglasses etc
- Personal toiletries
We can't emphasize enough the importance of securing comprehensive travel insurance for your journey. It's wise to opt for a policy that covers trip cancellations or interruptions, unexpected delays, baggage issues (loss or theft), travel accidents, medical bills, hospital stays, and most crucially, emergency medical evacuation. Think of trip cancellation insurance as your safety net: it ensures reimbursement of non-refundable expenses if you have to call off your trip due to specific unforeseen incidents, illnesses, or injuries affecting you, a travel mate, or a family member.
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For U.S., Canadian and travelers from the European Union countries, a passport with at least six months validity beyond your intended stay is essential and no visa is required.
If you're from a country other than the E.U, U.S. or Canada, it's best to touch base with your nearest Ecuadorian consulate or embassy to clarify visa requirements. Should you need a visa, it's up to you to acquire it. Need assistance? Consider reaching out to Travel Document Systems at www.traveldocs.com. Safe travels!
If you're from a country other than the E.U, U.S. or Canada, it's best to touch base with your nearest Ecuadorian consulate or embassy to clarify visa requirements. Should you need a visa, it's up to you to acquire it. Need assistance? Consider reaching out to Travel Document Systems at www.traveldocs.com. Safe travels!
Ecuador operates with the U.S. dollar as its official currency. While major credit cards can come in handy for settling hotel charges and making purchases at big outlets, it's a good idea to have U.S. dollars in smaller bills for other transactions. To check the latest currency rates, visit www.xe.com. Happy spending!
Our ceremonies are guided by traditional Onanya's (shamans) who follow the old ways of working with master plants. That is why our ceremonies are quite strict with an emphasis on your personal and undisturbed connection with Ayahuasca.
The Onanya (shaman) will be navigating your experience by singing special songs, called "Ikaros" in the mestizo tradition and "Bewa" in the Shipibo tradition, throughout the entire ceremony without the use of untraditional musical instruments.
During the ceremony, it is restricted for participants to communicate with each other verbally as well as have any physical contact.
This traditional approach with deep respect for the ceremony ensures that every participant can create a unique relationship with Ayahuasca and concentrate on self-introspection.
The Onanya (shaman) will be navigating your experience by singing special songs, called "Ikaros" in the mestizo tradition and "Bewa" in the Shipibo tradition, throughout the entire ceremony without the use of untraditional musical instruments.
During the ceremony, it is restricted for participants to communicate with each other verbally as well as have any physical contact.
This traditional approach with deep respect for the ceremony ensures that every participant can create a unique relationship with Ayahuasca and concentrate on self-introspection.
Right after you sign up for the retreat, our team requests completing the screening questionnaire. Once it is done, we will help you to ensure that your participation in ceremonies is safe and you need/do not need a specific pre-retreat diet.
Do not make any travel arrangements before your screening form is reviewed by our team and your participation is confirmed. APL will not be responsible for any loss if your application is rejected due to medical reasons after review.
Our managers will be available for you 7 days a week via email.
21 days before the retreat we create our group chats where you can be in touch with your facilitators, integration specialists and group members to be supported on your dieting process.
Do not make any travel arrangements before your screening form is reviewed by our team and your participation is confirmed. APL will not be responsible for any loss if your application is rejected due to medical reasons after review.
Our managers will be available for you 7 days a week via email.
21 days before the retreat we create our group chats where you can be in touch with your facilitators, integration specialists and group members to be supported on your dieting process.
After the retreat, we will keep our group chats open. There you can stay in touch with your group members and reach out to facilitators in a direct message if needed.
We encourage our participants after the retreat to partake in group meetings for the integration and/or request individual work with one of our integration specialists. This work is not included in the cost of the retreat and should be covered separately.
You can learn more on our post-retreat support page (click)
We encourage our participants after the retreat to partake in group meetings for the integration and/or request individual work with one of our integration specialists. This work is not included in the cost of the retreat and should be covered separately.
You can learn more on our post-retreat support page (click)
Retreats in Spain
Ayahuasca is not forbidden to use in Spain if it is taken for personal use, religious purposes, or in ceremonies of a private non-profit organization. In many other countries such as Great Britain, Israel and France the use of Ayahuasca is prohibited.
Our organization holds a permit from the local government to serve Ayahuacsca, following local regulations.
Our organization holds a permit from the local government to serve Ayahuacsca, following local regulations.
For Retreats in “Valley Location” - The nearest airport is Malaga (1-hour drive).
For Retreats in “Ocean Front Location” - The nearest airport is Sevilla (2-hour drive) and Malaga (2.5-hours drive)
It is possible to arrive at Gibraltar airport (1-hour drive), but we can not arrange transfers from there as it is outside of Spain.
For Retreats in “Ocean Front Location” - The nearest airport is Sevilla (2-hour drive) and Malaga (2.5-hours drive)
It is possible to arrive at Gibraltar airport (1-hour drive), but we can not arrange transfers from there as it is outside of Spain.
We highly recommend flying in the day before to ensure a smooth arrival at the retreat.
Please be aware that the group transfers will only be arranged from Sevilla/Malaga airport.
We will help to form groups and arrange transfers in our group chats that we create 14 days before the retreat.
The first transfer will be arranged for 1 pm at the first days of the retreat.
The cost for transfers from Sevilla airport is around 160€ / car (up to 8 seats) and from Malaga airport is around 220€ It is shared between passengers.
There is public transportation from Malaga airport to Estepona (20 min drive from the retreat center) with an average cost of 15€.
You can visit the booking website by following this link (click).
You can visit the booking website by following this link (click).
Once you are at the retreat we will help you to form groups with other participants and we will help to arrange transfers to any destination. The cost is not included in the retreat price and should be covered separately.
We advise you to schedule your flight for the next day after the end of the retreat to not be in a rush for your flight after the last ceremony.
In this way, you can depart from the retreat between around 11:30 am after breakfast and the integration circle to a hotel where you can rest and settle down.
We advise you to schedule your flight for the next day after the end of the retreat to not be in a rush for your flight after the last ceremony.
In this way, you can depart from the retreat between around 11:30 am after breakfast and the integration circle to a hotel where you can rest and settle down.
We mirror government COVID regulations that are currently in place.
You can find official registration for traveling on this website (click).
Vaccines:
If you're getting vaccinated, we recommend at least 2 weeks in-between vaccination and your retreat to ensure no interactions with the medicine
You can find official registration for traveling on this website (click).
Vaccines:
If you're getting vaccinated, we recommend at least 2 weeks in-between vaccination and your retreat to ensure no interactions with the medicine
Our ceremonies are guided only by one of our Peruvian Onanya's (curandero) with the assistance of 3 facilitators and a mental specialist.
We value all our Onanya's (shamans) equally as they passed a lifelong training in the rainforest to work with teacher-plants, including Ayahuasca.
Life in the rainforest is not an easy one and there are many things that might happen and would not let a Onanya travel. That is why we announce the exact Onanya 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the retreat. On our side, we guarantee that one of the Onanya listed above on this page will be your guide.
Life in the rainforest is not an easy one and there are many things that might happen and would not let a Onanya travel. That is why we announce the exact Onanya 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the retreat. On our side, we guarantee that one of the Onanya listed above on this page will be your guide.
Our ceremonies are guided by traditional Peruvian curanderos who follow the old ways of healing with master plants. That is why our ceremonies are quite strict with an emphasis on your personal and undisturbed connection with Ayahuasca.
The shaman will be navigated your experience by singing Icaros (sacred songs) throughout the whole ceremony without the use of untraditional musical instruments.
During the ceremony, it is restricted for participants to communicate with each other verbally as well as have any physical contact.
This traditional approach with deep respect for the ceremony ensures that every participant can create a unique relationship with Ayahuasca and concentrate on self-healing.
The shaman will be navigated your experience by singing Icaros (sacred songs) throughout the whole ceremony without the use of untraditional musical instruments.
During the ceremony, it is restricted for participants to communicate with each other verbally as well as have any physical contact.
This traditional approach with deep respect for the ceremony ensures that every participant can create a unique relationship with Ayahuasca and concentrate on self-healing.
Right after you sign up for the retreat, our team requests completing the screening questionnaire. Once it is done, we will help you to ensure that your participation in ceremonies is safe and you need/do not need a specific pre-retreat diet.
Do not make any travel arrangements before your screening form is reviewed by our team and your participation is confirmed. APL will not be responsible for any loss if your application is rejected due to medical reasons after review.
After that our managers will be available for you 7 days a week via email.
14 days before the retreat we create our group chats where you can be in touch with your facilitators, therapist and group members to be supported on your dieting process.
Do not make any travel arrangements before your screening form is reviewed by our team and your participation is confirmed. APL will not be responsible for any loss if your application is rejected due to medical reasons after review.
After that our managers will be available for you 7 days a week via email.
14 days before the retreat we create our group chats where you can be in touch with your facilitators, therapist and group members to be supported on your dieting process.
After the retreat, we will keep our group chats open. There you can stay in touch with your group members and reach out to facilitators in a direct message if needed.
We encourage our participants after the retreat to partake in group meetings for the integration and/or request individual work with one of our therapists. This work is not included in the cost of the retreat and should be covered separately.
You can learn more on our post-retreat support page (click)
We encourage our participants after the retreat to partake in group meetings for the integration and/or request individual work with one of our therapists. This work is not included in the cost of the retreat and should be covered separately.
You can learn more on our post-retreat support page (click)
Things we provide upon arrival:
Things you need to bring:
- Basic shower gel provided in bathrooms
- Towels available in each room
- Water and tea stations in common areas
- Sun cream provided in common areas
- Yoga mats available in the yoga hall
- Books available in the retreat’s library
Things you need to bring:
- Big water bottle of 1000-1500 ml to reduce the use of plastic (must-have)
- A notebook to write down thoughts after ceremonies (must-have)
- Personal toiletry (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
- Earplugs (if sharing a room with another participant)
- Swimwear
- Comfortable, cozy clothes for ceremonies (e.g., sportswear). While we ask participants to wear a white t-shirt during ceremonies, other clothing items can be any color. Please avoid any prints with scary imagery (skulls, demons, monsters, etc.) on ceremonial clothing
- Sandals
- Thick socks for ceremonies (shoes are not allowed in the ceremonial space)
- Some cash (€100-300) for the local market (optional)
- Travel insurance with standard coverage
Ceremonies and their rules
It is a comprehensive question because the Amazonian region has many traditions, especially considering various parts of Amazonia - Peruvian, Brazilian, Ecuadorian, and other areas.
We work with Onanya's (master shamans) from the Loreto and Ucayali regions of Peru. These regions are centers of Peruvian shamanism. They have their traditions of working with Master Plants that we follow.
First of all, the tradition tells that the person who leads the ceremony is Onanya, who learned through prolonged dieting with sacred Master-Plants in Peruvian jungles. This process can take from months to years.
After completing dietas, a Onanya becomes a "doctor" and has the right to guide ceremonies.
Secondly, a participant must follow the rules during ceremonies. These rules are here for your safety and deep personal connection with the spirit of Medicine.
They include:
Finally, the tradition means that a Onanya never sings ballads or popular songs that have no connection to the Sacred Amazonian ceremonies and are disrespectful to the spirit of Ayahuasca itself.
To navigate ceremonies, an Onanya uses special songs, called "Ikaros" in the mestizo tradition and "Bewa" in the Shipibo tradition. These songs are received directly from spirits during a very strict process of self-isolation in the jungle, which lasts for months or years, in conjunction with Master-Plants.
Ikaros, along with his pipe and Agua de Florida (flower water), are the Onanya's tools for guiding and protecting people.
All these rules are the result of thousands of years of experience. They are dedicated to ensuring your safety, transformation, and unforgettable experience.
Learn more by watching our shamans's interviews.
We work with Onanya's (master shamans) from the Loreto and Ucayali regions of Peru. These regions are centers of Peruvian shamanism. They have their traditions of working with Master Plants that we follow.
First of all, the tradition tells that the person who leads the ceremony is Onanya, who learned through prolonged dieting with sacred Master-Plants in Peruvian jungles. This process can take from months to years.
After completing dietas, a Onanya becomes a "doctor" and has the right to guide ceremonies.
Secondly, a participant must follow the rules during ceremonies. These rules are here for your safety and deep personal connection with the spirit of Medicine.
They include:
- Refraining from communicating with other participants;
- Ceremonies are held only during the nighttime without using lights or self-phones.;
- Keeping your place during the whole ceremony except visiting restrooms;
- Refraining from singing and dancing (only Onanya sing Ikaros - sacred Amazonian songs);
- Staying in the ceremonial space before the ceremony is finished;
Finally, the tradition means that a Onanya never sings ballads or popular songs that have no connection to the Sacred Amazonian ceremonies and are disrespectful to the spirit of Ayahuasca itself.
To navigate ceremonies, an Onanya uses special songs, called "Ikaros" in the mestizo tradition and "Bewa" in the Shipibo tradition. These songs are received directly from spirits during a very strict process of self-isolation in the jungle, which lasts for months or years, in conjunction with Master-Plants.
Ikaros, along with his pipe and Agua de Florida (flower water), are the Onanya's tools for guiding and protecting people.
All these rules are the result of thousands of years of experience. They are dedicated to ensuring your safety, transformation, and unforgettable experience.
Learn more by watching our shamans's interviews.
These rules result from thousands of years of practical experience of generations of amazonian curanderos who worked with Ayahuasca to heal people.
All these rules are in place to make your experience as safe and beneficial as possible.
Unfortunately, we know many examples when people drink sacred brew in an inappropriate environment breaking all traditional rules with people who are not curanderos but "Ayahuasca dealers."
To our deep regret, we are receiving lots of emails from people who participated in these sessions and now try to find a way to overcome that traumatic experience.
To avoid such scenarios, APL invites Peruvian curanderos to guide you through ceremonies that must be hosted in a specific traditional way to ensure your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
All these rules are in place to make your experience as safe and beneficial as possible.
Unfortunately, we know many examples when people drink sacred brew in an inappropriate environment breaking all traditional rules with people who are not curanderos but "Ayahuasca dealers."
To our deep regret, we are receiving lots of emails from people who participated in these sessions and now try to find a way to overcome that traumatic experience.
To avoid such scenarios, APL invites Peruvian curanderos to guide you through ceremonies that must be hosted in a specific traditional way to ensure your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
On our retreats, you can be sure that all our brew comes directly from Peruvian selva (jungles) and is prepared under our Onanya's supervision. We always use Ayahuasca cooked by ourselves, strictly following the traditional recipe.
Personal connection is one of our rules for the retreat. We never separate the Onanya from the group.
If you speak Spanish, you can freely talk with your shaman during his free time.
If you don't speak Spanish, you will have a few private talks during your stay with the help of our professional translator.
If you speak Spanish, you can freely talk with your shaman during his free time.
If you don't speak Spanish, you will have a few private talks during your stay with the help of our professional translator.
Preparation
Process
Process
Participation in ceremonies with Ayahuasca requires a specific preparation process that ensures the safety of your participation.
Please visit this page to learn about obligatory pre-retreat dieting (click).
We always advise consulting your doctor on any dietary or medical treatment changes.
Please visit this page to learn about obligatory pre-retreat dieting (click).
We always advise consulting your doctor on any dietary or medical treatment changes.
Ayahuasca ceremonies involve ingesting a powerful psychoactive brew that can have profound physical, mental, and emotional effects. As such, it is not recommended for everyone, especially those with certain health conditions. The following is a more detailed list of health conditions that may contradict with participation in Ayahuasca ceremonies:
It is important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and each individual's health history will be carefully reviewed by our team prior to participation in Ayahuasca ceremonies. We prioritize the safety and well-being of all participants and reserve the right to deny participation if it is deemed unsafe or potentially harmful.
- Psychotic disorders: Individuals with a history of psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, may be at increased risk for a recurrence of symptoms, as the psychoactive compounds in Ayahuasca can trigger or exacerbate these conditions.
- Severe personality disorders or dissociative disorders: Those with severe personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder or dissociative disorders, may be at risk for worsening of symptoms or complications during an Ayahuasca ceremony.
- Current use of certain prescription medications: Ayahuasca should not be taken with certain medications, including but not limited to antidepressants, antipsychotics, or other psychoactive medications, as these may interact with the psychoactive compounds in the brew and lead to potentially dangerous complications.
- Current or recent use of recreational drugs: The use of recreational drugs in the weeks leading up to an Ayahuasca ceremony can be dangerous and may interfere with the experience. Participants are advised to abstain from recreational drug use for several weeks prior to the ceremony.
- History of heart or circulatory issues: Individuals with a history of heart disease, stroke, or other cardiovascular issues should exercise caution when considering Ayahuasca ceremonies, as the brew can increase heart rate and blood pressure.
- History of seizures or epilepsy: Ayahuasca ceremonies may increase the risk of seizures or trigger epileptic episodes, so individuals with a history of these conditions should exercise caution when considering participation.
- Liver disease or compromised liver function: Ayahuasca contains substances that are metabolized by the liver, so individuals with liver disease or compromised liver function may be at increased risk for complications during an Ayahuasca ceremony.
- Organ removal or transplantation procedures: Individuals who have undergone organ removal or transplantation should approach Ayahuasca ceremonies with great caution. The substances in Ayahuasca are processed by the body's detoxification systems. Compromised function or altered physiology due to organ removal or transplantation could affect the metabolism of the brew's components, potentially leading to increased risk of complications or adverse reactions during an Ayahuasca ceremony.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding: Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should not participate in Ayahuasca ceremonies due to potential risks to the developing fetus or infant.
- Certain medical conditions: Ayahuasca should not be used by individuals with certain medical conditions, such as a history of brain injury or neurological conditions, kidney disease, or serious mental health conditions. Additionally, individuals with a weakened immune system, such as those with HIV or other immune-related conditions, may be at increased risk for complications during the ceremony.
- Use of certain supplements: Certain supplements and herbs can interact with the compounds in Ayahuasca, leading to potentially dangerous side effects. Participants are advised to consult with our team before taking any supplements or herbs in the weeks leading up to the ceremony.
- Age: Ayahuasca ceremonies may not be recommended for individuals under the age of 21, as their brains are still developing and may be more vulnerable to the psychoactive effects of the brew.
It is important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and each individual's health history will be carefully reviewed by our team prior to participation in Ayahuasca ceremonies. We prioritize the safety and well-being of all participants and reserve the right to deny participation if it is deemed unsafe or potentially harmful.
For us, it is vital to ensure you have prepared for the experience correctly.
After your booking, we will ask you to complete our participant questionnaire, which our team will review. It will allow us to ensure the safety of your experience.
Once your participation is confirmed, you will join our group chat, where you can contact our facilitators and therapists to ask questions.
When retreat ends, our group chats become a place for support and integration under the guidance of your retreat therapist and facilitators.
Suppose you are willing to make the maximum of your post-integration. In that case, you can also book sessions with our Ayahuasca integration specialist and ensure you implement the new knowledge into your everyday life.
After your booking, we will ask you to complete our participant questionnaire, which our team will review. It will allow us to ensure the safety of your experience.
Once your participation is confirmed, you will join our group chat, where you can contact our facilitators and therapists to ask questions.
When retreat ends, our group chats become a place for support and integration under the guidance of your retreat therapist and facilitators.
Suppose you are willing to make the maximum of your post-integration. In that case, you can also book sessions with our Ayahuasca integration specialist and ensure you implement the new knowledge into your everyday life.
We advise you to obtain regular travel insurance that covers 30 000$ spends. In our experience, none of our guests used it, but it's always better for you to have one.
Booking
Process
Process
First, you must decide which retreat program works best for you. If you have any doubts, you can always consult with our team via e-mail.
After choosing the program, you should register and place a deposit. It will ensure that your place is secured. You can make your first secure payment online following the booking process. Then you will receive a confirmation letter with your next steps.
Please be aware that your participation is finally confirmed after our team accepts the participant questionnaire you must complete upon booking. Do not make any travel arrangements before receiving confirmation of your participation.
After choosing the program, you should register and place a deposit. It will ensure that your place is secured. You can make your first secure payment online following the booking process. Then you will receive a confirmation letter with your next steps.
Please be aware that your participation is finally confirmed after our team accepts the participant questionnaire you must complete upon booking. Do not make any travel arrangements before receiving confirmation of your participation.
We ask you to pay the remaining amount 14 days before your arrival as a confirmation of your participation.
If one must cancel their reservation, we will not refund your deposit, except for known medical issues identified during the intake screening process, which are deemed unsafe to combine with the ayahuasca ceremonies. If one cancels their registration, their deposit can be transferred to another person or a future date. If one wishes to reschedule to a different date and has given us a notice, the guest will be allowed to transfer their deposit to another retreat in the following ways:
4+ weeks' notice – 100% of the deposit transferable
3 – 4 weeks' notice – 80% of the deposit transferable
2 – 3 weeks' notice - 60% of the deposit transferable
1–14 days – 0% of deposit transferable
If you cannot come to the center, you may transfer your deposit to someone else (friend, family member, etc.) with the appropriate 2 weeks' notice given at no additional cost.
One cannot use their deposit to pay off another guest's balance.
Your deposit is available if you reschedule for any retreat within one year of your cancellation. You can reschedule for any dates you wish in the future, but your credit will expire if you do not let us know which dates you would like within one year of canceling. The exception is retreats, which APL canceled due to the 2020 novel coronavirus. These deposits are good for life.
4+ weeks' notice – 100% of the deposit transferable
3 – 4 weeks' notice – 80% of the deposit transferable
2 – 3 weeks' notice - 60% of the deposit transferable
1–14 days – 0% of deposit transferable
If you cannot come to the center, you may transfer your deposit to someone else (friend, family member, etc.) with the appropriate 2 weeks' notice given at no additional cost.
One cannot use their deposit to pay off another guest's balance.
Your deposit is available if you reschedule for any retreat within one year of your cancellation. You can reschedule for any dates you wish in the future, but your credit will expire if you do not let us know which dates you would like within one year of canceling. The exception is retreats, which APL canceled due to the 2020 novel coronavirus. These deposits are good for life.
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