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Aya Healing Retreats hosts transformative sacred plant medicine retreats in the spiritual homeland of the Shipibo people near the small port city of Pucallpa in the Peruvian Amazon. Our healing work is grounded in the sacred traditions of the indigenous Shipibo people and is facilitated by highly respected female and male curanderos who have been apprenticed in shamanism from a young age. We offer intimate 12 day retreats in the Amazon rainforest which are held at the breathtakingly beautiful Sui Sui Centre on Lake Cashibocacha. Our retreats invite participants to let go of limiting beliefs and buried wounding and to experience profound spiritual, emotional and physical healing and detoxification. Our small group sizes ensure that each guest receives the attention and care necessary for them to experience deep healing. Aya Healing Retreats recognises that indigenous wisdom offers a powerful, unique and holistic path to healing that is absent from the Western medical paradigm. We use Ayahuasca and various Master Plants, alongside massage, vapour and plant baths, workshops and post- retreat integration support to create a life-changing and traditional experience for our guests. Our MISSION is to:

-Facilitate profound spiritual, emotional and physical healing through sacred plant medicine.

-Provide expert education in shamanism and sacred plant medicine informed by the Shipibo tradition.

-Empower our guests to connect deeply with their intuition and to build a life-long relationship with the spiritual realms.

-Bridge the gap between indigenous Peruvian Shamanism and Western culture.

-Provide an exclusive once in a life-time experience deep within the heart of the Amazon rainforest. We are committed to using our newfound healing to effect positive change in the world. Aya Healing Retreats donates 10% of our profits to support the work of two remarkable NGO’s; Art to Healing and Alianza Arkana. To learn more about sacred plant medicine and our life-changing retreats please visit our website.

17/08/2025

If you’re ready to embark on this journey of self-discovery, there are still spots available for our exclusive women’s retreat from October 1 to 14.

Secure your spot today!
https://ayahealingretreats.com/event/womens-retreat-empowering-the-divine-feminine-october-1-14-2025/

Retreats designed for women incorporating sacred plants offer a unique opportunity to work through deep traumas in a supportive, community-driven environment.

These plants, used for centuries in ancestral traditions, are known for facilitating processes of introspection, emotional release, and reconnection with the body, particularly the womb as a center of power and creation.

What Are Sacred Plants?

Sacred plants are species used in traditional ceremonies to induce states of consciousness that promote deep reflection and emotional healing. In many cultures, it’s believed that the womb holds emotional memories, and these plants are used to release burdens and restore balance.

So, What Does Science Say?

Research has begun to uncover the therapeutic potential of these plants, particularly in mental health, though studies focusing specifically on women’s traumas remain limited.

A study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry (2018) by Palhano-Fontes et al., titled “Rapid antidepressant effects of a psychedelic in treatment-resistant depression,” found that certain plants can significantly reduce depression symptoms, a condition often linked to traumas like abuse or loss, which disproportionately affect women.

A retreat with sacred plants is a powerful invitation to heal deep wounds, reconnect with your essence, and awaken your inner strength in a space filled with support and connection.

16/08/2025

🌿 You can explore all 2026 dates here: https://ayahealingretreats.com/booking-ayahuasca-retreats/

We’re happy to share a long-awaited announcement:
The official dates for our 2026 retreats are now live 🥳

Joining a retreat of this nature requires preparing yourself on every level: physically, emotionally, and spiritually, so you can step into the experience with intention and readiness.

At AYA Healing Retreats, every program includes a comprehensive preparation and integration process, carefully designed to guide you through every stage of the experience.

Before your retreat, you’ll receive personalized guidance through a private preparation session, where we’ll explore key practices, safety considerations, and somatic tools to help you enter the space with clarity and confidence.

After your retreat, the journey continues. You’ll be invited to a one-on-one integration session to help you ground the insights received and embody them in your daily life.

Through a trauma-informed, body-centered approach, we support lasting, meaningful transformation beyond the retreat itself.

05/06/2025

In recent years, retreats with master plants like Ayahuasca have evolved from lesser-known experiences into a rising trend within wellness tourism.

Between 2020 and 2023 alone, the number of psychedelic retreat centers worldwide grew from 64 to over 360.

But this rapid growth hasn’t come without challenges:
🚫 Social media educational content about sacred plants is increasingly limited
📉 Ethical, culturally grounded centers lose visibility and the ability to offer essential preparation and integration
📈 Meanwhile, new business models often prioritize luxury over authenticity, safety, and ancestral roots.

💡 Which destinations are leading this movement? What are people truly seeking in these journeys? What role do Indigenous traditions play in this expanding landscape? And how can we grow without losing the essence of these sacred practices?

📖 In this article, examines the forces shaping this global movement and the questions it raises.

Read the full article here:
https://ayahealingretreats.com/spiritual-healing-travel-a-growing-global-movement

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Next Retreat: https://ayahealingretreats.com/event/ayahuasca-retreat-iquitos-peru-july-15-25-2025/

29/04/2025

Precious moments with our soul family in the heart of the jungle 🌿💚
26 days of deep prayer, plant wisdom, laughter, silence, healing, and pure presence.

We are deeply grateful for the medicine, guidance, and love that supported us. Captured in its sacred beauty, this was Shamanic Initiation.

📅 Next journey: June 11 – July 9, 2025
🎟️ Advance Pass available until May 2

✨ Feeling the call?

Comment "SHAMANIC," and we'll send you all the details to join this incredible journey!
These are the final days to access the special rate; don't miss it.

Or apply here: https://ayahealingretreats.com/event/shamanic-initiation-peru-june-11-july-6-2025/

21/04/2025

There's something we don't talk about enough when we speak of femininity, feminine energy, or the womb:

Sometimes, we can't connect with it because our body learns to protect itself by disconnecting. Freezing is a survival response.

When we couldn't escape or defend ourselves, our nervous system turned everything down to keep us safe.

This "freeze mode" can show up in many ways:
– Numbness or disconnection from pleasure
– Not knowing what you need
– Struggling to trust other women
– Feeling detached from your body
– Losing connection to your womb or your sexuality

But freezing isn't permanent. Your body can come back. When held in the right space, it can feel again with safety, love, and patience.

🪷 How do we work with this using plant medicine?
In our retreats, medicine is offered with great care, always considering each woman's story and needs.

There's no pressure to open up, no push toward intense experiences.
Every process is honored with deep respect, one-on-one support, and a safe and attuned environment.

✨ Some women reconnect with their wombs for the first time in years.
✨ Others release emotions that never had a voice without needing to explain.
✨ Some finally find rest, and that alone is healing.

If this resonates with you, it's time to come home to yourself.
We invite you to join our upcoming Women's Retreat in the Amazon.
A sacred, intimate space held by women who've walked this path and know how to support you.

🗓 May 19 – June 1, 2025
📍 Peruvian Amazon

Led by women, rooted in ethics, medicine, and compassionate care.
👇 Comment "WOMAN" for more information.

13/03/2025

✨ COMMENT "ICARO" JOIN THE WAITLIST FOR OUR ÍCAROS COURSE: THE SACRED SONGS OF THE SHIPIBO-KONIBO TRADITION ✨

https://ayahealingretreats.com/icaros-online-course-shipibo/

For the first time, respected Shipibo maestro Don Miguel and specialized Peruvian educator Macarena Arias offer an online course where you'll learn the authentic Icaros, the sacred healing songs of the Shipibo-Konibo tradition.

🔥 What you'll learn:

✨ 7 authentic icaros, taught step-by-step by Don Miguel and Macarena.
✨ How icaros function in Aya/uasca ceremonies and shamanic diets.
✨ The connection between icaros and Kené designs, central elements in Shipibo science.
✨ Techniques to manage and support your experiences during spiritual practices and meditations.

📖 Course Benefits:
🔹 Lifetime Access: Study at your own pace from anywhere worldwide.
🔹 Exclusive Content: Learn authentic songs with clear, detailed explanations.
🔹 Global Community: Connect with students and practitioners worldwide.
🔹 Bonus Materials: Downloadable PDFs, audio tracks, and practical exercises to deepen your learning.

📩 Comment "ICARO," and we'll send you more information!

🌱 This course is perfect for:
✔ Therapists, musicians, ceremony facilitators, and conscious leaders.
✔ Those looking to integrate Ícaros into their personal and professional lives.
✔ Anyone interested in deepening their understanding of ancestral medicine.

🔗 Join our waitlist today to secure special early enrollment pricing.
📍 https://ayahealingretreats.com/icaros-online-course-shipibo/

25/01/2025

Celebrating 8 Years of AYA Healing Retreats 💚

Over the past eight years, we’ve welcomed people from around the globe seeking healing, growth, and self-discovery to the heart of the Amazon. Every individual who has joined us maestros, facilitators, families, and travelers has played a vital role in shaping our journey.

Your trust and openness have allowed us to share ancestral wisdom with care and reverence.

We’ve learned side by side, building a community that values compassion, respect for nature, and the power of genuine human connection. As we look ahead, we remain committed to honoring the traditions that guide us, and we look forward to every new story and milestone we’ll experience together.

Thank you for being part of our first eight years and for everything we’ll continue to create in the years to come ✨💚

18/01/2025

🎙 We’re going LIVE ! Unlock the Power of Your Voice!
Join us for an inspiring Instagram Live this January 23, when we’ll discuss how the Voice of Light Retreat can help you transform your voice into a tool for healing and authentic expression.

✨ What You’ll Discover in This LIVE:
- How the sacred energy of Noya Rao enhances vocal practices and deepens your connection to yourself.
- Insights into the unique experiences awaiting you at the Voice of Light Retreat this February.
- How Jennifer, our newest facilitator and Soul Song Guide, will support you in unlocking the transformative power of your voice.

About Jennifer
Jennifer is joining our team for the first time as the Soul Song Guide for this retreat. With years of experience in vocal empowerment and a deep connection to indigenous traditions, she creates safe spaces for participants to explore and reclaim their authentic voices.

💬 Have Questions? Post them in the comments or send us a DM! Jennifer will answer live and share how the retreat can help you rediscover
the power of your voice.

📅 Date: January 23
⏰ Time:
PST (Pacific Standard Time): 8:00 a.m.
EST (Eastern Standard Time): 11:00 a.m.
LDN (London, Reino Unido): 4:00 p.m.
CEST (Central European Summer Time, Europa Central): 5:00 p.m.

🔔 Turn on your notifications so you don’t miss this live session and the chance to connect with Jennifer.

Let’s make 2025 the year of transformation, healing, and self-expression! 🌿

16/01/2025

In the sacred ceremonies guided by many cultures, every tool carries the wisdom of ancestral traditions, serving as a bridge between the physical and spiritual worlds. These elements are not mere objects; they hold centuries of teachings and are carefully used by skilled practitioners to protect, support, and guide the journey of those who step into this sacred space.

Here’s how each element weaves into the ceremony, honoring its Amazonian roots:

✨Florida Water
A preparation tool deeply rooted in ritual cleansing. Florida Water clears the energy, inviting balance and intention before and during the ceremony. Its role is to harmonize the space, allowing participants to ground themselves and feel open to what the plants wish to reveal.

🚬 Mapacho (Sacred To***co)
Mapacho, a sacred medicine, is used to protect and align energies within the ceremonial space. Its smoke carries prayers, clears obstacles, and invites connection with the spirit of the plants. Beyond protection, it fosters focus and grounding for those navigating their inner worlds.

🕯 Candles
The light of candles, a humble yet profound presence, reflects the clarity and guidance sought during ceremonies. Their warm glow not only illuminates the physical space but also reminds participants of their own inner light, creating a sense of safety and connection in moments of deep reflection.

💨 Palo Santo
Used in many Amazonian and Andean traditions, Palo Santo is a sacred ally for purification. Its fragrant smoke is often used before ceremonies, helping to calm the mind and cleanse the body, creating a welcoming space for healing and insight.

🍃Chacruna Leaves (Psychotria viridis)
Chacruna is one of the sacred plants central to Amazonian ceremonies, often referred to as a guide for the spirit. Its role is to gently open pathways of perception, allowing participants to access layers of introspection and connection that may otherwise remain unseen.

🌸 Your Master Plant
Master plants are much more than medicine—they are teachers. Working with them requires deep respect and humility. These plants are said to communicate through dreams, visions, and emotions, offering not only healing but also profound lessons on how to live in harmony with oneself and the natural world. Keeping its leaves close reminds us to honor its presence and teachings throughout the journey.

What tools or traditions have supported you in your ceremonies? How have they helped you find harmony and connection on your path?

13/01/2025

Kené is not just preserved; it evolves. This ancient art has been passed down through generations as a testament to the Shipibo-Konibo people's ability to adapt without losing their essence. While the patterns that adorn their fabrics, ceramics, and bodies are deeply rooted in ancestral practices, the way younger generations embrace them today shows how the lineage of Kené intertwines with an ever-changing world.

✨ Learning to create Kené today is not merely about inheriting a legacy; it also means becoming part of a global community that values this art as a symbol of identity. Younger generations not only master traditional techniques but also find ways to integrate Kené into modern platforms such as fashion, graphic design, and technology. This is not a departure from the past but an expansion of its message.

As Kené crosses borders, it also risks losing its original essence if not carefully safeguarded. Shipibo-Konibo communities are working to balance maintaining their cultural identity and sharing their art with the world.

The key question for those who engage with Kené from outside the community is how to interact with this art without imposing our narratives.

🌏 The lineage of Kené is not merely a legacy of the past but a bridge to the future. The women who carry it forward are both guardians and innovators and in their hands lies the power to keep this art alive while reimagining its place in the world.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to .renshinjabe for sharing their wisdom and allowing us to honor and learn more about the richness of Shipibo-Konibo culture. These images and teachings are a testament to the beauty and resilience of this sacred tradition. Thank you for keeping this legacy alive and inspiring us all 💗

11/01/2025

Are you ready to start 2025 with practices that nourish your mind, body, and energy? ✨

In this carousel, you’ll discover everything from plant-infused baths and ancestral chants to the power of sacred plants. Learn how to turn everyday actions into rituals and deepen your connection with nature’s wisdom.

✍ Got your shamanic journal ready?

Take note of these extra tips we’ve included at the end:

💫 Integrate your essence: Personalize each practice with your favorite scents or mantras. That way, every cleansing or energetic bath becomes uniquely yours.

🌿 Try different combinations: Experiment with local herbs and create blends that cater to your needs—whether you seek relaxation, focus, or renewal.

🧘‍♀️ Maintain balance: These routines work best alongside adequate rest, mindful eating, and ongoing self-care.

May the plants and the energy of this new cycle accompany you every step of the way 💚

In the comments, share your favorite practices or activities for connecting with your master plant 👇

31/12/2024

As we close the chapter of 2024, our hearts overflow with gratitude.

To our cherished AYA Healing Retreats family, the maestros, facilitators, helpers, and every member of our team who pours their heart and soul into this work — thank you. You are the foundation that allows us to hold this sacred space year after year.

To every participant who joined us on this journey in 2024, whether it was your first time or your return to this path — thank you. Thank you for your trust, your courage, and your willingness to step into transformation. Your presence has been a gift, and your openness has enriched our collective experience in ways words cannot fully express. ❤

This year, we shared moments that will stay with us forever, ceremonies filled with healing, circles brimming with connection, and lessons that have touched the deepest parts of our beings. We created a community rooted in love, growth, and unity.

Thank you for being part of this family. From the bottom of our hearts, we wish you and your loved ones healing, love, and boundless blessings in 2025.

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