People think of Peru as the centre of traditional Ayahuasca rituals. The people who live in the Amazon jungle have used Ayahuasca for hundreds of years as a sacred plant medicine to heal, awaken their spirituality, and connect with nature. Today, people come to Peru from all over the world looking for real, life-changing retreat.
At Willka Pacha Experience, we lead people on safe, spiritually-based retreats that honour old customs while also helping people heal and grow in the present.
Here is everything you need to know about an Ayahuasca retreat in Peru before you book your flight and leave for this deep inner trip.
What is Ayahuasca?
They are Banisteriopsis caapi Vine and Psychotria Viridis Leaf. Together they make Ayahuasca, which is a strong plant medicine. When mixed together, they make a strong psychoactive substance. In traditional events led by trained shamans, this sacred drink is used to cure people physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Vision, deep emotional liberation, insight and feeling of being associated with the world are some of the effects that can be. But it’s not a drug for fun; it’s a holy and sometimes difficult experience.
Why to choose Ayahuasca retreat?
There are lots of reasons why people go to this retreats, such as:
- Getting over mental or traumatic pain from the past
- Getting over addiction, sadness, or anxiety
- Finding moral direction or a reason to live
- Letting go of ideas or patterns that hold you back
- More self -awareness and security
Each person’s journey is unique, but most people who participate, they feel light, clear and associated with the world around them and themselves.
Choosing the Right Retreat Center in Peru
A vacation is not the same for everyone. If you want to feel safe, go deep, and heal, the right getaway can make all the difference. Look for these things in a retreat:
- Shamans who are real and have been trained in ancient healing methods
- Rules for safety, such as medical exams and emergency care
- Size of the group, smaller groups often give more one-on-one help
- Help with integration to help you think about what happened
- Some getaways are in the middle of the jungle, while others are in the mountains.
We put your safety, comfort, and growth first at Willka Pacha Experience. Our retreats are led by well-known shamans and include preparation for the ceremony, integration after the rite, and a deep respect for the medicine.
Getting Ready for the Experience
For a safe and useful retreat, it’s important to plan ahead. Before you drink Ayahuasca, you should do these important things:
1. Stick to the Diet (Ayahuasca Diet)
At least one to two weeks before the wedding, most retreats ask you to stick to a certain diet. In most cases, this includes:
- Don’t eat pork, red meat, or heavy cheese.
- There is no drink or drugs for fun.
- No prepared foods or too much sugar
- Not enough spices and salt
- Not sexual behaviour or too much stimulation
This diet helps your body get clean, your mind feel calm, and your relationship with the medicine gets stronger.
2. Getting ready mentally and emotionally
It is said that Ayahuasca Retreat in Peru can give deep feelings and memories that are hidden. You may feel more grounded and open before treatment by writing in a magazine, meditating, breathing or treatment.
3. Know the risks to your health
Ayahuasca should not be taken by people who have heart problems, mental illnesses (like schizophrenia), or who are on antidepressants (SSRIs or MAOIs). Talk to the people planning your retreat about your health background at all times.
What to Look Forward to During the Service?
Most Ayahuasca rituals happen at night in a sacred, safe place. A trained shaman leads the ceremony, and old songs, called icaros, help the trip.
What you might feel is:
- Having strong ideas or images
- Physical cleaning (such as throwing or diarrhea) is seen as a way to get rid of toxins.
- Emotional liberation, such as crying, laughter or strong feelings
- Spiritual consciousness
It lasts between 4 and 6 hours. Not all trips are good; Some can be difficult or misleading. But it’s often in these times that we heal the most deeply.
After the Ceremony – Integration Key
That which takes place following the ceremony is just as important as the event itself. Integration is how you make sense of your trip and use what you’ve learnt in your everyday life.
This could mean:
- Writing down your story
- Getting help from a doctor or integration coach
- Keeping in touch with nature and doing mindful things
- Making changes to your life based on what you’ve learnt
Willka Pacha Experience offers caring integration support to make sure you get the most out of your getaway.
How to Have a Safe and Meaningful Getaway
- Before you pick a retreat centre, do some study.
- Tell the truth about your health background.
- Eat right and do the right things to get your mind and body ready.
- Make your plans clear, but don’t hold yourself to them.
- Honour the custom, the place, and the method.
- Stay rooted and ready for anything that comes up.
FAQs
Q1. Can people in Peru use Ayahuasca?
Ayahuasca Retreat in Peru is allowed and is preserved as part of the country’s spiritual and cultural history.
Q2. Will I see things all the time?
There are people who don’t have strong eye experiences. Ayahuasca has different effects on different people. For some, it can cure emotions, change the way your body feels, or give you a deep insight.
Q3. Is it safe to use Ayahuasca?
Ayahuasca is usually safe to use until it is done with trained shamans and after receiving the correct medical examination. But this can be dangerous for those who are sick or taking some medication.
Q4. What kind of rituals are there at a retreat?
During a week, most retreats have between two and four rituals.
Q5. Do I know Spanish?
No way. Many retreat centers, such as Willka Pacha Experience, are leaders and translator who know English.
Q6. What should I bring to get together?
When packing, you should bring comfortable fabric, bug spray, a flashlight, a magazine, a water bottle and an open mind.
Conclusion
We at Willka Pacha Experience offer traditional Ayahuasca Retreat in Peru that are based on old Amazonian ways of healing. Our goal is to help you fix your true self, grow and open your true self by focusing a strong place to live, a safe place to live, a safe place to live and a strong focus on integration.
If you are new to Ayahuska or come back for more work, we welcome you with open hearts and care.