The Putumayo is not just a destination.
It is a territory of medicine.
A land where the jungle speaks through water, plants, songs, silence and the ancestral memory of the people who have guarded this knowledge for generations.
This retreat was born as an invitation to enter into the profound relationship with the Amazonian territory, with the Yagé medicine (the name given there to Ayahuasca) and with a way of understanding life where nature is not a stage, but a living teacher.
Throughout 11 days, We will walk through a carefully designed process of opening the body, clearing the energy field, listening to the heart and allowing the medicine to reveal what needs to be seen, understood or released.
This is not a tourist experience or a superficial search for intensity.
It is a path of respect.
A journey to the root.
A deep listening to the forest, to medicine and to oneself.
Putumayo is a gateway to the Colombian Amazon.
A territory of water, mountains, jungle, medicinal plants and ancestral memory. Here nature is not perceived as something external, but as a living presence that accompanies, teaches and transforms.
Every sound of the forest, every river, every path and every ceremony reminds us that the healing process does not occur separately from the land, but in communion with it.
The encounter with indigenous communities allows us to approach a more communitarian and ancestral dimension of the medicine, understanding that Ayahuasca does not belong to an individualistic experience, but to a shared memory.
The presence of the community reminds us of the importance of respect, reciprocity and humility in approaching these medicines.
Here we are not going to consume a tradition.
Let us listen to it, honour it and learn to relate to it.
Throughout the retreat we will visit different natural spaces in Putumayo: waterfalls, rivers, jungle trails and places of great beauty and energetic force that allow us to integrate the ceremonial process through the body, water and direct contact with nature. After the medicine nights, walking in the jungle, bathing in living waters or contemplating the power of a waterfall can become a profound form of cleansing, rest and understanding.
Click on each button for a detailed description of each experience.
Travelling to the heart of Putumayo is not the same as attending a conventional retreat.
The jungle has its own rhythms, its own codes and its own intensity. That is why this experience has been designed so that you can get in touch with the depths of the Amazonian territory without having to face the logistical, cultural and practical complexity of getting there on your own.
Our purpose is to bridge the gap between the wild and ancestral experience of the jungle and the real needs of a western person who wishes to live this path with safety, clarity and accompaniment.
Throughout the process, we will provide support in the prior preparation, the arrival in the territory, internal displacements, communication, translation when necessary and the relationship with the people, spaces and communities that will be part of the retreat.
This allows each participant to give themselves more fully to the experience, knowing that there is a careful structure underpinning the journey.
It is not about taming the jungle or softening its mystery.
It is about being able to approach it with respect, responsibility and prepared logistics.
The retreat combines direct knowledge of the territory, the link with local people and communities, the therapeutic and integrative accompaniment of Amorawa, and constant attention to the physical, emotional and spiritual safety of each participant.
The Amazon can be intense, powerful and deeply transformative.
That's why entering it with proper guidance makes a big difference.
You don't just come here to travel.
You come to be accompanied on a threshold.
Arrival in the territory and accommodation
Reception and presentation of the group
Retirement guidance, care and recommendations
Morning Kambo Ritual (physical and energetic cleansing)
Preparation and cooking of the medicine with the Taita
Yagé ceremony with Taita Manuel
Morning of rest and integration
Teaching about medicinal plants and their traditional use
Mambeadero with the Taita
Ritual of Yagé planting (act of reciprocity with the medicine).
Yagé ceremony with Taita Manuel
Kambo Ritual in the morning
Excursion to the Cascada del Fin del Mundo (Waterfall at the End of the World)
Conscious bathing and connection with water
Visit to the natural site “El Salto del Indio”.”
Time for contemplation and connection to the sacred place
Yagé ceremony in indigenous community
Day with no scheduled activities
Space to integrate, to write, to rest or to be in nature
Kambo Ritual in the morning
Visit to CEA (Centro de Experimentación Amazonico / conservation area)
Yagé ceremony with Taita Manuel
Mambeadero with the Taita
Space for questions, integration and sharing
Visit to Mocoa (capital of Putumayo)
Time for conscious shopping, handicrafts and local medicine
Walk through the village
Closing circle
Thanks to the Taita, the territory and the group.
Departure and return
Visits to waterfalls and other trips outside the retreat area may be subject to weather conditions. In the event that they cannot be carried out on one day, the programme may be modified and replaced by another activity or postponed for another day.
Throughout this process you are fully accompanied, sustained and supported by the person leading the ceremony, like a father accompanying his child, or a mother holding and nurturing her little one as she wanders on the journey within, taking giant steps towards a shift in consciousness.
Belén
Amorawa inspires me and accompanies me in the transit from the circumference of my existence towards the pulsating life that flows in gushes from the most sacred centre of my being, towards that space where all beings beat in a single heart of light and love, blessed and sheltered in the infinite love of our Mother Earth.
John
My experience with ayahuasca was a before and after. I arrived at the retreat with my self-esteem as one might say from the
floors. And at the end I felt something that every person should be able to experience, because it cannot be explained in words.
I encourage everyone to experience it because it gives a lot of energy and peace.
Rachel
During the retreat we will stay in simple spaces connected to nature, chosen to accompany the process of medicine, rest and integration.
We are not looking for a luxury experience disconnected from the territory, but rather a space that is well cared for, comfortable and coherent with the spirit of the retreat: closeness to the forest, simplicity, presence and connection with natural life.
Accommodation will be shared, also favouring the coexistence of the group and the sense of community that will be woven during the days of the process.
After the ceremonies and activities in nature, rest will be a fundamental part of the journey. For this reason, we will take care of the rhythms, the pause times and the spaces for integration.
We are a team of experienced professionals with long experience in working with master plants. Trained in various disciplines of consciousness, spirituality, nutrition, music, and different areas that allow us to offer a holistic approach in which we accompany from the heart and knowledge following three premises: awareness, love and responsibility.
We have specialised medical advice and first aid training certified by the Red Cross. We take care of the health of the people who come to us.
The final value of the retreat (corresponding to the last call) reflects the real cost of sustaining an experience of this depth in the Amazonian territory: the logistics in the jungle, the accompaniment, the ceremonies, the internal displacements, the work with communities and the human care necessary to sustain such a process in a responsible way.
However, we have decided to open a first stage of registration at a reduced rate for those who feel the call from the beginning and wish to help us manifest this retreat with confidence, commitment and clarity.
The first bookings allow us to begin to support the logistics, coordinate the territory, prepare the spaces and give shape to this experience with greater stability and presence.
In a way, those who respond early to the call also become part of the creation of the road.
Therefore, the retreat will go through different stages of registration as the group is formed and the journey takes shape.
A personal interview is necessary in order to get to know us, assess your situation, and be able to inform you personally about everything.
For this reason, we ask you to provide your details only if you feel a genuine interest.. As soon as we receive your message, we will write you by whatsapp or email to schedule a call.
Thank you very much for your interest! We hope to meet you soon!
In case of cancellation by the organisers of the retreat, the participant may choose to request a refund of the reservation, or to be saved for a future retreat in that city or another city (no time limit).
In case of cancellation by the participant, reservations will not be refunded. However, they can be passed on to a friend or family member to attend in their place.
Is it necessary to follow a diet beforehand?
Yes, it is common and widely recommended to follow a diet at least 3-4 days before taking ayahuasca.
The diet aims to prepare the body and mind for the ayahuasca experience, as this medicinal plant can interact with certain foods and medicines, and the diet can help to avoid complications or discomfort during the ceremony. In addition, the diet can facilitate a deeper connection to the medicine and the purification process.
Here is a general guide to the recommended diet and the foods that are not recommended before taking ayahuasca:
Recommended diet before ayahuasca:
Abstain from drugs and medicinesAvoid the use of psychoactive substances, such as alcohol, marijuana, recreational drugs and certain medications. If you are taking prescription medications, it is important to consult with a health professional about whether it is safe to temporarily discontinue their use.
Light foodsOpt for a light and simple diet to facilitate purification and avoid stomach upset. This includes fresh vegetables, fruits, light soups and whole grains.
Avoid processed foods and high-fat foods.Avoid processed, fried or high-fat foods, as they can hinder digestion and the experience during the ceremony.
Avoid stimulant foodsAvoid foods containing caffeine, such as coffee, tea and chocolate, as they can interfere with the ayahuasca process and affect the quality of the experience.
Avoid foods rich in tyramineTyramine is an amino acid found in certain foods that can interact with ayahuasca, potentially causing unwanted side effects. Examples are aged cheeses, sausages, red wine and fermented foods.
Avoid foods rich in tyryptophanTryptophan is an amino acid found in certain foods and can influence serotonin in the body. It is advisable to avoid foods rich in tryptophan before the ayahuasca ceremony. Examples are turkey, chicken, and dairy products.
The following are some of the most important contraindications for taking master plants:
Heart disease and high blood pressureThese remedies may have stimulating effects on the cardiovascular system, which could be risky for people with heart problems or high blood pressure.
Psychiatric disordersPeople who have a history of psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or severe anxiety and depressive disorders, should avoid using these plants, as they may exacerbate these disorders.
Use of medicines and drugsSome drugs can interact negatively with ayahuasca, especially those that affect the central nervous system or serotonin. It is also important to avoid taking other drugs before or during ayahuasca.
PregnancyPregnant women should avoid consumption due to possible unknown effects on the foetus.
BreastfeedingNot recommended for use during breast-feeding, as the active ingredients may pass into breast milk and affect the baby.
Monoamine oxidase inhibitor drugs (MAOIs)Ayahuasca contains components that can interact with MAOIs, a class of drugs used to treat depression and other disorders. Combining these plants with MAOIs can cause dangerous reactions.
In any case, people with serious or chronic health conditions, or other conditions, should consult us prior to withdrawal to assess their case.
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