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Brazil, Florianopolis
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8 hours
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amazon tour
Brazil, Acre
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Group of up to 7 people
Duration: 14 days
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Santo Daime
Brazil, Florianopolis
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Duration: from 1 day
bolivia tour
Bolivia, Charazani
Group of up to 10 people
Duration: 10 days
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Duration: 14 days
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mexican medicine
Mexico
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Group of up to 7 people
Duration: 12 days
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What is a retreat for?
A way to consider and put in place the elusive aspects of everyday life.
The opportunity to discover new sides of your own personality.
The opportunity to get answers to your most
important questions.
important questions.
The emergence of an understanding of the world and humanity
from a more global, different point of view.
from a more global, different point of view.
Revision of views on one's own life, specific situations, beliefs and frameworks.
The opportunity to learn new ways of perceiving the world.
The opportunity to merge with the guiding energies of life.
A conversation that helps to put thoughts and beliefs in order, in a harmonious way.
Fears
Depression
Psychological
trauma
trauma
Panic
attacks
attacks
Relationship problems
Bad
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habits
problems
that the retreat helps to solve
that the retreat helps to solve
Mental
disorders
disorders
People suffering from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other serious mental illnesses are not recommended to take ayahuasca.
Cardiovascular diseases
People with high blood pressure, heart failure or other serious cardiovascular problems are not recommended to take ayahuasca.
Physical
limitations
limitations
People with stomach problems, digestive system or other physical limitations should refrain from using ayahuasca.
Antidepressants
and imao
and imao
It is very important to stop taking antidepressants at least two weeks before the ceremony, as well as any medications or herbs that are monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
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ayawaska
RETREAT
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Ayahuasca is the name of a sacred drink that has been prepared in the Amazon jungle since ancient times. Their common element is the presence of the Ayahuasca vine (Banisteriopsis Caapi), which has the "power" of medicine, and another plant, "Chakrun" (Psychotria viridis). Both plants are combined during a long process of harvesting, preparation and cooking. The Indians believe that Ayahuasca is a drug that helps a person to leave the shackles of his body in order to see other worlds and communicate with the gods. Literally from the Quechua language, the name Ayahuasca is translated as "creeper of spirits" (aya — spirit, soul, huasca — creeper). For the curandero shamans ("shaman healers") of South America, "Mama Ayahuasca" is a great medicine that they practice even in the treatment of children.
The chemical components of these plants are harmine in the case of liana and dimethyltryptamine (DMT) in the case of the chakrun shrub. DMT is a very special substance that the traditionally rationalistic scientific community has called a "spiritual molecule". It is presented in many creatures on this planet, both in plants and in animals, including the human nervous system. That is, this "spiritual molecule" is endogenous, it exists inside everyone. It's function is associated with the processes of dreaming, visions, mystical experiences, death, birth, it also has regenerative functions in the body. It is worth noting that synthesized DMT is considered a prohibited substance, while the Ayahuasca drink is allowed in a number of countries, is considered a heritage of humanity and is protected by international law.
Interaction with Ayahuasca is safe for a healthy person who has prepared himself with a special diet. It is very important to suspend taking antidepressants in advance for two weeks, as well as any medications or herbs that are monoamine oxidase inhibitors, lists of these products can be found on the Internet. People who are unable to withstand severe shock, due to serious cardiac risk, or other serious cardiovascular problems, are advised to refrain from using Ayahuasca. People suffering from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or other serious mental illnesses are not recommended to use Ayahuasca. People with digestive system problems are advised to refrain from interacting with the drink.
How to prepare for the Ayahuasca ceremony? - It is important to abstain from alcohol, cocaine and any mind-altering substances for at least two weeks so that our systems are ready to receive the sacred medicine. To get a richer experience with Ayahuasca, you need to prepare yourself with a special diet at least 5 days before. We recommend a cleansing diet rich in fruits and vegetables and free of meat and dairy products, as well as refined foods (sugar, flour, rice) and strong seasonings... we recommend citrus fruits in the morning, legumes with a little seasoning and salads or brown rice, with vegetables at lunch and sweet fruits in the afternoon. On the day of the ceremony, the last meal at lunch will allow us to take Ayahuasca better. Avoid citrus fruits on the same day. As for sexual encounters, casual encounters should be avoided. It will be very useful for men to refrain from ejaculating at least 3 days before, and women will be able to work on themselves more purposefully if they do not place other energies in their womb at least 3 days before. Sexual practice related to the development of love and spirituality, free from ejaculation (for example, Taoism, Tantrism) with a beloved partner can be practiced. It is also good to practice spiritual disciplines in the previous days: yoga, prayer, sacred readings, devotion, service, etc. to adjust our consciousness to higher goals.
Our ritual consists of several parts. From the first moment of arrival and reception, where we will clear up doubts, get to know each other a little and arrange our road space. Then the shaman says the opening prayer and the first dose of medicine is consecrated after which we wait for the beginning of the action in the silence, meditation and prayer. After about half an hour, the first signs of the power of the plant begin to be felt in us, and then the songs begin which last from 4 to 6 hours. During this period a second dose of medication will be offered. If the call is not heard, you can request a little more when the person considers it appropriate. At the end of the songs we perform the ceremony of the Staff of the Word (Baston de la Palabra), where we share our experiences and what we need to express in sacred respect. After that the final prayers of the ceremony take place, and we share natural food and hugs with those who have accompanied us on this day.
It can be noted some common effects on the physical level after using Ayahuasca: dizziness and nausea, pressure in the stomach, which leads to vomiting, sometimes it can cause diarrhea, tremor of the body, a feeling of cold or heat, a feeling of physical interventions, including emotional manifestations: crying, laughing, the desire to dance, the desire to caress self, the desire to scream and other emotional manifestations. A good way to prevent physical cleansing from being too aggressive is to take care of the previous diet consciously . Among the mental effects of the consecration of this medicine can be called: a sense of confusion, fear, loss of control, sadness, peace, unity with nature, love, emotional liberation, forgiveness, reconciliation, lightness, relief. It is also common to have an internal conversation with the spirit of the plant, with one's conscience, with some spiritual being or with ancestors; a conversation that helps to put a person's thoughts and beliefs in order in a harmonious way, from a state of expanded consciousness. There are also very often visions, sometimes colorful patterns, especially at the beginning, which will be the first doors through which we will pass on our journey. Then, little by little, they begin to take forms that we can designate as our goal or some aspect of our life. The range of possible visions is endless, it will depend on many circumstances in order to survive them better, it is good to surrender to them with confidence and hope, while fear and resistance can significantly complicate the process. Women who are in the premenstrual phase or in the first days of the moon may have more intense experiences, take this into account when participating.
Emotionally, it is a journey that will embrace various emotional landscapes, sometimes forcing us to travel through our shadow worlds to purify and free ourselves, and sometimes through our higher worlds to connect with guiding energies, with life and love. We recommend that you focus on breathing during the experiment. Also, there is no need to violate the personal space of the other people present at the ceremony. The ceremony will be attended by an interpreter, as well as experienced assistants who have an extensive experience in accompanying such events. If you feel unwell that you can not cope with, there will be those who will be able to take care of you.
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Ceremony
Ayahuasca ceremony
- A spiritual experience that heals the soul and body.
- The exact dates of the ceremony in December are being agreed upon.
- Brazil. Florianopolis. North of the island. Offline.
Where will the ceremony take place:
- Brazil. Florianopolis.
Who will perform the ceremony:
Information under development
- A spiritual experience that heals the soul and body.
- The exact dates of the ceremony in December are being agreed upon.
- Brazil. Florianopolis. North of the island. Offline.
Where will the ceremony take place:
- Brazil. Florianopolis.
Who will perform the ceremony:
Information under development
Retreat
Retreat
“Have a question, ask”
- 19 - 21 January 2024
- 2-day retreat with an Ayahuasca ceremony
- 2 days of transformation that will change your life.
- To every question, only you know the answer.
- Brazil. Florianopolis. Offline.
“Have a question, ask”
- Yes. It's that simple. Easier than you thought. There is not a single specialist or expert in the universe who could solve your problem better than you. And only you are this expert for yourself.
- We invite you to experience a new life experience that will change your view of the world, break down internal blocks, expand your horizon of vision and let new creative energies into your life.
- If you have accumulated a lot of these questions for yourself. The time has come to answer them. Welcome to the “If you have a question, ask” retreat in Brazil. We are waiting for you. And of course, don’t forget your question.
Where will you live:
- Your cozy apartment is located in a picturesque natural reserve of Brazil, an hour’s drive from the bustling center, the “magical island of Florianópolis,” which is located on the Atlantic coast
- On a huge territory there are two residential buildings, with three rooms in each, and one house where most of the events planned by the retreat will take place.
- On the territory there is a swimming pool and a place to gather around the fire. Walking paths, a natural lake, trees with lush green leaves all around, and above us the sky, which you and I will definitely admire at night.
What awaits you:
- We have compiled the program so that you feel as comfortable as possible, conduct introspection and be alone with yourself.
- Despite the small amount of time and a busy program, the stay will seem as secluded as possible.
- The Ayahuasca ceremony is not the only thing that will happen. There will also be yoga practices, a meditative concert, a rapé ceremony, group coaching sessions and more.
What will we eat:
- Do not forget that for a deeper dive, the ceremony requires a special diet, and we hope that you are prepared.
- A vegetarian table and a table with pastries will be available at any time after the ceremony. And at the end of the second day, we will be treated to a traditional Brazilian “shurasco” made from local fish.
Who will perform the ceremony:
Amau Sid is a Métis healer, clinical psychologist, therapist and prayer musician who has studied sacred medicines for over 19 years.
Our brother comes from Chile, bringing deep Andean prayer with icaros and original songs that bring us into deep contact with our ancestors and with the healing light, the brightness of the father sun and the power of the earth.
His songs are performed in A432 tuning, which achieves natural and harmonious musicality with the vibrational fields of nature.
This work has already traveled to different countries (Chile, Peru, Paraguay, Brazil, Bolivia) where altars have been erected to create a network of healing energy from Patagonia to forests, from desert to sea.
Amau brings together the egregores of the Andes, Santo Daime and Umbanda Sagrada, achieving a universal ceremony with moments of deep spiritual connection.
“Have a question, ask”
- 19 - 21 January 2024
- 2-day retreat with an Ayahuasca ceremony
- 2 days of transformation that will change your life.
- To every question, only you know the answer.
- Brazil. Florianopolis. Offline.
“Have a question, ask”
- Yes. It's that simple. Easier than you thought. There is not a single specialist or expert in the universe who could solve your problem better than you. And only you are this expert for yourself.
- We invite you to experience a new life experience that will change your view of the world, break down internal blocks, expand your horizon of vision and let new creative energies into your life.
- If you have accumulated a lot of these questions for yourself. The time has come to answer them. Welcome to the “If you have a question, ask” retreat in Brazil. We are waiting for you. And of course, don’t forget your question.
Where will you live:
- Your cozy apartment is located in a picturesque natural reserve of Brazil, an hour’s drive from the bustling center, the “magical island of Florianópolis,” which is located on the Atlantic coast
- On a huge territory there are two residential buildings, with three rooms in each, and one house where most of the events planned by the retreat will take place.
- On the territory there is a swimming pool and a place to gather around the fire. Walking paths, a natural lake, trees with lush green leaves all around, and above us the sky, which you and I will definitely admire at night.
What awaits you:
- We have compiled the program so that you feel as comfortable as possible, conduct introspection and be alone with yourself.
- Despite the small amount of time and a busy program, the stay will seem as secluded as possible.
- The Ayahuasca ceremony is not the only thing that will happen. There will also be yoga practices, a meditative concert, a rapé ceremony, group coaching sessions and more.
What will we eat:
- Do not forget that for a deeper dive, the ceremony requires a special diet, and we hope that you are prepared.
- A vegetarian table and a table with pastries will be available at any time after the ceremony. And at the end of the second day, we will be treated to a traditional Brazilian “shurasco” made from local fish.
Who will perform the ceremony:
Amau Sid is a Métis healer, clinical psychologist, therapist and prayer musician who has studied sacred medicines for over 19 years.
Our brother comes from Chile, bringing deep Andean prayer with icaros and original songs that bring us into deep contact with our ancestors and with the healing light, the brightness of the father sun and the power of the earth.
His songs are performed in A432 tuning, which achieves natural and harmonious musicality with the vibrational fields of nature.
This work has already traveled to different countries (Chile, Peru, Paraguay, Brazil, Bolivia) where altars have been erected to create a network of healing energy from Patagonia to forests, from desert to sea.
Amau brings together the egregores of the Andes, Santo Daime and Umbanda Sagrada, achieving a universal ceremony with moments of deep spiritual connection.
Amazon Tour
- 23.12.2023 - 4.01.2024
- Brazil. Acre. - Rio Branco. Tarahuaka. pinuya.
An adventure for the most sophisticated seekers. During our trip, we will have time to get acquainted with several traditions of Ayahuasca ceremonies at once. We will visit different towns and villages of the indigenous people of the Acre region. The path that we will take will transform you, change your life and serve as a starting point for your new future.
- Brazil. Acre. - Rio Branco. Tarahuaka. pinuya.
An adventure for the most sophisticated seekers. During our trip, we will have time to get acquainted with several traditions of Ayahuasca ceremonies at once. We will visit different towns and villages of the indigenous people of the Acre region. The path that we will take will transform you, change your life and serve as a starting point for your new future.
rio branco
To start our journey, it is necessary to arrive in Brazil, Rio Branco, no later than 12/23/2023. Our journey will start from the capital of the state of Acre - Rio Branco. Here our group will meet and spend a few days to get acquainted with several traditions. On the first day we will visit the Centro de Cura Tete Pawã, which combines the traditions of UMBANDA, XAMANISMO and HUNIKUIN at its ceremonies. A ceremony at this center on the day of arrival will open the doors to the Amazon Forest for us. The next day we will get acquainted with the city, and at night we will attend the mass of the religious community of Santo Daime. The participants of the mass drink ayahuasca and communicate with the spirits, often through the bodies of those who enter into a deep trance, the spirits talk. Be prepared for this.
tarahuaca
The next day we will spend on the road from Rio Branco to the neighboring town in the depths of Acre Tarahuaca. This city is considered the capital of giant pineapples (abakashi). And also here is the most natural ice cream made from Acai berries. We'll have time to rest a little. To go to the HUNI KUIN Indigenous Festival the next day.
Pinuya
The festival in honor of the birthday of the village leader Assis Kaxinawa Cacique Hani Kun, will last a week. Throughout the week, various ceremonies are waiting for us, including the Ayahuasca ceremony, which will take place every day.
Festival program
27.12.2023 - Arrival. Welcome reception with the whole family
18:00 – Dinner, conversation with visitors and village leaders, singing until midnight
28.12.2023 - Birthday of Chief Assis Kashinava
6:00 - Breakfast
08:00 - Body art and Crafts Fair.
12:00 - Lunch
14:00 - Kathanava with shamans Mana Huni Kuin and Bina Huni Kuin Traditional game in the tradition of Huni Kuin with the whole Pinuya family and guests
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Opening ceremony with sacred medicines, Conducted by: Shaman BAYNAVA PINU Huya KENEYA, especially the Celebration of the birthday of the leader Assis Kashinava, at dawn of the day A bath with medicines
29.12.2023
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning of rest
12:00 - Lunch
15:00 - Hapayaki (Pepper baptism) continuation of singing
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Ceremony with sacred medicines. PAJE NAVA SIAN PINU UYA KENEYA, at dawn A bath with medicines
30.12.2023
05:00 - Frog vaccine (Kambo)
07:00 - Breakfast
09:00 - Ecological trail, visit to the Samaum with baths of medicinal herbs and singing
12:00 - Lunch
15:00 - Mava Isa Keneya Women's Parade. Demonstration of the beauty of unique handmade products produced in the village
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Ceremony. PADJE BIKKU PINU UYA KENEYA. At dawn, a therapeutic bath
31.12.2023
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning
12:00 - Lunch
14:00 - Kathanava and many traditional games with visitors and the whole village of Pinuya
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - A ceremony with sacred medicines, a celebration of great joy. Shaman SHAYA Huni Kuin MAWA ISA KENYA. At dawn, a bath with medicine
01.01.2024
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning of rest
12:00 - Lunch. Free day of rest
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Ceremony with sacred medicines. PAJE BIRUANI MAWA ISA KENYA. At dawn, a bath with medicines
02.01.2024
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning of rest
12:00 - Lunch
14:00 - Conversation with the whole family and guests
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - The hosts of the ceremony: GRUPO MAWA ISA KENYA AND GRUPO PINUYA HUYA KENEYA, especially for visitors to the village of Pinuya. Therapeutic bath at dawn.
03.01.2024
7:00 - Breakfast
8:00 - Departure of guests from the village
On the same day we have to return to Rio Branco. 4.01.2024 we will finish our route.
27.12.2023 - Arrival. Welcome reception with the whole family
18:00 – Dinner, conversation with visitors and village leaders, singing until midnight
28.12.2023 - Birthday of Chief Assis Kashinava
6:00 - Breakfast
08:00 - Body art and Crafts Fair.
12:00 - Lunch
14:00 - Kathanava with shamans Mana Huni Kuin and Bina Huni Kuin Traditional game in the tradition of Huni Kuin with the whole Pinuya family and guests
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Opening ceremony with sacred medicines, Conducted by: Shaman BAYNAVA PINU Huya KENEYA, especially the Celebration of the birthday of the leader Assis Kashinava, at dawn of the day A bath with medicines
29.12.2023
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning of rest
12:00 - Lunch
15:00 - Hapayaki (Pepper baptism) continuation of singing
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Ceremony with sacred medicines. PAJE NAVA SIAN PINU UYA KENEYA, at dawn A bath with medicines
30.12.2023
05:00 - Frog vaccine (Kambo)
07:00 - Breakfast
09:00 - Ecological trail, visit to the Samaum with baths of medicinal herbs and singing
12:00 - Lunch
15:00 - Mava Isa Keneya Women's Parade. Demonstration of the beauty of unique handmade products produced in the village
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Ceremony. PADJE BIKKU PINU UYA KENEYA. At dawn, a therapeutic bath
31.12.2023
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning
12:00 - Lunch
14:00 - Kathanava and many traditional games with visitors and the whole village of Pinuya
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - A ceremony with sacred medicines, a celebration of great joy. Shaman SHAYA Huni Kuin MAWA ISA KENYA. At dawn, a bath with medicine
01.01.2024
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning of rest
12:00 - Lunch. Free day of rest
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Ceremony with sacred medicines. PAJE BIRUANI MAWA ISA KENYA. At dawn, a bath with medicines
02.01.2024
07:00 - Breakfast. Free morning of rest
12:00 - Lunch
14:00 - Conversation with the whole family and guests
18:00 - Dinner
21:00 - The hosts of the ceremony: GRUPO MAWA ISA KENYA AND GRUPO PINUYA HUYA KENEYA, especially for visitors to the village of Pinuya. Therapeutic bath at dawn.
03.01.2024
7:00 - Breakfast
8:00 - Departure of guests from the village
On the same day we have to return to Rio Branco. 4.01.2024 we will finish our route.
Travel precautions
Get ready to plunge into the simple rural life of the Brazilian hinterland. Along with the fact that you will face difficulties and exit from your comfort zone, you will also meet with another completely different from the life of people we are used to, and different from the world we are used to. On the road, we will need two expressions that the locals constantly repeat: Só alegria (only joy) and Segura firme (hold on tight). By itself, a trip without experience with Ayahuasca will be the beginning of something new in your life.
What to expect from this trip
In the Acre region there are deadly viruses that are carried by mosquitoes, so before you plan a trip, you need to get vaccinated against yellow fever and molaria. It is also necessary to have a vaccination against covid, since the Huni Kuin people tolerate this virus very poorly. The weather in the Acre region during the festival period can be from +15 to +40 degrees. Therefore, it is necessary to stock up on sunscreen. It is also necessary to stock up on an anti-mosquito agent and an anti-allergic agent. Mosquito bites should never be combed, otherwise microorganisms can get into the wounds. Redness from bites is an allergic reaction and an anti-allergic remedy relieves itching and redness well. If you decide to swim in local rivers, then you should not have open wounds, so as not to attract predatory fish and amphibians. It is also impossible to relieve yourself in water during bathing, since at this moment microorganisms are attached to the urethra. During the ceremonies in the village itself, you can not go into the forest.
What to take with you on a trip
Hammock with mosquito net (tent, chair)
Water bottle (glass)
Lantern
Mosquito repellent, sunburn remedy
Light sneakers, open sandals (crocs)
Swimming trunks, shorts, T-shirts, shirts
Long pants, warm jacket
Notepad, pen, musical instruments
First aid kit: patch, alcohol, talcum powder, antibacterial agent, diarrhea remedy, antibiotics, analgesic, anti-allergic agent, other things that may be associated with health problems.
Water bottle (glass)
Lantern
Mosquito repellent, sunburn remedy
Light sneakers, open sandals (crocs)
Swimming trunks, shorts, T-shirts, shirts
Long pants, warm jacket
Notepad, pen, musical instruments
First aid kit: patch, alcohol, talcum powder, antibacterial agent, diarrhea remedy, antibiotics, analgesic, anti-allergic agent, other things that may be associated with health problems.
Santo Daime tour
Information in development...