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About Cumbres de Arutam
Cumbres de Arutam
Mission & Vision
Cumbres de Arutam offers authentic ayahuasca retreats in the Amazon rainforest of Ecuador, guided by Uwishin (Shaman) Arutam Ruymán and a dedicated team. Rooted in the ancestral Shuar tradition and sustained by a living lineage, our mission is to preserve and transmit the path of the jungle — a demanding and sacred process that calls for sincerity, courage, and commitment. Through traditional ceremonies with plant medicine, lived teachings, and spiritual guidance, we accompany those who step forward with respect and the willingness to walk a true path.
This is not a wellness retreat — it is a journey into the heart of ancestral knowledge, held in the power and presence of a living tradition.
This is not a wellness retreat — it is a journey into the heart of ancestral knowledge, held in the power and presence of a living tradition.
Venue & Amenities
The retreat center offers shared spaces for daily life and rest: the traditional ceremony house, kitchen and dining area, gardens, forest trails, river access for bathing, and quiet places in nature to sit or meet. All areas are kept simple and well cared for, respecting the rhythm of the forest and the needs of the retreat.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Our meals are mostly plant-based and sometimes include fish. They support the ceremonial process and vary from simple and traditional to more abundant. Please inform us of any allergies.
Getting Here
Cumbres de Arutam, Sangay, Ecuador
Directions
Our retreat center is located deep in the Amazon, about 6 hours from Quito airport and 1.5 hours from the town of Puyo.
You can choose to arrive on your own, or we can help coordinate transportation from the airport with one of our trusted local drivers.
This service is not included in the retreat price, but once your place is confirmed, we’ll share all the details and assist you with the arrangements.
You can choose to arrive on your own, or we can help coordinate transportation from the airport with one of our trusted local drivers.
This service is not included in the retreat price, but once your place is confirmed, we’ll share all the details and assist you with the arrangements.
