About this Retreat
My name is Engels, and I am a dedicated Psychedelic Therapy Facilitator. My path in this work is rooted in a deep belief that within each of us lies an innate capacity for healing, wisdom, and wholeness.
I specialize in creating a safe, compassionate, and grounded container for your journey with sacred plant medicines like Ayahuasca. My approach is holistic, weaving together my training in somatic therapy, transpersonal psychology, and trauma care with a profound respect for indigenous traditions.
The cornerstone of our retreat is the living wisdom of the guides who hold the space. We are humbled to collaborate with Taitas and shamans who carry forward lineages of heart-centered, intentional medicine. Their presence offers a bridge to ancient grounding practices, ensuring the journey is guided with both profound depth and genuine care.
My role is not to guide your journey but to guide you through it, to help you navigate the landscapes of your own consciousness with confidence. I am here to offer unwavering support, to help you integrate your insights, and to honor the profound courage it takes to embark on this path of self-discovery.
My deepest honor has been to walk alongside respected Maestros in your ceremonies, supporting the sacred container. This profound experience has taught me that the true magic lies in witnessing an individual's courageous journey back to their own essence. It is a privilege to be a part of that process—to see someone release what no longer serves them and step into a life illuminated with clarity, purpose, and vibrant vitality.
I am here to hold space for your transformation.
Details of this retreat
Sacred & Vital Ayahuasca Retreat
Ometepe Island, Nicaragua | March 12–18
This retreat is designed for those who feel called to work with plant medicine responsibly, slowly, and with integrity, not as an escape, but as a conscious step in their life.
Held on the volcanic island of Ometepe, surrounded by jungle and water, this is a small-group retreat focused on safety, preparation, ceremony, and real integration.
We work with a trusted Taita whose lineage is recognized for its grounded, heart-centered, and intention-driven medicine. The container is intimate, calm, and carefully held.
This retreat may be right for you if:
• You have done personal work but feel something deeper hasn’t shifted
• You are navigating grief, addiction patterns, burnout, or life transition
• You value preparation, sobriety, and integration as much as ceremony
• You want a traditional, respectful approach, not a psychedelic experience
What the retreat includes:
• 5-day or 7-day immersion options
• Shared or private accommodations in nature
• Clean dieta-style meals
• Carefully guided Ayahuasca ceremonies
• Daily integration circles and grounding practices
• Quiet time, nature immersion, and reflection
Important notes:
This retreat is not suitable for everyone.
Participants must be willing to:
• Abstain from alcohol, drugs, and contraindicated medications
• Follow preparation guidelines before arrival
• Take responsibility for their own process and integration
This is not about “fixing” yourself.
It is about creating the conditions for honesty, safety, and deep listening.
Spaces are intentionally limited to preserve the integrity of the work.
Welcome to Ometepe.
Not simply a place you arrive at, but a place that receives you.
This remarkable island, the largest in the world within a freshwater lake and recognized as UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, rises quietly from Lake Nicaragua, carrying a presence that has drawn seekers, farmers, and pilgrims for thousands of years.
Ometepe was shaped by the meeting of two great forces.
Volcán Concepción, bold and upward-moving, offers the energy of fire,
clarity, courage, and momentum.
Volcán Maderas, lush and contemplative, carries the wisdom of water,
depth, receptivity, and emotional truth.
Together, they create a rare harmony. A living balance. A natural space where change
feels both possible and supported.
Long before modern travelers arrived, ancient peoples felt this power.
They marked the land with more than 1,700 petroglyphs, not as monuments, but as conversations with the earth, reminders that this island listens.
Here, the land becomes an ally, quietly guiding you toward balance, insight, and renewal.
Your 7-Day Journey to Wholeness Includes:
Sacred Ceremonial Experiences
2 to 3 Powerful Ayahuasca Ceremonies guided by masters healers.
Sacred RAPÉ OR HOSKA Sessions for energetic alignment and deep integration.
Daily Somatic Practices including STEAM BATHS WITH PLANTS, meditation, and breathwork
KAMBO TREATMENT. Comprehensive Support & Care
6 Nights in our serene, eco-friendly accommodations
All Organic, Dieta-Friendly Meals crafted by our healing foods chef
Private One-on-One Integration Planning session
Full-Day "Embracing Your Insights" Workshop
Complimentary Group Airport Transfers (arrival and departure)
Pre-Retreat Preparation Guide & Health Screening
Small Group Setting - limited to 10 participants for personalized attention
Investment in Your Transformation
Private Jungle Bungalow: Full Price $1,950 | Early Bird $1,850
Shared Cabana: Full Price $1,450 | Early Bird $1,350
Why is this Retreat so Special
The Taita who will be guiding the ceremonies is renowned for carrying one of the most intention-driven, heartfelt medicines in the ancient traditions. His Yagé is deeply respected for its clarity, purpose, and depth. The cornerstone of our retreat is the living wisdom of the guides who hold the space. We are humbled to collaborate with Taitas and shamans who carry forward lineages of heart-centered, intentional medicine. Their presence offers a bridge to ancient grounding practices, ensuring the journey is guided with both profound depth and genuine care.
The quiet intensity of March provides perfect conditions for deep inner work.
Full Integration Support - Our 30-day follow-up program ensures your insights become lasting change
Sacred Community - Join a small, intentional group of fellow seekers
Ready to Answer the Call?
Your journey to wholeness begins with a single step.
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