Sacred Pilgrimage with the Kauyumary Tribe
Sacred Pilgrimage with the Kauyumary Tribe
Up to 25 in group
Sep 12 - 16, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Guided by Nana Salud, spiritual guide and medical doctor.
- Sacred pilgrimage to Wirikuta, the ancestral land of the Wixárika people.
- Visit to Cerro del Quemado, an important ceremonial place in Wirikuta.
- Traditional ceremony in the land of Hikuri, held with respect.
- Small international group for a personal and meaningful experience.
- Time for reflection, prayer, and connection with nature.
- Community meals and shared camp experience in the desert.
- Visit to the magical town of Real de Catorce.
- Spiritual guidance and support throughout the journey.
- A respectful and authentic experience in the sacred landscape of Wirikuta.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
About Maxauca Temai (Nana Salud)
Maxauca Temai, lovingly and respectfully known as Nana Salud, is the spiritual guide who leads this traditional ceremony. Her path with the Wixárika tradition began through a deep spiritual connection and the guidance of a Marakame, who welcomed her into his heart and recognized her commitment to the path of ancestral knowledge. Through her discovery and relationship with Hikuri, she developed a profound connection with the teachings, the land, and the ceremonial path of Wirikuta.
Nana Salud is also a medical professional, integrating her knowledge of health with her dedication to traditional healing practices and spiritual guidance. In her ceremonial work, she incorporates elements of psychomagic and family constellations to support participants in exploring emotional patterns, personal experiences, and ancestral connections. Through her guidance, each ceremony becomes a space for deep reflection, transformation, and inner work, allowing each person to connect with their own process of healing, awareness, and personal growth.
Details of this retreat
This pilgrimage is an invitation to enter into a deeper process of connection, introspection, and personal transformation. Through ceremony, connection with nature, and ancestral teachings, participants are invited to experience a journey of awareness, reflection, and inner exploration.
Guided by Maxauca Temai (Nana Salud), this experience is held with respect for the ceremonial path and the sacred relationship between human beings, the earth, and the elements. Within the sacred territory of Wirikuta, Nana Salud accompanies each participant through traditional practices, offering a space for reflection, emotional exploration, and connection with oneself and the natural world.
This pilgrimage is not simply a journey through the desert; it is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with ancient wisdom through a respectful and meaningful ceremonial experience.
Guided by Maxauca Temai (Nana Salud), this experience is held with respect for the ceremonial path and the sacred relationship between human beings, the earth, and the elements. Within the sacred territory of Wirikuta, Nana Salud accompanies each participant through traditional practices, offering a space for reflection, emotional exploration, and connection with oneself and the natural world.
This pilgrimage is not simply a journey through the desert; it is an opportunity to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with ancient wisdom through a respectful and meaningful ceremonial experience.
Schedule
Day 1 — Arrival & Opening of the Journey
2:00 PM (latest arrival) — Gathering at Don Librado’s house and welcoming of participants.
3:00 – 4:00 PM — Camp setup and organization of personal spaces.
5:00 – 6:00 PM — Introduction and familiarization with the land, the space, and Nana Salud.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Preparation and opening circle for the first ceremonial night.
9:00 – 10:00 PM — Beginning of the first night ceremony.
Day 2 — Desert Connection & Second Ceremony
9:00 – 10:00 AM — Breakfast and nourishment.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Desert walk to connect with the land, learn about Hikuri and the native cacti of Wirikuta.
1:00 – 2:00 PM — Lunch.
3:00 – 4:00 PM — Preparation of the ceremonial space for the second night.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Mirror ceremony and preparation of the ceremonial circle.
10:00 PM onwards — Night of ceremonial songs and gathering.
Day 3 — Offerings, Integration & Closing Ceremony in the Desert
9:00 – 10:00 AM — Breakfast.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Offering ceremony in sacred places within the desert.
1:00 – 2:00 PM — Lunch.
3:00 – 4:00 PM — Personal integration time and accompaniment with Nana Salud.
5:00 – 6:00 PM — Preparation of the ceremonial space.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Opening of the ceremonial circle with mirrors and songs.
9:00 – 10:00 PM — Final night ceremony.
Day 4 — Departure from the Desert & Arrival in Real de Catorce
9:00 – 10:00 AM — Breakfast.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Camp breakdown and preparation to leave the desert.
12:00 PM onwards — Journey to Real de Catorce.
4:00 – 5:00 PM — Arrival in Real de Catorce, hotel check-in, and rest.
5:00 – 6:00 PM — Shared meal with the Kauyumari Tribe.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Free time to explore Real de Catorce.
Night — Rest and integration.
Day 5 — Pilgrimage to Cerro del Quemado & Closing
6:00 – 7:00 AM — Gathering with the tribe and beginning the pilgrimage to Cerro del Quemado.
12:00 – 1:00 PM — Prayer and offering ceremony at Cerro del Quemado.
2:00 – 3:00 PM — Return from Cerro del Quemado to Real de Catorce.
6:00 – 7:00 PM — Farewell dinner with the Kauyumari Tribe and closing of the pilgrimage.
2:00 PM (latest arrival) — Gathering at Don Librado’s house and welcoming of participants.
3:00 – 4:00 PM — Camp setup and organization of personal spaces.
5:00 – 6:00 PM — Introduction and familiarization with the land, the space, and Nana Salud.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Preparation and opening circle for the first ceremonial night.
9:00 – 10:00 PM — Beginning of the first night ceremony.
Day 2 — Desert Connection & Second Ceremony
9:00 – 10:00 AM — Breakfast and nourishment.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Desert walk to connect with the land, learn about Hikuri and the native cacti of Wirikuta.
1:00 – 2:00 PM — Lunch.
3:00 – 4:00 PM — Preparation of the ceremonial space for the second night.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Mirror ceremony and preparation of the ceremonial circle.
10:00 PM onwards — Night of ceremonial songs and gathering.
Day 3 — Offerings, Integration & Closing Ceremony in the Desert
9:00 – 10:00 AM — Breakfast.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Offering ceremony in sacred places within the desert.
1:00 – 2:00 PM — Lunch.
3:00 – 4:00 PM — Personal integration time and accompaniment with Nana Salud.
5:00 – 6:00 PM — Preparation of the ceremonial space.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Opening of the ceremonial circle with mirrors and songs.
9:00 – 10:00 PM — Final night ceremony.
Day 4 — Departure from the Desert & Arrival in Real de Catorce
9:00 – 10:00 AM — Breakfast.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Camp breakdown and preparation to leave the desert.
12:00 PM onwards — Journey to Real de Catorce.
4:00 – 5:00 PM — Arrival in Real de Catorce, hotel check-in, and rest.
5:00 – 6:00 PM — Shared meal with the Kauyumari Tribe.
7:00 – 8:00 PM — Free time to explore Real de Catorce.
Night — Rest and integration.
Day 5 — Pilgrimage to Cerro del Quemado & Closing
6:00 – 7:00 AM — Gathering with the tribe and beginning the pilgrimage to Cerro del Quemado.
12:00 – 1:00 PM — Prayer and offering ceremony at Cerro del Quemado.
2:00 – 3:00 PM — Return from Cerro del Quemado to Real de Catorce.
6:00 – 7:00 PM — Farewell dinner with the Kauyumari Tribe and closing of the pilgrimage.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Directions
Please make your way to Las Margaritas and ask for Mr. Librado's house. This is the designated meeting point for all participants.
Our guides will be there to welcome you, and you will meet the rest of the group before departing together for the desert camp.
For the best experience we recommend arriving on time so everyone can travel to the campsite as a group.
Our guides will be there to welcome you, and you will meet the rest of the group before departing together for the desert camp.
For the best experience we recommend arriving on time so everyone can travel to the campsite as a group.
Accommodation
Investment: Accommodation in Real de Catorce is not included
Investment: Accommodation in Real de Catorce included
What's Included
- Transportation from San Luis Potosí to the desert camp and transportation to Real de Catorce.
- Healthy vegan meals prepared during the camp experience.
- Guidance and accompaniment throughout the pilgrimage with the Kauyumari Tribe.
- Lifetime access to the Kauyumari Tribe community and support network.
- Medical assistance available at no additional cost if needed during the experience.
- Time for integration, reflection, and connection with the land and community.
What's Not Included
- International or domestic airfare to San Luis Potosí.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses and purchases in Real de Catorce.
- Accommodation in Real de Catorce.
- Additional activities or experiences outside the scheduled program.
- Food, drinks, or personal items not included in the camp meal plan.
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