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Caya Shobo 5-day Shipibo Ayahuasca Retreat Peru & Intro to Master Plant Dieta
Caya Shobo 5-day Shipibo Ayahuasca Retreat Peru & Intro to Master Plant Dieta
5.0044 reviews
Varillal 16000, Peru
Up to 10 in group
May 10 - 15, 2027
Retreat Highlights
- Traditional Shipibo healing center
- Small groups (max. 10)
- Ayahuasca ceremonies with genuine high-level master Shipibo shamans
- Teachings about Master Plant Dieta practice
- Personalized Dieta diagnosis and treatment plan to continue at home
- Flower baths
- Daily plant therapies as needed (vapor baths, prescribed herbal teas, sinus flush, eye drops)
- Personal attention
- Daily shamanic knowledge conferences and guidance meetings
- Dieta friendly meals
About this Retreat
Born in a small native community village down-river from Atalaya, Arturo started learning the medicine path at a very young age (under 10 yrs old) from his mother and father who are both Maestro Onánya healers of the Shipibo tradition. By age 18, while studying Teaching at university in Lima, Arturo was already holding healing ceremonies for his university professors.
Now in his early 40s, we believe Arturo is one of the most talented young Shipibo Maestros working in Peru today. Arturo holds an advanced technical knowledge of Shipibo healing and medicine plant dietas. He is an excellent teacher of the Shipibo culture, history and cosmovision. In Arturo’s powerful icaros, his beautiful melodies, his vitality, and his calm, self-possessed presence we see a person who carries the legacy of the ancient knowledge of his forebears.
Arturo lives with us at the Center and often visits his family in Atalaya. We are very happy to have his help as a lead resident Maestro, and to have his family in our hearts as our dear friends.
Maestra Lucinda is the eldest daughter of renowned Shipibo maestro Pascual Mahua Ochavano, born in the Shipibo village of Paoyhan or 'Water of the Pearls' located on the banks of the beautiful Ucayali river, north of Pucallpa.
Lucinda has been immersed in the medicine world of her family her entire life - since she was a tiny infant of 4 months old when her father opened her first learning dieta to bring her the advanced knowledge of the "tree of light" of her ancestors.
Now 57 years old, Lucinda is a confident and intelligent maestra, with a sweet and modest nature and a powerful reportoire of master plant dietas and advanced medicine knowledge. Her gentle Icaros belie a quiet power within, and her feminine energy of care and compassion evokes a feeling of being embraced in the calm flow of life. She is a tireless worker and a steadying presence in the intensity of the ceremony. Her Shipiba name Coshainbo means Powerful Woman.
Lucinda has worked with a variety of Ayahuasca centres in Iquitos and Pucallpa. She has 4 adult children and 8 grandchildren, and holds strong family values and ethics as well as a great sense of humour. We are very happy to have her presence, her knowledge, her laughter and her help at Caya Shobo.
Born in the small jungle village of Nuevo Loreto, 3 hours boat journey from Pucallpa in the Imiria National Forest, Maestro Walter opened his first dieta at age 15, and learned the way of the medicine with his father. He is now 63 years old, and lives close to Iquitos with his wife and 5 of his children.
We met Walter 4 years ago and immediately recognized his natural warmth and humility as a person, as well as his impressive capability as a Maestro healer. His beautiful, lower toned voice and variety of melodic Icaros can transport you to an amazing place of peace and reconciliation with your life’s experiences and your healing path. Walter’s Shipibo name Wesha Mano means World of Happiness.
In all the years we have known and worked with Walter, he has proven his loyalty and friendship and his dedication to helping people. We are very proud to present Walter as a resident lead Shipibo Maestro of our Center.
Details of this retreat
Caya Shobo: Authentic Shipibo Ayahuasca Healing Retreat (5-Day)
Welcome to your intimate traditional Shipibo healing retreat (maximum 12 guests), with Peru's most knowledgeable and dedicated master Shipibo shamans, at the safe and beautiful Caya Shobo healing center in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
Located near Iquitos, Peru, Caya Shobo is a beautiful healing sanctuary of flowering gardens and medicinal plants. It is one of the few Western-run retreat centers officially endorsed by the Coshikox (Shipibo Conibo Xetebo Tribal Council) for the outstanding quality of our medicine, our adherence to traditional Shipibo healing practices, and advanced master healers.
Considering a Retreat with Us?
Choosing the right plant medicine path is a deeply personal step. If you have questions about the process, safety, or suitability for your healing, we invite you to book a private consultation call with a Caya Shobo facilitator before applying.
What to Expect
In a 5-day retreat, you will enter a focused process of cleansing, self-reflection, and restoration guided by authentic, high-level Shipibo Onánya (master shaman healers) and caring Western facilitators.
Up to 4 Ayahuasca Ceremonies: Intimate night ceremonies tailored to your unique physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
Master Healers: Ceremonies are led by experienced Shipibo maestros and maestras (Arturo, Walter, Lucinda, and/or Dominga)[1], each holding a minimum of 25 years of healing experience.
Multilingual Facilitation: Our experienced facilitation team provides multi-language support (English, Spanish, and often Russian or German), offering daily guidance and integration support.
An Intimate, Focused Journey
To ensure every participant receives dedicated care, we restrict group sizes to a maximum of 12 participants.
Small groups allow our maestros and facilitators to give individual focus to every guest's process without the distractions of a large crowd.
Note: Staffing is scaled to group size. Retreats with 7 or more guests are attended by at least 2 master healers and 2 lead facilitators.
What’s Included
Your all-inclusive retreat package covers:
Up to 4 Ayahuasca Ceremonies
Individualized Icaro (healing song) therapy & complementary plant treatments
Comfortable accommodation with daily housekeeping and laundry service
Nourishing, health-supportive meals prepared fresh daily
Airport or hotel transfers to and from Iquitos airport (IQT)
Wi-Fi access in common areas
Accommodation Options
Standard Rooms: Spacious and comfortable with private en-suite bathrooms.
Jungle Tambos: Hardwood tambos offering a simple, traditional jungle feel with shared bathroom facilities.
Deluxe Tambos: Private jungle tambos featuring high ceilings and private en-suite bathrooms.
Preparation & Integration Support
Healing begins long before you arrive in Peru and continues long after you return home:
Pre-Retreat Guidance: Personalized preparation support to help get your body and mind ready for plant medicine.
Post-Retreat Integration: Ongoing support including group and private integration sessions and recommendations for your ongoing journey at home.
Health Screening & Registration
To ensure guest safety, all participants must submit a comprehensive health and medical history form prior to confirmation.
Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to reserve your place.
Terms: Review our full policies at cayashobo.com/terms-conditions
Learn More: Explore full retreat details on our website at cayashobo.com/shipibo-ayahuasca-retreats
[1] Please note that the specific maestros and maestras in attendance may be subject to change based on availability and scheduling.
Welcome to your intimate traditional Shipibo healing retreat (maximum 12 guests), with Peru's most knowledgeable and dedicated master Shipibo shamans, at the safe and beautiful Caya Shobo healing center in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
Located near Iquitos, Peru, Caya Shobo is a beautiful healing sanctuary of flowering gardens and medicinal plants. It is one of the few Western-run retreat centers officially endorsed by the Coshikox (Shipibo Conibo Xetebo Tribal Council) for the outstanding quality of our medicine, our adherence to traditional Shipibo healing practices, and advanced master healers.
Considering a Retreat with Us?
Choosing the right plant medicine path is a deeply personal step. If you have questions about the process, safety, or suitability for your healing, we invite you to book a private consultation call with a Caya Shobo facilitator before applying.
What to Expect
In a 5-day retreat, you will enter a focused process of cleansing, self-reflection, and restoration guided by authentic, high-level Shipibo Onánya (master shaman healers) and caring Western facilitators.
Up to 4 Ayahuasca Ceremonies: Intimate night ceremonies tailored to your unique physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
Master Healers: Ceremonies are led by experienced Shipibo maestros and maestras (Arturo, Walter, Lucinda, and/or Dominga)[1], each holding a minimum of 25 years of healing experience.
Multilingual Facilitation: Our experienced facilitation team provides multi-language support (English, Spanish, and often Russian or German), offering daily guidance and integration support.
An Intimate, Focused Journey
To ensure every participant receives dedicated care, we restrict group sizes to a maximum of 12 participants.
Small groups allow our maestros and facilitators to give individual focus to every guest's process without the distractions of a large crowd.
Note: Staffing is scaled to group size. Retreats with 7 or more guests are attended by at least 2 master healers and 2 lead facilitators.
What’s Included
Your all-inclusive retreat package covers:
Up to 4 Ayahuasca Ceremonies
Individualized Icaro (healing song) therapy & complementary plant treatments
Comfortable accommodation with daily housekeeping and laundry service
Nourishing, health-supportive meals prepared fresh daily
Airport or hotel transfers to and from Iquitos airport (IQT)
Wi-Fi access in common areas
Accommodation Options
Standard Rooms: Spacious and comfortable with private en-suite bathrooms.
Jungle Tambos: Hardwood tambos offering a simple, traditional jungle feel with shared bathroom facilities.
Deluxe Tambos: Private jungle tambos featuring high ceilings and private en-suite bathrooms.
Preparation & Integration Support
Healing begins long before you arrive in Peru and continues long after you return home:
Pre-Retreat Guidance: Personalized preparation support to help get your body and mind ready for plant medicine.
Post-Retreat Integration: Ongoing support including group and private integration sessions and recommendations for your ongoing journey at home.
Health Screening & Registration
To ensure guest safety, all participants must submit a comprehensive health and medical history form prior to confirmation.
Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to reserve your place.
Terms: Review our full policies at cayashobo.com/terms-conditions
Learn More: Explore full retreat details on our website at cayashobo.com/shipibo-ayahuasca-retreats
[1] Please note that the specific maestros and maestras in attendance may be subject to change based on availability and scheduling.
Schedule
8 am Breakfast
10 am Group meeting
12:30 Lunch
4 pm Flower Bath and Plant Therapies
7:30 Ayahuasca ceremony
10 am Group meeting
12:30 Lunch
4 pm Flower Bath and Plant Therapies
7:30 Ayahuasca ceremony
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Caya Shobo, Varillal 16000, Peru
Directions
To travel to Caya Shobo you will need to fly to Iquitos airport in Peru. Your journey will typically include a stop in Lima (which is about a 2 hour flight from Iquitos).
We will send an independent moto-car driver to pick you up and bring you to Caya Shobo which is a short 25 minute drive from Iquitos airport.
We will send an independent moto-car driver to pick you up and bring you to Caya Shobo which is a short 25 minute drive from Iquitos airport.
Accommodation
Standard Room (private bathroom)
Our standard accommodation is for a single guest in a spacious private room with double bed and your own small private bathroom. These simple adobe/concrete structures provide good general protection from the jungle elements, with mosquito netted windows and openings designed to allow airflow and coolness in the summer heat. The rooms are situated close to the common dining and ceremonial areas, and are nearby attractive ponds and plant medicine gardens.
Jungle Tambo (shared bathroom)
Enjoy staying in one of our stylishly modern private tambos - made with beautiful hard wood and a lovely open aspect overlooking the tranquil ponds of Caya Shobo, or isolated in a more dense jungle area. With the jungle tambos you have access to a shared bathroom, and the benefit of being completely alone and surrounded by the jungle ambience - perfect for isolation Master Plant Dieta practice.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
The Caya Shobo healing sanctuary is a beautiful 8 hectare jungle oasis, ideally set up for intensive traditional Shipibo healing.
Immersed in the Amazonian wildlife and surrounded by flowering plant medicines you will feel embraced by nature.
Our well laid-out grounds with open-style common facilities create a perfect balance of comfort and safety.
You’ll love our warm, welcoming on-site team, who are dedicated to lovingly taking care of you and the property 24x7.
We offer 5 or 12-day retreats.
Immersed in the Amazonian wildlife and surrounded by flowering plant medicines you will feel embraced by nature.
Our well laid-out grounds with open-style common facilities create a perfect balance of comfort and safety.
You’ll love our warm, welcoming on-site team, who are dedicated to lovingly taking care of you and the property 24x7.
We offer 5 or 12-day retreats.
What's Included
- 4 ayahuasca ceremonies with personalized treatment (8 ayahuasca ceremonies with our 12-day retreats)
- 5 nights
- Dieta friendly meals according to Shibipo guidelines
- Daily sharing circle and shamanic knowledge teachings
- 2 flower baths
- daily plant treatments like sinus flush, eye drops, head rinse
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Field trips to surrounding nature and animal sanctuaries
- Massage Services
Customer Reviews
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Maestro of Energies
I only had a couple of ceremonies with him, but his presence really stands for itself. There is a distinct feeling about him — something I noticed immediately. My first impression of him was simply: powerful.
His whole performance carries that same quality. His icaros have a distinctive and unique energy, and the way he works in ceremony leaves a strong impression. Even after only a short time in his presence, I could feel that there is real depth and strength in what he does.
His whole performance carries that same quality. His icaros have a distinctive and unique energy, and the way he works in ceremony leaves a strong impression. Even after only a short time in his presence, I could feel that there is real depth and strength in what he does.
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Maestro of Wisdom
I still think about the way he answers questions. There is something very conscious and careful in the way he speaks, he knows how to express things without inviting negative energies.
His icaros are powerful and beautiful, and he is always the last one to stop singing. He gives so much during ceremony — he sings a lot, and it is truly a blast to experience.
His icaros are powerful and beautiful, and he is always the last one to stop singing. He gives so much during ceremony — he sings a lot, and it is truly a blast to experience.
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Maestra of Mysticism
I feel blessed to have encountered her at the Caya Shobo retreat. She has such a pleasant and gentle presence.
Her work includes icaros, energy work, and a blessing. I felt a strong resonance with her. I was also told that she specialises in mysticism, which feels meaningful to me, especially as she later appeared in my dreams.
During a ceremony, after she completed the blessing, I received a vivid inner vision: a golden hieroglyphic symbol appeared against a white background, passing through her and then through me, as if the blessing had taken form in my mind.
Her work includes icaros, energy work, and a blessing. I felt a strong resonance with her. I was also told that she specialises in mysticism, which feels meaningful to me, especially as she later appeared in my dreams.
During a ceremony, after she completed the blessing, I received a vivid inner vision: a golden hieroglyphic symbol appeared against a white background, passing through her and then through me, as if the blessing had taken form in my mind.
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7-Day Dieta Cleanse
I just participated online at the 7 Day Dieta Cleanse. I was surprised that it went much deeper than I could have imagined. There was one day when I went through emotional waves of fear, anger, and sadness, which I was simply able to observe. I first perceived the cleansing in my dreams as clear water and later as a feeling of happiness.
What I really appreciated were the precise, step-by-step instructions for the flower and steam bath.
Thanks for holding the space.
What I really appreciated were the precise, step-by-step instructions for the flower and steam bath.
Thanks for holding the space.
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