Transform Your Life at Sacha Wasi, Ecuador's Premier Indigenous Ayahuasca Retreat Center
Are you ready to embark on a life-changing journey of self-discovery? Look no further than Sacha Wasi, nestled deep within the mesmerizing Amazon rainforest of Ecuador. Our retreat center is your gateway to unlocking a world of profound transformation and spiritual awakening.
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience where the ancient traditions of indigenous wisdom converge with the profound healing power of plant medicine. Guided by the esteemed indigenous Kichwa Yachaks, you will have the privilege of participating in authentic ceremonies that have been revered and passed down through generations. At Sacha Wasi, we offer a diverse range of retreat options, catering to various preferences and durations. Choose from our captivating weekend, 7-day, 10-day, and 14-day immersive group experiences. Or indulge in customized extended stays for those seeking profound exploration and the opportunity to engage in shamanic apprenticing.
Our ceremonies are held in a sacred bamboo maloca, enveloped by the enchanting beauty of nature. You'll have the opportunity to engage with three remarkable plant medicines: Ayahuasca, Psilocybin, and San Pedro. Each ceremony is meticulously crafted to provide a profound shift in consciousness, allowing you to simplify your life, rejuvenate your spirit, and rediscover your true self.
At Sacha Wasi, we offer more than just transformative ceremonies. Our packages include daily integration practices and holistic therapy sessions, ensuring that your journey of self-discovery extends beyond the plant medicine experience. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking surroundings, embark on thrilling jungle adventures, and reconnect with nature in its purest form.
Join us in the awe-inspiring beauty of Ecuador's rainforests and witness the unfolding magic that awaits. Leave the stresses of everyday life behind and step into a world of limitless possibilities. Sacha Wasi is where your extraordinary journey begins. Reserve your place now and prepare to be immersed in one of the world's most scenic psychedelic retreats. Your life-changing adventure awaits!
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
Sacha Wasi Retreats - 7 Day / 6 Nights: Ayahuasca
$1195.00 per person Puyo, Ecuador
(fly into Quito, Ecuador)
2 Ayahuasca Ceremonies
1 Psilocybin or San Pedro Ceremony
Sacha Wasi - Ecuador’s Home to Ayahuasca
Sacha Wasi offers travelers the opportunity to explore and experience life-changing plant medicine in authentic ceremonies deep within Ecuador's Amazon rainforest. Guided by indigenous Kichwa Yachaks, participants can choose from group retreats or private ones lasting up to 14 days.
All packages include ceremonies featuring Ayahuasca plus two additional choices – Psilocybin or San Pedro - all with ancestral traditions at the heart of each ceremony taking place in a bamboo maloca surrounded by nature. Come embark on this journey today... you won't regret it!
Join us in experiencing the magic of Ecuador's lush rainforests, where something truly wonderful is unfolding.
Escape the stresses of daily life and embark on a journey of self-discovery in the Amazon jungle with Sacha Wasi. With an open mind, experience a shift in consciousness through powerful plant medicines Ayahuasca, Psilocybin, and San Pedro. Recharge your mind, body, and soul in a peaceful and natural setting, surrounded by lush rainforests in the northwestern Amazon Basin.
Transform your mind and body with 3 powerful ceremonies, designed to help you simplify, reset, and reconnect with yourself and nature.
Our retreats are designed for a complete reset, with daily integration to help you reconnect with nature and find a healthier and happier way of being. In this breathtaking location, where Ayahuasca is celebrated as a national treasure, you will experience one of the world's most scenic psychedelic retreats. SACHA WASI is your chance to transform yourself and see the world in a new light.
Retreat Details:
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Location: Puyo, Ecuador
Accommodation: At our retreat, guests are welcome to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Amazon rainforest while staying in comfortable and natively constructed bamboo huts. Our rustic casitas offer all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, including high-speed internet, electricity, and hot showers. Guests can enjoy three delicious meals per day, as well as access to laundry services (additional cash fee).
Our retreat offers a range of accommodation options, including both private and shared casitas, allowing guests to choose the option that best suits their needs.
In between ceremonies, guests are invited to explore the stunning surroundings and embark on adventures in the heart of the Amazon. From river canoeing and jungle hikes to a breathtaking view overlooking the rainforest, there is something for everyone at our retreat. Our backyard is the perfect place for guests to connect with nature and deepen their spiritual journey.
Food: At Sacha Wasi, guests can savor the flavors of authentic Ecuadorian and Kichwa cuisine at our outdoor Comedor (dining hall). With the tranquil flow of the river just steps away, each meal is a sensory experience unlike any other.
Each day starts with a cup of traditional tea made from leaves and roots harvested from the Amazon jungle, providing a true taste of the local culture. Our meals are prepared with love and joy by the women of the Kichwa community and are designed to meet a range of dietary needs including vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free.
Schedule
DAY 1: FRIDAY
15:00 – 18:00 Arrivals
Opening Circle
Dinner
DAY 2: SATURDAY
Breakfast
Integration with Yachaks and other healers
Lunch
Sacha Wasi Community Experience: traditional dance, face painting, chicha, group photo, and Artisan Casa tour
Hola Vida Waterfall Activity
Dinner or Ayahuasca ceremony (1st Ceremony)
DAY 3: SUNDAY
Breakfast
Integration with Yachaks and other healers
Lunch
Mirador Indichuris Activity
Dinner or Ayahuasca ceremony (2nd Ceremony)
D A Y 4: M O N D A Y
Breakfast
Integration with Yachaks and other healers
Lunch
Personal time or activities TBD
Dinner
D A Y 5: T U E S D A Y
Breakfast
Integration group, optional
Lunch or Psilocybin Daytime Ceremony (3rd Ceremony Optional*)
Personal time
Dinner
DAY 6: WEDNESDAY
Breakfast
Integration group TBD
Lunch or San Pedro Daytime Ceremony (3rd Ceremony* OR Extra Ceremony*)
Personal time
Dinner
*Ceremony choice dependent on guest, 3 total ceremonies included in 7 day retreat; Extra ceremonies are $150
D A Y 7 : T H U R S D A Y
Breakfast
Integration with Yachaks and other healers
Departures of 7-day retreat guests (Lunch not included for 7-day guests)
Please note: The retreat schedule and activities may be subject to change for reasons that may be outside of our control.
Have some FREE-TIME? How about Sacha Wasi's additional offerings at the Jungle Medicine Clinic:
Kambo Detox Cleanse - 90 minutes - $200
Kambo, known as the “vaccine of the forest,” is a potent natural antibiotic and anesthetic derived from frog secretion. It empowers the immune system, purges toxins, and aids emotional release
Tattoo Services Available – Jesus Dagua
Schedule a consultation - 2-10 hours - $50 to $250 depending on the image
Meet the Team
At Sachia Wasi, we believe that the success of our ayahuasca retreat depends on the quality of our team. Our experienced and dedicated facilitators, healers, and support staff are here to ensure a safe and supportive environment for exploring the depths of your consciousness and embarking on a journey of self-discovery.
Jesus Dagua - Medicine Man (Yachak), Tribal President
Yusu Dagua - Medicine Man (Yachak)
Byron Santi - Medicine Man (Yachak)
Mama Marlene Guatatuca - Medicine Woman (Warmi Yachak), Tribal Elder
Dr. Mayra Prado, M.D. Medical Director – Sacha Wasi Jungle Medical Clinic
Join us today and let us help guide you on your path to spiritual growth and inner transformation!
Guests stay in primitive, rustic, locally-constructed bamboo huts with high-speed internet, electricity, and showers with hot water, laundry, and 3 meals per day.
Private and shared casitas are available.
In between ceremonies, you can explore our backyard, the enchanting Amazon rainforest for adventures such as river canoeing, a jungle hike to Cascada (25-meter waterfall), and/or hike to Mirador: 1000 meter high viewpoint overlooking the Amazon.
Be surrounded by the enchanting Amazonian fauna and flora. Wake up to the sound of Amazonian birds and river flow. Marvel like a child again and see the unique wildlife we have here! From the Crested Oropendola (yellow-tailed bird), fluffy Asumama (Monk Saki monkey), and Blue Morpho Butterflies (some of the largest butterflies in the world with a wingspan reaching up to 8 inches), to green fireflies (Yes! Green!)And so much more!
Enjoy authentic home-cooked Ecuadorian and Kichwa dishes at our outdoor Comedor (dining hall) while listening to the flow of the river only a few steps away.
Start your day with a cup of freshly brewed traditional tea made of leaves and roots harvested from the Amazon jungle such as Guayusa, Zaragoza, etc.
3 meals per day are included. Each meal is prepared, with smiles and giggles, by the women of the Kichwa community. Doesn't get any more authentic than this! Depending on your preference, we offer vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, or meals with meat.
7 Day / 6 Nights: Includes 3 Ceremonies: Choose from Ayahuasca , Psilocybin & San Pedro +
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
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Customer Reviews
4.89 out of 5.0 average rating
5.0
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Unforgettable Experience
There is a distinct magic to Sacha Wasi. It is located on a small island in the Puyo River and accessed by canoe. I came here because I wanted an authentic, rustic experience not a "gated community" with all the bells and whistles. The sound of the river is always with you as are the calls of the various birds dwelling in the lush canopy. Accommodation is surprisingly comfortable and, as long as there is power, the internet and hot water work well. Ecuador is very dependent on hydro electricity so the more it rains, the more power there is.
The Kichwa are an incredibly friendly and gentle people who always greet you with a smile whilst their little children will jump up for a hug or play games with you. Spanish is the common tongue and a translator is available for the integration sessions.
Food is both plentiful and nutritious and served three times a day with a smile. The extra curricular activities are nearby and great fun and, for me, the afternoon trip into the heart of the jungle was a highlight and the abundance and variety of food producing plants was amazing. Pineapple, papaya, sugar cane, bananas, yuca, cacao, all growing in close proximity to each other.
Jungle time is "slow" and you will have ample time to relax and digest the fascinating internal experience that occurs as you dive into the plant medicines.
It is a matter of "trusting the process" as the plants link naturally together. Ayahuasca allows an inner "cleansing" to take place before one's heart opens to the world of spirit. For me, at 70, it was an experience like no other as years of "set patterns of thought and beliefs" loosened up and I looked into the mirror at who I was. The space created allowed for new light to shine and each day brought fresh epiphanies. In between "plant ceremonies" there was always a rest day and through journaling and contemplation a different way of being emerged for me and when the day came to leave I felt refreshed, rejuvenated and with a clear path forward for my 8th decade!.
Sacha Wasi is not a "spa".....it is the home of deeply spiritual, indigenous, people who are committed to the sharing of their wisdom regarding natural plant medicines. If you are ready to be vulnerable, to "work on yourself" and explore your inner world then I would strongly recommend making your way to this little gem in the Ecuadorean jungle. Jesus, Byron, Michelle, Andrea, Jessica and many others make you feel at home right away and are always available if you need anything while you are there. Namaste, Charles
PS If you fly into Quito I suggest that you get Andres to pick you up and transport you to Sacha Wasi. A delightful, soulful, young man who is full of interesting information on the local culture and a pleasure to spend time with.
3.0
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3 day retreat
Highly recommended, but also some things what were not ok and A LOT OF FUSTRATION:
Zoom-meeting beforehand was almost completely missed, because of unclear things. This is Sacha Wasi is Ecuadorian, but somehow organized from the United States. US is not mentioned anywhere, but they used US time zones for meeting, despite this supposed to be located in Ecuador. I was frustrated, because i was in Ecuador. Not anyhow though that i should adjust my brain to think as an American ( I am from Europe).
I was already quite close to the jungle and asked if i could catch along the way that same taxi, as rest of my group was using for transportation from the airport. Driver was Sacha Wasi's own Andrea. He said that it was ok, but in the last moment he asked me 20$ extra. I refused, because driver was already paid to do that trip. I wanted to share the costs with other participant which was in the taxi, but driver refused. Then he said that if i take my own taxi from Puyo, it costs 25$. He was scamming.
Michelle, the volunteer said that they have fixed price 13$ from Puyo and driver knows that. I told that to the driver and then he told that 13$ is ok for him. It was nonsense, because he was already paid! I felt totally scammed and took my own taxi with 10$ from Puyo bus station. When taxi go me there, suddenly he asked me to pay 15$ and was very angry. I felt insecure so i paid that after a while i tried to negotiate. Anyway, Sacha Wasi drivers are not official taxis. Some of them, including Andrea seems to be about 18 year old boys, not very experienced drivers by age.
Not by any means good start for the retreat.
Then, if you wanted to purchase something extra from the community, everything was extremely overpriced compared to what is normal in Ecuador. I guess that they can charge whatever they want, because they interact only with "rich gringos". And yes, surprisingly they did not accept card payments on site, even though we were informed beforehand, that card is possible.
Then the seremonies:
First Ayahuasca session was super amazing experience. They used many instruments to play gentle music through the night and there were a lot of staff.
On the second session, i was expecting the same but almost all the staff left immediately after the start and we were left in the silence. I did not liked it at all, because music was so important to make the trip deeper. We were told afterwards, that it was planned to make experience different. For me it felt like their laziness especially, because i was so suprised in the beginning of the trip when i noticed this arrangement.
Somebody also had changed the wifi passwords and i was unable to connect wifi. Daily schedules were sent by whatsapp during the weekend so i was unable to receive these. Somehow, we ended to wait multiple times 15-40 min part of the group because not everybody was aware that they should be somewhere.
Afterall, staff was super nice, and you can read other reviews to look why this place is highly recommended and perfect for the first timer.
5.0
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If I have to use words, “beautiful” fits perfectly
I had the honor to stay at Sacha Wasi for 10 days. The Kichwa people were all so friendly and treated me like a brother. Byron, Jesus, Marlene, and Mitchell were all adept at providing support for all the guests during the various plant medicine journeys. I had the opportunity to do Aya, Kambo, Ongos, San Pedro, as well as a Limpia and then a beautiful cacao ceremony.
There was also very good support during integrations the day following plant medicine. Whenever there was free time, we had the opportunity to go to a beautiful waterfall, hike to a view, get Kichwa face paint, dance Kichwa dance, plant ayahuasca, the list goes on. Food was good and appropriate for plant medicine journeys.
During my stay, Dr Scott Irwin entered the non physical realm. He will be missed as a person, mentor, and leader. Prayers remain active with all those that knew him. ❤️
Please feel free to reach out privately if you have any specific questions. 🙏🏼
4.0
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I recommend the 7 day experience
While there were some issues due to the only two English speaking members of the team not being there, I had an overall good experience.
Pros include:
People. The Sacha Wasi locals are really lovely and caring.
Food. Great vegetarian food and they catered for gluten free. The kitchen needed reminding as different families may be taking turns to cook.
Accommodation. Casita 5, Eagle, where I stayed was comfortable and had a shower with hot water and great water pressure.
Activities. Nice activities between plant medicine ceremonies like hike and swim at a waterfall, walk up to a Mirador/ lookout with a great swing, planting coca, Ayahuasca, San Pedro.
Communication. WiFi and use of WhatsApp groups to communicate agenda.
Cons included:
Unfortunately Dr Scott was very ill and in hospital and the lady looking after guests was away in the USA which meant:
No translator for most of our time there.
Integration sessions weren't effective.
Almost daily wrong agendas. One thing would be messaged by someone and it would be different to what Sacha Wasi would have us doing.
A lot of drama over expectations from some people unsuccessfully pushing for partial refunds which gave a few days of negative atmosphere which was not conducive for a good trips.
After being told a bag/basket of laundry is $10, they tried to charge $20.
5.0
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Magical!
I can’t say enough about Dr. Scott, the yachacks and all those who are responsible for running Sacha Wasi. A secluded, natural and primitive location, you’re surrounded by nature and its sounds. It’s very one on one because of the small sizes of the groups which makes the ceremonies and following integration sessions all the more special, unique, and personal.
I see much more coming from this place. It’s magical. Everyone works together to provide a great experience full of their contributing knowledge, which is a lot! As a twice cancer survivor, I was taken care of just the way I needed to be. Although not a Gerson Institute, they follow Gerson protocol for those with a history of cancer who are needing a break from all the prep work, or continuing that alternative treatment program, or for those who want to learn more about it. A great reset for the physical body as well as emotional, spiritual and psychological. This place and what everyone is doing here means so much. It brings hope. Much more than that, I’m leaving here with a future.
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$1,195.00
7 Day / 6 Nights: Includes 3 Ceremonies: Choose from Ayahuasca , Psilocybin & San Pedro +
Refund & Cancellation Policy
The event is 100% refundable if cancelled 30+ days before the event start date. The event is 50% refundable if cancelled 15-29 days before the start date. There's no refund for cancellation 0-14 days before an event.