Regenerative Shamanism retreat - 9 day 4 San Pedro ceremonies and 2 Optional Kambo ceremonies - in the Sacred Valley, Peru

I have participated in other medicines spaces at other retreat facilities, and I slowly developed fears around these spaces. However, after a few consultation calls with Shaman Samer and Gemma I could feel the excitement and trust in my own body that this would be very different and beneficial.

The facility itself was welcoming, grounding, safe and the food provided was outstanding. From the very beginning, it was evident that Shaman Samer and Gemma were more than just instructors; they were compassionate guides on a shared journey of healing and self-discovery. Their genuine kindness and love radiated from every interaction.

The last few years I have become more consciously aware of my battle with childhood traumas that have left me with heavy burdens of guilt, shame and worthiness. These burdens have also manifested in my body as severe stomach disorders that I cannot seem to shake.

Each ceremony is special in their own way and the final ceremony hike is forever my most life changing experience. I left with new perspectives, new understandings, and an excitement for the future. I felt a more grounded connection to my body and to Mother Nature. I could feel that my mind and body overall were calmer and lighter. For the first time I could feel the depth of my own heart and what that means to live from the heart. Shaman Samer and Gemma’s approach was not just professional but deeply personal, as they took the time to connect with each participant on a soul level. Whether through one-on-one conversations, group activities, or heartfelt gestures of kindness, they made it their mission to ensure that everyone felt seen, heard, and valued.

Their knowledge of healing with food was super impactful for me as well. Not only did they help me develop a plan for healing when I return home, but I had a major stomach flareup during the retreat. They met me with such compassion and accommodation to ensure I was able to continue to participate pain free. Through their gentle guidance and unwavering support, they created a safe container where we could open our hearts, share our stories, and release the burdens we had been carrying for far too long. I have been home about a month now and I can say for certain this has been the best integration process I have experienced by far. Communicating with San Pedro, Kambo and Rapé was the best choice I could have made at this point in my life. I am forever grateful to the medicine, Shaman Samer and Gemma.

Recently, I participated in a Samadhi healing retreat led by Samer.

Samer has extensive knowledge and experience with plant medicines and diets. His retreat is well-organized and structured down to the last detail (accommodation, food, ceremonies). Everything is taken care of, allowing me to focus on healing and experiencing true transformation.

I highly recommend Samadhi Healing If you seek a holistic experience that encompasses mental, emotional, and physical healing.

Samer and Gemma guided our group through a San Pedro ceremony. I felt safe, taken care of, and had an incredible experience

They are very knowledgable and enhance the experience with their musical talents and insights

Highly recommend!

Gracias ❤️

One of the first things that attracted me to Samadi Healing, and Shaman Samer Mouawad, is that he is accessible online for consultations. I was able to speak with him many times before the retreat, and this allowed me to share my struggles, understand his approach, and get to know Samer as a person. He is a genuine and kind person with a sincere desire to help anyone who asks for his help. He speaks four languages fluently which makes him very accessible to people from many different backgrounds. He has an extensive knowledge of plant medicine and how nutrition contributes to our overall health. His many years of experience has allowed him to develop a holistic approach to healing that incorporates plant medicine, food therapy, sound therapy, and an intuitive, intimate approach to each person’s individual needs for healing.

This retreat exceeded my expectations in many ways. I was amazed at how the combination of San Pedro, Kambo, nutritious food, and heart felt conversation opened my world to a new way to live, a life where love is the foundation for all action. Samer started each ceremony with gentle icaros and then transitioned into shamanic drumming and singing bowls to harmonize the energy in the room. As a finale, he played gongs with a masterful finesse that filled the room with deep earthly sounds. Then, in very simple words, he would carefully explain how self-love is the key to healing and the release of suffering. I also admired how Samer paid close attention to the needs of all guests, providing personal attention and guidance where needed, every step of the way.

Samadi Healing has mastered the art of helping people feel at home within their heart. I am very grateful for the impact this retreat has had on my life, and I highly recommend Samadi Healing to anyone looking for a positive transformational experience.

How to even begin... I've spent 15 years attending various plant medicine retreats looking to address issues that had not been resolved after the previous 20 years were spent scouring various meditative and physical practices for answers. I feel safe in saying this recent retreat with Samer, my first with him as the shamanic practitioner, was the BEST in terms of making actual palpable progress on that journey. I feel like I not only made progress, but feel like I got some closure on what sent me seeking in the first place. I'm excited for the first time in years to feel like I can finally open up to what the next chapter of my story might hold.

Everything in his retreat is intentionally designed to make that happen. The meals are delicious, but more than that, each ingredient in each meal is chosen to support your physical health, rather than potentially create inflammation which you might experience in ceremony later. The San Pedro medicine he prepares is *quite* strong, so I found I can work with it all day at a small dose that was not at all rough on my gut. On the alternating days, Kambo and rapé' were offered as options to help purge the physical body. Cycling between the diet, purgatives, and heart-opening effect San Pedro, you can really start to see the compounding effects by the time the 4th round of San Pedro comes around.

I also very much appreciated the pinpoint mentoring that Samer provided to help move me past where I kept getting stuck. Part of the reason I kept doing ceremonies because I could feel something I needed was there, but I just wasn't getting it. Samer was able to say just what I needed to get my mind to calm down and get out of the way so the medicine could start to work. He was also able to provide guidance on specific changes to make in my daily life to support the energetic changes that came up in the ceremonies, and I look forward to implementing them.

I look forward to the day I can return and see how things have changed, as well as to the day he and Gemma publish a cookbook (hint hint nudge nudge!!) I hope you will consider doing so as well. You are in for a fascinating time.