7-Day Ayahuasca & Huachuma Retreat with Psychotherapy Integration

Name: 7-Day Ayahuasca & Huachuma Retreat with Psychotherapy Integration
Start: 2026-09-24
End: 2026-10-01
Location: Takinuna Healing Centre

Río Momón, Peru

Up to 6 in group

September 24 - October 1, 2026

A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost

Retreat Highlights

-Safe and spiritually protected ceremonies guided by experienced Amazonian shamans
-Psychotherapeutic support after each ceremony, including integration sessions
-Trauma-informed, compassionate approach with personalized care
-Intimate group size (maximum 6 participants) for safety and deeper connection
-Thoughtful combination of day-time Huachuma ceremonies and night-time Ayahuasca journeys
-Deep emotional, spiritual, and energetic support throughout the process
-Daily consultations with the shamans for questions and personal guidance
-Powerful integration of ancestral wisdom and integrative psychotherapy
-Facilitators present and available at all times to ensure comfort and trust
-Designed to support inner transformation, emotional healing, and spiritual growth

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Cesar

Florencia

Israel

Cesar Vasquez - Master Shaman Ayahuasca, Huachuma, Tobacco & Camalonga

César Vásquez is the founder and co-director of Takinuna Healing Centre. A Tronco Huachumero, Ayahuasquero, Tabaquero, and Camalonguero, César has dedicated over 20 years to the healing path of Amazonian plant medicines. He is widely respected for his deep expertise and powerful healing abilities, which have supported the transformation of many who seek genuine spiritual and emotional renewal. His ceremonies, guided by ancestral knowledge and intuitive mastery, create a sacred space where participants can reconnect with their inner truth and heal deeply. César works with Ayahuasca, Huachuma (San Pedro), Mapacho, and Camalonga, facilitating a process of profound energetic cleansing and realignment. His ceremonies are spiritually protected and held with great care, ensuring safety, integrity, and deep respect for each person’s process. He is fully committed to creating safe, grounded, and respectful healing environments. Protective and attentive, César safeguards the ceremonial space, guiding each participant with humility, strength, and wisdom. Through his work at Takinuna, he continues to be a trusted healer and visionary teacher for those called to reconnect with nature and walk the path of plant medicine with authenticity and depth.

Florencia Ferrari - Licenced Psychologist, MA Art Psychotherapy & Nature-based therapy,, Shaman trainee

Florencia Ferrari is a highly skilled and compassionate psychologist with over 10 years of experience in psychotherapy. As the co-director of Takinuna Healing Centre, she brings a unique blend of academic training and spiritual insight to every retreat. Holding a Master’s degree in Art Psychotherapy from Roehampton University in London, Florencia specializes in creative, trauma-informed, and holistic approaches to healing. Her work bridges the depth of Western psychology with the ancestral traditions of plant medicine, creating a profoundly integrative healing space. Currently immersed in shamanic training under the guidance of her partner César Vásquez, she is deepening her ability to support each person’s transformation on emotional, spiritual, and energetic levels. She leads group integration sessions after ceremonies, drawing on art therapy and embodied practices to help participants process their experiences and ground them meaningfully. With a deep understanding of emotional depth and inner transformation, Florencia holds space with presence, empathy, and care—meeting each individual with unconditional support, authenticity, and trust. Her presence is a guiding light on the journey of self-discovery, healing, and reconnection with one’s true nature.

Israel Murayari - Master Ayahuasquero

With over 58 years devoted to traditional Amazonian medicine, Don Israel is a highly respected Ayahuasquero Healing Shaman. Born into the Kokama indigenous community, he immersed himself in the sacred traditions of the Amazon from an early age. Throughout his extensive career, Don Israel has cultivated a transformative space for those seeking healing and self-discovery. His profound connection to plant medicine and decades of experience enable him to guide participants toward inner peace, personal growth, and spiritual awakening. Now, due to his age, Don Israel serves as an external consultant, sharing his invaluable wisdom and offering guidance to ensure the continuation of his legacy. His approach, deeply rooted in ancient traditions and enriched by a lifetime of practice, resonates deeply with those who seek the profound healing potential of Amazonian plant medicine under the guidance of a true master.

Details of this retreat

This immersive retreat offers a powerful opportunity to explore the sacred synergy between Ayahuasca and Huachuma (San Pedro)—two master plants that guide you through deep healing, clarity, and spiritual awakening. Ideal for those seeking inner transformation and connection to nature, this 7-day experience is grounded in traditional Amazonian wisdom and enhanced by professional psychotherapeutic support.

You will participate in two nighttime Ayahuasca ceremonies led by experienced native shamans, where deep emotional and spiritual cleansing takes place. Complementing this journey, you will also take part in two daytime Huachuma ceremonies, which open the heart, awaken consciousness, and facilitate connection with the Earth and others in a grounded, expansive way.

Our unique approach includes integration sessions after the ceremonies with a professional psychotherapist trained in art and depth psychotherapy, offering a safe space to explore your experiences and support long-term healing. You will also receive plant treatments, consultation with the shamans, rest in peaceful natural surroundings, and be supported throughout by a compassionate, multidisciplinary team.

This journey offers a rare and transformative path into the heart of plant medicine healing—guided by tradition, protected by spirit, and integrated with integrative psychoterapeutic support.

Schedule

Our retreats offer a balanced mix of activities that support the ayahuasca process, including nature walks, group sharing, and visits to indigenous communities. We also value time for rest and integration.

The following schedule is Day 3 of our 8 day ayahuasca & bobinsana retreat:

8:00 plant cleansing & plant infusion
9:00 breakfast
10:00 integration session with art therapy
12:30 lunch
15:30 visit to indigenous community
17.30 rest and get ready for ceremony
19:00 gather at the maloka for ayahuasca ceremony

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Takinuna Healing Centre, Río Momón, Peru

Directions

To reach us, first fly into Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru. From there, take a domestic flight to Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta Airport (IQT) in Iquitos, as Iquitos is only accessible by air or river and receives domestic flights only.

We recommend booking your arrival in Iquitos around 2:00 p.m., if possible.

Upon arrival, we will pick you up at the airport or, depending on timing, at a nearby restaurant where you can wait comfortably. From there, you’ll be driven to the port, where a private boat will take you to our retreat centre, located just 40 minutes from Iquitos, deep in the Amazon rainforest.

Accommodation

Our rooms are designed to support rest, privacy, and energetic renewal. You can choose between private rooms or shared rooms (maximum 2 guests per room), each with a private bathroom to ensure comfort and personal space. We maintain a small-group setting to preserve a peaceful, intimate atmosphere that supports deep healing and personal attention. The rooms are spacious yet minimalist, blending natural materials with simple design to encourage clarity, stillness, and connection with nature. To honor the natural rhythms of the jungle, the rooms do not have electricity, but are equipped with solar-powered fans and candles for evening use. This environment invites you to disconnect from distractions and fully immerse in the healing experience.

Program Price (shared room)

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

Takinuna is a peaceful retreat with a minimalist design, immersed in the Amazon rainforest. It features spacious rooms, a traditional maloka for ceremonies and treatments, and a terrace for relaxing with tea. Open spaces allow for a deep connection with nature, while jungle paths offer scenic walks. Guests can enjoy meals in the communal dining area and take in breathtaking views from our viewpoint, creating an ideal setting for healing, reflection, and immersion in the natural world.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

We serve fresh, plant-based meals with local ingredients. Options include fish, chicken, and eggs. Meals are ayahuasca-friendly, light, and nourishing to support the healing process.

What's Included

-6 nights of accommodation at our Amazonian healing center
-2 Ayahuasca ceremonies guided by experienced shamans
-2 Huachuma (San Pedro) day-time ceremonies guided by expert huachumeros
-Plant and mapacho cleansings after the ceremonies
-Consultations with the shamans before and after the ceremonies
-Psychotherapy integration sessions with a professional integrative psychoterhapist with optional art therapy
-Group integration and sharing circles
-Full-time presence of support facilitators and translators (English–Spanish)
-Personalized plant treatments if needed
-All meals prepared with care: plant-based, fresh, and ayahuasca diet-appropriate (eggs, fish and chicken are included upon request)
-Transfer from Iquitos to the center and back (car + boat)
-Access to nature trails and spaces for rest, journaling, and reflection
-Herbal teas and purified drinking water available at all times
-Ongoing emotional and spiritual support throughout the retreat

What's Not Included

-Flights to and from Iquitos, Peru
-Travel insurance (recommended)
-Personal expenses and souvenirs
-Personal hygiene items (toothpaste, shampoo, soap, etc.)
-Additional therapies or private sessions outside of the retreat program
-Tips or gratuities for staff (optional but appreciated)

7-Day Ayahuasca & Huachuma Retreat with Psychotherapy Integration

Retreat Highlights