Discover Your Journey in the Peruvian Amazon with APL Journeys
Experience an authentic cultural immersion in the Amazon rainforest near Pucallpa, where traditional Shipibo ceremonial practices meet a structured retreat environment designed for reflection, learning, and personal exploration.
Program Highlights
Authentic Shipibo Ceremonies
• Four traditional Ayahuasca ceremonies guided by experienced Shipibo Onanya (traditional practitioners)
• Ceremonial songs (Ikaros) performed during the ceremonies
Amazon Experience
• Guided excursions in the Amazon rainforest
• Opportunities to explore local nature and culture
Integration and Community
• Group integration circles and sharing sessions
• Small group setting supporting meaningful connections
• Time for personal reflection and journaling
Accommodation and Meals
• 7 nights comfortable accommodation in the Amazon
• Fresh plant-based meals prepared according to retreat dietary guidelines
Support and Preparation
• Pre-retreat preparation materials and orientation
• Post-retreat integration call and ongoing group support
Curandero and Master-Shaman with 32 years experience of working with sacred plants
Pepe is a highly regarded shaman from the Shipibo tribe in Peru, who began his training as a Curandero at the young age of 12 under the guidance of his Maestro and uncle, Antonio Vasquez Galarreta. Throughout his life, Pepe has dedicated himself to dieting with various Teacher-Plants, gaining a wealth of knowledge and experience in the shamanic arts.
Today, Pepe is a recognizable figure on a global scale, thanks to the Netflix documentary "The Last Shaman." The title serves as a testament to Pepe's unwavering dedication and expertise in Amazonian Plant Medicine and Ayahuasca, and his reputation as one of the most revered shamans in the community.
Details of this retreat
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Retreat
Perfect for those seeking a balanced, community-driven experience:
4 Ayahuasca Ceremonies led by experienced shamans
Guided Amazon excursions
Integration circles and group activities
Nutritious meals and comfortable accommodations
Master-Plant Dieta
Ideal for introspective seekers desiring deep spiritual work:
6 days of isolation in private accommodations
Strict dietary protocol
3 intimate Ayahuasca ceremonies
Connection with sacred Teacher Plants
Schedule
Example of the first day
10:00 AM — Group meeting at the hotel
1:00 PM — Arrival at the retreat center and orientation
2:00 PM — Lunch with the group
4:00 PM — Introduction meeting
7:00 PM — Dinner and preparations for the program.
Nearest International Airport
The nearest international airport is Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, which is well connected to major cities around the world.
Local Airport
From Lima, you will take a short domestic flight to FAP Captain David Abensur Rengifo International Airport (PCL) in Pucallpa. Several airlines operate daily flights between Lima and Pucallpa, with a flight time of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
We recommend arriving in Pucallpa at least one day before the retreat begins so you have time to rest after your journey.
Meeting Point
A Telegram group will be created for all participants 14 days before the retreat. This group will be used to share travel updates, tips, and coordinate arrival details.
On the first day of the retreat, participants will meet at Costa del Sol Wyndham Pucallpa Hotel, conveniently located in the city center. If you arrive earlier, you may also choose to stay at this hotel.
From there, our team will organize the transfer to the boat station, where participants will board a private boat to the retreat center.
Our team will assist with coordination and provide guidance to ensure everyone arrives smoothly. If you have any questions about travel arrangements, you can reach out through the Telegram group or contact us directly.
Accommodation
✩ Separate Bathrooms
The temple is equipped with 6 separate toilets and 2 showers, conveniently located on opposite sides for men and women.
✩ Unique Structure
The ceremonial house is a unique structure built from high-quality materials, offering a beautiful 360-degree view of the surrounding rainforest.
✩ Comfortable Rooms
Each house features two double rooms with private bathrooms, both offering views of the rainforest. Guests can also book a private stay in a room.
Room size with terrace: 57 m²
Room size: 36 m²
✩ High-End Bungalows
The bungalows are available as private accommodation or shared between two participants, designed with spacious living areas and a comfortable layout.
Room size with terrace: 68 m²
Room size: 55 m²
✩ Facilities
Hot water shower and toilet
Mini fridge and teapot
Wi-Fi
Fans
Desk with chair
Wardrobe
Standard table with four chairs (bungalow)
Coffee table with two armchairs (bungalow)
Couch (bungalow)
Shared doble room
Private Bungalow
Private 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
Ceremonial Temple
Spacious ceremonial temple with a 30-meter (98-foot) radius.
The space can comfortably accommodate up to 40 participants, but groups are limited to 16 participants to ensure a more personal experience and plenty of space between mattresses.
Separate Bathrooms
The temple includes 6 separate toilets and 2 showers, located on opposite sides for men and women.
Facilities
• Hot water shower and toilet
• Safe box
• Fans
• Desk with chair
• Wi-Fi
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
We carefully adhere to an Ayahuasca dietary protocol during our retreats to ensure participants' well-being and reduce health risks during ceremonies.
What's Included
What’s included
• 4 Ayahuasca ceremonies
• Individual consultation with a traditional Peruvian shaman
• Individual or group consultations with APL’s therapist / integration coach
• Integration circles after each ceremony
• Educational talks from the master shaman and facilitators
• Flower baths (Baños de Flores)
• 7 nights accommodation
• Meals during the retreat (no dinner on ceremony days)
• Free time to relax, read, write, rest, or swim
What's Not Included
What’s not included
• Flights to Pucallpa, Peru
Airfare to Pucallpa is not included. Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel.
• Travel insurance
Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel insurance for the duration of the retreat.
• Transfers from/to Pucallpa airport
Airport transfers are not included. Participants meet at the designated hotel meeting point on the first day, where group transportation to the retreat center will be organized.
• Individual support sessions before or after the retreat
The program includes group integration circles, but individual one-on-one sessions with specialists before or after the retreat are not included and can be arranged separately if desired.
Customer Reviews
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5.0
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The best Retreat Centre
I have previously experienced Ayahuasca in different settings and must say that this one was hands down, the best.
Such a warm welcome from the people and a loving house in the most beautiful nature.
There was no rush. There was plenty of time to arrive, to settle and to explore. Zero pressure.
I have felt so much love coming from the facilitators. Not only towards the medicine, but towards the act of service and fostering a safe and secure space where everyone feels relaxed and able to express their true authentic self.
There was no pretentiousness. It was a very loving experience that nurtures healing and rest.
It is truly the perfect setting for everyone who is looking for healing and transformation.
For me, it was the first time experiencing a Shipibo Shaman. My wildest imaginations were blown! José did truly an amazing job. There was so much wisdom and healing coming from him.
I am deeply touched and grateful to have experienced this in this lifetime.
Everyone who feels the call or curiosity to join this place, please do.
In comparison to other retreats that I have been to, this one has been the best (by far!).
I can highly and truly recommend it.
5.0
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Highly recommended
APL are very professional. The team are all amazing people and they made me feel very supported, cared for and safe.
5.0
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Life altering
The work has just begun. The retreat was very well organized and the people were so knowledgeable experts. I truly appreciated their experience with the medicine and how they could relate to what I was going through. Being supported with counselling plus the medicine and the shaman, made for a total holistic approach to this. I also liked that it wasn't just ayahuasca, but we were also introduced and educated about other master plants and amazon medicine and were able to try it. It was encouraged that we try everything that we were comfortable with and then we have the ability to go further.
I was nervous to arrive to a location with 14 strangers. But they all became close friends. Sharing all our secrets and feelings and then going through the ceremonies deepened our connection to each other and to madre aya.
Overall, it was life-altering experience. One that has embarked me on a new journey. A new path. Thank you to my group and the APL team.
5.0
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Everything was perfect
If you want to do Ayahuasca in Europe this is the place to go. Every single person in the team made my experience special. I had a great time, I felt like at home and I literally have only positive things to say.
The kitchen team managed to make delicious dishes every day despite of all the limitations we had, Amanda, Boris and Aleksandr, our facilitators, supported us in every step of the journey, they really know what they are doing, so if you are looking for people who have experience with the medicine, you are in a safe place here. Our curandero was Alberto, again he grew up with Ayahuasca so he knows the medicine like the back of his hands and answered any of our questions, was always there available to talk to us and give us guidance. The villa is beautiful and in a great location, immerse in nature.
Again, I highly recommend APL Journeys, it was my first experience with Ayahuasca and I never felt scared or uncomfortable.
5.0
A Life Changing Experience Facilitated by an Experienced, Caring and Knowledgeable Team
Hello to one and all. I have had the pleasure of attending two ayahuasca retreats with APL Shamanic Journeys.
I must admit that I, like everyone else who is about to have a psychedelic experience with and under the supervision of strangers, was a bit apprehensive at first. Those apprehensions were dispelled upon meeting the APL team on the very first day (and all the days that followed). They gave us all a very warm welcome, made us feel at home and comfortable. Over the next days their guidance and education about what to expect with the experiences during the ceremonies satisfied all our curiosities despite not influencing our very personal journeys in any way. Boris, Alex, Amanda and Celeste are all very experienced in working with the plant medicine and helping others to have their own personal awakening through the experience with Ayahuasca. No mater the doubt, worry or assistance that we required, they, as a team, having their own personal, unique knowledge and experience with the plant medicine were always there for us.
Last but not the least, the Shaman Anel has vast experience working with Ayahuasca as a healer. His beautiful Ícaros kept us safe and guided us all on on our journeys during the ceremonies. He has the strength, knowledge and ability to sense the flow of the ceremony and the flow of each participants’ own personal journey and guides each person towards reaching where they need to reach.
Personally, I only have good things to say about the two retreats that I have attended. I have not just observed the team as they work with each member of the group but have also perceived them at higher states of consciousness during the ceremonies and I can say with absolute certainty that their intentions are pure and that their purpose is singular, to help everyone who attends their ceremonies to reach where they need to reach and to bring the knowledge of this wonderful teacher plant to humanity. They tailor their interaction and help to each participant depending his/her own personal needs. They work tirelessly to help guide and care for everyone. And it doesn’t end there, once the retreat is over, they devote their time to helping all participants to integrate their experience into their daily life and way of thinking.
I recommend APL Shamanic Journeys to all those looking to have a life changing experience.
Godspeed!
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Available Dates
May 16 - 23, 2026
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