Find Authentic Retreats in Pucallpa Peru

"APL are very professional. The team are all amazing people and they made me feel very supported, cared for and safe. "

"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."

"I absolutely ADORE Cielo, Kelly, the shamans, and the other people that this center attracts. They are all fantastic and truly kind humans that made my week there unforgettable. Cielo is so funny and her home is gorgeous. I'm so happy that I chose to stay at her center, she is truly invested in making this experience as transformative for you as possible. You take a boat out from Pucallpa during the rainy season and it's so beautiful with dolphins in the lake (some of them are the rare pink dolphins!) and you stay at a lodge that Kelly manages. She doesn't speak much English but she's a sweetheart and her sassiness is still very apparent. She catered to all my vegetarian needs and let me just say the food is spectacular - so fresh and delicious it kind of ruined all other fruits for me now that I'm back home in the states haha. There isn't wifi in the lodge (which was wonderful for me to unplug) but there is at Cielo's home and she's very accommodating if you need to use it. The ayahuasca ceremonies are held out in a very nicely built hut/building out in the forest and the shamans are so sweet and pure hearted. They radiate positive energy and happiness, it's really intoxicating to be around them. My first ceremony I didn't have visions but getting to experience their ceremony both with/without the effects of the ayahuasca was still magical. Also, even though I didn't have visions my first time around, the medicine still worked it's magic on me because I went into the ceremony with a huge knot in my chest from my anxiety and the next day I felt like a weight was lifted off my shoulders and was so peaceful and happy. There is a lot of downtime during the day but disconnecting from the world and learning how to be super present was a rejuvenating experience for me - I recommend bringing a Kindle or some form of entertainment for the transition away from constantly being glued to screens. I thought the lack of AC and all the mosquitos would be awful, but honestly the nights were cool enough, my skin was radiant by the end of the week, and a good dousing of bug spray in the mornings kept the flies at bay. All in all, I HIGHLY recommend staying with Cielo if you're looking for a magical ayahuasca experience in the Amazon rainforest. "

"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. "

"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. "

"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!"

"As this was my first experience of this kind, I had no expectations of what was to happen and how I would feel, all I knew was that I wanted change within my life. The APL team made me feel really comfortable as did the wonderful group of human beings I spent my week with These guys (APL) are the real deal and what they do comes from their hearts! very knowledgable and committed to their practise The Shaman guided me through my intentions helping formulate what was right for me to enter my journey with focus. There is no doubt this experience changed my life for the better, I have so much to take away and work on for my future. I wont share details of my experience as everyone has their own journey which is unique to them, what I will say is this, whatever happens, happens for the right reasons, go with it and there is so much to gain Peace and Love to the APL team, I already know I will be back xx"

"I arrived feeling a little apprehensive having never been on a retreat like this. I was welcomed by Boris and Sacha, who turned out to be the two incredibly inspiring and interesting Russian guys who founded the company. They, along with Amanda, a beautiful, powerful and deeply caring woman from the USA and Roman, the grounded, insightful and humorous Shaman from Ecuador created a very safe space for myself and the other guests to delve into this experience fully. The supporting team running the beautiful finca, including the very talented chef Daniella, also helped with making the retreat a very nurturing and relaxing one. One thing that is really affirmed throughout, is the sacredness of ayahuasca and the ceremonies. Everyone involved is deeply connected to guest's healing and intention, no matter how seemingly big or small it is. The integration chats post ceremonies are performed in a manner where there is no judgement, insights and support are offered if required but the focus is always on this being the individual's journey. I left feeling put back on the right path, reconnected to myself, like I'd been cleansed on the physical, emotional, mental and energetic levels. The work doesn't stop once you leave, the team are supportive post the retreat as they, along with mama ayahuasca (for me), help you to realise that there is not a final destination, the practice of feeling aligned and healthy in life is a continual process based on how we choose to show up every day for ourselves and others. My favourite thing about the experience is the amount I laughed and shared with others in seemingly uncomfortable situations! Anyone looking for an authentic ayahuasca retreat outside of the Amazon combined with feeling fully supported must go on a APL Journeys retreat."

"The retreat with APL was above my expectation. The team is experienced and was always ready to answer all my questions. During the ceremonies, when things got hard, they provided the right guidance and emotional support to regain control. I felt the passion and love of the crew. The Shaman was experienced, humble and approachable. He became a friend by the end of the week. I recommend this retreat to anyone who is looking for an authentic intense ayahuasca ceremony."

"What can I say? This is always a very personal journey and mine was profound and beautiful, but one thing is for sure, the beautiful souls at APL are doing this for all the right reasons, their expertise will put all your concerns to rest. And their care will guide you through your experience. This was my first retreat of this kind and I couldn't be happier and more grateful to have done it through APL"

"I was completely shocked over how well this was made. The professionalism of all the crew, their knowledge about Ayahuasca and how to prepare and fullfil ceremonies in the best possible way, the location and the house we lived in. This is the way to have an incredible Ayahuasca experience. I recommend this to EVERYONE."

"I wasn’t in a great place when I arrived but already felt better when meeting the other participants and especially the facilitators. Their professionalism is beyond incredible and they are always, yes Always there if you need/want anything. These are the kind of people you want to have around when doing something as serious and difficult as working with mother ayahuasca. They prepared me and all the other participants perfectly and always made us feel safe and comfortable. The house was very clean and felt very ‘homey’. There really isn’t anything I could think of that i didn’t like about this experience, it fundamentally changed my life. Thanks APL!!"

"I am qualified counsellor, I have 15 years experience in working withIn the field addiction and working with the underlying trauma which is presents itself through recovery . After recommending clients to look at ayahushca as part of their journey I felt after 12 years of deliberating over using the medicine personally, it would be inappropriate not to have a personal understanding. APL Put the medicine in its proper ceremonial setting, which feels very traditional. The teams compassionate and experienced guidance, assists the plant medicine to do its job and Put me in touch with repressed pain and trauma, that I was aware of and explored personal therapy before, however the difference with medicine allowed me to Consciously experience the primal pain which then loosens its hold on us. My experience of ayahuasca is its achieved in a few sittings what many years of psychotherapy can only aspire to. It has allowed me to re-experience inner qualities long been missing in action, such as wholeness, trust, love and a sense of possibility."

"Ayahuasca journey with APL was an out of this world experience, filled with bags of unconditional love, gentleness and professionalism from the Mother medicine, facilitators - Boris, Aleksandr, Amanda, curandero Anael ❤️ and Sasha the chef-true starseed people and of course all the stunning participants. The entire week was a massive eye, heart and mind opening. Acceptance, respect, trust and surrender wrapped with layers and layers of love and Ayahuasca revealed my true self, answered me lots of questions and helped me understand the essence of life. She was gentle and good, intense and intelligent, raw and nourishing. She showed me just one layer of the reality, the begging of a new beautiful journey. The preparation, integrational talks and the one to one meetings with Anael were Perfect. The care and love for us from the organisers and from one individual to another individual were what a long tíme friendship brings. The villa and the surroundings amazing. A tribe filled with love. Awarnes is expanded, heart is soaked in peace, light and compassion and entire being is giving and receiving love and joy. Thank you and I'm so grateful we met. We will meet again soon"

"Boris and the entire team at APL delivered a very organised, professional and supportive experience. Everything from the pre-call to integration on site and even after care shows that APL takes great care and pride in their work - You really get the sense that these guys are switched on and love what they do. Food and accommodation were excellent and the team are super friendly as well - highly, highly recommended APL and will be referring friends and family. Thanks for a fantastic experience!"

"The journey Ive through was overwhelming and very intense. I dont know what Id do with out the facilitators (amanda and borus), they were always there making sure everything is fine and helped go through a lot! and shaman was a real gentle soul! he was very understanding and kind to us. if you have decided on going through with this journey, definitly this retreat is the one to go to!"

"My experience with APL shamanic journeys was everything I could have asked for and more. The team was very professional and provided a safe space for us all to go deep into our healing and our journey with mother ayahuasca. Delicious, Aya-friendly food was served each day, and upon leaving my retreat I now have a deep understanding on the importance of la dieta in respecting the plant and deepening the process of working with the medicine. Additionally, working with the Shaman, Anhel, was truly a gift. He held the space with such love and care for each individual person in the group. We were able to speak one-on-one with him and communicate our experiences, intentions and personal reasons for working with the plant. His deep love and connection with ayahuasca really impacted my journey and allowed me to go deep into my healing and transformation. I’m so thankful to have had the opportunity to work with such a loving group of people and I highly recommend APL to anyone who is really ready for change in their life. APL is educational, healing and transformative. You will leave with a new sense of direction, self love and a soul family to continue your journey following the ceremony."

"I am just back from a 6 days retreat in Portugal. It was magical beyond words. The team offers ceremonies in a traditional way with an authentic Peruvian sjaman. And that really makes all the difference. The experience goes so much deeper, the healing is stronger, and it gives a lot of trust knowing that you are guided by someone who has the right experience. The team is really nice, well-grounded and always there when you need them - and that's important when you are traveling in the other dimensions :-). The whole experience is life changing and I highly recommend it."

"What an experience! Came seeking answers, yet left with so much more. The APL team made such an effort to make us feel safe and comfortable, answering our questions with patience and understanding. Without doubt the most spiritual and healing experience of my life. Literally found myself again. Cannot speak highly enough of the team, the Shaman and the entire set up."

"This was the most amazing experience of my life. This amazing team are dedicated to allowing Aya to fill your life with love and deep change for the better. It is not an easy journey but if you open your heart and trust you will be blessed. This is a unique and beautiful experience get it while it lasts!"

"Just home after 6 day retreat with APL in Portugal. This was the most challenging, amazing, loving, beautiful week of my life and was exactly what I needed to move on into my future. For the first time in years I am stepping forward with a light, happy, joyous heart and with many new soulmates along side me. To say this was life changing is not an exaggeration and I would like to thank Aneal our Shaman, Boris and the others from not only the bottom of my heart but from the depth of my soul as well. I am tearful with joy writing this and can’t recommend this retreat enough. It scores 6 stars out of 5.❤️"

"I already have experience with Ayahuasca and took part in different ceremonies in different places. From that experience I can absolutely recommend APL if it's your first experience or your 100th. We had 3 ceremonies in Portugal and all of them were unique and special. I always felt safe and protected by the Shaman and all the facilitators. I especially liked their approach that the work with the medicine requiers discipline and respect. With this set and setting I didn't get disturbed by others and everybody could focus on their intention and their inner work. Everybody from the team shared a lot of knowledge that goes beyond Ayahuasca. If a friend asked me where to have his first experience, I can definitely recommend APL."

"Spent my second retreat in Portugal with APL Journeys this September 2019. I came back because of the professionalism of the APL team; and their caring approach, which made me feel totally safe and cared for while going through my experiences. Respect, Trust, Surrender. This approach has an authentic Shamanic approach, even when in Portugal, you feel the power of the plant medicine, as if you were in the Peruan jungle. We learnt a lot about Shamanic tradition, about the characteristics and the spirits of the plants, and the power of the plants. The guidance by master Shamans Anael and Alberto was so sincere, so real, so in contact with 'what we cannot see' - I dream of their Icarus and it gives me strength. In my first visit I unfortunately did not have an incredible experience, with visions and big insights, which had more to do with my own internal blockades than the ceremonies or Aya. However, when returning home, changes began to happen in my head, in my mood, in my general outlook in life. I became more positive, happier, easier to let go of yesterdays ghosts. A significant improvement in my mood and wellbeing. So even if it didn't work there, it did work afterwards. So of course I returned for more beneficial effects. And this time my experience was very significant. Not only did I have some beautiful visions, but I had epiphanies and huge insights into my character, my life, and where I was going in the wrong direction. Now in the last 5 days after the retreat my insights keep on coming. Like peeling an onion, layers of my old self are dropping off, and I am seeing myself for who I truly am. The group we had was so warm and loving. Being trueful to each other, confessing our worst dreams and fears, sharing our experiences together and how we were coping, was such a beautiful experience. Mind-blowing. There was a real connection there. Something you do not witness many times in life. Also thanks to the sincerest guidance by Boris, Sasha, Celeste, Amanda. What beauty. Thank you APL team for this. One of the most beautiful experiences of my life. I will be back again. She is a real medicine. healing is good."

"This has been the best,most beautiful and most intense experience I have ever had in my life,a life changing experience. Everything was amazing,starting with the location,the mansion,the retreat team,the shaman and the group of people that joined the retreat. I highly reccomend this to everybody that needs any kind of help, phisical, mental or spiritual. Namaste :)"

"This has been the best,most beautiful and most intense experience I have ever had in my life,a life changing experience. Everything was amazing,starting with the location,the mansion,the retreat team,the shaman and the group of people that joined the retreat. I highly reccomend this to everybody that needs any kind of help, phisical, mental or spiritual. Namaste :)"

"I participated in a six day Retreat in Portugal with APL and had an amazing experience!!! Boris and Sasha are fully trustworthy and extremely knowledgeable. They truly care about their guests and take Shaminism very seriously. We had the absolute pleasure to have Anael as our Shaman for the week. The kindness and love that this man pours into you is beyond description. He wants to know about you and your intentions and is fully committed to helping in every way possible. Such power this gentle man possesses to keep everyone safe during the Ceremonies hard to believe unless you have witnessed it for yourself. Thank you so very much for everything you gave to us!! I mean that from the bottom of my heart :)"

"The instructors are what makes this a truly unique experience! Though they were open and willing to accommodate individual preferences and modifications."

"Each of the yoga classes brings with own unique styles and energy. Amazing Ayahuasca experience, which was lead by Alberto. Great experience!!!"

"PERU is such a special place!! It’s calling me again already"

"I felt at home as soon as I arrived. Alberto and Boris were so welcoming !! They were available during my entire stay, with good advices and checking eveything was ok. Thank you!"