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"One of the most amazing experiences and retreats i have been on. From the staff, the property, the food and Michele's yoga and meditation classes, everything is amazing. The most calm, at peace, relaxed and connected with myself i have ever felt. Couldn't recommend this place enough. "

"Two years ago I did my first dieta (with Ajo Sacha) and in May of last year I joined the Vedic immersion retreat at Sinchi Runa, dieting with Bobinsana. For the Vedic retreat Daru Krishna was also present to give information about each person's astrological chart and he gave great insights about Ayurveda. I am deeply grateful for Sanango's wisdom, sometimes harsh when needed :), and the rest of the team for always being there if any doubts or questions arise or if you just need a hug or a cry. The food has always been great! Nourishing and you can feel the care that has been put in to make it. The location in Lepe is away from any busy areas and is perfect for a silent retreat communicating with nature. Grateful for the insights gained and all the teachings learned! With love, Sheela"

"I loved the retreat and its concept. The importance given to preparation, the way of eating, silence and introspection set the Sinchi Runa retreat apart from all the others I've been to. I recommend this unique experience to everyone."

"Sinchi Runa is a tranquil, safe, loving environment. A space that just allowed me to just be during my retreats. Greeted with warmest, welcoming smiles from the team, which instantly helped me feel cared for. We were all introduced and given an overview of how everything runs, along with the importance of silence, and what silence actually is. We were assured that the silence doesn't extend to the team if and when needed; I (the group) could talk to Maestro Sanango, Ananda, Madhava or Arjuna. I found that questions were not only welcomed but encouraged, Maestro Sanango wanted everyone to have as much information as possible on the plants, the process, philosophies, how we're cared for, why the guidelines are there. Everything seems to have a place and a purpose. All this just added to my feeling of safety and care. The meditations were really very helpful, learning to focus on the breath, everything just seems to be in order to help the participants truly get the most out of their experience and journey. The ceremonies guided expertly and beautifully by Maestro Sanango, he sings and chants as well as playing solely instrumental music through a speaker, which was all beautiful and purposeful. The team are professional, experienced, caring, loving and so welcoming. The site is clean, hygienic and well looked after. The food is season appropriate and so full of love (i've had retreats both in colder snd warmer months), and as I saw it happily caters to all. I can't recommend Sinchi Runa more highly from my experience. So much gratitude and love to all. Thank you so much 🤍"

"'Do something today that your future self will thank you for', sums up this life-affirming experience. This is the something. Intense, profound, transformational. If you are reading this, your soul has already chosen, and you must listen. You will be changed in ways you cannot forsee or describe but your spirit will be eternally joyful for. Thank you Sinchi Runa x "

"I stayed at Sinchi Runa a year ago for a 10 day retreat, and more recently left after a 3 month deep immersion stay. I don’t know how to sum up all that was learned, understood, let go of, and more, in writing, for fear it being too long and putting you all to sleep! I would say that since I grew out of being a baby, and could eat and drink by my self, my time at Sinchi Runa was the most vulnerable I’ve been. I’m very thankful to them that it was their care I was vulnerable. I could give so many examples of where I’m thankful that Sanango was ‘taking’ or ‘leading’ (I’m not exactly sure the word for it) the ceremony, but one that springs to mind was in an Ayahuasca ceremony, I was panicking! I asked for help, and Ananda and Sanango came to my aid and helped me process what I was going through. I recall many challenging Kambo ceremonies (In fact I think they all were) but two in particular, in hindsight, I feel blessed that it was Arjuna by my side. Arjuna was a great teacher to me, being in his presence, watching how he interacts with others, and hearing him speak in group sharing taught me a lot, in particular about my pride. Initially, in my consultations with Sanango and Ananda, I was apprehensive to be open because I was cautious around Ananda, and this is nothing against Ananda, it was a reaction I am learning to step out of. I started to trust Ananda, I tried to leave no stone unturned in these consultations, because it became apparent that it was a privilege to have these two know me, all of me. That they were offering help if I was reaching out for it. I don’t want to portray Sanango as a mythical figure, a guru, or something along those lines, partly because I know he doesn’t want that, but it also doesn’t feel right to me. He is the wisest person I’ve come across. Every time I had the chance to speak to him I felt excited. Through my eyes He is brilliant. It seems to me He knows a lot about Love. I can’t fully express what it meant for me to have Sanango as my teacher, or ‘curandaro’. He is upholding or maintaining great teachings, or spirits, forces, at Sinchi Runa. Ananda (tough act to follow) was a great teacher to me and I think he had a great understanding of my ‘process’ and what I was going through. I felt loved by Ananda and he too took great care in protecting my process. We also had a few good laughs. I would say the moments of social interaction with everyone at SinchiRuna were lovely. The food was top notch, Fiona was cooking most of the time whilst I was there, and she is an amazing cook. I noticed how much care was taken in the cooking of the food, and the prep. My portion sizes were always to my desire, and I think I overate most of the time. Fiona was also significant in my journey, she’s great, and so comforting and caring, she made so much effort to protect and care for my ‘Process’. I’m not sure if this is her intention but she really made me feel at home. I felt the crux of my work was in my ‘Diets’ or ‘Dietas’. Up to now these Dietas have been the most challenging chapters of my life, and without a doubt the most rewarding, if the reward is ‘spiritual growth’ or knowledge of the unconscious, in my case. In the Dietas I developed an understanding around deep questions such as: what is pride, what is humility, what is compassion, what is gratitude, in what conditions do these arise. An understanding of who I am, and why I behave the way I behave. What am I doing in the human experience, and so on, and I really could go on. The diets were the most significant periods of learning in my life, and it was hard earned, it was also a learning of how to come out of suffering, my understanding arose from my coming out of my suffering. And so these diets were a rollercoaster of suffering, enlightenment, more boredom than I knew I could handle. It was very draining, very emotional and very rewarding. I do not know of any other facility with the depth of wisdom, knowledge, and care as Sinchi Runa, I don’t think places such as Sinchi Runa are easy to come by, and for me it feels it’s a privilege and a great stroke of luck to have come by Sinchi Runa. "

"What I initially believed to be the most profound experience of my life turned into a nightmare. During my ayahuasca ceremony, I felt an entity enter my body, guiding me through the journey, speaking to me, and revealing things about other dimensions and people—things I could never have known on my own. It even moved my body, a presence so real and insistent that I was certain it was here to help me. After the ceremony, I told what happened to Sanango and asked him what it was, but he gave no concrete response. The entity returned during the second ceremony, and again, I received no answer when I questioned what it was. Fast forward a week, and I began to realize that the entity had attached itself to me—and it was anything but benevolent. What followed were months of torment. It wasn’t a guide; it was an evil entity that refused to leave. In desperation, I had to involve priests and underwent multiple exorcisms. It was, without a doubt, the most terrifying experience of my life. Through this ordeal, I learned that astral entities can attach themselves to people during ceremonies if the space is not properly protected or if the practitioner is not clean. This is common knowledge and many people speak about it. I feel compelled to warn others considering Sinchi Runa: On top of this entity attachment, I had no real debriefing after the ceremonies, no proper guidance, and my concerns about an entity entering my body were completely dismissed. I am still baffled by how such a serious issue could be ignored. --------- Center Response --------- We appreciate that you have shared your experience, and deeply regret this has been so challenging for you. It saddens us to see there has been such a radical change of perspective about your experience, considering you seemed to leave the retreat in a very good state, and the glowing praises shared with us here on the platform that the retreat was “the best gift you could have given yourself”. You unfortunately turned down the continued assistance and online support we offered you when you later contacted us, saying you felt working with exorcisms was more efficient. In our view, as we also suggested to you, solutions such as these that do not depart from a place of understanding related to Master Plants, may reinforce sensations or conclusions that make the experience difficult. Our offer of support is still available to you, and we hope you’ll reach out to us for assistance. Working with Mikaela (Madhava Priya), with 12 years of experience at Sinchi Runa and specialising in post-ayahuasca and integration, is meant to help participants to observe and better understand the phenomena of the mind in front of the so-called subtle world, and to be able understand how these relate to the underlying causes of our suffering, so that we can make the changes necessary to free ourselves. During the retreat, you participated in the integration circles after each session and had personal consultations with Master Sanango, who did offer guidance on your situation. At Sinchi Runa, the importance of self-reflection and humility is highly valued, and we invite participants to be measured and discerning of messages or contacts that may arise in the ceremonies, taking with humility and discernment what resonates in your heart, as well as calm in the face of “messages” and the possibility of seeing or feeling “entities”. The work with Ayahuasca and Master Plants opens our inner world, personality, emotional burdens and the suffering of each individual. Our inner world determines the decoding of the experience. This opening, which is the root of this medicine, is also the opportunity to understand our personal reality, how we are responsible for it and what we need to let go of to change it. That is why we put so much emphasis on silence, humility, observation and equanimity in all our processes with the plants. This was Sanango's suggestion in your process, and it is also what the offer to continue working with Mikaela is all about. We apologise if you felt unheard, what we seek is moderation, groundedness and introspection, and personal reflection and understanding in order to heal and release. After each ceremony, we have an integration circle to share our individual experiences, where each experience is valued and listened to. Sanango is a Peruvian Maestro with 30 years of experience in the world of healing with Master Plants, and hundreds of healing testimonies that attest to a long and serious work as a true healer, which emphasises humility, silence and purging. Sinchi Runa is an established center, with much emphasis on energetic cleansing and respect for Amazonian and other traditions as Vedic contributions, which allow us to live in purity of heart and energetic security. We hope you will contact us - we tried to contact you but did not receive a response - and we will be happy to continue working with you to help you unravel and release what is unfolding for you with understanding."

"It’s been a few months since my retreat at Sinchi Runa, and I can confidently say it remains one of the most significant and transformative experiences of my life. 

 I had been struggling with some deeply rooted emotional challenges for years, and despite various efforts, nothing has come close to the healing I found there. The retreat opened up pathways within myself that I didn’t even know existed, allowing me to finally confront and release traumas that had been holding me back for so long. One of the key reasons I felt so safe and supported throughout this journey was Maestro Sanango. 

 His presence is unlike anything I’ve experienced - there’s an innate compassion and depth to him that words can’t really capture. He brings a calm wisdom that makes you feel seen, understood, and held from the start. Whether during ceremonies, integration circles, or personal consultations, his guidance was priceless. My ceremonies were very challenging, and the integration circles were absolutely essential for me - they gave me the space to process, reflect, and ultimately make sense of the intense experiences I had gone through. After the retreat, I have continued online integration with Madhava Priya, which has been essential in grounding the lessons from the retreat, and ensuring the changes manifested. The retreat center is beautiful, set in a serene nature environment that feels like a perfect escape from daily chaos. The accommodations are comfortable, and the natural beauty of the place instantly puts you at ease. The team creates a warm and supportive space, making you feel safe to go deep into the work, knowing you're fully cared for at every step.
 Overall, I can’t recommend this experience highly enough. It’s not easy work, but if you’re looking for real, lasting transformation, this retreat can truly change your life. It did mine."

"As retreat hosts we could not have found a more magical venue than Quinta Carvalhas. It’s a true sanctuary for the soul, created with love and care by its founders. It’s so easy to immerse yourself in the beauty of this idyllic organic farm, where you’re surrounded by lush greenery, tranquil meditation gardens, and a deeply felt sense of peace. Quality is in abundance and it's evident that this is an important ethos of Quinta Carvalhas. The retreat centre genuinely provides a full wholesome Yoga Retreat experience. This includes top notch accommodation and exceptional yoga facilities. They also have a fabulous team working behind the scenes to ensure that your retreat runs smoothly. We will definitely be returning. ~ Lisa Berry and Fiona Brown of Embody Yoga Retreats, Ireland "

"Michelle and her team offer warm, inviting and attuned attention to their guests needs. The property resonates with an authentic commitment to wellness of body, mind and spirit. As a retreat leader I felt fully supported in makng sure all my workshop needs were met so I could focus my attention on my clients. This is an ideal location to host a wellness retreat in Portugal."

"Acordava todos os dias com o cantar dos passarinhos e ao ver na janela via uma nova flor branca parecida com rosa. Um lugar lindo, Boa comida e Servico !"

"A estadia foi incrível, as refeições fantásticas! O espaço é lindíssimo e com uma energia fantástica. "

"Um local lindo, onde o contato com a natureza e os cavalos é fantastico. A calma e a paz espelha em todos os recantos que percorremos, sente-se a boa energia e o bom acolhimento. Alimentação boa e saudável."

"It wasn't the first time, but the 1st with the new crew. The food is wonderful but I felt disappointed with the organization of the rooms. I was not able to rent 2 extra nights and less than 24h I was changed of room due a mistake of the distribution of the rooms. I felt also the crew less empath and nice than the previous one, that ruined the feeling of home that I felt on the previous stays. "

"Todos os recantos da quinta estão pensados para usufruirmos da experiência o melhor possível. A simpatia da equipa e amabilidade destacam-se. Continuem a construção do vosso sonho. "

"I am beyond grateful to the wonderful team at Sinchi Runa for their amazing work and support through one of the most important moments in my life. They create and hold such a warm and safe space that allows you to truly work in depth with yourself. It was for me, a life changer in many ways. The area is beautiful, the accommodation is peaceful and the team is supportive and professional. They all hold a special place in my heart and my deepest gratitude for an unforgettable experience. I had never done Ayahuasca before, since I felt I wasn't quite ready yet. I am now glad I did a lot of work before coming which only enhanced my experience. I believe it to be a serious and amazing experience for those who also appreciate and respect the process. Best gift I have given myself. Thank you Sanango, Fiona, Ajuna & Ananda ❤️🙏🏻 /the girl with the Spirit Animal Cards 🐉 "

"For me this was one of the deepest experiences I ever had at the ceremonies. The location was beautiful, setting was clean and authentic, people working are very professional and respectful. I would have come again, but the experience was too deep to repeat it in a while. "

"Lugar lindíssimo, uma tranquilidade inexplicável com sons da Natureza maravilhosos. Atendimento de excelência, e uma gastronomia repleta de novas sensações e sabores. Uma experiência a repetir com as minhas filhas."

"Um Local Tranquilo, Onde Nos Sentimos à Vontade e Livres. É Como Estar em Casa. A Comida é Maravilhosa. Toda a Natureza é Absolutamente um Aconchego. A Equipa é Respeitadora do Nosso Espaço e Deixando as Pessoas Muito à Vontade. Muito Obrigada. "

"I came into this experience trepidatious of my expectations and the experience as a whole. I had learnt about Ayahuasca but I had no experience. Was I going to be okay? Was this place safe? Was I safe? When I arrived, I was immediately taken back by the calm and sweet disposition of everyone that worked there. As I stayed, that initial reaction was grounded in a deep love and admiration for the whole team at Sinchi Runa. If you want to experience Ayahuasca but also are worried about being cared for, understood and truly seen during your stay; you needn't worry. This place is amazing, the people incredible and Sanango is a true master at what he does. Do not put it off any longer. Book, go, experience, connect with yourself and others, open your heart to Ayahuasca and I can promise you that if you decide to go to Sinchi Runa, you will not be disappointed. "

"Place were you can connect with yourself, a wonderfully employees and a marvelous food. "

"Fantástico para quem quer relaxar, passar um momento agradável seja em familia, seja sozinho. Para além disso tem uma equipa de seres humanos fantástica, e muito atenciosa... Para além dos nossos amiguinhos cavalos e outros demais animais. Recomendo vivamente, preenche-me o coração poder usufruir de um expaço como este."

" I did a 7-day silent Ayahuasca with La Purga, Kambo, 2 ayahuasca ceremonies, meditation, drawing of our ayahuasca process, group talks etc. I felt very drawn to the retreat and booked it without reading much about it. Didn't read about the silence fx. which was an unpleasant surprise for me at first, but turned out to be the most important factor which connected me deeply to myself. This retreat is so well made and all of the people behind Sinchi Runa have walked the road and they absolutely practice what they preach with such sincerity, wisdom and so much integrity! It was also very intense and challenging both physically and mentally, but I was taken such good and kind care of by everyone there and they taught me how to handle my challenges through my breath, simple and gentle. It's difficult to put this experience into words, cause it's simply just something that needs to be experienced, but I will absolutely promise you that Sinchi Runa is worth all 5 stars and more! At last the food was amazing and the tents were very nice to! Wish you a pleasant and transformation journey at Sinchi Runa <3 "

"I recently hosted a yoga and healing retreat at the Quinta, and had the most wonderful time. The team were so organised and helpful, the venue offered so many gorgeous spaces and the nature of the land and the beautiful horses were so healing. The food was vegetarian and SO delicious - so thoughtfully prepared and they really took care to customise for each person based on their needs. Can’t wait to go back. "

"I found Quinta Carvalhas to be a beautiful, tranquil setting, with warm, friendly & welcoming staff. Andrea’s home grown cuisine was delicious & plentiful. The deep tissue massages & reiki session from Anton & Michelle were amazingly therapeutic. With my few days stay, I was looking for some much needed rest, relaxation & rejuvenation; at Quinta Carvalhas I found it. Thank you 🙏 "

"Very warm, friendly and professional people, as well as my fellow guests at the event. As a newcomer to the psychedelic ceremonies, I don't think I could've found a better group for my first experience, especially for the price"

"Experiência maravilhosa! Um lugar mágico com pessoas simpáticas que apoiaram desde o início. Comida deliciosa e todos os detalhes muito bem cuidados! Shala de yoga completo e com uma energia linda! Quartos super bem decorados e limpos. Adoramos!"

"I needed a place to go, away from the busy-ness and found it at Quinta Carvalhas. I was incredibly fortunate that the Quinta opened up their retreat facilities for individuals, and I built my own retreat, including equine therapy & a reiki session. What's not to love? Gorgeous, well appointed room, amazing breakfasts, 3-course lunches & dinners overlooking the salt-water pool. Warm, hospitable & welcoming staff, beautiful horses and dogs to ruffle. Michelle is incredibly generous to open up her farm to strangers and I will be forever grateful for her kindness & deep-connection. If you are looking for a place to unwind, work on yourself or your business, I can highly recommend Quinta Carvalhas. "

"I hosted my first European retreat last week at Quinta. What a week! Incredible venue with so many versatile spaces and to have two indoor shalas was such a treat - yoga and meditation in one and sound baths in the excellent sonics of the other. The Pond and yoga deck outdoors was also very popular. The food was some of the best we've had, the staff were attentive and Gerhard and Michelle made excellent hosts ... I hope we'll be back!"

"Nota excelente sobre a quinta carvalhas! O seu staf , super acolhedor, prestável e simpático. Comida maravilhosa, onde todas as refeições tentávamos descobrir qual o melhor prato, e não conseguimos, pois todos foram espetaculares. Muito grato à Rafaela, Frederico, Gerhard e à chefe pelo aolhimento e simpatia. Tudo de bom, António "