The Ayahuasca & Amazonian jungle retreat 2019 Lima – Iquitos Rainforest Retreat
DAY 1 (Tuesday, 8 October): Fly from your home country to LIMA. Arrive during the day
(INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS – NOT INCLUDED). Transportation from AIRPORT to the HOTEL
(INCLUDED), located in the residential district of MIRAFLORES, few blocks away from the
oceanfront. You will have FREE TIME to explore the surroundings and enjoy the wonderful
views of the Pacific Ocean. Dinner (INCLUDED) and meeting with the facilitators and the
Master Shaman: opportunity to get to know each other better, BRIEFING about the trip,
answering any questions.
Stay overnight at HOTEL SENORIAL (3*)
DAY 2 (Wednesday, 9 October): Breakfast (INCLUDED). Check out from the hotel. Group flight
to IQUITOS via LATAM, LIM/IQT, 09:59/11:53 (INCLUDED). Be welcomed at the airport. Bus
drive to the river port of IQUITOS to start the trip to the rainforest lodge. Along the way you
will have a briefly sightseeing of IQUITOS, looking at the most important tourist sites of this
representative Peru’s eastern city founded in the XIX Century.
Navigate on the AMAZON RIVER, one of the largest rivers of the world, in a comfortable and
safe motorboat. This journey will allow you to see wonderful natural sceneries in which the
magnificence of the Amazon Rainforest makes its way through the exuberance of the jungle,
watching picturesque villages along the shores of the river. Enjoy on-board a BOX LUNCH
(INCLUDED).
Visit FUNDO PEDRITO, a nursery of wildlife, where you will see different species of native flora
and fauna, such as the PAICHE, the largest freshwater fish, river turtles TARICAYA, CAIMANS
and PIRANHAS. Continue the boat-drive so to arrive by the afternoon to the lodge.
Arrival to AMAZONAS SINCHICUY, jungle lodge built in the native-style, surrounded by the
rainforest, ressembling a tropical garden, rich in native plants, birds and butterflies .
Be welcomed by the staff who will share guidelines for your comfortable stay at the lodge.
BRIEFING about the activities in the jungle for the following 2 days. BRIEFING by the Master
RONALD RIVERA about the AYAHUASCA RETREAT and how to prepare. FREE TIME.
At indicated time, evening canoe ride or walk to sense the jungle after dark. Return to the
lodge. DINNER (INCLUDED). Overnight stay at AMAZONAS SINCHICUY LODGE
DAY 3 (Thursday, 10 October): Start the day with Birdwatching! Between 5 to 6 AM is the best
time to watch many of the bird species that feed on the river banks or in the plantations
nearby.
Breakfast (INCLUDED). Fresh fruit juices and jam from the local producers (orange, melon,
cocona) along hot meals and beverages for a healthy start up.
Board the boat that will take you by the AMAZON RIVER, for the FULL DAY EXCURSION
YANAYACU WATERSHED, with PRIMARY FORESTS rich in FLORA AND FAUNA.
Start by navigating on the AMAZON RIVER to the perfect place to spot the mythical PINK
RIVER DOLPHINS (beautiful and endangered species of the Amazon, the main characters of
traditional legends and fantastic tales told by the local people).
Arrival in the HUASHALADO VILLAGE, from where you will make a short walk to the
YANAYACU RIVER, where another boat will be waiting to take you in this excursion.
NOTE: RUBBER BOOTS are provided in the lodge, to ease the way for walking along the forest.
You will enter the “KINGDOM OF THE GIANT TREES”, with species that reach gigantic
dimensions, including the “LUPUNA” or CEIBA, and a favourite place for birds, the dense
forest offers ideal possibilities for nesting, and in the river they find the fish and fruit that
grows on its edges.
If you are lucky, you may spot MONKEYS moving on the tree-tops or maybe a SLOTH hanging
from a branch or trunk, blending in with its surroundings, making it very difficult to be seen.
Lunch (INCLUDED) at a special location within the forest. Explore the PRIMARY FOREST, either
through a hike by trail or canoe ride – depending on the water level of the river. You will
observe particularities of plants and trees from this ecosystem like the beautiful water plant
VICTORIA REGIA, which may reach up to 1.80 meters in diameter.
On the way back to the lodge you will have the chance to do native-style FISHING of
PIRANHAS and other fish and visit the local naturist who will explain about regional flora and
fauna and it´s applications. Also, you will see the artisanal SUGAR CANE squeeze.
Return to the lodge. Dinner (INCLUDED). Overnight stay at AMAZONAS SINCHICUY LODGE
DAY 4 (Friday, 11 October): Breakfast (INCLUDED). Morning excursion to riverside community
to visit the WILDLIFE PROJECT "FUNDO NEYSER" to observe and interact with a variety of wild
animals such as SLOTHS, MONKEYS, MACAWS, TOUCANS, BOAS and LIZARDS. An interesting
way to learn about, value and respect the typical wildlife of the Amazon.
Return to the lodge. LUNCH (INCLUDED).
Join the ECO CULTURAL PROGRAM starting with a short walk or canoe ride – according to the
water level of the river - to visit TRIBE COMMUNITY of the THE YAGUAS, one of the oldest
ethnic groups in the AMAZON, whose ancestors were discovered by FRANCISCO DE
ORELLANA in his first exploration of the AMAZON in 1541. These friendly people will share
their traditions. See their unique outfits made of palm fibers and even try their “pucuna” or
blowgun. Continue with an ETHNO-BOTANIC walk to identify native species of flora, and you
may even give something back to these beatiful forests by “PLANTING A TREE” in the
REFORESTATION AREA nearby.
We will not have dinner (IN PREPARATION FOR THE RETREAT´S CEREMONY
RETREAT ACTIVITIES STARTING TONIGHT) by MASTER SHAMAN RONALD RIVERA
This healing retreat is intense, with one TOBACCO and three AYAHUASCA ceremonies in four
consecutive days. The ceremonies will be led by the Master Shaman and assisted by our
ACSAUHAYA facilitators. You should be ready for deep inner and personal work in order to
achieve healing on the physical, emotional, psychological and energetic levels.
TOBACCO CEREMONY (19:00-22:00)
NOTE: Includes Introduction about the TOBACCO medicine and it´s cleansing process
Overnight stay at AMAZONAS SINCHICUY LODGE
DAY 5 (Saturday, 12 October): Breakfast (INCLUDED) - LIGHT MEAL (Buffet Breakfast)
INTENTION-SETTING TALKS – all day, aimed to explore insights to prepare for Ayahuasca
We invite you to connect to your INTENTION: What is it that you want to learn, heal, release
and explore today with the AYAHUASCA medicine?
Participate in the GROUP SHARING CIRCLE (11:00 -13:00)
Join everyone to share your experience and learn from others in a collective and caring
atmosphere, guided by the Master Shaman and ACSAUHAYA facilitators, who will be there for
you.
Lunch (INCLUDED) - LIGHT MEAL, RETREAT PREPARATION
FREE TIME – RESTING, RELAXATION IN THE LODGE´S NATURAL SURROUNDINGS
We will not have dinner (IN PREPARATION FOR AYAHUASCA CEREMONY)
Participate in the 1st AYAHUASCA CEREMONY (19:00 - 23:00)
Overnight stay at AMAZONAS SINCHICUY LODGE
DAY 6 (Sunday, 13 October): Breakfast (INCLUDED) - LIGHT MEAL (Buffet Breakfast)
Participate in the GROUP SHARING CIRCLE (11:00 – 13:00)
Join everyone to share your experience and learn from others in a collective and caring
atmosphere, guided by the Master Shaman and ACSAUHAYA facilitators, who will be there for
you.
Lunch (INCLUDED)- LIGHT MEAL, RETREAT PREPARATION
FREE TIME – RESTING, RELAXATION IN THE LODGE´S NATURAL SURROUNDINGS
We will not have dinner (IN PREPARATION FOR AYAHUASCA CEREMONY)
Participate in the 2st AYAHUASCA CEREMONY (19:00 - 23:00)
Overnight stay at AMAZONAS SINCHICUY LODGE
DAY 7 (Monday, 14 October): Breakfast (INCLUDED) - LIGHT MEAL (Buffet Breakfast)
Participate in the GROUP SHARING CIRCLE (11:00 -13:00)
Join the group to share your experience and learn from others in a collective and caring
atmosphere, guided by the Master Shaman and ACSAUHAYA facilitators, who will be there for
you.
Lunch (INCLUDED) - LIGHT MEAL, RETREAT PREPARATION
FREE TIME – RESTING, RELAXATION IN THE LODGE´S NATURAL SURROUNDINGS
We will not have dinner (IN PREPARATION FOR AYAHUASCA CEREMONY)
Participate in the 3rd AYAHUASCA CEREMONY (19:00 - 23:00)
Overnight stay at AMAZONAS SINCHICUY LODGE
DAY 8 (Tuesday, 15 October): Breakfast (INCLUDED) - LIGHT MEAL.
Participate in the LAST GROUP SHARING CIRCLE & INTEGRATION TALK (8:30 -10:00)
Join the group in this final gathering to share the experiences of everyone and ask the
questions that you may need to ask to the Master Shaman.
RETREAT CLOSURE by RONALD RIVERA and ACSAUHAYA facilitators.
11:00 Board the motorboat and travel back to the city of IQUITOS
Arrive at the port of IQUITOS by mid-day and take a private transport towards the city center.
CITY TOUR IN IQUITOS including the MAIN SQUARE (PLAZA DE ARMAS) and the famous BELEN
MARKET. The bustling life of this picturesque and colorful place, the vitality of the local
people, the Amazon wildlife in exhibition, the exotic and abundance of regional products and
its popular Shaman´s Alley, among others, make BELEN MARKET an experience to remember.
14:30 Arrival to the IQUITOS promenade by the ITAYA RIVER and FREE TIME
(OPTIONAL) LUNCH (NOT INCLUDED) in RESTAURANTE FITZCARRALDO.
Transportation to the Airport of IQUITOS (INCLUDED)
Group flight to LIMA via LATAM, LIM/IQT, 19:29/21:15 (INCLUDED).
International flight back home (FLIGHT TICKET NOT INCLUDED)
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COST PER PERSON IN EUROS EURO (€)
TOTAL PACKAGE COST (PER PERSON) 2.345, -
NOTE: COSTS INCL DOMESTIC FLIGHT TICKETS (LIMA - IQUITOS - LIMA)
COSTS INCLUDE:
• RETURN FLIGHTS from Lima to IQUITOS
• Meals (as indicated in program above)
• Accommodation (as indicated in program above)
• Services of ACSAUHAYA Shamanic Retreat Center
• Services of the company FACE TO FACE JOURNEYS (24/7) PRE/DURING the journey
• Services in Iquitos of the tour company PASEOS AMAZONICOS (excursions, lodge)
COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE:
• INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS to Lima from home country
• Travel/health insurance (travelers should arrange their own)
• Tips (i.e. tips for guides or staff at hotel and airports)
• Single accommodation (price of accommodation is based on double rooms)
OPTIONAL EXTENSION (price on request):
Day 8 – Day 9 – Overnight stay in Lima (nights of 15th and 16th October)
Day 10 – Day 14 (from 17th until 21st October) – trip to Cusco and Machu Picchu
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENT: 20th Sept 2019