How many ceremonies are included in the 3-day ayahuasca retreat?

This retreat typically includes two traditional ayahuasca ceremonies, allowing participants to go deeper into the experience and better process their emotions, insights, and healing.

Is a 3-day ayahuasca retreat enough for a meaningful experience?

Yes, a 3-day ayahuasca retreat offers a balanced experience with time for preparation, ceremony, and integration. It is ideal for those seeking a deeper connection than a 1-day experience without committing to a longer retreat.

What is the difference between a 1-day and a 3-day ayahuasca retreat?

The main difference is depth. A 1-day retreat offers a single ceremony, while a 3-day retreat includes multiple ceremonies, more integration time, and a more immersive healing process.

Is the retreat safe for first-time participants?

Yes, the retreat is designed to be safe and supportive for beginners, with experienced shamans, trained facilitators, and proper guidance throughout the entire process.

Do I need prior experience with ayahuasca?

No, prior experience is not required. This retreat is suitable for both first-time participants and those returning for a deeper experience.

What kind of accommodation is included?

The retreat includes comfortable accommodations in the peaceful, natural setting of the Sacred Valley, providing an ideal space for rest, reflection, and healing.

What happens after the ayahuasca ceremonies?

After each ceremony, participants take part in integration sessions where they can reflect, share, and better understand their experiences with guidance from facilitators.

How do I book the 3-day ayahuasca retreat?

You can book your spot through our website or by contacting us directly. We recommend reserving in advance, as small-group retreats have limited availability.

What makes this 3-day retreat different from shorter experiences?

Unlike shorter retreats, the 3-day program includes multiple ceremonies, integration time, and a more immersive environment, allowing for deeper emotional and spiritual work.

7-Day Ayahuasca Retreat in Sacred Valley, Cusco

Q: Where does the 3-day ayahuasca retreat take place?

The retreat takes place in a peaceful center located in the Sacred Valley near Cusco, surrounded by nature and mountains—ideal for a deep and immersive healing experience.

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7-Day Ayahuasca Retreat Overview

Disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with your true self through a 7-Day Ayahuasca Retreat in Cusco, guided by authentic Shipibo-Konibo shamans. Set in the peaceful Sacred Valley near Cusco, this retreat offers a profound and immersive journey for those seeking deep healing, emotional release, and a meaningful transformation.

With multiple traditional ceremonies, dedicated integration time, and continuous guidance, you’ll be supported throughout the entire process in a safe and intentional environment.

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Retreat Highlights

3-day / 2-night guided healing retreat
2 Ayahuasca ceremonies in a dedicated Maloka
Andean + Amazonian spiritual traditions
Coca leaf reading + Kuti energetic alignment
Massage session + medicinal plant steam bath
Integration circles after each ceremony
Private conversation with the shaman
Pachamama offering to close the retreat
Small-group setting with personalized support
Bilingual facilitators throughout the retreat

What’s Included

Pick-up service from Cusco Airport
Arrival transfer from Cusco Airport to help you begin your retreat experience comfortably, safely, and without stress.
Detox ceremony with medicinal volcanic water
A cleansing ritual designed to support physical, energetic, and emotional preparation before the main ceremonies.
English / Spanish / Quechua-speaking coordinator during the retreat
A dedicated multilingual coordinator available throughout your stay to assist with communication, guidance, and participant support.
Round-trip transportation (Cusco hotel / retreat center / Cusco)
Transportation included to and from the retreat center, ensuring smooth and reliable transfers during your retreat program.
Local native Ayahuasca shaman
An experienced native shaman who leads the Ayahuasca ceremonies with traditional knowledge, spiritual guidance, and ceremonial care.
Local Andean shaman
An Andean shaman who performs ancestral Andean rituals and supports the retreat through traditional spiritual practices.
Traditional Ayahuasca brew
Ayahuasca medicine prepared for the ceremonies as part of your retreat experience.
Logistics for Andean ceremonies (Kuti & Pachamama offering)
Full preparation, ceremonial materials, and coordination for the Andean rituals included in the retreat program.
Private coca leaf reading
A personal spiritual reading with an Andean shaman to provide insight, guidance, and energetic orientation during your retreat.
2 Ayahuasca ceremonies
Two guided Ayahuasca ceremonies held in a safe, respectful, and supportive ceremonial setting.
Psychological support
Emotional support and accompaniment during the retreat process to help participants feel safe, grounded, and supported.
Daily support and guided conversations about the ceremonies
Ongoing assistance and integration-focused conversations to help you better understand and process your experiences.
1 massage session
A restorative massage to help release tension, promote relaxation, and support recovery during the retreat.
Steam bath with medicinal plants
A traditional cleansing and relaxation experience designed to support purification and energetic renewal.
Cook staff
Dedicated kitchen staff to support your comfort and meals during your stay.
2 nights accommodation
Overnight accommodation at our retreat center for two nights, allowing proper rest, recovery, and integration between ceremonies.
Access to retreat center facilities
Full use of the retreat center spaces during your stay, including ceremonial and resting areas.
2 breakfasts
Morning breakfasts served at the retreat center after each overnight stay.

7-Day Ayahuasca Retreat Schedule

Day 1

Arrival, Andean Preparation & First Ayahuasca Ceremony

Day 1

09:00 – Pick-up from your hotel & transfer to Ayaterra Property

Our team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the Ayaterra retreat property in the Sacred Valley. This journey marks the beginning of your healing experience, giving you time to disconnect from the city and prepare mentally and emotionally for the retreat.

10:00 – Welcome at Ayaterra Center & Facility Orientation

Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by the Ayaterra staff. We will guide you through our retreat facilities, including the ceremonial areas, resting spaces, and natural surroundings, so you can feel comfortable, safe, and familiar with the environment where your retreat will take place.

10:30 – Introduction Meeting with Staff & Shamans (Maestros)

We begin with an opening meeting where you will meet the shamans (Maestros) and support team. During this session, we explain the retreat structure, the different ceremonies included in the program, and important guidance on preparation, intention, and respectful participation.

11:30 – Ceremony for the Unification of the Andean Elements (with Coca Leaves)

This traditional Andean opening ceremony helps harmonize your energy with the natural and spiritual elements of the Andes. Through the sacred use of coca leaves, the shaman creates a grounded and respectful beginning for your retreat journey.

11:45 – Private Coca Leaf Reading with an Andean Shaman

You will receive a private coca leaf reading with an Andean shaman. This personal spiritual consultation offers insight and guidance, helping you better understand your emotional and energetic state before the Ayahuasca ceremonies.

13:30 – Kuti Ceremony (Energetic Alignment) with an Andean Shaman

The Kuti ceremony is an Andean energetic alignment ritual intended to help clear, balance, and prepare your energy. This process supports emotional grounding and helps you enter the Ayahuasca ceremony with greater harmony and intention.

14:30 – Rest & Relax Around the Property

After the Andean preparation ceremonies, you will have time to rest and relax in the peaceful surroundings of the retreat center. This quiet period helps you ground yourself and conserve energy before the evening ceremony.

18:30 – Reunion & Preparation in the Main Ceremonial Room (Maloka)

All participants gather in the Maloka for final preparation before the ceremony. This is a calm and intentional moment to settle the mind, reconnect with your purpose, and receive final guidance from the facilitators and shamans.

19:00 – First Ayahuasca Ceremony

The first Ayahuasca ceremony begins in a safe, sacred, and carefully guided setting. Led by experienced shamans and supported by the Ayaterra team, this ceremony focuses on introspection, emotional release, spiritual connection, and personal healing.

Day 2

Integration, Guidance, Massage & Second Ayahuasca Ceremony

Day 2

08:00 – Breakfast

A light breakfast is served at the retreat center to gently nourish your body after the ceremony and support your recovery in a peaceful environment.

09:00 – Group Integration Meeting (Sharing Circle & Vision Guidance)

Participants gather for a group sharing circle to discuss the previous night’s Ayahuasca ceremony. This supportive space allows you to share emotions and insights while receiving guidance from the shamans and facilitators regarding visions and personal experiences.

10:30 – Private Conversation with the Shaman

You will have a one-on-one conversation with the shaman for personalized guidance, clarity, and support as you continue to process and integrate your experience.

11:30 – Rest & Relax Around the Property

A quiet period to rest, hydrate, journal, and spend time in reflection within the peaceful surroundings of the retreat center.

15:00 – Massage Session

A restorative massage session is included to help release physical tension, promote relaxation, and support the body’s recovery and energetic balance during the retreat.

18:30 – Reunion & Preparation in the Main Ceremonial Room (Maloka)

Participants gather again in the Maloka for grounding, intention-setting, and final preparation before the second ceremony.

19:00 – Second Ayahuasca Ceremony

The second Ayahuasca ceremony offers an opportunity to deepen your healing process and continue your inner work with greater awareness and ceremonial support.

Day 3

Integration, Restorative Therapies & Deep Rest

Day 3

08:00 – Breakfast

A light breakfast is served to begin the day with nourishment and calm after the second ceremony.

09:00 – Group Integration Meeting (Sharing Circle & Vision Interpretation)

This morning’s integration circle provides space to share experiences from the second ceremony and receive guidance to better understand and integrate the process.

10:30 – Private Conversation with the Shaman

A private session with the shaman offers deeper personal guidance and support as your retreat journey continues.

11:00 – Rest & Relax Around the Property

Time to rest, reflect, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the retreat center while continuing your integration process.

13:00 – Lunch

A nourishing lunch is served to support your recovery and maintain energy during this integration-focused day.

15:30 – Steam Bath with Medicinal Plants

In the afternoon, you will experience a steam bath with medicinal plants as part of the retreat’s cleansing and renewal process. This traditional practice supports relaxation, purification, and energetic restoration.

19:00 – Dinner

A light dinner is served in the evening, giving you time to rest and prepare your body and mind for the next stage of the retreat.

Day 4

Yoga, Grounding & Third Ayahuasca Ceremony

Day 4

07:00 – Yoga Session

The day begins with a guided yoga session designed to support grounding, breath awareness, body relaxation, and mindful preparation before your next Ayahuasca ceremony.

08:00 – Breakfast

A light breakfast is served after yoga, helping you begin the day in a balanced and calm way.

Daytime – Personal Time for Rest & Reflection

You will have time during the day to rest, journal, and connect with the natural surroundings of the retreat center before the evening ceremony.

18:30 – Reunion & Preparation in the Main Ceremonial Room (Maloka)

Participants gather in the Maloka for grounding, intention-setting, and final preparation before the third Ayahuasca ceremony.

19:00 – Third Ayahuasca Ceremony

The third ceremony allows for a deeper level of reflection and integration, giving participants more time and ceremonial support to continue their healing journey in a respectful and guided setting.

Day 5

Deep Integration, Guidance & Restorative Time

Day 5

08:00 – Breakfast

A light breakfast is served to begin the day gently after the third ceremony.

09:00 – Group Integration Meeting (Sharing Circle & Vision Interpretation)

Participants gather to share experiences and insights from the third Ayahuasca ceremony while receiving guidance from the shamans and facilitators.

10:30 – Private Conversation with the Shaman

A one-on-one session with the shaman offers personalized support and spiritual guidance to help integrate the lessons and emotions that emerged during the ceremony.

13:00 – Lunch

A nourishing lunch is served at the retreat center as part of your continued recovery and integration process.

Afternoon – Rest, Reflection & Personal Time

The afternoon is reserved for rest, journaling, meditation, and quiet time in nature to support deeper integration.

19:00 – Dinner

A light dinner is served in the evening, allowing you to close the day calmly and prepare for the next day’s activities.

Day 6

Meditation, Nature Connection & Fourth Ayahuasca Ceremony

Day 6

08:00 – Breakfast

A light breakfast is served to start the day in a grounded and nourishing way.

09:00 – Personal Meditation Around the Property

You will have time for personal meditation in the peaceful surroundings of the retreat center, helping you center your mind and connect inward before the day’s nature activity and final ceremony.

10:00 – Nature Hike to Ñaupa Iglesia

A guided nature hike to Ñaupa Iglesia, a sacred Andean site, offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with the land, Andean energy, and the spiritual atmosphere of the Sacred Valley. This experience supports reflection, grounding, and preparation before the final Ayahuasca ceremony.

Afternoon – Rest & Preparation for Ceremony

After returning from the hike, you will have time to rest and prepare quietly for the evening ceremony.

18:30 – Reunion & Preparation in the Main Ceremonial Room (Maloka)

Participants gather in the Maloka for final grounding, intention-setting, and preparation before the fourth Ayahuasca ceremony.

19:00 – Fourth Ayahuasca Ceremony

The fourth Ayahuasca ceremony offers a final opportunity to deepen your healing process, consolidate insights, and close your ceremonial journey with the support of experienced shamans and facilitators.

Day 7

Final Integration, Pachamama Closing Ceremony & Return to Cusco

Day 7

08:00 – Breakfast

A light breakfast is served to begin the final day of the retreat in a grounded and nourishing way.

09:00 – Final Group Integration Meeting (Sharing Circle & Vision Interpretation)

In this closing integration circle, participants share experiences from the fourth ceremony and receive final guidance from the shamans and facilitators to support understanding, closure, and continued integration after the retreat.

11:00 – Pachamama Ceremony (Offering to Mother Earth)

To close the retreat, we perform a traditional Pachamama offering ceremony. This sacred ritual is an act of gratitude, respect, and connection with Mother Earth, honoring the healing, lessons, and spiritual support received throughout the retreat.

12:00 – Group Photo with Staff & Shamans

We conclude the experience with a group photo alongside the Ayaterra team and shamans as a meaningful memory of your time in ceremony and healing in the Sacred Valley.

12:30 – Transfer to your hotel in Cusco

After the closing activities, we provide transportation back to your hotel in Cusco so you can return comfortably and continue your integration with rest and reflection.

Diet and preparation for your ayahuasca retreat

Following a proper Ayahuasca diet helps reduce discomfort and supports a safer, clearer experience. We recommend eating light, avoiding alcohol, processed foods, and caffeine, and preparing both physically and mentally before your ceremony.

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Accommodation

The Ayaterra Center is located in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, about an hour and a half from the city. Surrounded by mountains and nature, it offers a peaceful and welcoming environment, ideal for healing, meditation, and spiritual connection.

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Safety & Important Information

Ayahuasca is a powerful plant medicine used for spiritual healing and emotional transformation. Each experience is unique and may include deep introspection, visions, and physical cleansing.

Learn more about effects, safety, and preparation →

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FAQs About This 7-Day Ayahuasca Retreat

Why choose a 7-day ayahuasca retreat?

A 7-day retreat offers a fully transformative experience, giving you the time to disconnect completely, go deep into multiple ceremonies, and integrate your journey on a much deeper level.

Is this retreat suitable for beginners?

No, but it is best suited for those who feel truly ready for a deep and immersive inner journey, whether it’s their first time or they already have prior experience.

What makes a 7-day retreat different from shorter programs?

The main difference is depth and integration. A 7-day retreat allows you to go beyond surface-level insights and work through deeper emotional and spiritual layers.

Will I have enough support during the entire process?

Absolutely. You will be supported throughout the retreat by experienced shamans and facilitators, including preparation, guidance during ceremonies, and integration support.

What kind of transformation can I expect?

While every journey is unique, many participants experience profound emotional release, clarity, personal breakthroughs, and a deep reconnection with themselves and their purpose.

Is there time to rest between ceremonies?

Yes, the retreat is designed with a balance of ceremony, rest, and integration, allowing your body and mind to recover and process each experience properly.

Where does the retreat take place?

The retreat is held in a peaceful center in the Sacred Valley near Cusco, surrounded by nature and silence—ideal for deep healing and introspection.

How do I reserve my spot?

You can secure your place with a deposit, and our team will guide you step by step to prepare for your retreat. Spaces are limited to ensure a personalized experience.

Price & Booking

From $1190 Per person

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