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Terms & Conditions – Ayaterra Center

Last Updated: June 2026

Welcome to Ayaterra Center. By booking, participating in, or using any of our services, retreats, ceremonies, consultations, transportation, accommodations, or website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By making a reservation with Ayaterra Center, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years old.
  • You understand the nature of ayahuasca and plant medicine retreats.
  • You have provided truthful and complete information regarding your medical and psychological history.
  • You voluntarily choose to participate in our programs and accept these Terms & Conditions.

If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Medical Disclaimer

Ayahuasca is a traditional Amazonian plant medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Ayaterra Center does not provide medical, psychiatric, or psychological treatment.

Participants acknowledge that:

  • Ayahuasca can produce intense physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual experiences.
  • Individual experiences vary significantly.
  • Results cannot be guaranteed.
  • Participation is entirely voluntary.

Participants should consult with a qualified healthcare professional before attending a retreat.

3. Health Screening Requirements

For the safety of all participants, Ayaterra Center requires a medical and psychological screening before confirming a reservation.

Participants must disclose:

  • Current medications
  • Medical conditions
  • Psychiatric history
  • Previous hospitalizations
  • Substance use history

Failure to disclose relevant information may result in removal from the retreat without refund.

Ayaterra Center reserves the right to refuse participation if we believe attendance may present a risk to the participant or others.

4. Participant Responsibility

Participants are responsible for:

  • Following all preparation guidelines and dietary recommendations.
  • Following instructions provided by facilitators and shamans.
  • Informing staff immediately of any physical or emotional concerns.
  • Respecting other participants, staff, and property.

Ayaterra Center reserves the right to remove any participant whose behavior is disruptive, unsafe, abusive, or inappropriate.

No refund will be issued in such cases.

5. Assumption of Risk

By participating in any Ayaterra Center retreat or ceremony, participants acknowledge and accept that there are inherent risks, including but not limited to:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Emotional distress
  • Anxiety
  • Intense psychological experiences
  • Physical discomfort
  • Unexpected emotional releases

Participants voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation.

6. Retreat Eligibility

You may not be eligible to participate if you:

  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Have certain cardiovascular conditions.
  • Have schizophrenia, psychosis, bipolar disorder, or related psychiatric conditions.
  • Are currently using medications that may interact negatively with ayahuasca, including SSRIs, MAOIs, or other contraindicated substances.

Final eligibility is determined solely by Ayaterra Center.

7. Booking and Payments

A reservation is confirmed only after:

  • Submission of the required forms.
  • Approval through the screening process.
  • Receipt of the required deposit or full payment.

Prices are subject to change without notice until a reservation is confirmed.

All payments are made in the currency indicated at the time of booking.

8. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Participant Cancellation

More than 30 days before retreat start date:

  • Deposit is transferable to a future retreat within 12 months.

15–30 days before retreat:

  • 50% of payments made may be transferred to a future retreat.

Less than 15 days before retreat:

  • Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.

No Shows

Participants who fail to attend without prior notice are not eligible for refunds.

Early Departure

Participants who voluntarily leave a retreat early are not entitled to a refund.

9. Retreat Changes and Force Majeure

Ayaterra Center reserves the right to modify schedules, facilitators, accommodations, transportation, or activities when necessary.

Ayaterra Center shall not be liable for delays, cancellations, or interruptions caused by:

  • Natural disasters
  • Government actions
  • Weather conditions
  • Pandemics
  • Civil unrest
  • Transportation disruptions
  • Circumstances beyond our reasonable control

10. Accommodation and Transportation

When transportation and accommodation are included:

  • Pickup and drop-off schedules must be followed.
  • Participants are responsible for arriving at designated meeting points on time.
  • Ayaterra Center is not responsible for missed transportation due to participant delays.

11. Code of Conduct

Participants agree to:

  • Treat everyone with respect.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding other participants.
  • Refrain from harassment, discrimination, violence, or abusive behavior.
  • Avoid the use of alcohol or recreational drugs before and during the retreat.

Violation of these rules may result in immediate removal without refund.

12. Photography and Media

Ayaterra Center respects participant privacy.

No participant photographs, videos, testimonials, or recordings will be used for promotional purposes without prior consent.

Participants may not record ceremonies without explicit permission.

13. Intellectual Property

All content on the Ayaterra Center website, including:

  • Text
  • Images
  • Logos
  • Videos
  • Retreat materials
  • Educational resources

is the property of Ayaterra Center and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without written permission.

14. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ayaterra Center, its founders, facilitators, employees, contractors, shamans, and affiliates shall not be liable for:

  • Personal injury
  • Emotional distress
  • Illness
  • Property loss
  • Travel disruptions
  • Indirect or consequential damages

arising from participation in any retreat, ceremony, consultation, or related service.

Participants assume full responsibility for their decision to participate.

15. Privacy

Personal information submitted during the booking process will be used solely for:

  • Reservation management
  • Safety screening
  • Retreat communication
  • Legal compliance

Ayaterra Center will not sell or share personal information with third parties except where required by law.

16. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Peru.

Any disputes arising from these terms shall be resolved through the appropriate courts of Peru.

17. Contact Information

Ayaterra Center

Sacred Valley, Cusco, Peru

Email: info@ayaterracenter.com

Website: www.ayaterracenter.com

By booking a retreat, participating in a ceremony, or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions in full.

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