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Arkana Spiritual Center

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At Arkana, we create the space for you to get in touch with your truth, opening your path for deeper meaning and greater fulfillment in your life. We work with ancestral medicines such as Ayahuasca, San Pedro, Bufo Alvarius, Rapé , using the traditional practices of the indigenous cultures of the Peruvian Amazon. We currently operate two centers in Peru, one in the Peruvian Amazon and a second one in the Sacred Valley (close to Machu Picchu), and one in Mexico, the choice is yours.

With great respect for the plants and the knowledge and healing that comes with them, our lineage of Shipibo shamans set the stage for truly deep and profound healing. Awaken your inner power through their sacred and powerful icaros (healing songs), and discover your connection to all things by exploring some of the 2.2 million hectare Pacaya Samiria National Reserve which is our backyard. Nourish your body and soul with fresh, clean, delicious meals that promote your Ayahuasca experience, and integrate healthy habits into your routine with our yoga classes and extensive selection of gym equipment for all levels. We believe the health of physical body sets the foundation for the health of the energetic body – Often ignored in this type of spiritual work, we find this to be an important part of the healing process, so you can begin implementing the healthy habits that will carry this work with you into your life back home. Finally, relax your mind and spirit with sound baths, meditations, breathwave sessions, and OM circles, or simply enjoy the tranquil views of both sunrise and sunset from our front porch on the banks of the Ucayali River, surrounded by lush biodiversity and the mesmerizing sounds of the jungle.

Arkana’s exceptional team of highly-trained Shipibo Master Shamans represent an unbroken lineage of plant medicine work. With a combined history of over 70 years of experience working closely with Ayahuasca and other master plant teachers of the jungle, our compassionate healers lovingly share their teachings, healing songs (icaros), capabilities, and knowledge with integrity and honor. We strive to maintain the traditional practices passed down through thousands of years of indigenous Amazonian culture, in order to continue to promote the true purpose and nature of plant medicine work.

Experiencing the medicines with us is a transformative personal journey, and so much more. We also work closely with our local community, the Amazonian village of Libertad, to ensure that our Center can benefit and give back to the people who have so generously let us into their homes and hearts. We create employment opportunities, teach free English classes, provide a space for the ladies to sell their handmade crafts, and assist in construction projects, among other things. Our latest endeavor is outfitting the entire village with free solar panels, so every house can have light and electricity. When you join us, you are helping the rainforest and the Amazon communities that live here.

Guests that come to our Center often say they feel like “part of the family” with us – that’s no coincidence, as we are one big family at Arkana! The people that are with you throughout your experience can simply facilitate your own healing journey or become an integral part of it. Our experienced, loving, and professional team of caregivers welcomes you to join our tribe, where we strive to make you feel at home and at ease, supported and cared for with all the love and compassion that is at the core of the plant medicines and people we work with.

Ayahuasca is a powerful medicine that offers us the opportunity to understand our true nature, by shining a light onto our darkness, and holding a mirror up to our fears, negative thought patterns, and self-limiting beliefs. We provide the environment and expertise of a team of highly skilled, warm, compassionate Shamans and facilitators to guide you through the process of awakening, of choosing differently, healing, and expanding. It is a slow but steady path towards freedom – from fear, from illusion, from self-constructed boundaries – resulting in a lighter, brighter, more authentic self, and the full experience of love. It is our honor to help you on this most fulfilling of all journeys: the journey back home.

We look forward to having you with us!

Lots of Love,
The Team

Reviews (642)

4.9 out of 5

Overall 4.9

Batshizquark
April 14, 2019 at 7:06 am

I stayed at Arkana amazon jungle center in February 2018 for the 7-day retreat.

We were welcomed to the center with music and dance by the local people from the village of Libertad.

We had quite a few interactions with the local people who were all so warm and friendly, as were the staff at the center, who catered to the needs of each individual.

Each participant had an individual meeting with the shamans and facilitators prior to treatment, to make an assessment for the customized healing for that individual.

Concise information about preparation for ceremony and for processing and integration after retreat was given both on arrival and before departure, and the opportunity for discussion was given daily during group shares which were always very thorough.

Daily excisions and activities included jungle walks, night-time boat rides on the river, day trips where we could swim in safe areas (the local guides are so fab and so lovely to talk to!), yoga and sound workshops, all inclusive to the price of retreat. Supplemental individual treatments were also offered on request for a premium, but the facilitators were always available for one-to-one counseling at no extra charge. I felt like they always had time for me should I have needed to do this.

I liked the relaxed atmosphere, that none of the activities (including ceremony) were mandatory and there were no rigid rules, for example sleeping in the maloca was permitted; we were not obligated to stay in our rooms at any set times and we could walk around the center freely.

There was security around the center which I thought was great, as it was good to know that during ceremony I would be taken care of in the event that I might have left the maloca unattended and wouldn’t be able to wander off into the jungle!

The facilities are basic, no luxuries such as hot water or air conditioning; but that was to be expected for somewhere deep in the jungle. I was actually pleasantly surprised at some of the comforts offered: running water, flushing toilets, a laundry service and even (limited) electricity and internet service. The food was simple but delicious, there was always enough and it was varied and healthy.

The ceremonies were conducted really well, and the power and beauty of the icaros sung by the shamans could not be overstated. Absolutely magnificent, and the layout of the maloca was perfect. There were at least 4 facilitators on hand to assist during ceremony and each participant received their own personal icaros during every ceremony. The medicine was very very potent and has given me some profound insights and lessons which have taken me over 12 months to integrate.

Also offered here was Kambo, which I found to be very beneficial and helped me to prepare for the Ayahuasca ceremonies.

Overall I would rate Arkana amazon spiritual center very highly, I would definitely go back again and would recommend to anyone considering a jungle retreat.
sarahegood@gmail.com
April 13, 2019 at 8:59 pm

I traveled to Arkana Spiritual Center looking for healing from a past trauma and spiritual growth. I left with much more. There are truly no words to express the level of gratitude I have for the beautiful Facilitators, Shamans, Mother Ayahuasca, Sapo, and San Pedro.

Years ago I was assaulted while traveling where I feared for my life. This resulted in PTSD and living with fear and shame. My experience at Arkana provided me with deep healing and clarity. Beyond this, I gained many more insights, huge amounts of healing in several other areas, powerful spiritual connection, ego awareness, and my heart cracking wide open. It has since enhanced my professional and personal relationships, and I feel like this is just the beginning. The medicine and experience continue to provide healing and growth.

The connection I found with the other travelers, Facilitators, and Shamans was transformational. Since the experience at Arkana can only be described as genuinely ethereal, I know my deep healing was made possible by the marvelous Sacred Valley setting and extraordinary helpers. The comfort, care, and love I received were more than I have ever known and something I will forever carry with me. I recommend Arkana Spiritual Center with my whole heart. THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU!
bill2451
April 13, 2019 at 5:10 pm

I stayed at Arkana in the amazon jungle in November for 4 ayahuasca ceremonies and it was everything I could have hoped for. The experience is one of the most important and memorable of my life and I wouldn’t change a thing. The medicine was strong and the shamans and facilitators were all top quality. You can’t ask for better guides to help you on your journey.

Firstly, the shamans truly are masters at what they do. They sang beautiful powerful icaros and held the space during ceremony, as well as provided excellent guidance outside of ceremony. But just as importantly, the facilitators are some of the best in the business, helping the shamans to hold the space in the room as well as calm people down when things get hectic (as is prone to happen occasionally when dealing with this kind of medicine).

On my first night I needed some assistance as I was having a rough time, and the facilitators were right there to guide me through it and help me feel safe and comfortable and made the remaining experiences that much better for it.

I could go on for pages about my experience but I’ll save time and just say that I have nothing but good things to say about the actual ceremonies. I always felt safe and secure and in good hands (even when things got tough).

As for the rest of the experience, Arkana has some of the best help outside the ceremony as well. Whether it’s yoga, or breathing meditation, or sapo, kambo, etc, there were facilitators there who could teach you and guide you. I’ve never felt more peace and internal space in my life.

The rest is just a bonus. The daily excursions (to see sloths, monkeys, swimming, etc). They’re nice to pass the time, but they are absolutely secondary to the work that’s happening.

Last but not least, I’d be remiss not to mention the wonderful village of Libertad. This is a village of locals on site and is full of some fantastic people. It’s a chance to get a great look at some local culture (as well as play some Volleyball and/or soccer as a few of us did).

All in all, the only thing I regret is that I only went for week. By the end I was absolutely ready for another week as I had an amazing journey with mother aya. Although here your mileage may vary as I’m sure for some people 1 week is plenty as the medicine can be tougher on some than others.

Next time, I hope to be able to not only go back to the jungle, but also experience Arkana’s sacred valley retreat, which I’ve heard nothing but good things about. Oh well, just one more thing to add to the bucket list.
jrancelp
April 12, 2019 at 9:54 pm

Beautiful healing experience!
I took my time on writing this review since I wanted to give myself time for integration. I wanted to have time to digest what was revealed, what I learned from this experience. I decided I wanted to do Ayahuasca after a lot of years thinking and reading about it and I believe making this retreat with Arkana was one of the best decisions I have made in my life. They definitely offer the full package (Nunu, Kambo, Ayahuasca and 5-MeO-DMT). The facilitators are amazing, specially Shantanu, the shamans are committed to your healing process, to help you, and you will definitely feel their love. To be honest, it was not an easy process for me, I had a lot of pain and stuff to clean up, but ultimately, that was my goal… Cleaning, healing… I feel satisfy with the results and keep working everyday on bringing the lessons learned to my life. I am planning to repeat this retreat every year. It was life changing and it helped me understand a lot of things about myself and others. I strongly recommend Arkana to anyone interested on healing, understanding themselves, understanding others, living with purpose, feel the peace and love the universe has for us… Thanks Arkana for this unforgettable experience! Looking forward to meet again this year 🙂
Donut44
April 12, 2019 at 10:22 am

I knew what I wanted and I knew where I wanted to go. I knew I wanted (and felt like I needed and was called to do) Ayahuasca and I knew I was being called to the jungle of Peru to do this. What I didn’t know, was WHERE to go. I looked at a few different places, but I kept being called back to Pulse Tours or Arkana as it became to be known. I wanted safe, but also wanted rustic. I was not looking for a vacation or a retreat or a spa. I’ve done Ayahuasca previously, so I was not going for an “experience” but instead was looking for the healing power the plant could lend to me. I knew my intentions and what I wanted to explore, I just needed the place that could help facilitate this desire.

Arkana did this and actually exceeded my expectations! I did a 2 week intensive and what I ended up experiencing was love, friendship, self introspection, massive amounts of present moment awareness and a solid foundation in which to move forward in life and to recall in times of doubt or stress.

I initially made the choice of Arkana based on my own feelings, the reviews available and from my other research . . . It was all well founded.

This was a bit of a spiritual journey for me and I really was able to take in the entire experience on my trip to Peru and to Iquitos to meet up with the group. Arriving and getting ready was easy and was well organized. Alise and Angel were absolutely what my journey needed. Soft and calm, but also very strong and safe vibe they exuded.

The Center itself, while still perfectly rustic, was also so much more well put together than what I expected. In embarking on a journey of this magnitude and where you are going to be willingly subjecting yourself to a very strong substance, safety and comfort is a huge contributor to ensuring that the effectiveness is optimal. The last thing I wanted was to be worried about all this given everything else that I was hoping to go into. Arkana and the staff were absolutely vital and amazing. I can not, nor would I want to imagine any different scenario or group of facilitators and shamans than what I experienced.

Back on the center, I found it safe and comforting. The location was ideal on the edge of the jungle but right on a little tributary to the Amazon. Falcon was an amazing guide on all the excursions and was a ton of fun. The meals were well prepared and were actually a lot more tasty than what I was expecting. I truly enjoyed the 2 week cleanse.

The ceremony nights themselves were magical, even if every one of them was not necessarily filled with rainbows and lollipops. My first week I was with a huge group and my second week I was with a small group and both weeks were perfect. We had 3 shamans and 4 facilitators each ceremony, which during one night equated to a 1:1 ratio. I thought the shamans were perfect for my experience and Rob and Weronka made the ceremonies so amazing, easing us out of the evening and into the morning with their music and song. Bronte and Christian rounded out our facilitators and each one was just so absolutely special in the energy they contribute to the circle.

All in all, if you are wanting an Ayahuasca, in a safe setting, that honors the plant in the way that was intended with people who contribute so positively to the space everyone is in, Arkana is by far a wonderful selection and I fully endorse coming here.