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AyaCenter

Antigua, Guatemala

5.0 (30 reviews)

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Ayahuasca and Alternative Healing Center (AyaCenter)

A Heart-Centered Journey in Beautiful Antigua Guatemala

Welcome to our little corner of healing magic in the heart of Guatemala! At AyaCenter, we believe that profound transformation happens when you feel truly seen, safe, and supported. We’re here to walk alongside you on this sacred journey with Ayahuasca and Huachuma (San Pedro), creating a space where authenticity flourishes and healing unfolds naturally.

What Makes Us Different

We’re not your typical retreat center. While we take this sacred work seriously, we also believe healing should feel human, warm, and yes—even fun! You’ll find genuine care, real conversations, and a family-like atmosphere where you can truly be yourself.

Our commitment to you:

Small, intimate groups (maximum 7 participants) for deeper personal attention
Comprehensive preparation and integration support
Year-round availability (10 months annually)
Personal Zoom consultation to ensure this is right for you
Ongoing support even after your retreat ends

Your Journey Begins Before You Arrive

From the moment you feel called to sit with us, we’re here to guide you. This isn’t just about showing up for ceremony—it’s about preparing your mind, body, and spirit to receive the medicine’s gifts fully.

What to expect:

Required pre-retreat Zoom consultation (your safety is our priority)
Personalized dietary guidelines to prepare your body
Guidance on setting intentions and mental preparation
Clear communication about what to expect during your stay

Our Sacred Space

We’ve chosen the peaceful community of San Pedro El Alto, just 15 minutes from Antigua’s vibrant downtown. Here, surrounded by nature’s symphony, you’ll find the perfect balance of accessibility and tranquility. Our ceremonies unfold in a space where you can hear the gentle sounds of the forest while feeling completely safe and supported.

During ceremonies, you’ll have:

Experienced facilitators who stay present and aware throughout
Trusted Maestros who read the energy and provide exactly what each person needs
Healing music and traditional Icaros (medicine songs)
Post-ceremony integration time with tea, fruit, and gentle sharing

Why Guatemala? Why Not Peru?

Great question! Guatemala has a special magic, as a territory. With its ancient history, and all its diversity of people, landscapes and traditions, we couldn’t help but to fall in love with this land, which has been called “The Heart-Chakra of the World”.

Here’s why it made perfect sense:

More accessible for travelers from North America and Europe
Shorter, more affordable flights than Peru
Authentic, experienced Maestros in a comfortable, safe environment
Less time-consuming journey, allowing more people to access this healing
Welcoming to both international visitors and local community members
We believe everyone deserves access to this medicine, regardless of their budget or time constraints.

Our Retreat Offerings

3-Day Retreat

2 Ayahuasca ceremonies or 2 San Pedro
1 beautiful flower ceremony
Integration and meditation sessions
Perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time

5-Day Retreat

3 Ayahuasca ceremonies, or 2 Aya + 1 San Pedro ceremony
Integration and meditation sessions
Flower ceremony
Relaxing deep tissue massage
Deeper dive into the healing process

7-Day Retreat

3 Ayahuasca ceremonies + 1 San Pedro ceremony or
2 Ayahuasca ceremonies + 2 San Pedro ceremonies
Integration and meditation sessions
Therapeutic massage
Yoga and acupuncture sessions
Flower ceremony and sauna sessions
Complete mind-body-spirit transformation

Integration: Where the Real Magic Happens

We take integration seriously because we know that’s where lasting change takes root. Every retreat includes one-on-one integration time, and we don’t disappear when you head home—we stay connected and available for ongoing support.

Our integration includes:

Personal processing sessions during your stay
Group sharing circles
Practical tools for daily life
Continued support after you return home
Connection to our extended community

A Word About the Medicine

Ayahuasca is indeed a powerful healer of body, mind, and spirit. But here’s the thing—it’s not a magic pill that fixes everything overnight. Think of it as a wise teacher and gentle guide, showing you new perspectives and walking with you toward a more authentic way of living.

Our approach:

Respect for the medicine’s wisdom
Realistic expectations about the process
Focus on integration and practical application
Ongoing support for sustainable change

Your Peace of Mind Matters

By the time you leave, we want you to feel like you’ve visited family. That’s why we keep our groups small, our approach personal, and our hearts open. Every person who walks through our doors becomes part of our extended family.

What you can expect:

Genuine care and attention throughout your stay
Safe, supportive environment for vulnerable moments
Authentic connections with fellow travelers
Memories and friendships that last a lifetime

Ready to begin your journey? We’re here to answer your questions and help you determine if this path feels right for you.

Your authentic self is waiting. Let’s help you find your way home.

Reviews (30)

5.0 out of 5

Overall 5.0

Essie
June 27, 2025 at 9:42 pm

We found this retreat by pure luck, and the moment we saw the maestros, we had a gut feeling it was going to be something special.

I absolutely recommend this retreat to anyone seeking patience, deep healing, loving guidance, and true competency in working with the medicine. The facilitators are not only kind and supportive but also genuinely cool and down-to-earth.

Words can’t fully express how amazed I was by the ceremonies held by Maestro Carlos and Maestra Camilia. The work they do is truly wonderful—so powerful, loving, and respectful.

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Rebel Yogi Satya
February 22, 2025 at 11:53 pm

I really don’t know how the 5-Day Retreat, which included two ayahuasca, a San Pedro and a flower ceremony, a massage, healing session, meditation & intention selling and integration sessions, as well as delicious meals, could have been any better!.

Shamans/Maestros — He was a maestro of maestros, having been connecting people to ayahuasca in ceremonies for 54 years! She was his wife and a maestra for 14 years. They kept us feeling safe and protected and their icaros (sacred songs) carried us on the journey with a beautiful balance of the Sacred Masculine and Feminine.

Facilitators — Beautiful souls who took care of us, especially if any personal challenges arose, with both love and strength. Ana Sofia was a sweetheart who nurtured us in a loving way, checking in to make sure we were okay and, if struggling, she provided loving support—and was super funny to boot! Sasha provided a firm and present support that wasn’t going to baby you but you also knew she had your back. They included meditations and intention setting before the ceremonies and integrations afterwards. They really are special people, took care of us and made us feel like family.

Food — We were on a vegetarian diet where certain items, such as alcohol, meat, milk products, garlic, onions and avocado were eliminated and yet you’d never know this with the delicious variety of meals that the chef provided us. I’m a fairly big guy and always had plenty to eat and left feeling very satisfied.

Group — The small group of six international guests allowed us all to feel so connected and comfortable to share not just our journeys together but our tears, struggles and many laughs. Mealtimes and sitting around the fire at night were very bonding—and hilarious! Deep sharing as well as aching cheeks from our big smiles abound.

Other Services — I also received a massage from a masseuse and a healing session that involved energy balancing and ear acupuncture from a local healer, Seiko, both of which helped my body and mind lo better process the deep work we were doing.

Location — It was such a nice intimate space with rooms, gathering areas, grass, hammocks and a sweet dog named Sasha (not the facilitator) who brought her calming, joyful energy to the space and ceremonies. Our San Pedro ceremony was held in nature, where we had the opportunity to find our own space if called to before coming together and hiking as a group to an amazing waterfall where we sat and bonded with each other and nature and took some photographs.

Everyone, especially the facilitators, Ana Sofia and Sasha, have created a very special, safe space where deep work can—and does—take place. Thank you, you beautiful souls for a memorable and life-changing experience!

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RAFAELINA
February 22, 2025 at 8:17 am

I recently attended a 5-day Ayahuasca and San Pedro retreat, and words can hardly capture the depth of this experience. From the moment I arrived, I felt held in a safe, loving, and sacred space. The maestros and facilitators guided us with incredible wisdom, compassion, and integrity, ensuring that everyone felt supported throughout the journey.

The ceremonies were profound—at times challenging, but always illuminating. Each moment, from the medicine work to the integration discussions, was carefully designed to help us heal, transform, and gain deeper insight into myself. The bond formed with the other participants was also a beautiful part of this journey, creating a sense of connection that I will carry with me forever.

Now, after the retreat, I feel an incredible shift in my life. The lessons and healing continue to unfold, and I am filled with gratitude for this experience. A special thank you to Ana Sofia and Sasha for creating such a beautiful retreat space. Your dedication, love, and vision have made this a truly sacred and transformative place.

If you are feeling called to work with these sacred medicines, I cannot recommend this center enough. It is truly a place of transformation and deep healing in beautiful Antigua, Guatemala.

Thank you to everyone who made this experience possible!
Angelina
February 11, 2025 at 4:30 pm

My 5-day plant medicine retreat with Aya Center in Antigua was such a deep and unexpected journey. I had a feeling it would be powerful, but I never could have imagined just how much healing I would find. I feel so incredibly blessed to have had this experience.

Sasha and Ana Sofia created such a safe and supportive space – I felt held every step of the way. The wisdom shared by the maestros and the plants was truly an honor to receive. The group was small and intimate, which made the whole experience even more special.

The two Ayahuasca ceremonies were deeply transformative, but I’d also highly recommend the San Pedro journey. It brought everything together in a way I didn’t expect and really helped with integration.

I wouldn’t have wanted to experience this anywhere else. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for guiding and supporting me through this journey.
AaronGolling
January 20, 2025 at 12:28 pm

I spent three days at this beautiful retreat in Guatemala and participated in two ceremony’s while there. I didn’t know what to expect going in to it at all.
When I arrived I was shown everything I needed to know about meeting mother Aya. I will tell you when I met her I was thrown in to a dimension behind the one I have been living in for the last 42 years and was shown what I truly look like. I met my soul face to face, mother held me through the whole adventure.
The vale behind the material world is something everyone should experience at least once in their life. It’s the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen. It revealed to me who I actually am and where I am supposed to go. My path was laid out in front of me and I couldn’t ignore it any longer.
Anna Sophia and Sasha are two of the most lovely people I’ve ever met and will help you find your way. Dive into your journey fully and see for yourself the magic the world has to offer you.