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Dreamglade: A Shamanic Sanctuary in the Peruvian Amazon
Nestled on the shores of a tranquil lake in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, Dreamglade is a beautiful healing center located just one hour from Iquitos. We provide a safe and supportive environment for profound personal transformation through traditional Amazonian practices.
Under the expert guidance of our resident Shipibo curanderos, Maestros Raul Buenapico and Dominga Nunta, we offer authentic Ayahuasca ceremonies and master plant dietas.
Your healing journey is supported by complementary therapies including yoga, breathwork, and a natural sauna.
Our All-Inclusive Retreat
We offer an all-inclusive stay at a reasonable daily rate.
Your retreat includes:
- Comfortable Transfer: Complimentary 4×4 transportation to and from Iquitos.
- Authentic Ceremonies: Three Ayahuasca ceremonies per week, with an intimate group size of 9-10 guests.
- Traditional Healing: Individual sessions with our shamans, plant/flower baths
- Master Plant Dietas: Supervised dietary immersions with master plants.
- Supportive Therapies: Yoga – breathwork classes and a natural sweat lodge (2-3 times weekly).
- Comfortable Accommodation: Lakeside lodging, modern bathrooms, and rest areas.
- Laundry Facilities: A designated area with supplies for guests to do their laundry.
- Nourishment: All meals are provided.
- Guidance: Ongoing counseling and Spanish/English translation.
- Amenities: An extensive library, complimentary mapachos (natural tobacco), a swimming lake, and jungle walks.
- Additional Services (Available at an Extra Cost)
- Cacao Ceremony
- Reiki
- Kambo
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Adamm
October 30, 2014 at 12:00 amI truly can’t say enough about Stacy and Drew, and all of the staff at Dreamglade.
As a westerner (Canadian) coming down for my first experience, there is nothing more they could do to foster the conditions for a positive introduction to ayahuasca. From the moment you meet both of them, you will understand what I mean, and see that the only goal they have is to ensure you are taken care of, comfortable, and safe.
The mix of the traditional ceremony, along with the attention to detail that went into the design of the centre, is perfect for first timers. Stacy is very transparent and easy to communicate with, answering any questions or concerns you have in his native English, which is very comforting ahead of time when travelling to the jungle. He has created a small paradise at his location, where the pictures that he provides on his site don’t even come close to doing justice to the beauty of his lakeside Maloka, and the breathtaking jungle which surrounds it.
They are all so attentive and caring throughout your visit, and ESPECIALLY during the ceremony itself, helping people through difficult experiences, and constantly checking in with everyone to make sure you have everything you need, whatever it might be.
Dreamglade holds a very special place in my life after my visit, as do Stacy, Drew and Estella.
My only hesitation with giving it such a positive review, is that there will likely be no availability when I want to come back for my second visit, because they will be full with all the visitors they truly deserve.
Thanks again Stacy, Drew and Estella, I can’t thank you enough for your dedication and love.
Adam – Canada
Csmith
October 29, 2014 at 12:00 amI highly recommend this retreat. I was traveling through Peru and had wanted to try Ayahuasca but had heard of many bad experiences with fake shamans so had fear especially traveling alone as a woman. I heard about this retreat by word of mouth from someone who had just completed it and had loved their experience and changed my flights to attend. I am so, so glad I did. It was an amazing experience. The location is fantastic and one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. There are minimal Mosquitos for being in the middle of the rainforest, the accommodations are beautiful and comfortable, and Stace the owner and his assistant Drew are two of the kindest, most genuinely caring people I have ever met. Their priority is making you comfortable and taking care of you during this experience. They chat with you before the ceremonies (or whenever you want outside of them) to help you feel safe and comfortable, to know what to possibly expect, and to know you are safe and they will look out for you and help you through whatever experience you have. With a day between each ceremony it gives you time to reflect on your experience and grow from it. The ayahuasca is very high quality, many of the people during my retreat had very strong visions. My personal experience did not include visions per say, but I found I was filled with reflections on my life, my intentions, how I could grow and at my last ceremony felt the most complete sensation of contentment, love and gratitude I have ever felt in my life. When I left I could feel I had changed in how I appreciated being alive and being able to feel the things that I do, physically and emotionally. The Shaman, Estella, was amazing and had the most beautiful Icaros I have ever heard. We could feel how hard she worked every ceremony, directing, protecting and guiding all of us. The type of people that come to this retreat as well are incredible, interesting, kind and open minded. I was so glad I came to this retreat in particular, they do a very good job of doing what works the best, but still being very traditional in the shamanic sense and the plant diets. The food was delicious and they have a very sweet dog and cat that I think only add to the loving environment. It was one of the most calm, caring, free places I have ever been and completely worth the extra cost of changing my flights. I couldn’t recommend this experience more.
madel
October 28, 2014 at 12:00 amVery beauty environment!! Very comfortable clear and clean tambos.
Having few difficult moments during the ceremony we have got full attention and incredibly much love from Drew and Stace. Definitely one of my best life experiences not just regarding to the Plant but also the people working there. The food was made with love, everything very clean – even if is in the middle of the amazing jungle…
Still feel very blessed to meet this opportunity.
Shanti OM 🙂
jamesmrf
October 13, 2014 at 12:00 amThis was the first time I tried ayahuasca and I can honestly say it was one of the most fascinating experiences of my life. Right from the time Stacy picked me up from the centre of Iquitos, I felt extremely welcome and right at home. The lakeside jungle setting in my mind was nothing short of perfect and I can’t imagine experiencing this anywhere else. The ceremonies in the maloka with Isabels icaros, along with Stacy and Drews assistance made for a memorable and surprisingly relaxed atmosphere, which allowed me to really absorb the magnitude of what was happening to me and the group. Thanks again! I will be back.
pime
October 12, 2014 at 12:00 amBeautiful and fresh retreat with very reasonable prices. Stacy and Drew are very caring and you can tell this is not just a business for them, they are very passionate about making people better and happier with the help of ayahuasca. Can definetely recommend Dreamglade!