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Come be taken care of. High in the mountains outside Cali, Colombia, our farm sits among the clouds in a lush cloud forest, on land that once held a 3,000-year-old civilization. This is a place of peace and rest, where the soul can reconnect with the source of all that is.
Over nine days, guided by the wisdom and experience of Taita Edwin, you will be held in a space that feels like home. Our retreat offers far more than a getaway. It is an opportunity for deep healing, reflection, and lasting transformation with the sacred medicine.
At the heart of the retreat are four nights of sacred yagé ceremony, held in a maloca built by Taita himself and dedicated to the medicine, as well as outdoors under the open stars, surrounded by the wild beauty of the land. You will be supported throughout in a true family atmosphere, with safety, clarity, courage, and purpose. Connecting with the plant on the very land where it grows is a powerful experience that cannot be recreated elsewhere.
Between ceremonies, your days are filled with rest and gentle care: meditation, breathwork, yoga, herbal baths, rapé and sananga, and evening sharing circles. You are welcome to explore the farm, meet the animals, and pick fresh fruit. The hospitality, warmth, and kindness of the people, the beauty of the land, and the sounds and music of the valley come together to create a true sanctuary.
Your Nine-Day Retreat
Day 1 – Arrival. Upon arrival at Cali International Airport (CLO), you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to our peaceful finca, where you’ll meet the group, settle into your accommodations, and begin your journey.
Day 2 – Grounding. Ease into the retreat with a day dedicated to relaxation and preparation. Enjoy guided meditation, breathwork, yoga, and a traditional rapé and sananga ceremony to help prepare your body, mind, and spirit.
Day 3 – First Sacred Ceremony. Spend the day resting at the finca, receiving herbal baths, and preparing for your first evening of sacred yagé ceremony.
Day 4 – Second Sacred Ceremony. Continue your journey with a restful day, herbal baths, and your second evening ceremony.
Day 5 – Integration. A gentle day to rest, reflect, and integrate your experiences, ending with an evening sharing circle where participants can connect and support one another.
Day 6 – Third Sacred Ceremony. Enjoy another restorative day with herbal baths before gathering for the third evening of sacred yagé ceremony.
Day 7 – Final Sacred Ceremony. Your final ceremony night is preceded by a peaceful day of rest and herbal baths, allowing you to fully prepare for this meaningful experience.
Day 8 – Celebration. Spend the day relaxing at the finca before joining the group for a celebratory barbecue and a closing sharing circle in the evening.
Day 9 – Departure. After breakfast, you’ll be transferred back to Cali International Airport (CLO) for your onward journey.
Your Retreat Includes
- Round-trip airport transfers to and from Cali International Airport (CLO)
- Comfortable accommodations with a variety of room options
- Fresh, farm-to-table organic meals
- Laundry and housekeeping services throughout your stay
- Four nights of sacred yagé ceremonies
- Guided meditation, breathwork, yoga, herbal baths, rapé and sananga ceremonies, and integration sharing circles
Many participants leave with a renewed sense of clarity, a deeper connection to themselves, and a greater appreciation for life’s possibilities.
People from all backgrounds and walks of life are warmly welcome here. Our helpers speak English, Russian, Polish, Spanish, and French, so you’ll feel understood and cared for throughout your stay.
We invite you to join us on this unique journey of healing, self-discovery, and transformation in the heart of Colombia.
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October 7, 2026 at 3:40 pmThe sacred medicine retreat with Taita Edwin and his family/team is an experience beyond words. His property is pure magic and that is a reflection of his and his wife’s kind soul and pure hearts. I’ve been sitting with him for 10 years and he has held me with immense compassion throughout my healing journey. The ayahuasca is harvested and brewed with intention and respect by him and his Taitas, straight from the source. He creates a guarded and secure container for the ceremonies with strong prayer that comes from the highest, purest alignment of love. From this love, so much healing takes place. Being on the blessed land from which the medicine grows makes it extra potent and powerful. The entire retreat is held with such intimacy and care from the moment you step off the plane. The food is nourishing and plentiful and the accommodations are cozy, stylized, and recently built. Plus, there is a giant hot tub and sauna below a space for meditation/working out and other areas to be in community or in silent reflection. The grounds are lush with beautiful plants, flowers, and animals and the view from the mountain is astonishing. I highly recommend!!!
esterov12
August 27, 2026 at 7:09 pmWhat a life changing experience it has been to be part of this retreat and be surrounded by such welcoming, kind and nurturing individuals. Words can’t really express the transformation that I experienced by being here, connecting to the land and learning from Taita Edwin, Claudia and all the beautiful people on this land. The food is exquisite, the people are kind and selfless, the animals are nurturing and full of life, the views are incredible and each night gets you to a deeper connection to your true self and to your higher being and creator. I’m beyond grateful and can’t recommend this enough.
Lolalita
August 27, 2026 at 9:57 amWhen I first came to Maloca Sagrada in 2022, I was nervous. I was familiar with medicine work, but I knew that Colombia had the potential to be a deeper, sacred, and transformative experience. It was just that. So much so that I continue to return to this sanctuary of healing and spiritual growth every year. This is not a typical medicine retreat. Taita Edwin and the team provide a supportive environment that made me guided and safe every step of the way. Claudia and the staff will make every effort to make sure that you are comfortable, all your clothes are laundered, and that you are nourished by nutritious foods — including warming soups, freshly squeezed fruit juices, and local Colombian cuisine as well. I have many food allergies but the staff provided delicious vegan and gluten free options for every meal. The accommodations are extremely comfortable with different options available for varying budgets. The views of the mountains will leave you breathless! Enjoy an afternoon meditating, soaking in an herbal bath, or cleansing in the steam room. As an avid hiker, my favorite thing to do is the short walk up the mountain, where I can gain some clarity and integration from the previous night’s ceremony. Sitting with medicine under an open sky in the maloca that Taita built himself is a sacred honor that I will value and cherish for a lifetime. It has changed my life tremendously. Arrive with an open heart and be ready to receive all that you need. 🙂
Gwalms
August 25, 2026 at 2:15 pmI’m deeply grateful that I found this retreat in Cali, Colombia. It was far more than a trip or a retreat—it became one of the most meaningful experiences of my life.
From the food and accommodation to the warmth of the people, every part of the experience felt generous, genuine, and thoughtfully held. The beautiful surroundings gave me the space, peace, and inspiration I needed. Over the course of the retreat, everything seemed to come together in a way that was difficult to put into words but profoundly moving.
Most importantly, I felt completely safe with Tiata and the entire support team. Their care, presence, and respect throughout the process allowed me to let go, be vulnerable, and trust the experience.
Cali is a long way from Melbourne, but I have made the journey again without hesitation. In truth, the journey has not ended—it continues to unfold in so many positive ways in my life. Thank you, Tiata and team, for an experience I will carry with me always.
glorka
August 11, 2026 at 4:35 pmI had a privilege to sit with Taita Edwin and his medicine for many years. I received so much healing and so much wisdom, that my gratitude to Taita is truly infinite.
Attending his retreat in the breathtaking mountains of Colombia was one of the most beautiful and profound experiences.
The mountain itself has so much healing power. It feels sacred and very well protected by Taita , Claudia and their family and team. And I must say you truly feel that everyone is treated as a family member, the amount of love and support we felt from them was absolutely incredible.
Since the moment we landed in Cali were so well taken care of, that we did not have to worry about anything except for our own inner work.
Transportation, comfortable accommodations, daily laundry service, abundance of delicious food with so many exotic fruits I’ve never even seen before… True farm to table experience… beautiful gardens, quiet places to contemplate alone as well as communal spaces for music and sharing…. and of course the view…. the Medicine… So much healing, so much beauty.
It was especially incredible to be in a Ceremony on top of the mountain with a vast open sky, above the clouds (!) and with an unforgettable view, feeling the power and protection of the nature all around.
I really hope to come back to Taita’s place again, it was an experience both my partner and I will cherish for the rest of our lives.