I wholeheartedly recommend this center. I couldn’t have asked for a better first experience with Ayahuasca and the other plant medicines.

Maestro Heberto is nothing short of a holy man. Full of heavy vibrations and deeply connected to Mother Nature, the spirits and the teacher trees. But he is still a fun, loving man and he gladly shares from his wisdom and his own experiences. He runs his center the way he sees fit and is very hands on with the whole organization.

Ines is a great helper and translator. Compassionate, knowledgeable and always willing to help. I am really grateful for her and the part she played in my stay.

Barbara was extremely helpful before the retreat. Answering all the questions I had and assisted me through the payment methods (as my bank was being a little difficult).

The location is perfect. It’s out in the jungle but not too far out. It’s very nicely kept by the workers and they continue working and building on the property. A path has been made to be able to see and connect to the teacher trees and you will also go there to give thanks and praises to them, the jungle and Mother nature.

It’s possible to get some internet but the connection is very spotty and only fitting to maybe send an email or two. I think this is great though, since I believe being connected with the outside world will only impair your healing. There is no reception on your phone, even if you have a Peruvian SIM-card. You can however go into Iquitos during the day if you need to fix something (book a plane ticket, make a call or whatever). The staff will help you.

One great thing is the food. Reuben cooks delicious meals everyday! Another great thing is that you can do laundry in a river on the property. This made it possible for me to only bring a backpack and skip the checked bagage.

There are animals running around (dogs, cats, chickens, ducks etc.) and many beautiful birds, interesting amphibians and insects. There are of course mosquitoes but I didn’t find them too annoying.

The bungalows are just what you need. A bed, a cabinet to put your stuff in, a table, a jug of water, a toilet and a shower. On the porch you have a hammock and a table with a chair.

The group sizes are small (which I really liked). When the center was full we were nine visitors. The medicine is potent and it worked very well all the ceremonies I was a part of. I won’t go into details on my personal experiences in this review and only focus on the center itself. But in short I learned alot about gratitude, detachment, patience and I had the opourtunity to work on my anger and anxiety.

I really enjoyed the San Pedro as a compliment to the Ayahuasca ceremonies. It helped me to contemplate and vocalize all the visions and insights Ayahuasca had given me. And also all the other medicines; rapé, liquid tobacco, toé, plant baths etc.

I (as a scandinavian ginger with sensitive skin) had some problems with the showering and bathing, as it itched alot afterwards. But that has nothing to do with the center, I just want to inform people that are in the same boat. I managed with some lotion though, so it wasn’t a major issue.

The schedule found on the website is only a reference. Heberto very much goes with the flow and does what feels right, not what has been previously determined. During my two week stay I had seven ayahuasca ceremonies (could’ve had eight but chose another medicine on the last ceremony) and two San Pedro-days, rapé and liquid tobacco a handful times, one 12 hour-long silent diet and I’m propably forgetting something.

So you will have your hands full your whole stay and always someone to help you, guide you and give you tips along the way.

If you visit with your significant other and both of you feel ready for it, I highly recommend the spiritual union ceremony. Heberto made a beautiful wedding for me and my wife and it touched both of our hearts deeply.

Me, my wife and a friend who joined us at the retreat are already planning to go back.