Ayahuasca | Integration | San Pedro (Huachuma) $520 - $3,000

Sapan Inka Retreat Center

Sacred Valley, Cusco, Perú

4.8 (167 reviews)

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Sapan Inka: Small groups (7 people) and integration sessions

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At Sapan Inka, we believe participating in an Ayahuasca retreat is a powerful opportunity for profound energetic and spiritual cleansing and healing. An Ayahuasca experience can be immensely favorable for those embarking on a journey of transformation and spiritual development. Our unique model is a conscious synthesis of the millenary wisdom of Amazonian medicine and the principles of depth and transpersonal psychology. We are not a center for spiritual tourism or mere Ayahuasca experiences; we are a dedicated space for exploring the deep psyche, practicing ancestral Amazonian medicine, and supporting transformative processes.

We distinguish ourselves through our philosophy of minimal interference and the unwavering shamanic and spiritual support provided in our ceremonies. Our commitment to ethics and professionalism is paramount. We believe an Ayahuasca ceremony is an opening to the reality of the soul and a world of sacred images. For this reason, we practice minimal interference during your experience of expanded states of consciousness, allowing the healing intelligence of Ayahuasca and your own inner being to guide the process. This is not abandonment or a lack of warmth; it is a conscious act of respect and trust in your innate capacity to heal and in the divine power of the medicine itself.

The transformative power of Ayahuasca is fully realized through a structured integration process. At Sapan Inka, our psychotherapeutic integration is more than a simple conversation; it is a rigorous process designed to help you assimilate, process, and effectively integrate your experiences. We provide a space for you to understand the intricate symbolic language of your visions, converting profound insights into tangible and lasting change. This is how the spiritual revelations from the ceremonies are bridged with your daily life, ensuring the journey leads to genuine personal growth.

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To navigate this journey, rigorous preparation is essential. An Ayahuasca experience can be incredibly challenging, and its potency demands thorough mental, emotional, and spiritual readiness. It is crucial for participants to understand that this is not a shortcut, but a deep and profound inner work that requires commitment and maturity.

Given the serious nature of our work, we are aware that our approach may not satisfy everyone’s expectations. Those who seek a more superficial, less confrontational experience or group activities may find other centers more suitable. Our model is designed for individuals committed to holistic healing and willing to embark on a serious psychospiritual path. This is why our groups are intentionally small, to ensure the personalized and ethical attention that is the cornerstone of our years of experience and dedication.

At Sapan Inka, our commitment is to support you on your journey, respecting the authenticity of your process and providing a safe and professional environment for a genuine transformation.

If you wish to explore the details of our retreats or simply prefer a more personal connection before beginning your journey, we invite you to schedule a 15-minute video call with us.

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4.8 out of 5

Overall 4.8

Harold Boone
April 22, 2022 at 3:12 pm

I recommend Sapan Inka Retreat Center to anyone looking for a deep, rich, spiritual experience. In January, I participated in a retreat, and I plan to return sometime in July. They took care of everything and us. Doing ayahuasca in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, you can feel the pulsating energy from the environment. I am so thankful to Erik and Nelda for dedicating their lives to making this opportunity available to people who want to seek spiritual enrichment. I will cherish the experience for the rest of my life.
Harold
RFORGACH
April 21, 2022 at 3:17 pm

I have recommended Sapan Inka to several people since my experience with Erik and Nilda.

There are several reviews that already attest to the beautiful grounds, peaceful atmosphere, wonderful cooking and knowledgeable hosts that hold the space for each session.

I would like to detail a personal story to attest to the immense amount of care and safety that Erik and Nilda provide each guest –

My ayahuasca retreat was complicated by the fact that after my second session, I developed a slipped disk in my lower lumbar and was unable to stand or even turn to my side for several days due to pressure on my sciatic nerve. Needless to say I was not only physically injured, but also emotionally demoralized, and agitated — unsure how I was going to pee, let alone manage traveling back to the US from the Sacred Valley in a few days with a 50lb. bag.

First, Erik and Nilda assured me that they would take care of me physically and emotionally — they called a chiropractor friend to help relax the muscles around my back, Nilda brought delicious food to my bedside and helped me to the bathroom when needed, and they allowed me to stay another day free of charge until my back healed to the point that I could travel. They also arranged for a driver to help me through COVID testing and through the airport with a wheelchair. I could not have asked for more attentive care in a private hospital than what I received at Sapan Inka. At one point my walking stick fell to the ground in the middle of the night – Nilda heard it from the other room and came in to have it upright in case I needed to go to the bathroom. She is particularly adept and intuitive towards care – we did not speak the same language, but she was instantly able to understand where and how I needed physical support while convalescing.

On an emotional and spiritual level, Erik encouraged me to evaluate the meaning of this old injury and its reemergence in my life, 8 years later, at this particular point. I reflected deeply on my visions during the ceremonies as well as the somatic meaning of a lumbar wound, and came to many urgent conclusions, that have since proven to be strong directives in my life. Evaluating the wound in this way also brought comfort and context to an otherwise anxiety ridden travel misfortune, and taught me a great lesson in listening deeply to the signals of my body.

I’m infinitely grateful for the true care and selfless generosity that Erik and Nilda provided for me when I was at my lowest – and can attest, that those who trust them with their most vulnerable states are in responsible, knowledgeable and loving hands.
Jessesample08@yahoo.com
April 19, 2022 at 11:58 pm

I had a very special experience at the Sapan inka retreat. I went for the 6-day retreat that included the day at Machu Picchu. Erik and Nilda have a beautiful and clean home surrounded by breathtaking mountains.

The ayahuasca experience was very deep and meaningful. Erik and Nilda guided us through the ceremony in way where we felt cared for and safe. The food was delicious and healthy.

The final day at Machu Picchu was beyond words. This whole beautiful week crescendoed into this ancient and beautiful experience.

When I finally arrived back in New York, I felt refreshed physically, emotionally and spiritually. I look forward to returning to Sapan Inka (and Peru in general) and bringing my friends.
KendallDill
April 18, 2022 at 1:34 pm

I was referred to Sapan Inka via a dear friend of mine and in all honesty it took me a few years to come to a place of “readiness”. I have struggled with depression, anxiety and suffering from childhood trauma for most of my life. I have been in therapy since I was sixteen years old, half of my lifetime thus far, and had struggled to come to terms with life experiences and past pains. It wasn’t until last year that I came to a place of acceptance and willingness to participate in plant medicine as a chance for healing and growth. Making the choice to venture into ancient plant medicine, and with the support and guidance of Erik and Nilda was one of the best decisions and gifts I have ever given to myself.

Before arriving to Peru I was able to speak with Erik via zoom and share my feelings and fears. He was understanding, empathetic and receptive and offered some tools for preparation of the ceremony a month out. One of the main reasons, besides my friends glowing recommendation is that the retreat is small and intimate. It’s 6 people per retreat versus some of the others which have larger groups [up to 25]. For my first time, I felt more comfortable being in a more intimate setting where I could feel supported and seen throughout this process.

Upon arriving in Peru, they arranged for a taxi from our hotel in Cusco to their home. I felt very safe, supported [energetically, spiritually and emotionally] throughout the entire experience from ceremonies to the integration sessions the following days. The work that they offer anyone who visits is deep, personal and their awareness of that is felt through the 1:1 integration sessions, the rooms [which are comfortable with warm showers], the food prepared [Nilda makes such nourishing and delicious meals] and the place itself. There’s so much room to move around in the garden, in the living room, it’s very spacious and they make you feel at home.

I will be going back again in July of this year, a testament to how beneficial this place has been for me in regard to healing and self mastery work with plant medicine. I feel safe and comfortable doing so at Sapan Inka, I feel trust with both Erik and Nilda, I feel the respect they have for the work they do which [again] shows in the home they offer, the food they feed you with the support/care given post ceremonies.

I will always be so grateful for their knowledge, experience and love.
Momo
April 16, 2022 at 7:22 pm

It is rather difficult to capture in words the depth and breadth of the role Eric and Nilda played in our ayahuasca experience. We truly could not imagine having this experience anywhere else or with any one else. We feel so grateful that Eric and Nilda were our spiritual guides and Shamans throughout this life changing experience.

They are enlightened souls and it was a pleasure to share their home and their presence with them. Eric’s understanding of the human consciousness makes him a really well rounded shaman- the integration conversations with him after the ceremonies were just as eye opening as the experience itself and helped integrate the lessons from Mother Ayahuasca and San Pedro into this reality.

Nilda’s food was just as good for our soul as sitting quietly in their garden sanctuary. The walk to the beautiful mountains near their house is a memory we will carry with us forever as well the beautiful sound healing ceremony towards the end of our stay.

If you are ready for these medicinal plants to truly expand your consciousness in the safest, most loving setting imagine able, please look no further than Sapan Inka. We loved that the groups were really small- only 5 people which made it a really intimate experience.

Some day, if the plants ever call us again, we can’t imagine going anywhere but here.

Four months later, the plants continue to speak to us back home in our everyday life and we couldn’t be more grateful for the lessons. Thank you Eric and Nilda!