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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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July 25, 2019 at 5:20 amI think I had a fairly atypical experience here. I approach plant medicine from a purely chemical perspective, and am interested in how the medicine can treat ptsd and depression. I’m not at all interested in the spiritual or ritualistic elements of the ceremony. But as a first timer, I didn’t want to be in a clinic setting. This was actually a great fit, as the group was small and Erik approaches the work with a psychology background, just what I wanted. However, I have a lot of gastric issues, specifically acid reflux. You are told to stop all medications before the retreat, so they don’t interfere. However I did a lot of reading after the retreat and learned that hydrochloric acid kills the DMT. So, the medicine didn’t have much of an effect on me. It was still extremely valuable, and I look forward to trying again, but next time I will continue my regular stomach medication and hopefully will be able to feel the medicine more fully.
fanof2012
July 12, 2019 at 8:28 pmSapan Inka was an experience to remember. I took part in 2 ayahuasca ceremonies and 1 San Pedro ceremony. The ayahuasca caused the best feeling of coziness that I have ever felt in my life. I was quite relaxed during the experience and felt the urge to snuggle up all wrapped in the blanket. I didn’t experience a large amount of visuals, but the thoughts flowed more clearly. I also found upon returning home that my habit of picking and biting my nails had diminished, so apparently ayahuasca has the ability to help with beating drug addiction AND bad habits.
The San Pedro experience in nature was weird in that I found myself thinking about negative things while on the San Pedro, but they didn’t bother me as much as they would if I was sober. I had the feeling this was an attempt to bring negative thoughts to the surface in a way that I could deal with them better.
But the best part of the Sapan Inka retreat was the trip to Machu Picchu. I felt profound metaphysical energies while there, and did indeed feel like a more spiritually enhanced person upon leaving.
Erik & Nilda were really interesting folks. Their way of making the ayahuasca ceremonies more enchanting with song and music was quite enjoyable and psychedelic. The food they served was wonderful. The nature atmosphere of Sapan Inka was quite pleasant to be in. Erik also did a great job of helping prep for the ceremonies and showed great wisdom.
The only reason I give 4 and not 5 stars was because Erik took the air out of my balloon a bit at the end of the retreat when he suggested I seek some therapy since I came across as a schizophrenic or autistic spectrum individual to him and he felt that could be problematic for me in the real world. I was kinda astonished to hear this because even though he wasn’t the first person to tell me that, I would expect someone in the field of entheogenic medicine and shamanism to be quite accepting of people like I who talk about far out things like metaphysics, conspiracies, and alien life. I guess he wasn’t too used to having people like that come to his retreat center. Nilda also got uncomfortable when I tried to give her a special type of goodbye hug before leaving and wasn’t interested in hearing why I decided to hug her the way I did, and seeing her get uncomfortable also took the air out of my balloon a bit.
But all that aside, the retreat was worth it and I would indeed recommend Sapan Inka as a potential ayahuasca retreat center, regardless of how Erik & Nilda perceived by uniqueness to be detrimental, they were still wonderful folks that and are definitely NOT snake oil salesman who care only about money.
johnw7000
April 20, 2019 at 2:47 pmTo travel half way around the world and take part in sacred ceremonies can be daunting to say the least. Erik & Nilda dissolved any feeling of such from the moment my son and I got off the bus and accepted their welcoming smiles with heartfelt hand shakes.
I will never forget these beautiful experiences of being a participant in such vital activities.
The care and love and complete restful approach that Erik & Nilda gift is immeasurable and could never be counted in dollars. Theirs is the ancient gift and art of sharing the beauty of realisation that one is in the process and presence of epic proportions.
Mother Ayashauca is very caring and kind if one allows her to encourage you to trust in her way. I felt and still feel her movement in a way that words fall short to convey.
Thank you Erik for your gift, thank you Nilda for yours also.
I will finish this review now with words of a sensing that awoke me before dawn just now to attempt to describe what is now flowing through and of me:
She same in from a directionless moment full of purpose and vitality carrying a vibrant knowing.
Hers is the truthful way that only dreaming brings. A soft breath caresses the dawn of seeing as ones realises what beyond words means ………………………. this is the stirring place of creativity
Awareness is so much more than ever could be described, it can only move in such a way that its very moment gives rise to a recognition that language in most cases has no words.
The Art of pure awareness is knowing reflective patterns that mirror pure organic warmth of vibrant pulsating energy.
Resting nowhere but only where truth resides, she gifts you much while allowing you so much more. Her expression is your movement, her voice is your heartbeat.
Wild within many moments, she approaches to where she already stays.
To recognise this simple truth is to express it freely and completely.
To hold this forever is to be truthful to the flexibility that is the gift of Life itself.
dsumeet444
February 18, 2019 at 10:51 pmI recommend this place 100%. My life has been completely transformed, and there are not enough words that I can put together on how truly deeply grateful I am for everything the medicine did for you, and how Erik and Nilda helped me through it. letting us share their warm home providing us the opportunity in the most professional yet gentle ways. I am getting ready to go through another journey in few years though, I talk about the medicine all the time and recommend Sapan Inka every-time. I was never the one who was going to attend a group setting of 20 something people. client host ratio really makes you feel safe as the ceremony is performed in a little temple in same house we are staying. the intimacy of the whole environment made me feel very grounded the second I entered their house. strangers became family and the whole 5 days were led in such loving way. and lastly the trip planned to macchu picchu was organized in such timely manner and the staff Erik hired for transportation is very trustworthy and professional. I am left with nothing but deep gratitude for everything the medicine and the most loving humans did for me. home Wifi is only allowed for emergency purposes, so arrange your service connectivity beforehand, also pack warm , I went in month of April. forever grateful for this true transformational journey
with love
Sumeet Dhillon
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February 14, 2019 at 10:15 pmYo soy una de las personas mas excepticas q puedan existir, y tuve miles de dudas antes de hacer este retiro y sobretodo en este lugar, pero después de leer muchos reviews, he informarme acerca del tema, decidí contactar con Erik. El cariño y el cuidado que uno recibe por parte de Erick y Nilda es fraternal, genuino, y sincero. La pre dieta es muy importante, y Erik esta en continua comunicación para q uno se sienta preparado. La charla previa a la ceremonia es primordial, donde Erik te explica y te prepara para lo q vas a experimentar, te da consejos, te avisa, y te guía en lo q debes hacer una vez entres al cuarto en el momento de la ceremonia. Durante la ceremonia ellos dos están contigo guiándote durante tu viaje, esta pendientes de que te encuentres bien tanto física como mentalmente, y se quedan contigo hasta q hayas regresado a este plano, no importa si se ha pasado de la hora q dura la ceremonia. Tu bienestar y tu integridad priman en todo el tiempo que dura la estadía. En cuanto al lugar es mágico, maravilloso. Se encuentra en El Valle Sagrado del Inca, la casa campestre es muy linda y muy cómoda, y las comodidades de la habitación de huéspedes son optimas y propias para tener el pleno descanso y tranquilidad que requiere una ceremonia de Ayahuasca. Con ellos se me fueron todos los miedos y temores que tenia de hacer Ayahuasca con unos desconocidos. Ellos velan por tu seguridad y tranquilidad. El día q yo vaya a repetir otro retiro de Ayahuasca, sin duda lo hare con Erik y Nilda. Totalmente recomendados
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I am one of the most exceptional people that can exist, and I had thousands of doubts before making this retreat and especially in this place, but after reading many reviews, I have informed myself about the subject, I decided to contact Erik. The love and care that one receives from Erick and Nilda is fraternal, genuine, and sincere. The pre diet is very important, and Erik is in continuous communication so that one feels prepared. The talk before the ceremony is paramount, where Erik explains and prepares you for what you are going to experience, gives advice, warns you, and guides you in what you should do once you enter the room at the time of the ceremony. During the ceremony they are with you guiding you during your trip, is aware that you are well physically and mentally, and stay with you until you have returned to this plane, it does not matter if you have passed the time of the ceremony. Your well-being and your integrity prevail in all the time the stay lasts. As for the place it is magical, wonderful. It is located in the Sacred Valley of the Inca, the country house is very nice and very comfortable, and the comforts of the guest room are optimal and proper to have the full rest and tranquility that requires an Ayahuasca ceremony. With them, all the fears and fears I had of doing Ayahuasca with strangers were gone. They watch over your safety and tranquility. The day I go to repeat another Ayahuasca retreat, I will undoubtedly do it with Erik and Nilda. Fully recommended.