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

Sapan Inka Retreat Center

Sacred Valley, Cusco, Perú

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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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Reviews (169)

4.8 out of 5
Overall 4.8
  • Jamesp
    December 7, 2018 at 12:42 pm

    This was my first experience of Ayahuasca which I undertook after several years of research and internal questioning. Erik and Nilda came highly recommended and the entire experience gave so much more than I could have dreamed of.

    I have read another review on this site suggesting that Sapan Inka was austere and dry. My own view is that what Erik and Nilda do is create an environment where anything which could distract from the medicine and the process is minimised, and this creates the most effective way to enter the spiritual world. That being said the house itself and its setting is absolutely beautiful by the way, in case anyone was worrying, and the food delicious and sustaining.

    I will minimise any description my own experience with the medicine because that will be different for everyone, but I can say that my life has been profoundly changed and I do believe that Erik and Nilda’s guidance was a significant part of that. Erik’s knowledge, wisdom and honesty cannot be questioned by anyone who has been through the process with him. If and when the calling comes to me to engage with the medicine again, Sapan Inka is the place I shall go to do it.

    Main tips: be firm in your intention, stick to the diet, be honest and open yourself up.

  • roymundo
    December 4, 2018 at 12:48 am

    Four of us stayed for two nights with Erik and Nilda in 2018. It was the first time doing ayahuasca for all four of us.

    Erik and Nilda were very kind and clear, with a lot of experience, which we greatly appreciated. Erik speaks better English, so he prepped us and screened us to decide how much to give us. We did ayahuasca two nights in a row.

    In short, the first night was one of the most difficult of my life. I probably did not do the diet perfectly, which is advised. I also got to face and see my demons and shadows right in my face, terrifying but all good.

    The second night was one of the best experiences of my life, super profound. The veil lifted, and I felt like I was hanging out with God and the angels all night!

    Food was fine. Overall, a great experience. One difference between this and other experiences I have had is that Erik and Nilda find that keeping the group experience short (2-3 hours) and then sending people to their room (when ready) is more powerful for personal process time. Other experiences I have had where there was longer group time and group processing, and also more individual attention from the leaders. Both ways work well.

    Oh, the music was awesome as well! I would recommend Sapan Inka to anyone! Blessings.

  • Desiree
    December 2, 2018 at 6:38 pm

    Sapan Inka, Erik and Nilda, an experience which changed my life, without possibility to go back to what was before.
    The best way to describe it: imagine someone puts you in a washing machine, full power, and then squeezes out all the negative/bad things you have inside and around you. After that, it’s your job to fill yourself up again with something new, more meaningful, more positive.
    The experience can be quite dark at some points, blissful at others.
    Erik and Nilda are there to help, support you, just the way you need, gently guiding you about the best way to approach the ceremonies according to your personal story.
    I’d recommend Erik and Nilda, because they are professional, serious. Safety is extremely important in such a context.
    What in the very beginning made me choose them is the smaller groups they host, with the lower price: it gave me security they were not “just looking for money”.
    Again, thank you so much.

  • BrianMcn4
    October 10, 2018 at 6:53 am

    Wow, can’t really put into words how grateful I am to have come across Erik & Nilda and their Sapan Inka Retreat. Erik & Nilda are the most caring, loving and supportive couple I have honestly ever met and they both have a great understanding of healing and reintegration practices. The entire 6 day retreat was flawlessly organized. Me and my cousin did the 6 day retreat, with two ayahuasca ceremonies and one San Pedro ceremony – because of Erik & Nilda’s extensive knowledge with these healing plants, all participants had a positive healing experience that can’t quite be put into words. Also, on the last day of the retreat, Erik & Nilda organized the entire day of visiting Machu Picchu and even paid for lunch. The cost of the trip pays for itself and I can honestly say I would pay 5 times the amount they charged to experience what I did. For me personally, I credit Erik & Nilda’s knowledge of the sacred medicines for the reason why the experience was so positive and uplifting . The location of the retreat house is really awesome, it’s in a really quiet area in the sacred valley of Peru, with a clean river flowing from the top of the mountain and the house is basically in a bowl of beautiful mountains. I will remember and cherish this experience for the rest of my life and recommend Sapan Inka to all who seek and need powerful internal healing. Kindest Regards! -Brian M.

  • emekadonald
    March 28, 2018 at 2:25 pm

    This was my first experience with Ayahuasca and San Pedro, and prior to having it I had heard a few things and watched a few videos out of curiosity for other people’s experience. I was very impressed with Erik and Nilda. They made us feel very welcome the minute they met us. Their home was very comfortable and they were very intentional and organized. I felt the ceremonies were run efficiently as well as the day trip to Machu Pichu. I felt very comfortable during the ceremonies and even after when we had our down time to reflect and recover. They had very good insight during our one on one sessions in regard to our personal experience with the medicine. I am so thankful for both of them and would highly recommend anyone who is interested/called to the medicine to seek Erik and Nilda.

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