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.
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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Raul
February 7, 2018 at 7:14 amRaúl. I am from Panamá – 47 years old. I heard about the term ayahuasca on 2011 for first time, when I began to read and take a look at many videos about personal experiences, documentary and scientist research. Then I took the decision to live this spiritual experience and selected the Sapan Inka Project, after a period of looking for a confident and serious place during 4 years.
I have participated in these retreats in December 2015 and December 2017. In both journeys I had experienced an extremely spiritual and mystical connection with the rest of universe both at a particle and at an existence level.
The job Erik and Nilda make is to guide every participant to face what the medicine would immerse every person in a unique way. Every detail of the retreat is carefully taken by them including logistical steps, vegetarian feeding, one to one talk before and after every experience, the selection of the house, the room, every step of the ritual, the icaros, etc. I felt them with me in my internal journey, even when I was under intensive catharsis trances. When they sing the icaros, their voices move the male and female energy to clean everything in our body, constituent elements, particles, in the material, mental, astral and many other dimensions that makes part or a connection within our existence.
In my case ayahuasca retreats in Sapan-Inka allowed my more vivid experience than all the information read and heard for the last 20 years, from many mystical sources.
If you need to go an step ahead in your own existence, no matter how elevated you feel to be, in my retreat experience I have seen there is always something to clean in our very profound inner dimensions. Based on this extract I recommend to those who want to be in charge of their destiny to visit Erick and Nilda at the Sapan Inka Project. I universal hug to everyone of my sisters and brothers.
francois
January 24, 2018 at 10:37 amIf you are like me, you’ll be scared that you will either die or go crazy (or go crazy and then die!) during the ayahuasca ceremony. Yet, I’ve lived to tell the tail and I believe the experience have put me on a more psychologically even keel. Erik and Nilda are kind and sincere and at all times you will feel safe and taken care of. I would have awarded the experience 6 stars if I could! Francois, South Africa
Cyntre13
January 24, 2018 at 8:29 amMy experience at Sapan Inka Retreat Center was deeply profound. For years I have desired to travel to Peru and attend ceremonies. I have researched dozens of retreats and reached out to several of them. I finally choose Sapan Inka because I believed they were the most authentic and that their hearts were truly in it. Now that I’ve stayed there, I know those beliefs to be 100% true. The ceremonies were beautiful. Erik and Nilda’s amazing music and voices carried my psyche through the currents of the plant medicines in beautiful harmony. The retreat center and its surroundings are peaceful and picturesque. Spending the days reading, meditating, and walking around the valley was therapeutic. The vegan meals were delicious and fulfilling. The arrangements for our trip to Machu Pichu were also perfect. I am very grateful for the opportunity to attend a retreat at Sapan Inka and hope to experience it again.
dudeski
January 23, 2018 at 4:13 pmI did my research prior to picking Sapan Inka Retreat. Initially I wanted to have my ceremony near the jungles of Iquitos but I am so thankful I chose Sapan Inka instead. The ceremony was held in Sacred Valley inside of a luxurious villa. There were no bugs, running toilets, warm showers and comfortable beds.
Erik and Nilda were very warm to the entire group. My group consisted of only 5 people. 4 women and myself (a male). Everyone was very comfortable during the ceremonies and Erik did an amazing job debriefing everyone after each ceremony.
I followed the aya diet exactly as prescribed and I was very happy I did. The experience was very spiritual, loving and positive. I have since recommended it to anyone who has asked me and if I ever return to Peru I hope to give Erik and Nilda a visit!
Surrenderperu17
January 23, 2018 at 1:25 amI found Sapan Inka retreat online and decided to try it out for my for my first ayuyhuasca retreat while traveling in Peru… heard rumors saying retreats near a Cusco were a scam but felt a connection with Erik and Nilda through their emails and knew this was the one… and must say had zero regret they exceeded my expectations. They limit the number of participants to 5 but in our case there were only 3 and it was great we bonded and were able to share our experiences in a super safe environment. As explained in their website they only offer 2 ayu ceremonies per retreat because they believe it’s enough.. it’s not about the money or quantity but the quality of the experience and the ability to guide each participant in an intimate space.
The first ceremony was quite intense for me and every time I felt afraid or lost I could feel their presence surrounding and guiding me… if they could they would have walked the path for me but I knew I had to do it alone… it was like having the mother and father along the journey it was rough and beautiful at the same time highly recommend anyone in Cusco to find time because it’s was a unique experience.
House, food, transfer, nature was all amazing and had all my needs met. Will definitely revisit next time I’m in Peru.
Hard part is leaving and continue the path and lessons alone but I know if I ever need help they are always available a click away.