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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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November 27, 2017 at 11:42 amIt is my wish that people who would like to attend an Ayahuasca retreat feel confident that they will be in a comfortable and, most of all, balanced space. I cannot begin even to explain how wonderfully Erik and Nilda are able to express this at Sapan Inka. Their sincere care, wisdom and guidance is one that I hold very close in my heart and with all honesty, remember each day.
For me, when I began to research to different places that offered retreats, a very important thing was trust, one that was given without much thought, but rather by intuition. I first felt this when I read what they wrote on their site, and I was going kind of blindfolded but with a security that they were the right people for me. This was re-confirmed once I met them and spent a few instances with them, one feels a real sense of trust, harmony and security around them in many levels.
Their house is a extremely beautiful place, with a wonderful and quiet friend by the name of Tobi. Their retreats are very personal ones, but also as a group there’s also a sense of closeness and connection. As they are small there’s always the chance for them to integrate experiences personally and share so wonderful times with everyone.
Due to personal matters I was only able to attend one of the ceremonies, and with all certainty I can say that it was one of the most important experiences that I have had in my life which I still work to integrate and can work in the a direction thanks to Erik and the personal talk we held after the ceremony.
Everything That comes to my heart when I write this is of great honesty and love for the work that Erik and Nilda do at Sapan Inka. I truly hope that many of you will be part of their retreats and are able to heal and have a lot of happiness in your lives. I will thank them all my life and, hope also, to come back with them at one moment.
Thank you, Erik and Nilda.
Diego D.
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November 27, 2017 at 7:20 amAmazing! I could write a novel about how much I loved this trip but I will try keep it brief. I had never done anything like this before so I didn’t know what to expect but I was very impressed. If I do it again I will definitely go back to Sapan Inka! I really liked the small group we had 4 total. 3 of us stayed for the 2 Aya ceremonies, San Pedro and Machu Picchu. I strongly recommend doing everything-they all compliment each other very well. The small group was great because it gave us the attention we needed. I was really impressed with how well organized and how well everything flowed from day to day. The schedule was layed out perfectly. The home was very comfortable and the area has lots of room to walk during down time. I went alone and had my own room and I think you can share a room if you go with a friend. I felt very welcome in their beautiful house placed amongst the mountains and farm lands. The Aya and San Pedro ceremonies were perfect they were just what I needed. Erik and Nilda are very intelligent and experienced. When it came time to eat there were lots of laughs and good home made food. Everything between getting picked up at my hostel to getting dropped off at the airport was seamless and a great experience. Erik and Nilda are very kind and loving people with a wealth of knowledge I highly recommend them. I originally wanted something in the jungle but the sacred valley was so peaceful and beautiful AND Erik and Nilda are there! Afterwards they recommended some reading to help with the integration which I am very thankful for and the reading has helped a lot. Sapan Inka is the place to go if you want a quality genuine experience!
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November 26, 2017 at 7:32 pmI can’t say enough good things about Erik and Nilda. I enjoyed my experience with them so much I came back 6 months later to do it again.
Their house is beautiful, and their hospitality was wonderful. They are warm and welcoming and all the home cooked food was delicious!
They were helpful and informative when it came time for the ceremonies. I was nervous and didn’t know what to expect but they sat us down and explained everything. The ceremonies themselves were beautiful and spiritual and I had a profound experience. I went home to make powerful and positive empowered changes in my life.
I’m so grateful to Erik and Nilda for thier kindness and guidance and hospitality. I highly recommend them for anyone looking to experience ayahuasca. Especially if it’s your first time and you don’t know what to expect. They are wonderful!!
Juanita
November 26, 2017 at 10:25 amHaving sat in ceremony at one of the larger retreats in the Amazon, I was looking for a different experience my last time. After a lot of research, my daughter and I chose Sapan Inka. We definitely made the right choice. If you’re researching your options, sit here if:
1. Safety is of upmost importance: You want to know that you’re in safe hands during your entire stay.
2. Authenticity: You want someone who has plenty of experience working with aya and has dedicated many years in understanding how to lead ceremony for others.
3. Humility: Erik and Nilda are the real thing. You know it from the way they hold space, they way they nourish you, and their sincere humility. It’s incredibly beautiful.
4. Price: You’re don’t want to support aya tourism and the exorbitant costs that some of the retreat centers are charging.
5. Beauty: You want to be embedded in nature. The land is important to you. Sapan Inka is located in the Sacred Valley. You’re able to leave their sweet home and take gentle strolls during the day. It’s incredibly beautiful there and heart opening.
6. Nourishment: You desire the cleanest food to fuel you during your journey. A lot of it comes directly out of Erik and Nilda’s backyard and is lovingly prepared by Nilda.
7. Processing: All of the ceremonies I’ve attended include a group processing the following day. Sapan Inka is much more personal. The morning after ceremony, Erik sits with you and talks about your journey and your process for about 30 minutes. It’s nice to be able to open up and share in such a safe and private setting.
8. People: The groups are small. Mine had five. There’s a feeling that each of us were called to create the container we did during the time we were there.
9. Gut feeling: Ultimately, the decision is yours. You’ll read many reviews and have plenty of options. Go with your gut. I’m glad I did.
Safe journeys, and thanks for doing the work. 🙂
Beatriz Garces
March 6, 2017 at 5:41 amThere are not enough words I could write to express my gratitude to Erick and Nilda for their hospitality, care, and the reassurance offered during my retreat. These two are special souls who fulfill their life purpose of helping others heal through cleaning the body and spirit. Their home is comfortable, the meals are delicious, the surrounding scenery is spectacular, their super friendly dogs are playful and loving, and the ayahuasca ceremonies are extremely beautiful and impactful. I have never felt so much love in my heart. There was nothing scary about this experience. The mother plant is very effective in unearthing anything that might be hidden from the view of the person who is taking it. This is perfect for those who unconsciously tend to burry their feelings.
If you are reading this review and are seriously considering taking this journey there is no need to look elsewhere. This is the place for you.