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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April 4, 2024 at 8:15 pmI did the 3 day retreat with Erik and Nilda and it was an experience I’ll never forget. We were a small group what I really liked, because Erik would spend a lot of time with each person and advise him according his personal needs. Everything was great starting with accommodation, amazing healthy food prepared by Nilda and finish with the ceremony. This is something that everyone should try in his life. The way they lead the the ceremony makes me to want go back do it again. My wife did it at another place with 20+ people and now I want her to go to Eric and Nilda and experience the difference. And the most important in a less then a year after the ceremony I’m experiencing amazing changes in my life that I never expected to happen!
Claire
April 1, 2024 at 9:14 amI take a deep breath before writing this because I want to do justice to the experience I had at Sapan Inka.
Before travelling I did some light research and reading, completed the thorough questionnaire for this retreat, and spoke with Erik to ask any questions that remained about the retreat. I felt ready, calm and happy about the plan.
From arrival everything moved in to place to open up the full experience of the retreat. Every day and every moment felt comfortable and intentional. The structure and intent which Erik and Nilda have created welcomes and embraces you to let go and allow yourself to succumb to the experience.
I felt supported and comfortable throughout, which was especially important during points where some challenges arose for me. Integration sessions with Erik were extremely insightful. We spoke after the retreat and follow up resources were shared which again really helped with the continuation of my journey.
I could go on but I will stop here and summarise that I would whole heartedly recommend Sapan Inka to all of my closest friends. Erik and Nilda have created a beautiful, welcoming space and I am truly grateful to them that I was able to experience it for the days I was there and in my heart afterwards.
Allaoua
April 1, 2024 at 5:50 amI have spent 5 days with Erik and Nilda (and their rescued 2 dogs Negra and Laika and cat) back in October. Words alone cannot describe what a wonderful experience it was. Erik and Nilda are truly special. They are deeply kind and genuine and made me feel at home. I can’t wait to join them again in their new home and get to see Negra (the black dog) I have become attached to and vice versa.
Peace and Love
Omar
wes
March 31, 2024 at 9:46 pmIncredible retreat and a transformative 3 days spent with Erik and Nilda. They are beautiful healers and made me feel incredibly comfortable from the moment I walked through their doors. I can’t recommend this enough! my ceremony changed my life and I am so grateful for the time I spent with them. 10/10 experience
phindangle
March 30, 2024 at 8:53 amWow. All I can say is wow.
Everything at the sapa inka retreat was top notch. Erik is an incredible shaman and his wife Nilda is an incredible woman in her own right with a feminine erergy that really helped balance the center. They work as a team to provide an excellent experience for every one there. The house and amenities are very nice (hot showers and comfortable beds) and it is located in a beautiful area in the sacred valley of Peru where there’s a beautiful river maybe like 100 meters from the retreat center. The food Nilda provides is healthy and delicious.
During the 3 aya ceremonies I did I had a tough time of it on my first two ceremonies and I am very happy I came here because of the small groups I was able to get individual attention. During my second ceremony I was tossing and turning and making noises kinda uncontrollably, and after letting me battle it for some time which I appreciate, Erik was able to come over me, say a prayer and put some kind of liquid on top of me which instantly calmed me down. It was incredible. It’s like he knew exactly what I needed when I needed it.
I am 2 weeks back from my aya retreat at Sapa Inka and I was just at a party and I had the most incredible time. A month ago at the same kind of party I would not know what to say to keep conversations going and it was very difficult for me be engaging, but now after Aya I feel like my brain is so much more clear and at this party this weekend I was so much more engaging, so much funnier and I was maintaining eye contact like I never have before.
It’s really incredible and I really have to think that it was Aya that helped clear my brain. It also gave me tangible steps that I need to do in order to live a better, happier life which includes nurturing my relationships better with people, maybe getting rid of my smart phone and either getting a dumb phone or something similar and creating more.
Creating more art, creating more music and potentially creating children. I had been very anti kids before but now I see it as something that I want.
My third ceremony was absolutely incredible and unbelievably beautiful. I am so glad that Aya called me and I finally answered that call.
There are also two dogs and a cat at the center and they are lovely to interact with.
I really could not recommend the center more. Thank you Erik and Nilda and a special thank you to mother Aya for helping me so much in such a short time. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.