Home of Ayahuasca

Personalized healing in the Amazon.

Peru Iquitos paid

Deep in the Peruvian Amazon, Home of Ayahuasca offers a secluded and non-touristic retreat experience focused on profound personal transformation. This center emphasizes direct communication with ayahuasca and other plant medicines, providing a clean and safe space for purification and development. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, retreats are highly individualized, tailored to your specific needs and goals. Guests stay in private, secluded houses, fostering an environment of independence and deep introspection. The focus here is on facilitating long-term changes, healing past traumas, and unlocking hidden potential, all within the powerful embrace of the jungle. It's an opportunity for those seeking a truly personalized journey with plant medicine.

Highlights

Individualized retreat programs tailored to personal needs
Access to a variety of plant medicines beyond ayahuasca
Secluded, private jungle houses for guests
Strict or soft ayahuasca diet options available
Personalized guidance from experienced facilitators

Good for

Experienced meditatorsPlant medicine practitionersNature loversIndividuals seeking deep healingThose desiring personalized guidance

Setting

set deep within the Amazon jungle near Iquitos, the center provides a truly immersive natural environment. The atmosphere is one of profound tranquility and seclusion, far removed from the distractions of urban life. The lush, vibrant jungle surrounds offer a powerful backdrop for introspection and healing.

The practice

This center specializes in plant medicine ceremonies, primarily using ayahuasca, but also incorporating other healing plants like chiric sanango, camalonga, cactus San Pedro, and ajo sacha. The approach is highly individualized, with personalized guidance to support deep and lasting change. Participants engage in direct communication with these plant teachers in a safe and supportive jungle environment.

A typical day

Daily structure is highly customized to individual needs and the specific plant medicine protocol. While there isn't a fixed schedule, days typically involve plant medicine ceremonies, periods of reflection, and integration practices. The focus is on personal process rather than a rigid group timetable.

Accommodation

Guests are accommodated in individual, secluded houses scattered throughout the jungle property. This private lodging ensures a sense of personal space and independence, allowing for deep reflection and quiet contemplation during your retreat.

What to bring

Given the Amazon jungle climate, pack light, breathable clothing suitable for warm, humid conditions. Include insect repellent, a wide-brimmed hat, and sturdy walking shoes. Consider bringing a reusable water bottle and any personal items for your private accommodation.

Website homeofayahuasca.com

Address Iquitos, Peru

How to get there

The center offers airport pickup from Iquitos. Upon arrival at Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport (IQT), you will be met and transported to the retreat, which is approximately a two-hour drive away.

Nearest airport: Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport (IQT) (8 km)

The center provides airport pickup from Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport (IQT), which is about 8 km from Iquitos. The retreat itself is located a two-hour drive from the airport.

Nearest city: Iquitos

Languages

English

How to book

Details on the booking process are not explicitly provided, but typically involves contacting the center via their website to discuss your individual retreat needs.

Pricing

Retreats start from USD 700. The cost is customized based on your individual program and duration.

Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.

Visit Home of Ayahuasca website

Climate

Climate Zone: Tropical

Best Months: Sep, Jul, Aug

Avoid: Feb, May, Mar

Iquitos experiences a tropical rainforest climate with an annual average temperature of 25.9°C. The warmest months are typically December, January, and November, while May, June, and July are slightly cooler. The driest period is generally from July to September, with February, March, and May being the wettest months. Expect high humidity year-round.

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of diet should I follow before arriving?

The center offers both a strict 'white' ayahuasca diet and a softer option depending on your goals. The soft diet may include fish, eggs, boiled vegetables, rice, fruits, and herbal tea. Specific dietary guidelines will be provided upon booking to prepare you for your retreat.

What other plant medicines are available besides ayahuasca?

In addition to ayahuasca, the center works with other healing plants such as chiric sanango, camalonga, cactus San Pedro, and ajo sacha. Your personalized program will determine which plant medicines are most suitable for your individual goals.

Is this retreat suitable for someone new to plant medicine?

While the center focuses on deep and long-term changes, the individualized approach means programs can be tailored to your unique characteristics and needs. It's best to discuss your experience level and goals directly with the center during the booking process.

What is the typical duration of a retreat?

The center offers individual retreats with personalized guidance, suggesting that durations can vary based on your specific needs and goals. It is recommended to inquire directly with the center about available retreat lengths.

What amenities are available at the retreat?

The retreat provides individual secluded houses, a shared kitchen, and amenities such as a sauna, towels, and tour assistance. The focus is on a comfortable yet rustic jungle experience.