Biography of Maestro Alfredo
Alfredo Picota Panduro was born in Canaan de Cachiyacu, situated in the lush Ucayali region of Loreto, Peru. As a descendant of the esteemed Maestra Ayahuasquera Celia Panduro Huayta, he is deeply rooted in the rich ancestral traditions of the Shipibo Ayahuasquero lineage. From an early age, Alfredo exhibited a profound understanding of the spiritual dimensions of medicinal plants, which has profoundly shaped his life’s work.
Now at 40, Alfredo dedicates himself to sharing this invaluable ancestral wisdom with compassion and insight. He began leading Ayahuasca ceremonies at the age of 23, with the aim of deepening participants’ connections to the natural world and its myriad healing energies. His innate desire to help those in distress has fueled his commitment to his mission: to assist individuals grappling with mental, spiritual, and physical ailments, many of whom seek transformative healing experiences.
In addition to his spiritual practices, Alfredo has undertaken extensive diets and fasts with master medicinal plants, further enriching his understanding and expertise. He holds a degree in Social Sciences from the Universidad Los Ángeles (ULADECH) in Chimbote, Peru, which complements his spiritual knowledge with academic rigor.
Alfredo has dedicated years to dieting with Noa Rao, gaining specialized insights into the healing properties of master plants such as Shiric Sanango, Bobinsana, Ayahuma, and Noa Rao. His unwavering dedication to the healing potential of these plants has earned him great respect within his community, establishing him as a vital guide for those seeking holistic healing in Peru.
With a blend of traditional wisdom and modern understanding, Maestro Alfredo Picota Panduro continues to illuminate the path toward wellness for many, bridging the gap between ancient practices and contemporary healing needs.
Alfredo is a vital soul in the family of the Flower of Life Ayahuasca Healing Center. The dedication and love he offers are essential gifts on the spiritual journey.
Details of this retreat
Transform Your Life at Flower of Life Ayahuasca Healing Center 🌿🇵🇪
From July 1–28, 2026, we invite you to enter a sacred space of healing in the mystical Pacaya Reserve, just three hours from Iquitos, Peru.
Surrounded by the living wisdom of the Amazon, this 28-day retreat is a call to return to yourself — to soften, to listen, and to remember the truth of who you are. Guided by the ancestral traditions of the Shipibo-Conibo and the sacred power of medicinal plants, you will be held in a space created for deep inner work, spiritual connection, and heartfelt transformation.
This is more than a retreat. It is a journey inward. A prayer for the soul. A chance to release what no longer serves you and open your heart to clarity, peace, and love.
✨ Why Join Us?
Sacred Healing: Support your emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual renewal through a deeply immersive experience.
Connection to Your Essence : Rediscover your inner truth, awaken your spirit, and reconnect with the love that lives within.
Intimate Ceremonial Space: With groups of up to 8 participants, each journey is held with presence, care, and personal attention.
Peaceful Refuge in Nature : Rest in a safe, cozy, and nurturing environment where reflection and transformation can unfold naturally.
Ancestral Guidance: Be accompanied by experienced shamans and compassionate facilitators devoted to supporting your path.
🌟 Reserve Your Place
If you feel the call of the Amazon and the longing to reconnect with your spirit, this sacred journey may be for you. Spaces are limited to preserve the intimacy and depth of the experience.
Your healing begins the moment you say yes to your heart. 🌺
Asked $300 discount this month
Schedule
Breakfast at 8:00am
Meeting with Maestro to facilitate customized plan
Lunch 1:00 pm
Free time for activities
Private time for reflection, journaling, resting, shower, etc
3:00 Vapor baths and floral baths
Prepare for ceremony
7:00 ceremony begins
You will fly into Iquitos (IQT), Peru — the international gateway to the Amazon. Our staff will pick you up at the airport and guide you on a 2-hour drive south to the port town of Nauta. From Nauta, we travel approximately 1 hour by boat along the Marañón River into Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, arriving directly at the lodge. Total transfer time from airport: 3–4 hours. Pick-up and drop-off are included.
Accommodation
Each cottage is beautifully appointed with a modern bathroom, vaulted roofs, scenic views in every direction, comfortable beds and is immaculately cleaned. The land is dotted with cottages giving each guest immense privacy and solitude.
$4860
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
On 150 acres of primary rainforest within Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, reached by boat along the Marañón River. The main lodge, built in traditional Amazonian style with palm-thatched roofs, is where guests share meals and gather with the Maestros. The maloca, dedicated solely to medicine work, sits deeper in the jungle. Private cottages with private bathroom are scattered across the property. Intentionally off-grid: electricity and Wi-Fi on scheduled hours.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Fresh local meals: fruits, vegetables, fish, chicken. Ayahuasca diet (no salt, sugar, oils) on ceremony and dieta days. Balanced meals on integration days. Vegan/GF/DF available.
What's Included
Pick up and drop off from Iquitos Airport to healing center
Accommodation at Flower of Life Ayahuasca Healing Center
All meals are included while at the lodge
Ayahuasca ceremonies and San Pedro ceremonies
Kambo sessions
Diet detox medicinal plants
Private consultations with our shaman-healers and your facilitator
Spacious privately cottage with private bathroom and shower or shared accommodation style (No more than 2 people in the cottage )
Access to English and Spanish speaking facilitators
Floral aromatherapy baths
Steam baths with medicinal plants
Boat ride in Marañon River
All meals that adhere to the Ayahuasca diet
Educational, guided jungle tour
Visit to Pacaya Samiria Nature Preserve
Access to swimming pool
Unlimited water, tea and fruit
Group talks on shamanism and personal insights
Personal growth
What's Not Included
International airfare
Visa fees (if applicable)
Travel and medical insurance
Massage and additional spa services
Gratuities for staff and healers
Personal expenses and snacks outside provided meals
Long-distance phone calls
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Available Dates
July 1 - 28, 2026
Payments made through Retreat Guru do not include the cost of: plant medicine, psychedelics or similar products.