Ancestral Yoga Retreat (6 days) Shamanic Ceremonies & Luxury Glamping (Airport Pickup Included)

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Sacha Wasi Ayahuasca Retreat - Ecuador, 15, Puyo, Ecuador
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Up to 8 in group
Date
Feb 4 - 9, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Awaken Your Cosmic Memory in the Heart of the Amazon
  • Step into the Ecuadorian rainforest for a life-changing journey that blends ancestral wisdom, yoga, ceremony, and nature into a 6-day sacred initiation. This retreat is designed to help you reconnect with your essence, awaken your memory, reset your cosmic energy, and remember who you truly are.
  • Sacred Plant Experiences Guided by Kichwa Yachaks
  • Experience the profound healing power of Psilocybin, Cacao, and Changa in authentic Amazonian ceremonies led by indigenous Yachaks and modern healers. Each ritual opens a portal between dimensions, inviting deep introspection and connection with the subtler layers of your consciousness.
  • Daily Yoga, Meditation & Conscious Movement
  • Through various styles of Hatha Yoga, breathwork, meditation, and mantra, you will realign the physical, mental, and spiritual bodies. Each posture becomes a channel to distribute awareness into different aspects of your inner reality, supporting integration throughout the journey.
  • Two Worlds in One Journey: Jungle Cabins & Luxury Glamping
  • Begin your immersion with three nights in Sacha Wasi, living among the Kichwa community in rustic Amazonian cabins. Complete your transformation with two nights at Animal Glamping, where comfort, nature, and serenity create the perfect space for reflection and integration.
  • A Deep Cultural Exchange with the Amazon’s Guardians
  • Visit four indigenous communities, participate in a collaborative mural with local children, learn ancestral tools, explore cacao farms, and witness firsthand how the Kichwa people protect their land, traditions, and spiritual heritage.
  • Nature as Teacher: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & River Adventures
  • Experience the Amazon through jungle hikes, canoe journeys, birdwatching, sacred waterfalls, and breathtaking viewpoints—moments that awaken presence, gratitude, and ancestral memory decoding.
  • Held by a Team of More Than Ten Soul Guardians
  • Yachaks, healers, yoga instructors, and holistic practitioners accompany you every step of the way, holding a safe, loving, and transformative energetic container throughout your entire journey.
  • A Journey of Healing, Remembrance & Transformation
  • This retreat is not tourism — it is a return to origin. A sacred opportunity to cleanse, realign, expand, and reconnect with your highest self in one of the most powerful ecosystems on Earth.

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Ancestral Yoga Retreat – 6 Days / 5 Nights
• Cacao • Psilocybin • Changa • Yoga • Meditation • Luxury Glamping • Adventure
$1,600 per person – Includes private round-trip transportation to and from Quito AirportPuyo, Ecuador
(Fly into Quito, Ecuador)
• 1 Psilocybin Ceremony (guided by Kichwa Yachaks in the Maloca)• 1 Changa Ceremony (“God Molecule” astral activation)• Cacao Ceremony Workshop (certificate included)• Cannabis Oil Massage Therapy (THC/CBD oils by the river)• Daily Yoga Classes (Hatha, Yin, Power Yoga, Yoga 420)• Meditation & Integration Circles• Aura Cleansing & Sound Healing (at the Indichuris viewpoint)• Primal Osho Dance & Holotropic Breathwork• Visits to 4 Indigenous Communities• Participatory Mural Project with local children & artists• Cacao Farm Tour + Make your own chocolate bar• Hola Vida Waterfall Hike Excursion• Canoe Trip for Birdwatching• Indichuris Viewpoint Visit• Bonfire Gathering & Ancestral Storytelling• Luxury Glamping Experience (2 nights)• Rustic Jungle Cabins (3 nights)• All Meals  (vegan/vegetarian options available)• Water, Tea & Coffee Unlimited• Yoga Mats Provided• Farewell Gift• Round-trip Private Transportation from Quito to Puyo• All local transfers included

A FUSION BETWEEN ANCESTRAL WISDOMAND CONTEMPORARY PRACTICES
Sacha Wasi is a living Kichwa community deep within the Ecuadorian Amazon — a sacred territory where ancestral wisdom, jungle medicine, and the rhythms of nature flow as one. Here, ceremonies and teachings are practiced in their original form, guided by the Yachaks and families who preserve these ancient traditions.
A team of more than ten soul guardians accompanies you throughout the retreat, blending the guidance of indigenous healers with the support of holistic practitioners from around the world. Each facilitator brings their own unique medicine, creating a harmonious bridge between ancient knowledge and modern spiritual tools.
Every ritual, yoga session, sound journey, and jungle walk is designed as a sensory portal — weaving aromas, songs, movement, and energy to awaken ancestral memory and reconnect you with your essential nature.
At Sacha Wasi, you are not a visitor. You are welcomed as a student of the Earth, held with reverence and supported in every breath, every release, and every revelation.
Our retreats are designed for a complete reset, with daily integration and holistic therapy sessions to help you reconnect with nature and find a healthier and happier way of being. In this breathtaking location, where Ayahuasca is celebrated as a national treasure, you will experience one of the world's most scenic psychedelic retreats. SACHA WASI is your chance to transform yourself and see the world in a new light.

Retreat Details
Duration: 6 Days / 5 NightsLocation: Puyo, Ecuador – Ecuadorian Amazon(Fly into Quito, private transportation included)

Accommodation
At our retreat, guests are welcome to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Amazon rainforest while staying in comfortable and locally constructed bamboo huts. Our rustic casitas offer all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, including high-speed internet, electricity, and hot showers. Guests can enjoy three delicious meals per day, as well as access to laundry facilities.
For the final two nights, the experience expands into luxury glamping at Animal Glamping, where elegant tents, soft bedding, private jacuzzis, and tranquil forest views create the perfect sanctuary for rest and integration. Here, nature and comfort merge seamlessly, offering a gentle landing after the ceremonial and energetic work of the jungle.
Between activities, guests are free to explore trails, rest in hammocks, visit viewpoints, connect with the community, or simply absorb the quiet wisdom of the rainforest.

Retreat Itinerary 



DAY 1 – Arrival & Amazon Introduction
• Private transportation from Quito to Puyo• Arrival at Sacha Wasi and check-in• Welcome lunch and introduction to the Amazon• Visit to the Indichuris community (wildlife & cultural overview)• Aura cleansing and sound healing at the Indichuris viewpoint• Dinner in the community• Bonfire gathering with jungle storytelling and ancestral meditation




DAY 2 – Psilocybin Ceremony & Primal Osho Dance
• Morning yoga & biodecoding session• Light breakfast• Preparation for the Psilocybin Ceremony• Psilocybin Ceremony guided by Kichwa Yachaks• Primal Osho Dance and holotropic breathwork for emotional release• Cannabis oil massage therapy by the river• Rest and integration




DAY 3 – Community Visits, Canoe Experience & Mural Project
• Morning Yin Yoga for integration• Traditional amazonian breakfast• Visits to Kichwa communities • Canoe trip along the Puyo River for birdwatching• Lunch, traditional Maito Dish• Participatory mural project with local children and staff• Dinner at Sacha Wasi




DAY 4 – Waterfall, Cacao Farm & Transfer to Glamping
• Morning Yoga 420 Session• Breakfast and farewell gathering with the Sacha Wasi community• Visit to the Hola Vida Waterfall• Cacao farm tour and creation of your own cacao bar• Transportation to Animal Glamping and check-in• Lunch and free time to explore the surroundings• Cacao Ceremony Workshop (including philosophy and tools)• Dinner and rest




DAY 5 – Yoga 420 & Changa Ceremony
• Morning Power Yoga• Animal Glamping Breakfast• Free morning for relaxation and exploration• Changa Ceremony (“God Molecule”) for spiritual expansion• Dinner and restful night at the glamping




DAY 6 – Closing & Departure
• Closing yoga class• Breakfast, certificate ceremony, and farewell gift• Return transportation from Animal Glamping back to Quito
Note: The schedule is approximate and may change
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Additional Options
• Extra Night (Optional) – $35 USD
• Handmade Artisanal Crafts by the Community(price varies depending on the piece)
• Additional Ceremonies (Optional) Ayahuasca, San Pedro, Psilocybin: $120 USD

Meet the Team
We believe that the success of our ayahuasca retreat depends on the quality of our team. Our experienced and dedicated facilitators, healers, and support staff are here to ensure a safe and supportive environment for exploring the depths of your consciousness and embarking on a journey of self-discovery.


Jesus Dagua - Medicine Man (Yachak), Tribal President
Yusu Dagua - Medicine Man (Yachak)
Byron Santi - Medicine Man (Yachak)
Mama Marlene Guatatuca - Medicine Woman (Warmi Yachak), Tribal Elder
Mario Lemuria / Medicine man, Yoga Instructor
Marisela Navarro - Doctor and holistic healer
David Pinto - Therapist, chiropractic care, yoga, and endocannabinoid wellness
Vandana Sharma - Kirtan Singer
Cris Harold - Artist Muralist, cultural manager

Join us today and let us guide you on your path to spiritual growth and inner transformation!
Pricing and Registration
Full Package – 6 Days / 5 Nights
$1,600 USD per person(Available until January 27)

Payment Methods
Bank Transfers – United States
Secure payment link to pay directly to Sacha Wasi in Ecuador:https://envios.pichincha.com/l/Cs2woszn

Bank Transfer – Ecuador
Banco del Pichincha (EC)Account Holder: Mario Alonso Cordero LemusAccount Number: 2202173791National ID: 0105196497

Zelle Payments
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Crypto Payment (USDT)
Network: BSC / Binance Smart ChainWallet Address: 0xd9522618d4032fa2a6eae5e74cc74f965752828a
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How do I know if Sacha Wasi is right for me?
Whether you're seeking to tackle specific issues like stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue, or burnout, or simply looking to detox from life's challenges, Sacha Wasi is the ideal destination. Our retreat provides the perfect environment to reset, renew, and find the peace and balance you need. Come and let us support you on your path to wellness.
Why do people come to Sacha Wasi?
No matter what brings you to Sacha Wasi, our team is here to support your journey toward wellness. Whether you're seeking to heal from loss, rebuild relationships, boost self-esteem, or find emotional balance, our experienced facilitators have been helping people heal their lives with plant medicine for decades. Whether you're looking to explore your dreams and aspirations, focus on healthy aging, or simply need some rest and recharge, we're here to help. Come find your true self at Sacha Wasi.

If you have any further questions or concerns, our team is always available to assist you. Join us on this journey of inner exploration and self-discovery, and let us support you every
step of the way.

Getting Here

Location icon Sacha Wasi, Sacha Wasi Ayahuasca Retreat - Ecuador, 15, Puyo, Ecuador

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93GP+C34, Parroquia Tarqui

Accommodation

Rooms & Accommodations Guests stay in two unique locations that blend authenticity with comfort. Sacha Wasi Jungle Cabins (3 Nights) Rustic bamboo casitas inside the Kichwa community, offering: • Comfortable beds • Private bathroom & hot shower • Electricity & high-speed internet • Access to laundry facilities • Immersive jungle surroundings Animal Glamping (2 Nights) Luxury tented suites designed for rest and integration, featuring: • Private bathroom • Comfortable bedding • Natural décor • Forest views & outdoor seating • Pool access • Jacuzzis available in select tents A balanced experience of ancestral living and natural luxury in the Amazon.

Accommodation
6-Day Ancestral Yoga Retreat in the Amazon: Awaken Your Cosmic Memory

Venue & Amenities

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Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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Meals

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Meals are prepared with love by the Kichwa community and our retreat cook, offering fresh Amazonian dishes—simple, clean, and grounding—with vibrant fruits, grains, teas, and options that include fish

What's Included

  • 3 nights in rustic jungle cabins at Sacha Wasi
  • 2 nights in luxury Animal Glamping
  • All meals included (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, or meals with fish)
  • Purified water, tea, and coffee
  • Round-trip private transportation from Quito to Puyo
  • All local transfers during the retreat
  • Psilocybin Ceremony
  • Changa Ceremony
  • Cacao Ceremony Workshop (certificate included)
  • Cannabis oil massage therapy (THC/CBD oils) by the river
  • Daily yoga classes (Hatha, Yin, Power Yoga, Yoga 420)
  • Meditation and integration circles
  • Aura cleansing and sound healing at Indichuris viewpoint
  • Primal Osho Dance session
  • Holotropic breathwork
  • Visits to four Indigenous Kichwa communities
  • Participatory mural project with local children and artists
  • Cacao farm tour and make-your-own cacao bar
  • Guided jungle hike
  • Canoe trip for birdwatching
  • Hola Vida waterfall excursion
  • Visit to the Indichuris viewpoint
  • Bonfire gathering and ancestral storytelling
  • Professional photographer
  • Yoga mats provided
  • Farewell gift
  • Full support team of more than ten healers, guides, and facilitators

What's Not Included

  • Flights of any kind
  • Travel and health insurance
  • Extra services not mentioned in the program
  • Extra night in Quito (not included)

Customer Reviews

4.91 out of 5.0 average rating

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Healing and Renewal at Sacha Wasi
In December 2024, I embarked on a three-day retreat that forever changed my life. I waited a couple of months before writing this review to truly absorb and understand the impact of the experience. Looking back, I can say with certainty, the plant medicine worked.​

Before arriving in Ecuador, I was in a dark place, trapped in the cycle of pushing forward, staying busy, and trying to "stay strong." Even with talk therapy, I never fully released the weight of my emotional pain—I only kept it contained. But deep down, I was on the verge of collapse. I came to this retreat seeking relief, seeking guidance, and what I found was something far more profound than I ever expected.

Through the ayahuasca ceremony, I confronted and purged the deepest trauma that had been silently consuming me. It was intense (mentally, physically, and emotionally) but it was necessary, and I unearthed a newfound peace and clarity that words cannot fully capture. The plant medicine worked in ways I never imagined possible. I wake up every day feeling lighter, freer, and profoundly grateful. This retreat was a turning point, a sacred journey that set me on a path of healing and renewal.

Beyond the ceremony itself, every aspect of the retreat nourished my soul:
- The Amazon rainforest, alive and powerful, offered a healing environment.
- The indigenous community welcomed us with warmth and generosity. Their wisdom, expertise, and guidance through the ceremony and after were invaluable.
- The food was fresh, healthy, and prepared with care.
- The accommodations were comfortable, allowing space for reflection and rest.
- I was surrounded by a small, supportive group of fellow participants who embraced the experience with openness and courage. Their presence made the journey even more meaningful, and I think of them often.

I cannot recommend Sacha Wasi enough. If you feel called to this experience, trust that call. It may challenge you, but on the other side, you just might find the freedom you have been seeking.

5.0
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Life changing experience
At the very beginning, of course, I was wary of my trip. This is the first experience for me, I have never tried it before. I was worried about safety and people.

As soon as I arrived, I was met by two girls - Maya and Ola. They were very friendly, open and natural. Without any "magic" or ego regarding their stay here. They said that they also learn something here every day. Later we met the group, there were 6 of us at the beginning (three came for the weekend, and three others stayed for the whole week, I was there the whole week). The two girls gave us a tour of the whole wonderful place, and then we had an integration session. That same evening, we had our first ayahuasca.

At the integration, we met several members of the Kichuwa (not sure if i write it correctly) tribe, they were also simple and natural. At the first and second night ceremony, there were many people who were present to help if anything happened.

All 7 days went great. There were 2 ayahuasca ceremonies, 1 San Pedro and 1 of your choice. Three times a day delicious and pure food, in our free time we went to a waterfall, to an observation deck in the mountains, to a chocolate and coffee farm. All this was in a group with locals from the tribe. They were with us when needed - on excursions, ceremonies, integration sessions; communicated in Spanish (there is a translator).

Regarding the ceremonies themselves

1) Ayahuasca #1 went just without incident
2) Ayahuasca #2 was a mind-blowing experience for me. I experienced what is called a bad trip (about which you can find a lot of impressions on the Internet). But! In addition to the fact that the trip was bad, the realization itself was simply supernatural. I study philosophy and religions, and in this trip I saw all the mythological, religious and philosophical patterns, and how they manifest from the indescribable THAT into material conceptual units of this being.
But not everyone experiences a bad trip. We had one girl crying during the integration from love she felt during Ayahuasca.
3) Psilocybin - I came for it (i wanted to do this mostly), not knowing who it was and what it was. It was a life-changing experience. It led me by the hand to the problem that I did not even suspect. Compared to Ayahuasca, Psilocybin is very kind and gentle. I was very lucky that there were 4 more people next to me who took San Pedro. As Byron, the head of the Kichawa tribe (he accompanied us at the ceremony and then we talked with him during the integration), said: San Pedro is a grandfather, and Psilocybin is a child. Therefore, what happened to me was right. It so happened that I experienced my birth. Anew, and in a new way. Having been completely rejected at my own birth, not knowing my parents, I saw that I had this problem: no connection with the world and with myself. And then I experienced my birth with these people next to me, two of whom suddenly became my parents, and two - my ancestors (of course, they did not know this, but what Psilocybin showed me, and how others behaved with me - all this was indescribably correct). I was born into a perfect world full of love, a paradise. I lived my grief fully, even enjoying it. I couldn't believe, it is at all could be possible. Later, i lived LOVE. Whole my existence was immersed and absorbed into LOVE. I felt in by every cell of me, every particle. If with Ayahuasca i saw some beyond-the-word existential philosophical patterns, with Psilocybin i saw beyond-the-word LOVE. Fraternal and MAternal patterns. And i understood, you can study philosophy million of years, but if you don't have LOVE LIVED within you, you cannot achieve Father. Unfortunately, so many ppl live without this love. I wish, ppl with depression, suicidal intentions etc etc, could have this experience. It costs million of hours of psychotherapy.
4) San Pedro. It did not affect me in an obvious way. But, probably, I lived with it all the emotions when I was a psilocybin child. San Pedro gave me some kind of meditative state literally for an hour and that's it.

Everything was good. People are kind, the local tribe is kind, helpful. Everything was safe, soft. Yes, there was a bad trip, but it ended well. I think with Ayahuasca, everyone should decide for themselves. It works straight and sometimes in an unpleasant way... I can't answer for everyone... Be careful.

I don't want to try anything yet, but if I suddenly wanted to try medicine again, I would come to these people. I was very lucky to choose this place for my first experience.

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Wonderful experience
Unlocked so many parts of my mind and body that haven't been seen or felt in so many years. Wonderful people and a truly amazing place. So much to unpack from this and I am noticing so many things now being back home. The Amazon is a truly wonderful place and the people are so in touch with it. Thank you again so much for having me there and one day I will be back.

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Everything I hoped for!
I attended the Sacha Wasi weekend retreat in December 2024 and it was everything I hoped for. They definitely know what they are doing. The whole process, starting with booking and having all my questions answered, having a pre-retreat call, getting support and information during the retreat itself thanks to Maya who volunteers there and the local community, and finishing with the ceremonies themselves and the post-retreat integration was great and smooth! It was an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend Sacha Wasi to seekers who are interested in this type of experience.

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Unforgettable Experience
There is a distinct magic to Sacha Wasi. It is located on a small island in the Puyo River and accessed by canoe. I came here because I wanted an authentic, rustic experience not a "gated community" with all the bells and whistles. The sound of the river is always with you as are the calls of the various birds dwelling in the lush canopy. Accommodation is surprisingly comfortable and, as long as there is power, the internet and hot water work well. Ecuador is very dependent on hydro electricity so the more it rains, the more power there is.
The Kichwa are an incredibly friendly and gentle people who always greet you with a smile whilst their little children will jump up for a hug or play games with you. Spanish is the common tongue and a translator is available for the integration sessions.
Food is both plentiful and nutritious and served three times a day with a smile. The extra curricular activities are nearby and great fun and, for me, the afternoon trip into the heart of the jungle was a highlight and the abundance and variety of food producing plants was amazing. Pineapple, papaya, sugar cane, bananas, yuca, cacao, all growing in close proximity to each other.
Jungle time is "slow" and you will have ample time to relax and digest the fascinating internal experience that occurs as you dive into the plant medicines.
It is a matter of "trusting the process" as the plants link naturally together. Ayahuasca allows an inner "cleansing" to take place before one's heart opens to the world of spirit. For me, at 70, it was an experience like no other as years of "set patterns of thought and beliefs" loosened up and I looked into the mirror at who I was. The space created allowed for new light to shine and each day brought fresh epiphanies. In between "plant ceremonies" there was always a rest day and through journaling and contemplation a different way of being emerged for me and when the day came to leave I felt refreshed, rejuvenated and with a clear path forward for my 8th decade!.
Sacha Wasi is not a "spa".....it is the home of deeply spiritual, indigenous, people who are committed to the sharing of their wisdom regarding natural plant medicines. If you are ready to be vulnerable, to "work on yourself" and explore your inner world then I would strongly recommend making your way to this little gem in the Ecuadorean jungle. Jesus, Byron, Michelle, Andrea, Jessica and many others make you feel at home right away and are always available if you need anything while you are there. Namaste, Charles
PS If you fly into Quito I suggest that you get Andres to pick you up and transport you to Sacha Wasi. A delightful, soulful, young man who is full of interesting information on the local culture and a pleasure to spend time with.

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