THE SONG OF THE SOUL: A Journey of Music, Healing & Remembrance
THE SONG OF THE SOUL: A Journey of Music, Healing & Remembrance
Up to 16 in group
Dec 17 - 21, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- The Song of the Soul
- - 5 Days, 4 Nights — An immersive retreat in the heart of the Riviera Maya jungle at Portal Xibalba.
- - Grandmother Medicine Ceremony — Experience traditional Amazonian Yagé practices guided by a ceremonial leader with over 25 years of experience.
- - Grandfather Medicine Ceremony — Explore Andean ancestral traditions through a proposed San Pedro ceremony.
- - Traditional Tobacco Ceremony— An opportunity for ceremonial preparation and intention setting, subject to safety screening.
- - World-Class Medicine Musicians— Connect through sacred songs and live music with internationally experienced musicians and facilitators.
- - Deep Musical Connection — Explore the power of voice, rhythm, and collective singing as pathways to self-expression.
- - Rest & Integration — Dedicated time for reflection, connection with nature, and processing your experiences.
- - Intimate Jungle Sanctuary — Disconnect from everyday distractions in the peaceful surroundings of Portal Xibalba.
- - Community & Authentic Connection — Share meaningful moments with like-minded individuals.
- - Accommodation & Transportation — Enjoy a retreat package designed for comfort and convenience.
- **December 17–21, 2026 | Playa del Carmen, Mexico**
- *Ceremonial participation is voluntary and subject to medical screening, legal requirements, and appropriate safety arrangements.*
About this Retreat
Your Guides
I humbly present myself in the form of words that emanate from my soul-heart, and from personal minority and terrestial familiarity, earthly, cosmic, universal.
I am an ordinary man,
who since childhood loved the stars, the drawings of clouds in the blue skies, the mountains, ravines: the landscapes of the green Andes.
I was born from the sacred womb of my beloved mother María de Jesús Bolívar Mejía, singer, painter, weaver... tireless creator, and my admirable honest worker. Father: Gildardo Pérez García, both faithful worshipers of God, Christ, and of the active collective Angelic Figures of the family.
I was the fourth of nine varied, restless, inspired, rebellious offspring.
We were born one after the other. One teaching and accompanying the other to speak, walk, play...
I grew up among shrubs, coffee plantations, ravines, pastures... birds, seagulls, banana plantations, coffee plantations, forests, mountains, cows, chickens, horses, pigs...
I tasted all flavors, colors, fruits, healing, hallucinogenic plants, cocoas, visual and nutritional mushrooms.
I spoke with the clouds, with the Angels, with the souls of the deceased, with the spirits of the skies and the neighboring corners.
I lived intensely and with all my heart my early years of childhood and youth. Happy, loved, and loving intensely and with all my heart.
At the age of forty, at the end of the last century, 1998, I began my spiritual journey. I left my material world.
I was consecrated on the Red Path, by Master and Leader Aurelio Diaz Tekpancalli, Abela Margarita, from whom I received the Chanupa or pipe of the Eagle and the Condor, I received the bundles of the Lakota tradition. The tobacco, the sweat lodge, and the prayer in a circle of fire.
Since then, I have dedicated my life to the study, service, and care of ancestral customs. Supporting the dissemination of ceremonies, remedies, rituals: in this process of healing, purification, for the Ascension of humanity.
My purpose in life is to serve humanity to find the way back to God, the Light, the Truth, which each will find in their own heart.
I Am who I Am. Selem Demut.
In la Kech. A'la Chem. I am you. Gratitude peace and love 🙏🏽☮🌈❤
Details of this retreat
THE SONG OF THE SOUL
A Journey of Music, Healing & Remembrance
**Grandmother & Grandfather Medicine Retreat**
**December 17–21, 2026 | 5 Days, 4 Nights**
**Portal Xibalba — Playa del Carmen, Mexico**
Deep within the lush jungle of the Riviera Maya, an invitation awaits you.
An invitation to reconnect with your heart, rediscover your inner voice, and remember the song that lives within you.
**The Song of the Soul** is an intimate five-day retreat bringing together the transformative power of music, ancestral wisdom, and the traditions of Grandmother and Grandfather Medicine.
Guided by Juan Carlos Taminchi and accompanied by Los Indios Beta Medicine Music artists and facilitators, this gathering creates space for deep listening, personal reflection, authentic connection, and meaningful integration.
Through sacred songs, traditional ceremonies, shared experiences, and moments of stillness, participants are invited to explore their relationship with themselves, their community, and the natural world.
Your Journey
**December 16 — Sacred Music Concert (Optional)
An evening of powerful melodies, ancestral sounds, and collective connection.
### The Five-Day Retreat
**Thursday, December 17 — Opening & Traditional Tobacco Ceremony**
Arrival, orientation, intention setting, and a proposed traditional tobacco ceremony.
**Friday, December 18 — Grandmother Medicine**
A traditional Aya ceremony guided by an experienced ceremonial leader (Taminchi) from the Peruvian Amazon.
**Saturday, December 19 — Rest & Integration**
A day dedicated to reflection, nature, gentle music, and personal integration. End the day with a heart opening Cacao Ceremony
**Sunday, December 20 — Grandfather Medicine**
A proposed traditional San Pedro ceremony honoring Andean ancestral practices.
**Monday, December 21 — Closing & Departure**
A final integration circle, shared gratitude, and departure.
All medicine-related activities are subject to individual health screening, informed consent, applicable laws, and appropriate safety arrangements. The close scheduling of these ceremonies requires qualified medical review, and no specific healing outcome is guaranteed.
### Meet Your Guides
Our gathering brings together experienced ceremonial leaders, traditional wisdom carriers, musicians, and facilitators who share a dedication to ancestral traditions, music, and community.
**Our Grandmother Medicine Ceremonial Leader**
Rooted in the ancestral traditions of the Peruvian Amazon and Andes, our ceremonial leader carries **25 years of experience as an Ayahuasquero, Tabaquero, and Curandero**.
Through traditional Icaros, ceremony, and an intimate connection with the plant realm, he carries his Amazonian and Andean heritage into his work.
He is also involved in a reforestation and eco-preservation retreat center in the heart of the Amazon, dedicated to maintaining ancestral healing traditions and protecting medicinal plant species.
The retreat center welcomes visitors from around the world who come to participate in traditional plant diets and learn from the diverse range of plants native to the region.
With a devotion to serving the Earth, he guides ceremonial gatherings internationally, creating spaces where plant wisdom, ancestral lineage, and community connection come together.
**Musicians & Facilitators**
With **over 10 years of experience in the Medicine Music movement**, the musicians and facilitators joining this retreat have dedicated more than a decade to exploring the relationship between music, self-discovery, and the ancestral worldviews of traditional cultures.
Their music is rooted in the belief that sound and melody can create bridges between the physical and the subtle, opening spaces for introspection, connection, and meaningful personal experiences.
Throughout their journey, they have shared their music at **festivals, gatherings, and ceremonies both within Spain and internationally**, cultivating a growing community united by a shared appreciation for music, ancestral wisdom, and authentic human connection.
Through their performances and workshops, they invite participants to experience music not simply as entertainment, but as a form of expression, reflection, and collective connection.
### Learn More About Your Guides
**Would you like to know more about the people guiding this experience?**
We invite you to submit an inquiry to receive additional information about our shamans, ceremonial leaders, musicians, and facilitators, including their identities, backgrounds, experience, and the traditions they represent.
Our team will be happy to share further details and answer your questions so you can make an informed decision about participating.
Shared Accommodation —
Embrace the spirit of community and connection with our shared accommodation experience at Portal Xibalba.
Surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the Riviera Maya jungle, this option offers a cozy and welcoming space to rest, recharge, and integrate your experiences throughout the retreat.
Guests will share a comfortable bed and bathroom, making this an ideal choice for couples, close friends, or participants who mutually agree to share their sleeping space.
Your package includes 4 nights of accommodation, retreat ceremonies, and transportation, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the journey while enjoying a more accessible price.
Return to Your Heart. Remember Your Song.
**Portal Xibalba**
Pueblo Sacbé, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
A Journey of Music, Healing & Remembrance
**Grandmother & Grandfather Medicine Retreat**
**December 17–21, 2026 | 5 Days, 4 Nights**
**Portal Xibalba — Playa del Carmen, Mexico**
Deep within the lush jungle of the Riviera Maya, an invitation awaits you.
An invitation to reconnect with your heart, rediscover your inner voice, and remember the song that lives within you.
**The Song of the Soul** is an intimate five-day retreat bringing together the transformative power of music, ancestral wisdom, and the traditions of Grandmother and Grandfather Medicine.
Guided by Juan Carlos Taminchi and accompanied by Los Indios Beta Medicine Music artists and facilitators, this gathering creates space for deep listening, personal reflection, authentic connection, and meaningful integration.
Through sacred songs, traditional ceremonies, shared experiences, and moments of stillness, participants are invited to explore their relationship with themselves, their community, and the natural world.
Your Journey
**December 16 — Sacred Music Concert (Optional)
An evening of powerful melodies, ancestral sounds, and collective connection.
### The Five-Day Retreat
**Thursday, December 17 — Opening & Traditional Tobacco Ceremony**
Arrival, orientation, intention setting, and a proposed traditional tobacco ceremony.
**Friday, December 18 — Grandmother Medicine**
A traditional Aya ceremony guided by an experienced ceremonial leader (Taminchi) from the Peruvian Amazon.
**Saturday, December 19 — Rest & Integration**
A day dedicated to reflection, nature, gentle music, and personal integration. End the day with a heart opening Cacao Ceremony
**Sunday, December 20 — Grandfather Medicine**
A proposed traditional San Pedro ceremony honoring Andean ancestral practices.
**Monday, December 21 — Closing & Departure**
A final integration circle, shared gratitude, and departure.
All medicine-related activities are subject to individual health screening, informed consent, applicable laws, and appropriate safety arrangements. The close scheduling of these ceremonies requires qualified medical review, and no specific healing outcome is guaranteed.
### Meet Your Guides
Our gathering brings together experienced ceremonial leaders, traditional wisdom carriers, musicians, and facilitators who share a dedication to ancestral traditions, music, and community.
**Our Grandmother Medicine Ceremonial Leader**
Rooted in the ancestral traditions of the Peruvian Amazon and Andes, our ceremonial leader carries **25 years of experience as an Ayahuasquero, Tabaquero, and Curandero**.
Through traditional Icaros, ceremony, and an intimate connection with the plant realm, he carries his Amazonian and Andean heritage into his work.
He is also involved in a reforestation and eco-preservation retreat center in the heart of the Amazon, dedicated to maintaining ancestral healing traditions and protecting medicinal plant species.
The retreat center welcomes visitors from around the world who come to participate in traditional plant diets and learn from the diverse range of plants native to the region.
With a devotion to serving the Earth, he guides ceremonial gatherings internationally, creating spaces where plant wisdom, ancestral lineage, and community connection come together.
**Musicians & Facilitators**
With **over 10 years of experience in the Medicine Music movement**, the musicians and facilitators joining this retreat have dedicated more than a decade to exploring the relationship between music, self-discovery, and the ancestral worldviews of traditional cultures.
Their music is rooted in the belief that sound and melody can create bridges between the physical and the subtle, opening spaces for introspection, connection, and meaningful personal experiences.
Throughout their journey, they have shared their music at **festivals, gatherings, and ceremonies both within Spain and internationally**, cultivating a growing community united by a shared appreciation for music, ancestral wisdom, and authentic human connection.
Through their performances and workshops, they invite participants to experience music not simply as entertainment, but as a form of expression, reflection, and collective connection.
### Learn More About Your Guides
**Would you like to know more about the people guiding this experience?**
We invite you to submit an inquiry to receive additional information about our shamans, ceremonial leaders, musicians, and facilitators, including their identities, backgrounds, experience, and the traditions they represent.
Our team will be happy to share further details and answer your questions so you can make an informed decision about participating.
Shared Accommodation —
Embrace the spirit of community and connection with our shared accommodation experience at Portal Xibalba.
Surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the Riviera Maya jungle, this option offers a cozy and welcoming space to rest, recharge, and integrate your experiences throughout the retreat.
Guests will share a comfortable bed and bathroom, making this an ideal choice for couples, close friends, or participants who mutually agree to share their sleeping space.
Your package includes 4 nights of accommodation, retreat ceremonies, and transportation, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the journey while enjoying a more accessible price.
Return to Your Heart. Remember Your Song.
**Portal Xibalba**
Pueblo Sacbé, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Schedule
Discover a day filled with transformation and renewal at Portal Xibalba, where each moment is an opportunity to connect with your inner self and embrace the magic of the universe. Dive into our carefully curated schedule of activities designed to nourish your body, mind, and spirit, ensuring a truly immersive and unforgettable retreat experience.
At Portal Xibalba, every aspect of your retreat journey is carefully crafted to ignite your inner spark, inspire your soul, and empower your transformation. Join us and embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth unlike any other.
Subject to change depending on experience/ceremony.
At Portal Xibalba, every aspect of your retreat journey is carefully crafted to ignite your inner spark, inspire your soul, and empower your transformation. Join us and embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth unlike any other.
Subject to change depending on experience/ceremony.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Directions
Contact us for live location
Accommodation
Early Bird Special (Ends in Mid November)
Early Bird special Double occupancy (Shared room/Shared bed): Price for 2
Normal Price
Double occupancy (Shared room/Shared bed): Price for 2
Glamping @ the temple
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
🌿 Portal Xibalba – A Sacred Sanctuary in the Jungle
Portal Xibalba is a sacred ceremonial space nestled in the lush jungles of Sacbé, near Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Surrounded by native flora, vibrant wildlife, and the deep silence of nature, this space serves as a bridge between worlds—offering a profound connection to spirit, earth, and ancestral wisdom.
Portal Xibalba is a sacred ceremonial space nestled in the lush jungles of Sacbé, near Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Surrounded by native flora, vibrant wildlife, and the deep silence of nature, this space serves as a bridge between worlds—offering a profound connection to spirit, earth, and ancestral wisdom.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
What's Included
- Accommodation for your stay in our tranquil and comfortable lodgings
- Daily meals featuring locally sourced, organic ingredients prepared with love and care
- Access to all scheduled ceremonies, including ancestral medicine rituals, and sound healing sessions
- Opportunities for personal reflection, meditation, and connection with nature
- Eco-conscious practices and sustainability initiatives integrated throughout the event
- Community gatherings and sharing circles for participants to connect and support each other on their journey
- Experienced facilitators and guides to ensure a safe and transformative experience for all attendees
- ** Transportation included from airport with prior communication
What's Not Included
- Please note: Airfare is not included in the event package
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