Shipibo Ayahuasca One Night Ceremony at Ananda Lodge

Retreat Highlights

• Ayahuasca is a profound plant medicine that many individuals find supportive in their healing journey, addressing various aspects of well-being - physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. It's crucial to understand that this medicine is not meant for casual use, but rather approached with careful consideration and respect. For those who choose to work with Ayahuasca, it's generally recommended to do so in a ceremonial setting, guided by experienced facilitators who can provide a safe, supportive environment. However, it's important to recognize that everyone's path to healing is unique, and Ayahuasca may not be suitable for all individuals. We encourage thorough research, professional consultation, and prioritizing personal safety and comfort when considering any healing modality.
• Ceremonies Led by Respected Shipibo Masters
• Honoring Authentic Sacred Traditions
• Medicinal Plant Ceremonies for Holistic Healing
• Supportive Integration for Personal Growth & Healing
• Safe Space for Self-Exploration and Transformation
• Nurturing Community Connection
• Serene Environment Promoting Comfort and Ease
• Daily Yoga and Meditation Classes to Rejuvenate Mind and Body
• Enriching Workshops to Deepen Your Experience
• Nourishing Meals Showcasing Local Costa Rican Flavors and Traditions
• All-Inclusive Package (Taxes, Fees, and More as Detailed on Main Retreat Page)

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Maestra

Jilmer

Travis

Kimberly

Maestra Olinda Cauper Canayo

Maestra Olinda started the path of a curandera with the Shipibo tribe over 20 years ago as a single mother to five children. She has spent many years dieting master plants including Bobinsana, Chiric Sanango, Renaquilla and Noya Rao.

Maestra Olinda is now a master healer and great grandmother. She lives at her family-owned Ayahuasca center in Paohyan, Peru. In ceremonies, she shares the wisdom of the plants and helps people find the strength to complete difficult journeys.

Jilmer Barbaran Cauper

Jilmer is the son of Maestra Olinda and works alongside her at their center in Pullcallpa, Peru. Jilmer has a kind and gentle nature and sense of humor. He has guided countless people through dietas and ayahuasca ceremonies. He loves to share the Shipibo culture and learn about the other cultures of visitors.

Travis Jungroth

Travis has worked as a ropes course leader, pilot, software engineer and a variety of other jobs. He's now an apprentice under Olinda Cauper, who has given him the Shipibo name Ronin Sani. They met four years ago and he's done months of diets under her guidance. Travis enjoys using songs to connect people with the world of the plants. He's driven by the interplay between intuition and intellect. When he's not in the jungle, he's doing somatic and movement practices around the world.

Kimberly Ocana

Kimberly Ocana

As an empathic medicine woman, Kimberly brings 20 years of experience in healing, coaching, and working with plants. Experiencing the depths of corporate burnout, she turned to ancient healing traditions and plant medicine for soul reconnection and transformation.

Guided by indigenous wisdom, she learned to listen to nature’s whispers and harness its healing energies and now is a trauma-informed plant medicine coach, certified sound healing therapist, and has continued her studies with the Shipibo-Konibo tribe of the Peruvian Amazon. 

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