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Sacred Ayahuasca Retreat with Arkawa

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Maine, ME, USA
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Up to 35 in group
Date
November 7 - 9, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • 2 Ayahuasca ceremonies
  • Cleansing smoke bath & Agua de Florida
  • Yoga Nidra
  • Pranayama breathwork sessions
  • Shamanic Breathwork
  • Additional workshops

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

$850 | 3 days, 2 nights

We invite you to join us for a profound and life-changing experience at Pachamama Sanctuary’s Sacred Ayahuasca Retreat, nestled in the serene beauty of Maine, just outside Portland. This immersive 3-day, 2-night retreat is designed to facilitate deep healing, personal growth, and spiritual awakening under the careful guidance of our experienced Medicine Carrier, Arkawa.

Our retreat offers a safe, nurturing space for you to dive into your inner world and access the wisdom that ayahuasca can unlock. Whether you are seeking emotional healing, spiritual connection, or clarity on life’s path, Pachamama Sanctuary provides the ideal environment for deep transformation.
Weather permitting at Pachamama Sanctuary we get to experience something truly special: our Saturday outdoor ceremonies.
There’s nothing quite like sitting under the open sky, surrounded by the natural beauty of Maine, connecting with the medicine and the sacred ceremony in the fresh summer air. These outdoor experiences are unique to the summer months and offer a deeper, more grounded connection to Pachamama and to yourself.

What to Expect from Your Retreat Experience
Ceremonies Guided by Arkawa:
The heart of the retreat is two ayahuasca ceremonies, where you will be guided through a sacred, ceremonial process by Leandro, our dedicated and compassionate Medicine Carrier. With years of experience working with the medicine, Juan ensures that each participant feels held, safe, and fully supported during the ceremonies. These transformative experiences are designed to help you release emotional blockages, heal past traumas, and connect with higher consciousness.
All-Inclusive Retreat Package:
To allow you to focus entirely on your inner journey, we provide everything you need during your stay, including:

Two Ayahuasca Ceremonies - One ceremony each evening, allowing for deep reflection, healing, and insight.
Accommodations - Comfortable, serene lodging for two nights, offering you a peaceful place to rest and integrate your experiences between ceremonies.
Nourishing Meals - All meals are provided throughout the retreat, thoughtfully prepared to support your body as you prepare for and recover from each ceremony. Our meals are aligned with traditional ayahuasca dieta guidelines to enhance your experience.
Healing Activities - During the day, you’ll participate in activities designed to complement your ayahuasca journey, such as meditation, breathwork, and group sharing sessions. These activities foster a deeper connection to your inner self and help you prepare for the ceremonies.
Please note that the additional sleeping options are not part of our standard accommodations. We have ample general accommodations available, even if some options appear fully booked.

Unlimited Post-Retreat Integration Support:
The real journey begins after the ceremonies, as you begin to integrate the insights and lessons gained from your ayahuasca experience into your everyday life. To support this crucial process, Pachamama Sanctuary offers unlimited online integration sessions at no additional cost. This means that whenever you feel called—whether it’s days, weeks, or months after your retreat—you can join our virtual integration sessions to continue your healing and growth journey.

Integration is an essential part of the healing process, helping you make sense of your experiences and align them with your personal path. Our community of past participants and facilitators are here to support you whenever you need guidance, clarity, or connection.
A Safe and Sacred Space for Your Healing:
At Pachamama Sanctuary, your safety, comfort, and spiritual well-being are our top priorities. Our retreat center provides a calm, secure environment where you can fully surrender to the healing power of ayahuasca, knowing that you are in capable and compassionate hands.

From your initial arrival to the closing of the retreat, you’ll feel supported by our team and the loving energy of the Sanctuary. We maintain a high standard of care, including pre-retreat medical screening, to ensure that the experience is safe for each participant.
A Welcoming Community of Seekers:
Our retreats are intimate, small-group experiences, creating a close-knit community where you’ll feel comfortable opening up and sharing your journey with others. Many participants form lasting bonds during their time with us, finding connection and support from fellow seekers who are also on their healing path.

Whether you are a first-time participant or have experience with ayahuasca, Pachamama Sanctuary welcomes individuals from all walks of life. We believe that everyone deserves a space to heal, and our community is built on love, respect, and acceptance.

Schedule

Friday:
- Check in by 4:30 PM
- Introductions 6:00 PM
- Integrative Restoration Yoga Nidra 7:00 PM
- Pranayama Breathwork 7:30 PM
- Cleansing Ceremony 8:00 PM
- Snacks after ceremony

Saturday:
- Yoga 7:00 AM
- Breakfast
- Integration 10:00 AM
- Lunch 12:00 PM
- Workshops 1:00 PM-6:00 PM
- Shamanic holotropic breathwork 6:00 PM
- Cleansing Ceremony 8:00 PM
- Snacks after ceremony

Sunday:
- Breakfast 7:00 AM
- Integration 9:00 AM
- Sunday service
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Pachamama Sanctuary, Maine, ME, USA

Directions

Discover our tranquil retreat in Maine, just 40 minutes from the stunning city of Portland. The exact address will be shared upon registration.
For your convenience, the closest airports are Portland Jetport and Logan Airport in Boston.

If traveling by bus, Concord Coach Lines will bring you directly to Portland. From there, we recommend renting a car or using Uber/taxi to reach our sanctuary. If you have any travel inquiries, feel free to contact us directly. We look forward to welcoming you!

Accommodation

Our general accommodations include a thick memory foam mattress and pillow. You’re welcome to bring additional pillows, blankets, or anything else that will make your stay more comfortable.

Semi Private Bunk (Full) Private room space

Accommodation
Enjoy a cozy and inviting shared space designed for comfort and relaxation. This option includes a lower full-size bed, perfect for solo travelers or couples looking for a bit more room. If sharing with a partner, you’ll still only pay the single accommodation fee—making it a great option for those attending together. The room features two sets of bunk beds, with full-size lower bunks and twin-size upper bunks, offering a balance of personal space and communal atmosphere. Please note that this booking is for *one bed only*, not the entire room. Whether you're unwinding after a day of retreat activities or getting a restful night's sleep, this shared setup provides a welcoming and comfortable experience.

Semi Private Bunk (Twin) Private room space

Accommodation
Enjoy a cozy and inviting shared space designed for comfort and relaxation. This option includes a twin upper bunk, perfect for those who don’t mind a little adventure while still having a peaceful place to rest. The room features two sets of bunk beds, with full-size lower bunks and twin-size upper bunks, offering a balance of personal space and communal atmosphere. Whether you're unwinding after a day of retreat activities or getting a restful night's sleep, this shared setup provides a welcoming and comfortable experience. Please note that this booking is for *one bed only*, not the entire room.

Basic Accommodation

Accommodation
For our general accommodations we provide a thick memory foam mattress and pillow. You are welcome to bring extra pillows or blankets or whatever will make your stay more comfortable.

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Maine, New England, Northeast USA

Meals

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Menu Types

At Pachamama Sanctuary, we provide a clean, vegan menu during the retreat and will share dietary guidelines in advance to help you prepare your body for the ceremony.

What's Included

  • General accommodations
  • Organic, vegan meals
  • Light snacks
  • Group photo
  • Ongoing integration

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Local transportation
  • Kambo
  • Additional ceremonies

Customer Reviews

4.92 out of 5.0 average rating

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Spiritual professionalism
The team at Pachamama Sanctuary were kind, considerate, and professionally effective. Everything was well thought out, and the whole weekend had auxiliary aspects which fully supported the work of the medicine and it’s grounding/integration into my being. Met dozens of great people at the retreat, who quickly became friends and now feel like family.

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Transcended Profound
Words like "amazing" and "wonderful" sound flat when attempting to describe what I experienced at Pachamama Sanctuary. What did occur for me transcended profound. This being my first Ayahuasca journey, I was unsure what to expect and will admit I was a little nervous. However, the Pachamama team made me feel comfortable, welcome, and safe from the moment I arrived. I cannot speak highly enough of Derek and his caring and kind hearted staff. Arkawa, the shaman, who presided over our journey performed music that enhanced and guided our journey. The Breath work session was so powerful it rivaled the transformative effects of the Ayahuasca. My entire experience was completely positive and transformative. I highly recommend Pachamama Sanctuary for anyone who has been called to Ayahuasca and thinking about inviting Her into their lives. I'm already planning my next visit!

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The real deal
The love and care from Pachamama Sanctuary is so present and abundant. I felt so safe and sincerely cared for. What an amazing transformative experience. Would wholeheartedly recommend it for anyone looking to grow in their spiritual journey. The ceremonies brought me closer to God in a way that i have never experienced before in my life. Thanks to the Pachamama staff for enabling such a life changing and sacred time. And thanks to God for giving me the blessing of the retreat weekend at Pachamama.

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A beautiful experience
Pachamama has all the bases covered. Comfortable surroundings, calm and loving staff, delicious food, experienced shaman. The weekend assures the needs of the group are met, from ceremony, to breath work, to integration circles, plus free time to explore what and where you need.

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Transformational
This weekend was a weekend of finding family in strangers and new lifelong friends. I had never sat with this medicine before. Like many others I didn't know what to expect. I came with no expectations and l was blown away by the experience and profound space. I felt welcomed and at home. The care of the staff and guardians was evident and fostered feelings of safety. Truly a beautiful experience I will come back again.

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