The Tree Weavers – 19 Days in the Upper Amazon
The Tree Weavers – 19 Days in the Upper Amazon
AUCALOMA GREEN VALLEY, San Pedro de Cumbaza, Pérou
Up to 8 in group
January 10 - 29, 2026
A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost
Retreat Highlights
- Highlights of Samauma Retreats
- Immersion in Sacred Nature
- Live in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, in a pristine and vibrant environment that invites silence, deep reconnection, and inner renewal.
- Ancestral Medicine Ceremonies
- Take part in sacred plant medicine ceremonies guided by experienced practitioners, rooted in authentic traditions and held in a sacred space.
- Spiritual Teachings and Transmissions
- Receive insights drawn from mystical and symbolic traditions — Tarot, karmic astrology, meditation, and embodied spirituality — to support awakening.
- Purification Rituals
- Herbal baths, fire ceremonies, and conscious breathing practices to cleanse the body, mind, and soul from stagnant energies and emotional blocks.
- Spaces for Introspection and Sharing
- Explore your inner world through guided silence, heartfelt sharing, and sacred group presence that fosters depth and authenticity.
- Connection with the Elements
- Reunite with the Earth, Water, Fire, and Air through ritual, meditation, and symbolic gestures that realign you with the wisdom of nature.
- Integration and Renewal
- Benefit from respectful, personalized support to integrate the experience and return to daily life grounded, aligned, and transformed.
About this Retreat
Claude Sciortino, known by his spiritual name Jamaél, is an Orthodox priest, spiritual guide, teacher, and practitioner of sacred arts. With over 35 years of experience in therapeutic and spiritual guidance, he embodies a profound and integrated approach to inner transformation.
His path is rooted in the priestly lineage of the autocephalous Syro-Antiochian Orthodox Church, where he received ordination and the transmission of the sacraments. He has also rigorously explored the paths of Kabbalah, Hebrew letters, esoteric graphology, as well as the major currents of Christian mysticism and universal initiatory traditions.
For more than twelve years, he lived in the Peruvian Amazon, immersed among traditional master healers, where he was initiated into ancestral rituals, master plants, and the subtle art of spiritual diets. This experience has deeply nourished his path, weaving together vegetal medicine and mystical wisdom. Over 20 years ago, he co-founded the traditional medicine center Huamanwasi in Peru.
Recognized for his ability to build bridges between ancient wisdom and contemporary therapeutic approaches, Jamaél now shares his teachings through the Samauma project in Peru. There, he leads spiritual retreats, initiatory workshops, and transdisciplinary trainings, offering a vision of spirituality that is living, grounded, and accessible.
As an author, teacher, and man of prayer, his work is guided by a sincere quest for truth, an embodied presence, and a deep desire to awaken in each person the memory of the soul.
Sébastien Bonhomme is a spiritual guide, holistic practitioner, and initiatory mentor committed to ancestral traditions and sacred medicines. For over 15 years, he has followed a path of inner transformation, deeply shaped by his experiences in the Peruvian Amazon and his apprenticeship with master plants.
Trained under the spiritual guidance of Claude Sciortino (Jamaël), he received an initiatory transmission integrating psychological and karmic astrology, initiatory tarot, mystical traditions, and shamanic practices. To this, he brings a refined sensitivity to symbolic language, the body as a tool of consciousness, and ritual work as a key to transformation. In his hands, these disciplines become tools for soul revelation, supporting deep and authentic personal evolution.
Sébastien shares a living spiritual knowledge with simplicity and clarity. He guides seekers of authenticity through retreats, ceremonies, and individual consultations where introspection, healing, and reconnection to essence are at the heart of the journey.
He has also incorporated therapeutic expression through the body into his practice, notably through sacred clowning and ritual theater, powerful methods for disarming the ego and opening the self to the sacred play of life.
Now based in Peru, Sébastien is co-creator of the Samauma project—a center dedicated to the quest for Being, spiritual transmission, and healing practices in a sacred, natural setting. His approach, far from commercial trends or spiritual sensationalism, invites a sincere exploration of the self in resonance with the soul, the Earth, and the timeless wisdom of Nature.
Details of this retreat
This retreat marks the official opening of the new Samauma Center, the fruit of many years of vision, transmission, and inner maturation. It will be a unique moment, a founding circle, to celebrate together the birth of this sacred place dedicated to Earth medicine, consciousness, and transformation.
For 19 days, in deep connection with the elements, master plants, and lunar rhythms, you will be guided on a journey of profound reconnection.
Rituals, healing practices, silence, sacred speech, bodywork, and traditional dieta will support this initiatory passage.
It is a call to those who feel drawn to be part of Samauma’s first steps and to inscribe their presence in the soul of the place.
For 19 days, in deep connection with the elements, master plants, and lunar rhythms, you will be guided on a journey of profound reconnection.
Rituals, healing practices, silence, sacred speech, bodywork, and traditional dieta will support this initiatory passage.
It is a call to those who feel drawn to be part of Samauma’s first steps and to inscribe their presence in the soul of the place.
Schedule
🌞 A Typical Day at Samauma
07:00 – Morning Awakening & Ritual
Waking up in silence, followed by mindful breathing. A grounding practice through conscious walking or a short guided meditation to honor the day’s energy.
08:00 – Vegetarian Breakfast
A light, nourishing meal made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients—often grown directly on-site.
09:30 – Opening Circle
A moment to connect with oneself and the group: sharing intentions, intuitive reflections, card reading or energetic guidance aligned with the day's energy.
10:30 – Core Practice
Depending on the day and the stage of the process:
Ceremony with a master plant (if scheduled)
Bodywork (intuitive dance, yoga, free movement)
Purification ritual or energy healing
Teachings on Tarot, astrology, or sacred traditions
13:00 – Lunch & Free Time
A wholesome, balanced meal followed by a moment of rest, integration, or hammock nap to the rhythm of the forest.
16:00 – Grounding or Integration Activity
A space to deepen inner work:
Sharing circle or active listening practice
Creative workshop or ritual with the elements
Journaling, inspirational reading, or guided meditation
18:00 – Light Dinner
A simple and comforting evening meal to soothe the body and prepare for rest.
19:30 – Evening Circle or Sacred Silence
Depending on the process:
Sacred songs, fire ritual, or intuitive music
Stargazing, deep listening to the forest
Preparing for sleep in a gentle, nature-connected way
07:00 – Morning Awakening & Ritual
Waking up in silence, followed by mindful breathing. A grounding practice through conscious walking or a short guided meditation to honor the day’s energy.
08:00 – Vegetarian Breakfast
A light, nourishing meal made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients—often grown directly on-site.
09:30 – Opening Circle
A moment to connect with oneself and the group: sharing intentions, intuitive reflections, card reading or energetic guidance aligned with the day's energy.
10:30 – Core Practice
Depending on the day and the stage of the process:
Ceremony with a master plant (if scheduled)
Bodywork (intuitive dance, yoga, free movement)
Purification ritual or energy healing
Teachings on Tarot, astrology, or sacred traditions
13:00 – Lunch & Free Time
A wholesome, balanced meal followed by a moment of rest, integration, or hammock nap to the rhythm of the forest.
16:00 – Grounding or Integration Activity
A space to deepen inner work:
Sharing circle or active listening practice
Creative workshop or ritual with the elements
Journaling, inspirational reading, or guided meditation
18:00 – Light Dinner
A simple and comforting evening meal to soothe the body and prepare for rest.
19:30 – Evening Circle or Sacred Silence
Depending on the process:
Sacred songs, fire ritual, or intuitive music
Stargazing, deep listening to the forest
Preparing for sleep in a gentle, nature-connected way
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Samauma, AUCALOMA GREEN VALLEY, San Pedro de Cumbaza, Pérou
Directions
Arrival Information in Tarapoto
You are required to arrive in Tarapoto the day before the retreat begins. The meeting point is:
La Patarashca Restaurante – Comida Amazónica
📍 Jirón Lamas 261, Tarapoto 22000, Peru
Upon arrival at Tarapoto airport, please take an official mototaxi from inside the airport grounds. Show them the restaurant’s address and ask for the fare in advance (the average price for this trip is around 8 soles).
The group transfer to the Samauma Center is organized on the welcome day at 2:00 PM, departing from La Patarashca.
You will be guided throughout your journey via a dedicated WhatsApp group, created to support all travelers and answer any questions along the way.
You are required to arrive in Tarapoto the day before the retreat begins. The meeting point is:
La Patarashca Restaurante – Comida Amazónica
📍 Jirón Lamas 261, Tarapoto 22000, Peru
Upon arrival at Tarapoto airport, please take an official mototaxi from inside the airport grounds. Show them the restaurant’s address and ask for the fare in advance (the average price for this trip is around 8 soles).
The group transfer to the Samauma Center is organized on the welcome day at 2:00 PM, departing from La Patarashca.
You will be guided throughout your journey via a dedicated WhatsApp group, created to support all travelers and answer any questions along the way.
Accommodation
Shared Rooms – Comfort and Connection in the Heart of Nature Our shared rooms offer a balanced blend of simplicity, comfort, and immersion in the Amazonian landscape. Welcoming shared spaces: Thoughtfully designed to encourage meaningful connections while maintaining personal space, with separated beds and harmonious layout. Community spirit with personal respect: A unique opportunity to experience collective living in a respectful and grounded environment. Clean and functional amenities: Each guest has a personal storage area. Shared bathrooms are well-maintained daily to ensure cleanliness and comfort. Immersive natural setting: All accommodations are surrounded by lush forest, creating a peaceful atmosphere ideal for rest, meditation, and inner transformation.
Program Price
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
Exceptional panoramic views over the Amazon valleys from an altitude of over 700 meters
Newly built facilities, designed in harmony with nature, combining comfort, simplicity, and natural materials
Full energy and water autonomy thanks to solar power and a pure water well
On-site organic food garden, cultivated with sustainable and respectful practices
Traditional maloka for ceremonies, rituals, and sacred circles
Spacious hall for movement, dance, and meditative practices, open to the surr
Newly built facilities, designed in harmony with nature, combining comfort, simplicity, and natural materials
Full energy and water autonomy thanks to solar power and a pure water well
On-site organic food garden, cultivated with sustainable and respectful practices
Traditional maloka for ceremonies, rituals, and sacred circles
Spacious hall for movement, dance, and meditative practices, open to the surr
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
What's Included
- Shared accommodation (4 beds per room)
- Three balanced vegetarian meals per day
- Round-trip transfers from Tarapoto airport
- Sacred medicine ceremonies guided by experienced practitioners
- Spiritual teachings (Tarot, astrology, sacred traditions)
- Guided meditation sessions and purification rituals
- Fire rituals and river-based cleansing baths
- Introspective practices, sharing circles, and group discussions
- One-on-one support and personalized guidance
- Full access to common areas (maloca, rest and meditation spaces)
- Silent day for contemplation in nature
- Professional and compassionate guidance throughout the retreat
What's Not Included
- International and domestic flight tickets
- Mandatory travel and health insurance
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, phone calls, etc.)
- Additional tourist activities outside the official program
- Accommodation in Tarapoto before or after the retreat (optional)
- Extra individual therapeutic treatments (not included in the program)
- Visa fees and administrative formalities (if applicable)
- Transportation not covered by the official program
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