Head Of The Dragon – Vision Quest | (10 Days Inmersion)
Head Of The Dragon – Vision Quest | (10 Days Inmersion)
Cerro Churuquella, Sucre, Bolivia
Up to 20 in group
12 Days Package (11 nights)
A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost
Retreat Highlights
- Ayahuasca and Sacred Plants | 1 day Heart of the Dragon Inmersion
About this Retreat
President of the Toca do Dragão Institute
Ambassador of the World Peace Forum (WPF)
Commander of the Arts, Academy of Letters of Brazil/Switzerland (ALB/Switzerland)
Master in Transformation – title conferred by the Ex Cathedra seal
Indigenous name: Yxapyry (“Dew”), bestowed at baptism by the Guarani people
Initiated into Tibetan Buddhism by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche
Keeper of forest medicines and wisdom lineages
Researcher of ancestral and contemporary knowledge
Author of The Lady of Dreams and Teach Me to Die (published in Brazil and the USA)
Composer of five original albums – released and distributed in Brazil
Author of Incredible World – official theme song of the World Peace Forum (WPF)
Therapeutai and guardian of the altar. He facilitates master plant ceremonies dedicated to deep healing and the expansion of consciousness. Guided by ancestral wisdom, his work focuses on holding safe spaces for inner encounter, emotional release, and spiritual transformation. He also performs energetic cleansings with plants and ointments, working from an integral approach that unites body, mind, and spirit. Trained at Toca do Dragão, he completed four years of isolation in the mountains of Santa Bárbara — an experience that deeply informs the authenticity and depth of his service.
A son of the New Mexican desert, he journeyed across the world in search of spirit, visiting sacred places such as the Church of San Juan Chamula, with Mayan influence, in Chiapas, Mexico; the Hermitage of Saint Francis of Assisi; the Buddhas of Bamiyan in Afghanistan; the Taj Mahal and various sanctuaries in India, among others.
Now, for the past 36 years, together with the apus, achachilas, and wakas of Bolivia, Tata has been the host of Casa Pueblo, located on Churuquella hill in the historic city of Sucre—a center dedicated to healing and spiritual awakening.
He is also the founder of Colibrí, a collective of young environmental activists devoted to honoring and protecting our Mother Earth.
Details of this retreat
10-day retreat in the mountains of Sucre, Bolivia
A deep journey of purification, silence, and spiritual vision.
Inspired by the ancestral tradition of the Vision Quest, this 10-day immersion is a path of emptying, surrender, and inner rebirth.
The process includes dietary preparation, initiatory walks, fasting, solo retreat in the mountains, and three sacred ceremonies with Ayahuasca, Wachuma, and Mamawilka. Everything is held in a sacred natural environment, guided by experienced facilitators with deep respect for tradition.
This is a call for those ready to be seen by the Mystery—
For those who know that true vision is not something to seek,
but something that reveals itself when we become truly available.
Includes:
– 11 nights of lodging at Toca do Dragão / Casa Pueblo
– Light meals and dietary preparation
– Opening and closing circles
– 3 plant medicine ceremonies: Ayahuasca, Wachuma, and Mamawilka
– Silent fasting retreat in the mountains
– Ritual walks and spiritual guidance
– Support before, during, and after the process
– Practices of meditation, contemplation, and nature reconnection
A deep journey of purification, silence, and spiritual vision.
Inspired by the ancestral tradition of the Vision Quest, this 10-day immersion is a path of emptying, surrender, and inner rebirth.
The process includes dietary preparation, initiatory walks, fasting, solo retreat in the mountains, and three sacred ceremonies with Ayahuasca, Wachuma, and Mamawilka. Everything is held in a sacred natural environment, guided by experienced facilitators with deep respect for tradition.
This is a call for those ready to be seen by the Mystery—
For those who know that true vision is not something to seek,
but something that reveals itself when we become truly available.
Includes:
– 11 nights of lodging at Toca do Dragão / Casa Pueblo
– Light meals and dietary preparation
– Opening and closing circles
– 3 plant medicine ceremonies: Ayahuasca, Wachuma, and Mamawilka
– Silent fasting retreat in the mountains
– Ritual walks and spiritual guidance
– Support before, during, and after the process
– Practices of meditation, contemplation, and nature reconnection
Schedule
In this immersion, we work with sacred medicines:
Ayahuasca – Medicine of the heart and truth
Rapé – Breath of clarity and presence
Sananga – Purified vision that penetrates the veils
Each medicine is offered with reverence in a safe ritual environment, guided by experienced guardians.
Arrival Day – Arrival and Preparation
Silent arrival and internal preparation
Rapé circle: consecration of the body and listening
Warm soup in silence
Rest with presence
Immersion Day – Heart Awakening
Wake up, herbal infusion, mindful bathing
Guided meditation: "Letting the mind rest in itself"
Light breakfast
Teaching: "Recognizing the mind as sky"
(reading, guided contemplation, silence, soft questions)
Preparation for the medicine
Ayahuasca ceremony: "Opening the heart to what is"
Silent ceremonial closing
Departure Day – Return with Gratitude
Integration circle and compassionate listening
Tea, fruit, and farewell
Final teaching: "The mind as home"
Departure
Ayahuasca – Medicine of the heart and truth
Rapé – Breath of clarity and presence
Sananga – Purified vision that penetrates the veils
Each medicine is offered with reverence in a safe ritual environment, guided by experienced guardians.
Arrival Day – Arrival and Preparation
Silent arrival and internal preparation
Rapé circle: consecration of the body and listening
Warm soup in silence
Rest with presence
Immersion Day – Heart Awakening
Wake up, herbal infusion, mindful bathing
Guided meditation: "Letting the mind rest in itself"
Light breakfast
Teaching: "Recognizing the mind as sky"
(reading, guided contemplation, silence, soft questions)
Preparation for the medicine
Ayahuasca ceremony: "Opening the heart to what is"
Silent ceremonial closing
Departure Day – Return with Gratitude
Integration circle and compassionate listening
Tea, fruit, and farewell
Final teaching: "The mind as home"
Departure
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Toca Do Dragao | Casa Pueblo, Cerro Churuquella, Sucre, Bolivia
Directions
Casa Pueblo is located at Second Station of Cerro Churuquella, Ruta del Peregrino Street No. 11, about 4 km south of Sucre city center.
From Sucre Airport (Alcantari Airport - SRE):
Distance: Approximately 27 km to Casa Pueblo.
Taxi Cost: Around 60 Bolivianos (~9 USD) for a direct taxi ride.
Travel Time: About 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
Take an official taxi from the airport directly to Casa Pueblo.
From Sucre Main Bus Terminal (Terminal Intercambiador):
Distance: Approximately 8 km to Casa Pueblo.
Taxi Cost: Around 20-30 Bolivianos (~3-4 USD).
Travel Time: About 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic.
From the bus terminal, take a taxi heading toward Cerro Churuquella or Ruta del Peregrino street.
Directions to Casa Pueblo:
Head south from the city center or bus terminal along Avenida del Ejército.
Continue until you reach Ruta del Peregrino street.
Ascend to the Second Station of Cerro Churuquella.
Casa Pueblo is located at Ruta del Peregrino No. 11.
Tips:
It’s best to arrange your transportation in advance or ask for assistance from your host.
Taxis are the most convenient way to reach Casa Pueblo due to its location on the hill.
The area offers beautiful mountain views and a peaceful environment perfect for retreat.
From Sucre Airport (Alcantari Airport - SRE):
Distance: Approximately 27 km to Casa Pueblo.
Taxi Cost: Around 60 Bolivianos (~9 USD) for a direct taxi ride.
Travel Time: About 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
Take an official taxi from the airport directly to Casa Pueblo.
From Sucre Main Bus Terminal (Terminal Intercambiador):
Distance: Approximately 8 km to Casa Pueblo.
Taxi Cost: Around 20-30 Bolivianos (~3-4 USD).
Travel Time: About 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic.
From the bus terminal, take a taxi heading toward Cerro Churuquella or Ruta del Peregrino street.
Directions to Casa Pueblo:
Head south from the city center or bus terminal along Avenida del Ejército.
Continue until you reach Ruta del Peregrino street.
Ascend to the Second Station of Cerro Churuquella.
Casa Pueblo is located at Ruta del Peregrino No. 11.
Tips:
It’s best to arrange your transportation in advance or ask for assistance from your host.
Taxis are the most convenient way to reach Casa Pueblo due to its location on the hill.
The area offers beautiful mountain views and a peaceful environment perfect for retreat.
Accommodation
asa Pueblo offers simple, comfortable lodging designed to support rest, reflection, and connection with nature. Guests stay in shared or private rooms built with natural materials, featuring earthen walls, wooden details, and wide windows that allow natural light and fresh mountain air. The house includes: Cozy bedrooms with single or double beds Shared bathrooms with hot water Open-air patios for rest and integration Communal dining and gathering areas Meditation and ceremony spaces Panoramic views of Sucre and the surrounding mountains Here, every detail invites silence, presence, and a return to what is essential.
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
Casa Pueblo is a spiritual healing center located in Sucre, Bolivia, inspired by the ancestral Pueblo culture of the North American Southwest. It is a fusion of diverse influences and styles — Spanish Colonial, Native Pueblo, and Art Deco — and draws heavily from the prehistoric ruins of the pueblos near Zuni, New Mexico. The architecture is characterized by multi-level dwellings with earth-toned stucco walls resembling adobe, flat roofs with drainage channels, and open courtyards. Casa Pueblo i
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
The diet supports detox and energetic preparation. It is adapted to each participant and may be recommended before and after the immersion to aid integration.
What's Included
- What’s Included – Heart of the Dragon (1-Day Immersion)
- 11 night of accommodation at Toca do Dragão / Casa Pueblo
- Light and nourishing meals (dinner, breakfast, tea & fruits)
- Opening circle with Rapé ceremony
- Guided meditation and contemplative teachings
- Forest medicines: Ayahuasca, Rapé, and Sananga
- Andean medicine: Huachuma and Mama wilka
- Silent spaces for inner integration
- Support and guidance by experienced facilitators
- Sacred, natural setting in the Andes of Sucre, Bolivia
What's Not Included
- Not Included
- Airfare or bus tickets to Sucre, Bolivia
- Transportation to and from the retreat center (Casa Pueblo / Toca do Dragão)
- Personal expenses or travel insurance
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