Aya Healing Retreats

WOMEN’S RETREAT: EMPOWERING THE DIVINE FEMININE

Overview

Program Highlights

Your Experience

Your Experience

What to expect on your retreat?

The Dieta Experience
  • Participate in five fully supervised Ayahuasca ceremonies, tailored for deep healing and spiritual exploration.
  • Engage in a personalized Noya Rao Dieta guided by Maestra Juanita
  • Focus on defining your intentions with guidance, ensuring a journey with purpose and direction.
  • Benefit from the intimacy of a small group setting, fostering a supportive environment.
  • Receive personalized consultations and plant medicine treatments from Maestra Juanita, catering to your specific needs.
  • Preparation and integration sessions are provided to equip you for the journey ahead and to reflect on your experience afterward.
Embrace the Divine Feminine
  • Harmonize your body and spirit with sessions tailored to invoke the Divine Feminine.
  • Guided Meditations & Therapeutic Imagery
  • Explore the fluidity of your femininity through expressive movement.
  • Somatic Experiencing Workshop: Learn tools and practices to release trauma and embrace bodily wisdom.
  • Mindfulness and Conscious Breathing: Practice techniques to cultivate presence and deepen your connection to the Divine Feminine.
  • Cacao Ceremony: Open your heart with the sacred power of cacao, fostering love and communion.
  • Womb Healing, Yoni Steaming, and Yoni Art: Engage in ancient practices focused on the sacred feminine center for healing and creativity.
  • Womb Breathing Techniques
  • Sound Vibrational Journey.
  • Women’s Circle:Share and integrate Divine Feminine wisdom in a supportive sisterhood.
  • Healing The Mother Wound: Embark on a healing journey to reparent your inner child, addressing and nurturing deep-seated wounds.
  • Art Therapy Workshop
  • Craft a personal sacred space to honor your divine journey.
  • Connect with the Divine through the power of prayer and song, sharing and learning in a communal setting.
  • Self-Love Practices: Cultivate self-love and empowerment through dedicated practices and teachings.
  • Therapeutic Dynamics: Engage in dynamics designed to support your healing and empowerment as a woman.
Comfort and Accommodation
  • Enjoy daily nutritious meals served 2-3 times a day.
  • Reside in a private jungle bungalow, your home for the full 14 days, complete with 24-hour electricity powered by solar panels.
  • Stay connected with WiFi available on selected days, thoughtfully limited to preserve the tranquility of the retreat.
  • Drink clean, high-filtered water with a pH of 8.5, ensuring your hydration is as revitalizing as your journey.
  • Benefit from included laundry services and transportation to and from Iquitos.
Integration and Learning
  • Share and learn in dedicated Integration Groups.
  • Attend an Integration Workshop designed for deeper understanding.
  • Work with practitioners trained in Trauma-Informed Plant Medicine Facilitation before and after the retreat. 
  • Benefit from full translations from Spanish or Shipibo to English and private post-retreat integration sessions.
Other Activities
  • Explore the Amazon with guided hikes and learn about local flora and fauna.
  • Relax and swim in the nearby river.
  • Discover local crafts at the Shipibo market.
  • Powerful bone massage by Maestra Juana (on a small fee)
  • Express yourself with available musical instruments and art materials.
$ 3500
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  • Preparation and Integration sessions
  • Master Plant Dieta included
  • Transfer & meals included
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Interested in our payment plan options? Speak to our program coordinator today or email info@ayahealingretreats.com

*Prices are in USD.

Noya Rao Dieta

Noya Rao which is otherwise known as “The Tree of Life” or “Camino a la Verdad” – The Path of Truth is a mythical plant, of which there are only three in the entire Amazon Basin. has belonged to and been used in sacred ceremony by the Mahua Shipibo traditions for centuries. In the Shipibo tradition dieting on the bark of the Noya Rao is believed to be essential in the path towards becoming a healer. The tree is believed to enhance one’s connection and relationships to the spirits indwelling in other sacred plants and to facilitate profound transformation in the individual. This dieta can lead to greater capacity for organised thought, clarity, highly activated intuitive capacities as well as helping to bring to light unconscious assumptions one may have about the world, leading the dietero to have the newfound courage necessary to change them.

Our experience

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DIVINE FEMININE

In the tapestry of human tradition, women have long congregated to share wisdom, offer prayers, sing soulful melodies, and dance with abandon. These sacred assemblies forge a robust vessel of support and unity, dissolving any inclinations towards comparison and rivalry within the sisterhood. Instead, the emphasis is placed on mutual support through the myriad of life’s experiences – be it hardship, pain, joy, or celebration. This environment cultivates an unparalleled level of safety, empowering each woman to voice her deepest truths and to be fully acknowledged.

In today’s world, marked by vastly differing lifestyles, the profound connection and nurturing of female bonds in such depth have become rare. Recognizing the vital need for this ancient practice, we are devoted to rekindling the sacred ways of the Divine Feminine, encouraging women to weave their diverse gifts together. This collective endeavor aims to reignite the divine feminine spirit, acknowledging that while each woman holds incredible individual power, together, we embody a formidable force of love capable of healing across all realms of life.

The journey of reclaiming your feminine power commences at the heart of our sacred womb – the cradle of life itself. Engaging with Juanita and the sacred plants is an affirmation of your commitment to purify your temple body. This cleansing process extends beyond personal liberation, reaching back through your lineage to honor and heal the experiences of the women who have come before you, and paving a path of light for future generations.

This is a transformative period where you have the opportunity to harmonize the Throat-Heart-Womb nexus within the feminine essence. In doing so, your sensual energy is transmuted into a vibrant force for change, converting karma into dharma. When the divine feminine stands firm and balanced, the reclamation of power flows from the heart in a state of perfect harmony, purity, and equilibrium. From this sacred space, every song finds its voice, and every dance its rhythm, heralding the full expression of the divine feminine spirit.

Reconnecting to the Womb

In the tapestry of human tradition, women have long congregated to share wisdom, offer prayers, sing soulful melodies, and dance with abandon. These sacred assemblies forge a robust vessel of support and unity, dissolving any inclinations towards comparison and rivalry within the sisterhood. Instead, the emphasis is placed on mutual support through the myriad of life’s experiences – be it hardship, pain, joy, or celebration. This environment cultivates an unparalleled level of safety, empowering each woman to voice her deepest truths and to be fully acknowledged.

In today’s world, marked by vastly differing lifestyles, the profound connection and nurturing of female bonds in such depth have become rare. Recognizing the vital need for this ancient practice, we are devoted to rekindling the sacred ways of the Divine Feminine, encouraging women to weave their diverse gifts together. This collective endeavor aims to reignite the divine feminine spirit, acknowledging that while each woman holds incredible individual power, together, we embody a formidable force of love capable of healing across all realms of life.

The Power of Sisterhood

The journey of reclaiming your feminine power commences at the heart of our sacred womb – the cradle of life itself. Engaging with Juanita and the sacred plants is an affirmation of your commitment to purify your temple body. This cleansing process extends beyond personal liberation, reaching back through your lineage to honor and heal the experiences of the women who have come before you, and paving a path of light for future generations.

This is a transformative period where you have the opportunity to harmonize the Throat-Heart-Womb nexus within the feminine essence. In doing so, your sensual energy is transmuted into a vibrant force for change, converting karma into dharma. When the divine feminine stands firm and balanced, the reclamation of power flows from the heart in a state of perfect harmony, purity, and equilibrium. From this sacred space, every song finds its voice, and every dance its rhythm, heralding the full expression of the divine feminine spirit.

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Team

Legendary Shipibo Healers, Caring Facilitators

Meet the team

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Kris

Lead Facilitator

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Maestra Juana

Shipibo Curandera

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Adelina Vaughn

Facilitator, Women’s group 

Immersion in authentic tradition is at the heart of our work

Our retreats focus on education in the shamanic traditions of the Peruvian healers with classes and workshops on Icaros, Master Plants, and a variety of plant treatments. We are rooted in ancient traditions and we provide a fully immersive experience that includes much more than simply Ayahuasca plant medicine!

The holistic approach of traditional shamanic natural medicine is not only centered on Ayahuasca but also on personalized plant treatments.

Availability & Costs

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Embark on your journey​

Our Noya Rao Voice of Light Retreat Prices

  • $3500
    Bungalow with Private Bathroom
  • $3000
    Early Bird Bungalow (4 spots)
  • $2500
    Repeater (4 spots)
  • $2300
    Central and South American residents (3 spots)
$ 3500
  • 14 Days Private Accomodation, 2-3 Meals Per Day at El Encanto De Chullachaqui
  • 5 Ayahuasca Ceremonies & Master Plant Dieta
  • Plant Baths, Icaros, Sacred Tobacco, Sound Healing
  • World Class Safety Standards & Integration
  • 10+ Exercises to Connect With the Divine Feminine
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Support

Comprehensive Support with Atira Tan’s Team

Your transformative journey is fully supported by Atira Tan’s experienced team, offering tailored sessions before and after your retreat. Start with a preparation session led by Atira’s specialists, designed to equip you for the profound journey ahead, focusing on the holistic preparation of your mind, body, and spirit. This foundational support ensures you enter the retreat with clarity and readiness, allowing for a more impactful and meaningful experience.

Following your retreat, continue your journey of integration with a personalized one-hour session from the same dedicated team. These crucial post-retreat discussions aim to ground the transformative experiences and insights gained, using principles of Somatic Experiencing™ to help embed the healing and understanding into your daily life. This cohesive approach from preparation to integration ensures a deeply supported path to personal growth and healing.



Testimonials

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Kris

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Facilitator

Kris has been living for seven years in the Peruvian Amazon. Originally from Barcelona, she followed a calling to be of service to the indigenous elders. As soon as she arrived, Kris deeply immersed herself in the traditional knowledge of the rainforest.

She was an on-site facilitator and administrator for an Ayahuasca retreat center for five years. Her role enabled Kris to work closely with Ayahuasca and other plant medicines, facilitating Ayahuasca retreats and plant medicine dietas. She helped participants integrate and process their experiences and made sure the retreats ran smoothly.

For the past six years, Kris has forged a deep and very close relationship with the Matses tribe, who initiated and taught her how to work traditionally with Kambo.
During her time in the rainforest, Kris has worked and collaborated with many powerful curanderos from different lineages and tribes, giving her a broad depth of knowledge about Amazonian plant medicines.

Those experiences ignited a passionate love for Amazonian herbalism, and she has dived deep into plant medicine alchemy for the past seven years.

Kris currently works at Aya Healing Retreats, facilitating the groups and establishing a deep connection with the local Shipibo community.
She also offers Amazonian Herbalism training courses and has started her apothecary creating pure essences from these Amazonian plants and Master Plants.

Kris is a solid bridge keeper between the indigenous cultures and practices of the Amazon, and the West, bringing a unique perspective from her direct experience.
Kris is a strong jungle medicine woman with a kind heart that is always ready to help those in need; she is a faithful caretaker of the forest and the indigenous traditions.

facilitator kris portrait

Kris

ayahuasca vine

Facilitator

Kris has been living for seven years in the Peruvian Amazon. Originally from Barcelona, she followed a calling to be of service to the indigenous elders. As soon as she arrived, Kris deeply immersed herself in the traditional knowledge of the rainforest.

She was an on-site facilitator and administrator for an Ayahuasca retreat center for five years. Her role enabled Kris to work closely with Ayahuasca and other plant medicines, facilitating Ayahuasca retreats and plant medicine dietas. She helped participants integrate and process their experiences and made sure the retreats ran smoothly.

For the past six years, Kris has forged a deep and very close relationship with the Matses tribe, who initiated and taught her how to work traditionally with Kambo.
During her time in the rainforest, Kris has worked and collaborated with many powerful curanderos from different lineages and tribes, giving her a broad depth of knowledge about Amazonian plant medicines.

Those experiences ignited a passionate love for Amazonian herbalism, and she has dived deep into plant medicine alchemy for the past seven years.

Kris currently works at Aya Healing Retreats, facilitating the groups and establishing a deep connection with the local Shipibo community.
She also offers Amazonian Herbalism training courses and has started her apothecary creating pure essences from these Amazonian plants and Master Plants.

Kris is a solid bridge keeper between the indigenous cultures and practices of the Amazon, and the West, bringing a unique perspective from her direct experience.
Kris is a strong jungle medicine woman with a kind heart that is always ready to help those in need; she is a faithful caretaker of the forest and the indigenous traditions.

maestra juanita, shipibo curandera, in traditional shipibo clothing, smoking a pipe

Maestra Juanita

ayahuasca vine

Shipibo Curandera

Maestra Juana was born into the Shipibo community of Pahoyan, one of the most powerful Shipibo healing lineages in the Peruvian Amazon. She is around 60 years old, however her exact age is unknown.She has been studying for more than 35 years under Maestra Manuela, Papa Gilberto and Papa Bejamin, who are all members of the highly-respected curandero family, the Mahua family. Juana began her dieta on the mythical Amazonian tree Noya Rao when she was just 20 years old and has dedicated her life to the path of healing ever since. Juana is also very learned in the workings of the human body, possessing an excellent knowledge of the bones and skeletal system. Juana specialises in bone massage and will be available on the Noya Rao retreat to provide our guests with this unique healing experience. We are delighted to have Juana’s expertise, depth of wisdom and fun loving spirit with us on the Noya Rao retreat.

maestra juanita, shipibo curandera, in traditional shipibo clothing, smoking a pipe

Maestra Juana

ayahuasca vine

Shipibo Curandera

Maestra Juana was born into the Shipibo community of Pahoyan, one of the most powerful Shipibo healing lineages in the Peruvian Amazon. She is around 60 years old, however her exact age is unknown.She has been studying for more than 35 years under Maestra Manuela, Papa Gilberto and Papa Bejamin, who are all members of the highly-respected curandero family, the Mahua family. Juana began her dieta on the mythical Amazonian tree Noya Rao when she was just 20 years old and has dedicated her life to the path of healing ever since. Juana is also very learned in the workings of the human body, possessing an excellent knowledge of the bones and skeletal system. Juana specialises in bone massage and will be available on the Noya Rao retreat to provide our guests with this unique healing experience. We are delighted to have Juana’s expertise, depth of wisdom and fun loving spirit with us on the Noya Rao retreat.

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Adelina Vaughn

ayahuasca vine

Women’s retreat Lead Facilitator

Born in the United States, Adelina began her healing path at the young age of 5 with deep initiations through the womb. Modern-day medicine saved her life and would later unfold her dharma. Rooted in her Native American and Italian heritage, she began communing with the dreamworld and spirits in her early teens. She has always felt deeply guided by her ancestors. In 2011, Adelina graduated from university with a Bachelor’s in Human Behavior and Health Education, intending to attend medical school. She instead enrolled in Massage School and now specializes in modalities such as Polarity, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Trauma Bodywork. Shortly after, she was then guided to Peru and received her 200 RYT in the Sacred Valley in 2015. On this trip, she met the Ancient Mother, Ayahuasca, which changed the course of her life path.

She received many instructions from this plant teacher and shared deep prayers of gratitude. Following the call, Adelina traveled to the sacred lands of Mount Shasta to complete her facilitation certification in Clarity Breathwork. The sacred medicine continued to speak with her in dreams until she met with her again and full trust of this path was born. She has spent the past 3 years assisting in circles and helping in ceremonies. After holding space for so many, she began to realize the importance of grounded integration while working with such intelligent plant allies. This led to an in-depth focus on somatic studies, attachment theory, non-violent communication, and mind-body practices. Coming from a bloodline of addiction and sexual trauma, a lot came to surface while studying. She returned to the amazon to sit with Maestra Juanita and the Master Plant Noya Rao at AYA Healing Retreat Center in 2019 – where her respect for this path deepened even more.

Adelina is now focused on supporting people as they move through their traumas, addictions, ancestral conditions, and unaligned habits. She travels creating sacred spaces through sound healing, dance, breath-work, and somatic body awareness to help reprogram the subconscious. She is fully committed to helping people prepare and integrate their experiences with these ancient plants. Forever a student, she bows in deep gratitude to these sacred medicines and the lineages that hold them in protection.

For more about Adelina:  www.adelinavaughn.com

“Through the heart, all can be healed” 

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Adelina Vaughn

ayahuasca vine

Founder - Lead Facilitator

Born in the United States, Adelina began her healing path at the young age of 5 with deep initiations through the womb. Modern-day medicine saved her life and would later unfold her dharma. Rooted in her Native American and Italian heritage, she began communing with the dreamworld and spirits in her early teens. She has always felt deeply guided by her ancestors. In 2011, Adelina graduated from university with a Bachelor’s in Human Behavior and Health Education, intending to attend medical school. She instead enrolled in Massage School and now specializes in modalities such as Polarity, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Trauma Bodywork. Shortly after, she was then guided to Peru and received her 200 RYT in the Sacred Valley in 2015. On this trip, she met the Ancient Mother, Ayahuasca, which changed the course of her life path.

She received many instructions from this plant teacher and shared deep prayers of gratitude. Following the call, Adelina traveled to the sacred lands of Mount Shasta to complete her facilitation certification in Clarity Breathwork. The sacred medicine continued to speak with her in dreams until she met with her again and full trust of this path was born. She has spent the past 3 years assisting in circles and helping in ceremonies. After holding space for so many, she began to realize the importance of grounded integration while working with such intelligent plant allies. This led to an in-depth focus on somatic studies, attachment theory, non-violent communication, and mind-body practices. Coming from a bloodline of addiction and sexual trauma, a lot came to surface while studying. She returned to the amazon to sit with Maestra Juanita and the Master Plant Noya Rao at AYA Healing Retreat Center in 2019 – where her respect for this path deepened even more.

Adelina is now focused on supporting people as they move through their traumas, addictions, ancestral conditions, and unaligned habits. She travels creating sacred spaces through sound healing, dance, breath-work, and somatic body awareness to help reprogram the subconscious. She is fully committed to helping people prepare and integrate their experiences with these ancient plants. Forever a student, she bows in deep gratitude to these sacred medicines and the lineages that hold them in protection.

For more about Adelina:  www.adelinavaughn.com

“Through the heart, all can be healed”