Aya Healing Retreats
During our pause due to the pandemic, we have worked tirelessly at perfecting our new retreat center. We are excited and grateful to offer our new home – El Encanto de Chullachaqui – to those looking for profound healing and transformative experience. Nearby the center you’ll find our most dear plants and trees – Ayahuasca, Bobinsana, Chullachaqui, but also a newfound Noya Rao tree – of which there are only 5 known to exist.
The Center houses an ample ceremonial space called a Maloca (communal house); it is here that we will where we will participate in our Ayahuasca rituals on several of our evenings. The Center also hosts a central kitchen and dining area and areas overlooking the garden, which is excellent for enjoying great conversation with others and admiring the ever-changing jungle. You will all have your own private room or bungalow. If you have concerns regarding covid-19 policies you can read more about how we are keeping you safe.
However, we recommend that you take care of all matters that require your urgent attention before joining us on retreat, either while in Iquitos or in your home country. This will enable you to be fully present and to receive the actual healing benefits from not only the sacred plant medicines but from the superior beauty of the surrounding forest and lakeside environment. To preserve the integrity of the river water, we only permit our guests to use biodegradable and chemical-free soaps, shampoos, and toothpaste. Our favorite soaps are Dr. Bronner’s due to their ingredients and support of reforestation and fair trade.
While at the Center, you will be enjoying a private room or jungle bungalow (Tambo) with a spectacular view of the Amazon Jungle. Your Tambo is fully protected from mosquitos by a particular screen surrounding the doors and windows.
You will have your comfortable double bed to rest on each night and all privacy you need to recharge and contemplate the day’s events. The Tambo’s are rustic, yet spacious and are guaranteed to offer you an authentic Peruvian forest experience. Attached to the rooms and to at each Tambo, western toilets and showers.
Rain is frequent in the Peruvian Amazon, and while it is often hot and humid throughout the day, it does cool down overnight. Please keep the changing weather conditions in mind when packing your suitcase. The list below provides a comprehensive outline of what to bring with you on retreat. Some of the items can be purchased once you arrive in Peru.
We will have the following items available for your enjoyment whilst at the Ayahuasca Centre in Iquitos:
It is critical to follow the dieta for two-weeks prior to retreat in order to prepare your body to receive a deep healing experience. Read more about the required diet here.
We want to offer a safe and unforgettable experience for everyone and for this reason, all our retreats attendees must show proof of the NEGATIVE (NO-REACTIVE) COVID test taken in the 72 hrs on the day of departure to one of our facilitators at the pickup. It can be an antigen or molecular test.
If you cannot show us a test taken in the 72 hrs, please let us know, and you will be offered to take a KIT-TEST in front of our facilitator before the departure. The price of the KIT-TEST with us is 20 USD, to be paid in US dollars.
If the KIT-TEST is positive, you will be asked to stay in Iquitos and take a molecular test at the local clinic and enter the center once you have a negative test.
The retreats use cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus.
● Linens, towels, and laundry are washed according to the local authority guidelines.
● Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
● Communal and high-touch areas are regularly disinfected throughout the day.
● Please bring your yoga mat. All the equipment is disinfected between guests.
Physical distancing is maintained.
● Instructors maintain a safe distance from the client.
● Activities take place outside where possible. When this is not possible, the Maloca will
be set up with the 2-meter (6 feet) rule between mats.
● The staff follows all safety protocols as directed by the local government.
● Hand sanitizer is available in guest rooms and key areas.
● Process in place to check the health of guests.
● First aid kit available.
● Suspected or infected COVID-19 patients will be traferd to Nativa Apartments Boutique
Hotel
● Protective masks are available for all staff.
● Protective masks are available for clients.
