7 Days Ayahuasca Retreat Cusco Peru
Our 7 Day Ayahuasca Retreat Cusco Peru is the most complete spiritual journey we offer. Guided by experienced shamans from the Amazon and the Andes, this retreat combines sacred Ayahuasca ceremonies, ancestral plant cleanses, and integration circles. It is designed for those who seek deep healing, profound connection, and personal transformation in the heart of the Sacred Valley.
During seven days, you will immerse yourself in the wisdom of Ayahuasca, receiving guidance not only from the medicine itself but also from sacred Andean ceremonies that prepare body, mind, and spirit for true transformation.
7 Day Ayahuasca & San Pedro Retreat in Cusco, Peru – Jungle Ceremony
7 Days Ayahuasca & San Pedro Retreat in Cusco – The 7 Days Ayahuasca Retreat in Cusco, Peru – Private Ceremony (with San Pedro) is for individuals who have committed to heal themselves. For seven days, you will have multiple ceremonies of experience … typically 4-5 nights of Ayahuasca, and at least one San Pedro Ceremony – so you have time for accumulative insights. This extended retreat is well planned: sacred ceremony each evening or sometimes two, and plenty of time between for integration, rest, and complementary practices like yoga, meditation, or traditional cleansing.
Each evening, the shamans will prepare the Ayahuasca brew for ceremony and the evening will proceed with the shamans leading you in the “medicine journey” with ancestral songs. In the sacred mountains of Cusco, individuals can let go of blocks and establish new patterns into deeply rooted renew. Many participants describe the week-long pilgrimage as a rebirth, with each night’s vision build from the previous, leading to a clarity and strength that stays long after they leave. Those who are experienced recommend the week-long program, so that participants have ample time to reflect, experience multiple ceremonies, and significant initiate their own personal discoveries.
Scattered throughout the days, your reflection becomes more and more integrated. Morning integration sessions, meditative practice and group sharing sessions allow you to deepen your integration before every evening ceremony. By the last couple of nights, I often witness major breakthroughs — long-held fears dissolve, the emotional block has lifted. Because this space of support is ongoing, even when the moment feels challenging it can act as an integral integral catalyst for deep healing.
At the conclusion of this transformation, you’ll feel as if you have “reborn,” not just carrying the memory of the sacred ceremonies with you, but also carrying a clarion inner compass. And, of course, as various scientific research attests, the Ayahuasca ceremonies do likely help in greatly improving emotional well-being as many participants in this seven-day experience later witness as gifts continuing long after the program is complete.
Itinerary – What to Expect
Day 1:
- 08:30 Meeting at office and shuttle transfer to the retreat center.
- 10:00 Departure to the center.
- 11:00 Welcome session with the staff, orientation, and cleansing ceremony.
- 14:00 Group session: introduction to the shaman and medical team, discussion about ayahuasca and ceremony intentions. Coca leaf ceremony and prayer for energy unification, honoring Shipibo wisdom.
- 15:00 Personal consultation with the doctor.
- 15:30 Individual consultation with healers and psychologist.
- 17:00 Talk on Andean philosophy, Inca religion, and introduction to meditation.
- 18:30 Quiet preparation and personal meditation time in the maloka.
- 19:00 First Ayahuasca ceremony.
Day 2:
- 08:00 Breakfast.
- 09:00 Volunteering with Human Actions – Dog shelter activity.
- 11:30 Snacks.
- 14:00 Group meeting: sharing insights from the Ayahuasca ceremony. Shipibo wisdom – Icaros and plant diet.
- 15:00 Personal consultations with healers and psychologist.
- 15:30 Free time for relaxation.
- 17:00 Andean philosophy: Munay, Yachay, and Llankay.
- 18:30 Quiet preparation and meditation in the maloka.
- 19:00 Second Ayahuasca ceremony.
Day 3:
- 08:00 Breakfast.
- 09:00 Group circle to share learnings from the ceremony.
- 10:00 Individual consultations with healers and psychologist.
- 11:00 Group walk to Señor de Huanca and volunteering activity.
- 13:00 Lunch.
- 14:00 Rest and relaxation.
- 17:00 Andean philosophy: Anya, Ayni, and Sumaq Kausay.
- 18:30 Dinner.
Day 4:
- 08:00 Breakfast.
- 08:30 Volunteering with Human Actions – Native plant nursery.
- 11:30 Snacks.
- 14:00 Massage session.
- 14:30 Relaxation time.
- 17:00 Andean philosophy: Kausay Pacha, Wiracocha, and Pachamama – reflections on offerings to Mother Earth.
- 19:00 Third Ayahuasca ceremony.
Day 5:
- 08:00 Breakfast.
- 09:00 Group circle to share experiences from the ceremony.
- 10:00 Individual consultations with healers and psychologist.
- 11:00 Gratitude offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth).
- 12:00 Presentation on Human Actions projects with the option to donate. Service report completion and guidance on post-retreat diet and integration.
- 12:30 Opportunity to buy traditional Shipibo and Andean handicrafts, photos with the healers, and farewell.
- 13:00 Transfer to Ollantaytambo to board the train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town).
- In Ollantaytambo, you may visit the sacred temples and have lunch. Be sure to arrive at the train station at least 30 minutes before departure.
- Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, a guide will meet you, take you to your hotel, and explain the itinerary for your Machu Picchu visit.
Day 6:
- Pick up from your hotel for a two-hour guided tour of Machu Picchu.
- Free time for lunch and museum visits in town.
- Return train to Cusco at the time indicated on your ticket.
- Upon arrival, transfer to your accommodation.
Day 7:
- Transfer from your accommodation to the airport for your departing flight.
What is Included in Your 3 Day Ayahuasca Retreat Cusco Peru
- 7 days, 6 nights accommodation in Sacred Valley.
- 3–4 Ayahuasca ceremonies with Amazonian shamans.
- All meals (vegetarian diet prepared for Ayahuasca).
- Coca leaf ceremony, flower cleansing, and integration circles.
- Transport from Cusco and return.
- Personal spiritual guidance and support.
Highlights of the 7 Day Ayahuasca Retreat
- 3–4 Ayahuasca ceremonies led by experienced shamans.
- Traditional Andean cleansing rituals with flowers, palo santo, and tobacco.
- Healing practices for body, mind, and spirit.
- Accommodation in a serene natural setting near Cusco.
- Guidance, preparation, and integration sessions.
- Small group retreat for personal attention.
Important Notes Before Your Ceremony
⚠️ Ayahuasca is not suitable for everyone. A health questionnaire and personal interview are required.
⚠️ Avoid alcohol, drugs, and certain foods (dieta) at least 3 days before the retreat.
⚠️ The ayahuasca effects include visions, purging, and emotional release. These are part of the cleansing process.
⚠️ Respect for tradition and sacredness is essential.
⚠️ Spaces are limited for this small group ayahuasca retreat Cusco.
⚠️ The ayahuasca retreat Cusco Peru is not recommended for people with certain medical conditions or psychiatric history.
⚠️ A dietary preparation (Ayahuasca Dieta) is recommended at least 2-3 days before the ceremony: avoid alcohol, pork, red meat, spicy food, and drugs.
⚠️ This is a sacred experience, not for recreational purposes. We honor and respect the ancestral tradition of Amazonian medicine.
⚠️We warmly invite you to arrive in Cusco at least two days before your retreat so your body has time to gently adapt to the altitude. Many travelers feel the effects of the high elevation, and arriving on the same day of your retreat would make it unsafe for us to serve Ayahuasca. In such a case, your retreat would need to be moved to the next available date, and unfortunately refunds are not possible. This guideline is simply to protect your well-being, as experiencing altitude sickness during ceremony can pose serious health risks.
⚠️During your acclimatization, you’ll need to arrange your own accommodation. If you’d like, we are happy to recommend trusted hotels that offer everything you may need, including airport transfers, so that your arrival in Cusco feels smooth and stress-free.
⚠️On the morning of your retreat, we will gather at Plaza Nazarenas at 9:00 am and travel together by shuttle to the retreat center. For breakfast, please enjoy something light such as fresh fruit and juice, avoiding bread and dairy products, so your body is well-prepared for the medicine.
⚠️Because Ayahuasca is a sacred and powerful plant medicine, it’s important that your body is as clear as possible. We encourage you to begin a gentle, natural detox two weeks before the retreat, avoiding substances or medications that could interfere with the experience.
Ayahuasca Pre-Retreat Restrictions
Two weeks before the retreat, avoid:
- Pork
- Any kind of sexual activity, including masturbation
- Alcohol
- Cannabis
- Recreational drugs (cocaine, MDMA, amphetamines, etc.) – this is mandatory for your safety and to prevent any possible energetic impact on other participants
- Spicy foods
- Ice, ice cream, or very cold drinks
One week before the retreat, avoid:
- Refined sugars
- Red meat
- Junk food
- Salt and pepper
- Sweets or chocolate
- Oils (if necessary, use only a small amount of olive or coconut oil)
- Animal fats (such as lard)
- Carbonated drinks (sodas, energy drinks, non-alcoholic beer, etc.)
- Dairy products
- Fermented foods
- Caffeine and other stimulants
Additional restrictions:
- Important: Please let us know if you are currently taking any medication or supplements.
- If your menstrual cycle coincides with the retreat, inform the facilitators upon arrival.
- Ayahuasca is not compatible with pregnancy.
Why Choose a 7 Day Ayahuasca Retreat in Cusco?
A 7-day retreat allows you to truly immerse in the medicine. Unlike shorter retreats, you have time for multiple ceremonies, personal reflection, and gradual integration. This journey is not only about healing but about awakening your spirit and realigning with your life’s purpose in one of the most sacred places in the world.
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Even in just one day, ayahuasca can bring profound cleansing — releasing emotional blockages, reducing anxiety, and opening the heart. This is why many call it one of the best ayahuasca retreats Peru can offer, even in a short format.
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Is one day enough for an Ayahuasca retreat in Cusco?
Yes, a 1 Day Ayahuasca Retreat in Cusco Peru can provide a profound experience for those who have limited time. While longer retreats allow for deeper integration, even a single ceremony offers cleansing, emotional release, and spiritual insight. Many travelers combine this retreat with visits to Machu Picchu or the Sacred Valley.
What should I eat before an Ayahuasca ceremony in Cusco Peru?
Before your ayahuasca ceremony Cusco, it’s important to follow the Ayahuasca Diet: avoid alcohol, red meat, pork, processed food, spicy food, and drugs. A clean diet helps purify the body and prepares you for a deeper spiritual connection.
How safe is a 1 day Ayahuasca retreat in Cusco?
Safety depends on the retreat center and the experience of the shamans. We work with trained healers (ayahuasca shamans Cusco) who create a sacred space, provide assistance during the ceremony, and ensure the physical and spiritual well-being of every participant.
Can I do a 1 day Ayahuasca retreat and visit Machu Picchu?
Yes. Many travelers choose a 1 day Ayahuasca retreat Cusco and then continue their journey to Machu Picchu or the Sacred Valley the next day. The ceremony often brings clarity and inspiration that enhances the experience of visiting these sacred Inca sites.
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