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Each Ayahuasca ceremony is a unique journey of healing and self-discovery. While every shaman and facilitator works in their own way, the essence remains the same: to open a space where the spirit of Ayahuasca can cleanse, guide, and teach.

Ceremonies usually begin after nightfall (around 6:30 p.m.) and last between two and four hours. Once participants are called to drink, candles are extinguished and the shaman begins protective rites — singing sacred icaros and invoking the medicine’s protective energy through traditional tobacco (mapacho).

 

Throughout the night, the shaman may visit each person, sensing what is needed and offering individual healing songs. Assistants remain nearby to provide quiet support. Some participants prefer to rest on their mattress afterward, while others return to their casitas — both are welcome.

 

 

Group Size and Setting

 

Ayahuasca is an intimate and deeply personal medicine. For this reason, we limit each ceremony to a maximum of twelve participants, ensuring calm, safety, and personal attention.

Large groups — sometimes exceeding thirty people — can create unnecessary intensity. The medicine works through physical and energetic cleansing, often involving purging, tears, sweating, or emotional release. A smaller, contained space supports a smoother, more grounded experience.

 

 

 

​Ayahuasca ceremonies will be held in one of three places. 

 

1. In your own Casita for a fully private ceremony .  

 

2. In one of the highest graded casitas for small groups .

 

3. In the main Maloca for a maximum of 12 people.

 

What should I bring and wear to the ceremony?

 

A bottle of water (more will be provided if you run out).

A flashlight (preferably with a dimmer and red light setting).

Loose comfortable clothing (including a second layer and socks if you want to stay around after the ceremony through much of the night - possibly a blanket too). If you have clothing which has positive meaning to you, then wear that. 

A pillow from your bed.

 

 

Preparation on the day of the ceremony 

 

Eat your final light meal at lunchtime so you have a fairly empty stomach.

Avoid strenuous activity after lunch.

Relax, read a book, listen to calming music, enjoy conversation or just stillness on your own. Maybe meditate or do some Yoga or gentle stretching or a slow walk amongst the plants - whatever makes you feel nice and relaxed .  

 

 

State of mind

 

Ayahuasca is the spirit of the Earth herself. Our bodies, made from her elements respond naturally to her guidance. The cleansing process — including purging — is how she helps clear what no longer serves you. This is why your six-week preparation and detox are so important.

 

 

​Your first ceremony?

 

You may bring a clear question into the ceremony, or simply allow your thoughts to drift naturally without engaging with them, observing what unfolds.
Cultivating feelings of gratitude, appreciation, serenity, or love often guides the experience toward light and insight.
If the journey becomes challenging, know that this too is a form of healing — the medicine revealing what needs attention.
A strong physical release or “purge” simply means that deep cleansing is taking place.

 

 

During the Experience

 

When the medicine begins to work, remain relaxed. Focus on your breath — slow, steady, and deep. If you know a calming breathing practice, use it; if not, simply exhale longer than you inhale to settle the nervous system.

Let your thoughts come and go like clouds — there is nothing to resist. The first ceremony is often an introduction, a meeting rather than a lesson. Later ceremonies may reveal deeper insights.

Whether the journey feels light or challenging, both are forms of healing. Trust that the process is intelligent and compassionate.

What can happen?

Anything from apparently nothing at all to light visions, to things beyond ordinary imagination - the point is to not expect or try to direct anything- go with the flow and enjoy. 

 

 

After the Ceremony

 

When the ceremony concludes, remain where you feel most comfortable. Assistants are always present if you need support. Please respect others’ space — some may wish to remain silent for a while.

The next morning, fresh fruit and tea are brought to your casita. Breakfast is served at 10.30 , followed by a sharing circle where participants reflect together. Individual meetings with the shaman (who speaks excellent English) are available for deeper understanding and integration.

The day after a ceremony is best spent gently — resting, walking, meditating, or relaxing in a hammock. Integration begins in stillness.

 

 

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                                           Kambo Ceremonies

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These involve applying a waxy exudate from the Giant Monkey Frog to wounds on the skin. It contains a complex mix of peptides which act powerfully on the nervous, cardiovascular, immune and gastrointestinal systems. It triggers a detoxification process , resets the immune system ,  brings mental clarity, possibly removes spike proteins , promotes fertility and virility, reduces chronic pain, anxiety, treats chronic eczema and for indigenous people promotes a successful hunt. Many feel more confident, spiritually sensitive and capable for long after the ceremony.

 

Absolute contraindications (never safe)

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding

• Cardiovascular disease

• History of stroke or aneurysm

• Chronic kidney failure

• Epilepsy or seizure disorders

• Use of SSRIs, MAOIs, or other antidepressants

• Recent major surgery or serious infection

• Low blood pressure or dehydration

 

 It is normally performed in the morning and lasts about 2 hours for a group ceremony.  

 The initial effects typically last for 10-20 minutes but can last much longer in some cases.  

 

After fasting for 8 - 12 hours and then drinking 1 - 1.5 litres of water 

1. A shaman uses a hot stick to burn small holes in the skin to which Kambo is applied

2. The body purges , normally by vomiting ( with or without nausea ), and sweating or sometimes defecating .

3. Heart rate and blood pressure elevates 

4. The face - particularly the lips swell so that one can actually look frog like for a short time! 

  

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​Detox time is very fast as the compounds are peptides ( small proteins ) which are quickly broken down. Consequently its safe to do the day before or even the morning of a ceremony day. 

 

 

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