Once you arrive to the retreat center, you will meet one-on-one with the paqos to express your intention for what you seek to heal. Divination will be performed to see the types of healing that you will need to receive. Your healing may come in the form of limpias (energetic cleansing), despacho ceremonies (elaborate offering bundles), short pilgrimages with healing intention, or from your classmates as you practice healing each other. You may also receive counseling from the paqos.

Pumqanchi is a small rural town in the highlands of the Andes. It is generally warm during the day, but at night it is very cold. Bring lots of layers to protect yourself from the cold.

Yes. Anything you learn or experience can be used for either daily practice or to apply with others, as long as you give credit to the lineage of origin and follow the practice as taught by your teacher.

You can set intentions to heal physical, mental or spiritual problems. Absolute cures are not guaranteed. It's possible some ailments may need follow up or multiple sessions to heal, however, the paqos you will work with are masters of Inca medicine, and you should see fruitful results. You may also be prescribed plant medicines or other rituals that you will have to apply on your own when you return from the trip for maximum results.

No experience is necessary. You only need to have an openness to Indigenous wisdom and Indigenous spiritual medicine.

This course is for all spiritual seekers, who have an interest in shamanism or Indigenous ways for healing and wellness. Most able-bodied adults of all ages can participate and enjoy this experience that will not involve intensive physical activity. Particular groups of people that may enjoy this experience are those with an interest in Quechua Andean wisdom, those who would like to blend Native American with Yogic wisdom, and therapists or healers who want to incorporate shamanism into work with their clients.

No. Sessions or ceremonies will not include psychedelic plant medicines.