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Soul Expansion Brazil:
A Journey of
Transformation Through Mountains,
Waterfalls, Ocean, and Deep Dive
into your Soul
Join us on a life-changing transformational journey
Join us on a life-changing transformational journey
Our History
Yajé Ranch
Yajé Ranch
Nestled in the emerald embrace of the Mantiqueira mountains, Rancho Yajé wasn’t just built—it blossomed. It all began with a spark, a shared dream among friends to weave a deeper connection to spirit, to each other, and to the earth. Our community, already a tight-knit family, was bursting at the seams with love, laughter, and the kind of bonds that feel like home. As our circle grew, so did our need for a space to hold it all—a place where hearts could expand and souls could soar.
That’s when the mountains called. One sun-drenched afternoon, our founder, Percio, was wandering along old train tracks, the crunch of gravel underfoot and the whisper of pines overhead. Then, there it was: a clearing that seemed to hum with possibility. It wasn’t just land—it was a canvas for a vision that had been simmering for over a decade in the Campos do Jordão region. Percio saw it clear as day: a sanctuary where we could tend the soil, grow our medicines, and nurture the spirit of our ever-growing family. And so, Rancho Yajé was born.
Bit by bit, with sweat, love, and a whole lot of teamwork, the ranch came to life. A door got a fresh coat of paint, a staircase rose from the earth, a weathered wall was scrubbed clean, and the deck stretched wider to welcome more feet. The founding partners didn’t just pour resources into this dream—they poured themselves into it. Two years on, Rancho Yajé is more than a place; it’s a living, breathing heartbeat, pulsing with the stories of everyone who’s stepped onto its soil.
Picture this: a rustic haven cradled by rolling hills, where the air smells of pine and possibility. Rivers murmur nearby, waterfalls sing in the distance, and the Mantiqueira’s peaks stand like wise old friends watching over us. This is Rancho Yajé—a retreat that feels like a warm hug from nature itself. Here, we’ve cultivated more than just a space; we’ve grown a way of life. Native plants thrive in abundance, a living reserve that gifts us sacred medicines like jagube, chacruna, cannabis, and psilocybin. From these roots, our vision spread to a culinary garden, bursting with herbs and vegetables that nourish both body and soul. It’s as if the land itself conspired with us to create something whole, something holy.
Embark on a transformative journey through mountains, waterfalls, and ocean, awakening your highest potential with the Soul Expansion Brazil program, featuring Ayahuasca ceremonies, yoga, integration after ceremony sessions, mineral waterfall baths, life coaching, rhythmic breathwork, massage, and farm-to-table organic food at an all-inclusive, spiritual-licensed plant medicine center in Campos do Jordao, São Paulo.
Welcome to Soul Expansion Brazil
Welcome to Soul Expansion Brazil
Welcome to your transformative 15-day retreat, a journey designed to awaken your highest potential through the One Soul Therapist and Yaje Ranch partnership. We begin with a preparation lecture, where your guide, Luciana, and our skilled facilitators will share essential and practical information—what to do, why, and what to avoid—setting the foundation for your experience. Over the next six days in the serene mountains, you’ll engage in a carefully curated program of ceremonies, workshops, and cleansing practices. Then, we’ll transition to four rejuvenating days at the beach, focusing on ocean cleansing, leisure, and integration to deepen your connection throught a Cacao Ceremony. We conclude back in the mountains with a powerful finale: the “big spell day,” where you’ll prepare your own ceremonial tea, followed by three days of immersive ceremonies guided by Luciana and the team, weaving together all you’ve learned and experienced. Prepare for a profound, purposeful journey to your miracle.
A Transformative Odyssey from Mountain to Beach,
Crafted for Your Soul’s Awakening
Phase 1:
Mantiqueira Mountais With Ayahuasca Cerimony
Phase 1:
Mantiqueira Mountais With Ayahuasca Cerimony
Rancho Yajé is a living sanctuary born from a shared dream of community and connection. Here, surrounded by towering pines and the murmur of rivers, you’ll begin your journey with the sacred medicines of the forest. Your 7 - night stay includes:
4 Ayahuasca ceremonies with Forest Medicine Experiences: Guided by experienced facilitators, you’ll partake in ceremonies honouring ayahuasca, rapé, Kambo, sananga and all Brazilian ancestral plant medicines. Each medicine unlocks different aspects of your being, offering healing, insight, and a deeper connection to nature.
• Hiking and Waterfalls: Explore hidden waterfalls and panoramic vistas on guided hikes that ground you in the present and revitalize your spirit.
• Daily Yoga and Breathing Practices: Start each day with gentle yoga in nature—on mountaintops or forest clearings—integrating the lessons of the medicine and bringing balance to body and mind.
• Meditation and Functional Nutrition: Savor plant-based meals by Chef Tiago Tisk, crafted from our culinary garden and local ingredients, designed to nourish your transformation. 21 meals.
Phase 2: The Sweet Sea
Phase 2: The Sweet Sea
From the rustic sanctuary of Rancho Yajé to the pristine shores of Itamambuca Beach, this retreat blends ancestral wisdom, holistic practices, and the healing power of nature, where healing comes with sweet taste, nature is your teacher, and every moment is an opportunity for growth.
Are you ready to expand your soul?
In the second phase of your transformative journey, immerse yourself in ocean cleansing, a powerful treatment to purify your physical body and soul. Enjoy moments of leisure and integration, where your guide, Luciana, begins connecting the dots, sharing her experiences and the purpose behind Yaje, helping you understand the retreat’s deeper meaning. Through Luciana’s curated integration process, we will add a cacao ceremony post first week integration phase. Cacao, when used ceremonially, is a gentle plant medicine that opens the heart, enhances emotional connection, and grounds spiritual insights, making it ideal for this phase.
A Cacao Ceremony to reconnect, restore, and expand.
Meet Your Guide
Meet Your Guide
Luciana Machado
Luciana Machado
At the heart of Soul Expansion Brazil is Luciana Machado, from One Soul Therapist a visionary in psychedelic therapy and holistic healing. A registered psychoanalyst, Brazilian Ayahuasca educator, and Transpersonal Psychology specialist, Luciana brings a wealth of global experience to the retreat.
Based in Vancouver, Canada, she’s a trained psychedelic therapist who blends ancient wisdom with modern practices. Her unique “rebateras” method helps you weave retreat insights into daily life, ensuring lasting transformation. With a focus on microdosing and integration, Luciana empowers you to heal “open wounds”—emotional and psychological traumas—through self-discovery and inner potential. Under her guidance, you’ll feel supported, understood, and inspired.
Luciana has traveled the world, immersing herself in yoga philosophy, retreat centers, and the development of curricula for psychedelic healing. Her journeys have enriched her understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection, which she now channels into her work. Currently, she is dedicated to bridging the psychedelic experience with everyday life, offering “rebateras”—a unique interface that helps individuals seamlessly weave their journey’s insights into their reality before returning home.
Spiritual Retreat – From the Mountains to the Sea
Spiritual Retreat – From the Mountains to the Sea
Your 15-day Soul’s Awakening begins as you arrive in São Paulo Capital, where you’ll be warmly welcomed and driven to the serene mountain haven of Campos do Jordão. Here, you’ll spend seven days immersed in sacred ceremonies, holistic workshops, and cleansing rituals, guided by Luciana and our skilled facilitators. Next, we journey to the vibrant coast of São Paulo for five days of ocean-inspired cleansing, rejuvenating leisure, and deep integration Cacao Ceremony to connect the threads of your transformation. Finally, we return to the mountains of Campos do Jordão for the grand culmination: the “Big Spell Day,” where you’ll prepare your own ceremonial tea and engage in two days of profound ceremonies, weaving together your entire experience. After this powerful finale, you’ll head back to São Paulo Capital, ready to return home, transformed and renewed.
Ayahuasca Ceremony and Traditional Brewing Experience
Ayahuasca Ceremony and Traditional Brewing Experience
Our ceremonies follow the Santo Daime tradition, where sacred songs guide participants through a deep spiritual journey in a safe, welcoming, and harmonious environment. It’s a space for healing, self-discovery, and connection — supported by the strength of the ritual, music, and group energy.
Among all the ways to experience this sacred medicine, the ayahuasca brewing process — known as feitio (SPELL) — is one of the most powerful and meaningful. Over the course of four days, the brew is made with care and reverence, starting with the respectful gathering of the vine (cipó) and the leaves (chacrona) directly from the forest.
Men are traditionally responsible for preparing the vine, while women cleanse the leaves with love and intention. Throughout the process, we hold moments of prayer, silence, and sacred songs to maintain a high spiritual vibration.
Participating in the feitio (spell) is more than helping make the brew — it is a transformative journey. It offers a rare opportunity to connect deeply with the forest, the medicine, and the spiritual roots of this ancient tradition.
Daily Yoga Practices in Nature
Daily Yoga Practices in Nature
As part of our retreat experience, we offer daily yoga sessions designed to support your journey with the sacred medicine. These practices are more than just physical exercise — they are moments of integration, grounding, and presence.
Our approach to yoga is gentle, inclusive, and deeply connected to nature. Depending on the day and the energy of the group, classes may happen on the mountaintop, on the beach, or surrounded by the forest. Each setting offers a unique opportunity to connect with the elements — earth, water, air, and fire — and with your own inner landscape.
We adapt the practices to meet the needs of each group, creating a safe and nurturing space for everyone, regardless of experience level. Through breath, movement, and stillness, we prepare the body, calm the mind, and open the heart — helping each participant to fully receive the teachings and insights of the retreat.
Wholesome Plant-Based Meals During the Retreat
Wholesome Plant-Based Meals During the Retreat
Throughout the retreat, nutrition is treated as an essential part of the process of well-being and reconnection. Our plant-based diet is carefully designed to provide lightness, balance, and vitality, fostering a deep transformational experience.
Each meal is crafted by Chef Tiago Tisk, a specialist in plant-based cuisine, who combines fresh, natural, and whole ingredients to create flavorful and nourishing dishes.
Preparing your digestive system for a spiritual plant medicine retreat with a vegetarian diet focuses on reducing gut inflammation, improving digestion, and aligning your body for the experience. Our guidelines for the inicial phase.
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Core Dietary Principles - Whole, Plant-Based Foods
• Low Tyramine: Many plant medicines (like ayahuasca) require avoiding tyramine-rich foods to prevent adverse reactions. Skip aged, fermented, or overripe foods like avocados, bananas, sauerkraut, or soy products like miso.
• Light and Simple: Opt for easily digestible meals to reduce strain on your gut. Think steamed veggies, soups, and smoothies over heavy, complex dishes.
• Hydration: Drink plenty of water, herbal teas and fresh coconut water to support detoxification and gut motility.
Sample Daily Meal Plan
• Breakfast: Green smoothie (spinach, apple, cucumber, ginger, chia seeds) or oatmeal with fresh berries.
• Lunch: Quinoa bowl with steamed broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and a tahini-lemon dressing.
• Snack: Fresh fruit (apples, pears) or raw veggies with hummus.
• Dinner: Lentil or vegetable soup with a side of brown rice or a light salad with leafy greens, cucumber, and olive oil.
• Drinks: Herbal teas, water, or fresh vegetable juices (avoiding citrus in this phase).
4. Gut-Specific Tips
• Probiotics and Prebiotics: Support gut flora with prebiotic foods like garlic, onions, asparagus, and green bananas.
• Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Include turmeric, ginger, and leafy greens to reduce gut inflammation.
• Avoid Gut Irritants: Cut out gluten, dairy, and nightshades (tomatoes, eggplants)
• Chew Thoroughly: Slow, mindful eating aids digestion and prepares your body for the retreat’s introspective nature.
5. Additional Practices
• Fasting or Light Eating: We highly recommend a 12-24 hour fast or light eating (just fruit or veggie broth) the day and hours before. - With the exception of participants who have medical conditions
• Detox Support: Gentle practices like dry brushing, Epsom salt baths, or yoga can enhance detoxification and calm the nervous system.
• Mindful Preparation: Eat with intention, reflecting on the upcoming ceremony to align your body and mind.
6. Consult Retreat Guidelines
• Each plant medicine has specific dietary restrictions (e.g., no salt, no citrus, or no oils for some ayahuasca ceremonies). Following our protocol strictly, as it’s often tied to the medicine’s safety and efficacy, minimize all the hardests side effects.
• If you have digestive issues (e.g., IBS, SIBO), or any food alergies, please let us know for tailored advice.
Our chef Tiago Tisk has been delving into preparing and reconditioning us before and after consuming power plants.Reintegrating after a spiritual plant medicine retreat is crucial for grounding your physical body and integrating the mental, emotional, and spiritual insights gained. A vegetarian diet during this phase should focus on nourishment, gentle detoxification, and supporting nervous system recovery while fostering mindfulness. Including a cacao ceremony can be highly beneficial if done thoughtfully, as cacao is grounding and heart-opening, complementing the integration process.
Post-Retreat Vegetarian Diet (1 Week After)
Goals
• Nourish and Rebuild: Restore energy and nutrient reserves depleted during intense ceremonies.
• Ground the Nervous System: Support mental clarity and emotional stability with calming, nutrient-dense foods.
• Maintain Gut Health: Continue supporting digestion to process any residual physical effects of the medicine.
• Integrate Insights: Use mindful eating to stay connected to the retreat’s spiritual lessons.
Timeline
• Week 1: Focus on gentle, grounding foods to stabilize your body and mind.
• Weeks 2-4: Gradually reintroduce variety while maintaining a clean, intentional diet to support long-term integration, coming back to your routine. (Book Beyond the Journey)
Dietary Principles
• Whole, Nutrient-Dense Foods: Emphasize organic vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds to provide vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• Grounding Foods: Include root vegetables (sweet potatoes, carrots, beets), healthy fats (avocado, olive oil, nuts), and complex carbs (quinoa, brown rice) to anchor your energy.
• Anti-Inflammatory Focus: Incorporate turmeric, ginger, leafy greens, and omega-3-rich seeds (chia, flax) to reduce any residual inflammation and support brain health.
• Hydration: Drink plenty of water, herbal teas (lemongrass, or rooibos), and fresh juices to support boost your energy.
• Avoid Stimulants: Continue avoiding caffeine, alcohol, refined sugars, and processed foods for at least 1-2 weeks, as they can disrupt emotional and nervous system balance. (Book Beyond the Journey)
What's Rapé?
What's Rapé?
Brazilian native rapé (or rapéh) is a traditional snuff made from a blend of powdered tobacco (Nicotiana rustica, known locally as “mapacho”) and various medicinal herbs, ashes, and sometimes tree bark or seeds, depending on the tribe or region. It’s deeply rooted in the spiritual and healing practices of indigenous groups such as the Huni Kuin, Yawanawá, Katukina, and others in the Amazon rainforest, as well as in parts of the Cerrado and coastal regions.
The primary ingredient is tobacco, which is finely ground into a powder. Unlike commercial tobacco, the indigenous varieties are often more potent and grown without chemicals.
Cultural and Spiritual Use
• Application: Rapé is traditionally administered through the nose using a pipe called a “tepi” (blown by another person) or a “kuripe” (self-administered). The blow can be gentle or strong, depending on the context or the individual’s needs.
• Spiritual Cleansing: It’s used to clear the mind, connect with the spirit world, and open the third eye for visions or guidance.
• Physical Healing: It’s believed to detoxify the body, relieve sinus issues, or treat headaches by stimulating circulation and clearing mucus.
• Ceremonial Role: In retreats or rituals, rapé is often part of a broader experience with Ayahuasca or other plant medicines, helping participants focus, ground themselves, or release negative energies.
Effects
• Physical: Sharp sensation in the nostrils, followed by a release of mucus or tears as the body purifies. It can also cause a temporary nicotine-like buzz or dizziness.
• Mental/Spiritual: It sharpens focus, induces a meditative state, and can lead to insights or emotional purging. The experience varies based on the blend and the user’s intention.
Connection to Your Retreat
In places like Campos do Jordão its uses enhance the transformative journey, aligning with forest medicines and ceremonies, drawing on its traditional role in grounding and clarifying the mind.
Cultural Context
• Respect: In Brazil, rapé is sacred, not recreational. Indigenous communities emphasize its proper use under guidance, as misuse can disrespect its spirit or lead to discomfort.
What's Kambo?
What's Kambo?
Kambo is a traditional purgative medicine derived from the secretion of the giant monkey frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor), also known as the “Kambo” or “Sapo” frog, found in the Amazon rainforest. Indigenous peoples have used it for centuries for physical detoxification, spiritual purification, and to enhance hunting skills or resilience. It’s applied to the skin after small burns are made, allowing the bioactive peptides to enter the bloodstream.
Cultural and Spiritual Use
• Physical Cleansing: Kambo is renowned for detoxifying the liver, intestines, and lymphatic system. It’s believed to remove “panema” (negative energy or bad luck) and reset the body.
• Spiritual Purification: It’s used to clear emotional blockages, enhance mental clarity, and prepare for other ceremonies like Ayahuasca, aligning with the integrative focus of your retreat.
• Ceremonial Role: In retreats, Kambo is often part of a broader healing journey, helping participants purge physically and emotionally before deeper spiritual work. It could complement the ocean cleansing phase or the “Big Spell Day” you’ve outlined.
Effects
• Physical: Within minutes, Kambo causes intense purging (vomiting and sometimes diarrhea) as the body expels toxins. Other effects include sweating, a racing heart, dizziness, and a flushed face due to the peptides’ action on the cardiovascular and digestive systems. These typically subside within 20-40 minutes.
• Mental/Spiritual: Users often report a renewed sense of energy, clarity, and emotional release. Some describe a “reboot” of their system, making it a powerful tool for integration and connection during your retreat.
Connection to Your Retreat
• Holistic Integration: Combined with transpersonal psychology and yoga, Kambo it's a bridge to physical healing with mental and spiritual growth.
Cultural Context
• Respect: Kambo is sacred to indigenous communities and should only be administered by trained practitioners who understand its protocols. In Brazil, it’s legal for traditional use, though it’s not regulated by mainstream medicine.
• Indigenous Wisdom: The Matsés, for example, call it “vaccine of the forest,” reflecting its role in strengthening the body against environmental challenges. This ties into your work with forest medicines.
• Modern Use: Kambo has gained popularity in Brazilian urban centers like São Paulo and among international holistic communities, often integrated into retreats for its transformative potential.
What's Sananga?
What's Sananga?
Sananga refers to a traditional eye drop medicine made from the roots or bark of the Tabernaemontana undulata shrub (or related species), which grows in the Amazon rainforest. The plant is processed into a liquid extract and used as eye drops by indigenous peoples for both physical and spiritual purposes. It’s part of set of practices, complementing other medicines like Rapé and Kambo.
The roots or bark of the Sananga plant are scraped, ground, and steeped in water to create a potent liquid extract. The process often involves prayers or intentions to infuse the medicine with spiritual energy.
Cultural and Spiritual Use
• Application: Sananga is administered by placing one or two drops into each eye. The eyes are typically kept open to allow the medicine to take effect, though the process can be intense .It’s usually applied in a ceremonial context, often before or after other rituals, to enhance focus and vision—both literal and spiritual.
• Physical Healing: Sananga is traditionally used to improve eyesight, treat eye conditions like cataracts or infections, and alleviate headaches or sinus issues. Indigenous hunters use it to sharpen their vision for tracking game.
• Spiritual Clarity: It’s believed to clear energetic blockages, open the third eye, and enhance intuition. It’s often described as removing “panema” (negative energy or spiritual fog), much like Kambo.
• Ceremonial Role: In rituals, Sananga helps participants ground themselves, focus their intentions, and prepare for deeper spiritual work, such as Ayahuasca ceremonies or the tea preparation on your “Big Spell Day.”
Effects
• Physical: Upon application, Sananga causes an intense burning or stinging sensation in the eyes, often lasting a few minutes. This can lead to tearing, redness, and a temporary blurring of vision as the eyes purge impurities. Some also report a cooling sensation afterward.
• Mental/Spiritual: After the initial discomfort, users often experience heightened clarity, sharper vision (both physically and metaphorically), and a sense of emotional release. It can bring suppressed emotions or insights to the surface, aiding in the integration process.
• Duration: The intense effects subside within 5-10 minutes, but the clarity and energetic shift can last for hours or even days.
Connection to Your Retreat
• Integration and Focus: Sananga’s ability to enhance clarity makes it a perfect fit for the integration phase of your retreat, especially during the beach days in Ubatuba (Itamambuca).
Cultural Context
• Symbolism: In indigenous cosmology, the eyes are a gateway to the soul. Sananga is seen as a tool to “see” beyond the physical, aligning with the retreat’s goal of awakening your highest potential.
A Preparation Microdosing Time
A Preparation Microdosing Time
We begin with microdosing—using small, sub-perceptual doses of sacred plant medicines like Ayahuasca, Rapé, Kambo, Sananga— and few other more, because it allows your system to gradually adjust to their energies. This gentle introduction helps desensitize any initial resistance, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, while building your familiarity with the medicines’ subtle effects. Over the first few days in Campos do Jordão, you’ll notice increased clarity, emotional openness, and a heightened connection to nature.
To support this process, our talented chef, Tiago Tisk, will prepare your body with a full detox diet for the rest of your journey, featuring only plant-based, organic foods. This carefully crafted menu—rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole foods sourced locally—will cleanse your system, enhance your energy, and align your body with the spiritual work we’re doing. By nourishing you with pure, vibrant ingredients, we ensure your vessel is clean and ready for the medicines, from the mountain days to the ocean cleansing in Ubatuba and back to our final rituals.
Scientifically, microdosing has been shown to enhance neuroplasticity and emotional resilience, which supports the 50 hours of personal development workshops we’ve planned. It’s like warming up before a big run—your body and mind become more receptive, making the full ceremony in the mountains a more transformative and meaningful experience. Plus, it ensures safety; we can monitor how you respond and adjust our approach, especially as we transition to the ocean cleansing phase in Ubatuba and back to the final rituals.
This preparation builds a strong foundation, allowing you to connect the dots of your journey with greater awareness and purpose. By the time we reach the two-day ceremony, you’ll be ready to embrace your miracle with an open heart. Does that resonate with you, or would you like to explore any part of this process further?
Meet our Yaje Team
Chef Tiago Tisk
Chef Tiago Tisk
Percio Luiz
Percio Luiz
Camila Campos
Camila Campos
Elaine de Marco
Elaine de Marco
Marcelino
Marcelino
PROGRAMAÇÃO
PROGRAMAÇÃO
Week 1 – Mantiqueira Mountains (Campos do Jordão)
Week 1 – Mantiqueira Mountains (Campos do Jordão)
Day 1 – Arrival at Guarulhos Airport
Transfer to Campos do Jordão (approx. 3 hours)
Welcome ceremony and intention-setting circle
Special dinner by Chef Thiago Tisci and rest
Day 2 – Connecting with Nature and Energetic Preparation
Morning yoga in the open air
Energizing natural breakfast
Light hike to a waterfall
Introduction to the preparation of Ayahuasca (Lecture with all team)
Smudging ritual and sunset meditation
Dinner and bond
Day 3 – Ayahuasca Preparation (Part 1) and Sensory Therapy
Yoga and conscious breathing practices
Opening ceremony for the preparation process
Harvesting, cleaning, and preparing the sacred plants
Sharing circle on consciousness expansion
Day 4 – Ayahuasca Preparation (Part 2) and First Ceremony
Gentle yoga and guided meditation
Continuation of the Ayahuasca brewing process
Silent reflection time in nature
Light dinner by Chef Thiago Tisci
Ayahuasca ceremony at night
Day 5 – Integration and Connection with the Forest
Restorative yoga
Experience sharing and group discussion
Meditative walk and waterfall immersion
Drum circle and sacred chanting
Day 6 – Ayahuasca Preparation (Part 3) and Second Ceremony
Energizing yoga and breathing techniques
Finalization of the Ayahuasca brewing process
Activities to deepen forest connection (chanting, instruments, body painting)
Second Ayahuasca ceremony at night
Day 7 – Closing the Mountain Experience
Integrative yoga and energetic alignment
Special breakfast
Rest and transfer to the coast
Week 2 – Ubatuba beach (Tamambuca)
Week 2 – Ubatuba beach (Tamambuca)
Day 8 – Arrival at the Beach and Purification Ritual
Transfer to Ubatuba (approx. 4 hours)
Purification ritual with ocean bath and sacred fire
Vegetarian coastal lunch by Chef Thiago Tisci
Therapeutic massage for adaptation to the new environment
Day 9 – Ocean Connection and Deep Relaxation
Sunrise beach yoga
Tropical breakfast
Natural hydrotherapy in the sea (guided floating for deep relaxation)
Drum circle and sacred chanting around the bonfire
Day 10 – Spiritual Walk and Rock Meditation
Beach yoga and oceanic breathwork
Guided hike to a secluded beach
Contemplative meditation on coastal rock formations
Optional Ayurvedic massage for relaxation
Special dinner by Chef Thiago Tisci
Day 11 – Cacao Ceremony and Trance Dance
Ocean hydrotherapy with healing clay bath
Free morning for rest and integration
Sunset cacao ceremony
Meditative dance and ancestral connection
Day 12 – Ayahuasca by the Sea (Optional)
Silent sunrise walk
Ocean purification ritual
Small Ayahuasca ceremony under the stars (if the group desires)
Relaxing massage for integration and balance
Day 13 – Integration and Closing the Journey
Closing yoga session and guided meditation
Ritual offering to the sea
Hydrotherapy session for tension release
Sharing circle and gratitude ceremony
Celebration dinner featuring exclusive dishes by Chef Thiago Tisci
Day 14 – Final Reflection and Gratitude
Restorative yoga and self-massage techniques
Group ocean bath and farewell to the sea
Free time for contemplation and relaxation
Light dinner and rest
Day 15 – Return to São Paulo
Light breakfast
Transfer to the airport
Closing with intentions for a new phase in life
What’s Included?
What’s Included?
Accommodations
Accommodations
Medicines and Practices
Medicines and Practices
Food and Transportation
Food and Transportation
Investment
Investment
One million dollars
One million dollars
How to Get There?
How to Get There?
GRU
GRU
Contact Us
Contact Us
+55 12 98142-8460
Frequently Questions
Frequently Questions
What is included in the cost of the Retreat?
Accommodations:
• Lodging in shared, in nature-immersive settings such as Mantiquera Mountains and Beach area as Itamambuca.
• Beds, bedding, and access to bathrooms (typically shared, with hot showers).
Meals:
• Vegetarian meals made with organic, local ingredients, aligned with pre-retreat dietary restrictions (please let us know in advance for any food allergies or restrictions).
• Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the all retreat days, with light snacks (fruits, herbal teas) between ceremonies and drinks.
Plant Medicine Ceremonies:
• Guided sessions with medicines like ayahuasca, rape, kambo and etc.
• Includes preparation, administration, and support during ceremonies, with music (ícaros, traditional chants), rituals, and emotional/spiritual care.
• All the medicines used will be covered including Cacao Ceremony as well.
4. Integration and Support Activities:
• Sharing circles: Group sessions to discuss experiences, dreams, or visions.
• Complementary practices: Meditation, pranayama (breathing work), yoga, herbal baths, or nature walks to support mind-body connection. Lectures on spirituality, indigenous traditions and self-awareness.
• Relaxing Massage: One session to each participant offered during the whole stay (book as your convinience).
5. Logistical and Safety Support:
• Support staff (facilitators, translators, caregivers) to ensure physical and emotional safety during ceremonies, especially during purging or vulnerable moments.
• Basic infrastructure, such as rest areas, ceremonial spaces (maloca or tent), and sometimes first aid or basic medical assistance.
• Internal transportation (e.g., shuttle from a meeting point, like a nearby city, to the retreat location, if specified).
6. Materials and Resources:
• Use of ceremonial instruments (e.g., drums, rattles, or incense) and items like mats, blankets, or buckets for purging.
• In our case, educational materials, post-retreat integration guides (Book Beyond the Journey)
What is NOT included?
Travel to the retreat: Airfare, Visas or any international convenience.
• Extra services: Additional Massage Therapy Sessions (beyond the 1 included message ofered)
• Personal items: Clothing, toiletries, or specific supplements (e.g., probiotics recommended in the post-retreat diet).
• Additional fees: In case of upgrades (e.g., private rooms) or request of specific room.
• Travel or medical insurance: Typically the participant’s responsibility.
• Individual Integration Session: Individual sessions are completely different from group integration.They are taylored based on your full experience.
Do I need prior experience with Temazcal or Ayahuasca?
No, the retreat is open to everyone. However, you must undergo a health and psychological screening to ensure you are fit to participate, both mentally and physically. The retreat welcomes participants of all experience levels, with no prior requirements. To ensure your safety and the group’s well-being, a thorough medical and psychological screening is required to confirm your physical and mental readiness. This process supports a seamless and secure experience for everyone.
- How do I sign up?
To register, simply fill out the form and wait for our team to contact you.
Are there any restrictions on the use of ayahuasca?
Yes! Ayahuasca, a potent brew of Banisteriopsis caapi (MAOIs) and Psychotria viridis (DMT), has significant restrictions to ensure safety and therapeutic efficacy:
• Medical: Contraindicated for cardiovascular issues, epilepsy, liver/kidney disorders, diabetes, or pregnancy. Avoid medications like SSRIs, antipsychotics, stimulants, or certain supplements due to MAOI interactions, requiring 2-6 weeks tapering under medical supervision.
• Psychological: Unsuitable for schizophrenia, severe bipolar disorder, active psychosis, or acute suicidal ideation, as these may worsen with ayahuasca’s intensity. Mild anxiety or depression is manageable with preparation, but disclose all conditions during screening.
• Retreat-Specific: Adhere to age limits (typically 18+), group guidelines (confidentiality), and ceremonial protocols (white clothing). Complete the mandatory medical/psychological screening (anamnese) to confirm suitability. Be transparent in the screening, alcohol is a triple NO. Avoid any kind of intimacy is a serious request. Consult your doctor about medications, or engage a psychedelic-informed therapist pre- and post-retreat to maximize benefits and manage risks. Contact us for specific restrictions or share your concerns for tailored advice.
I don’t want to participate in ayahuasca ceremonies. Can I still attend the retreat?
Unfortunately, this retreat centers on ayahuasca ceremonies, and we encourage participants to join with the intention of engaging in this experience.
. Do I need to follow a specific diet before the retreat?
While not mandatory, the retreat strongly recommends following a pre-ritual diet and lifestyle guidelines outlined in their anamnesis to prepare for the ayahuasca ceremonies and enhance your spiritual experience. Starting at least three days prior, you should avoid RED MEAT, ALCOHOL, ANY KIND OF DRUGS, and highly spiced or processed foods to cleanse your body and reduce potential interactions with ayahuasca’s MAOIs (tyramine-related risks). A vegetarian diet, like the one we've planned, aligns perfectly with these recommendations, promoting physical lightness and mental clarity. Additionally, reduce stimuli like television, internet, and social media to foster introspection. Upon arrival, further preparation (orientation, sharing circles workshop) will support your readiness.
What are the requirements for participating in the ayahuasca ceremony?
Participants must commit to following the guidance of the Master of Ceremonies and facilitators. They should be in good physical and mental health, free from psychoactive substances or medications that may interfere with the ayahuasca experience. Sincerity and dedication to the process are vital for a deep, transformative journey. All participants must complete the anamnesis questionnaire and participate in a brief interview to confirm their eligibility for the retreat.
What is the intensity of the rituals, ceremonies, and activities? Will they push me beyond my comfort zone?
Self-knowledge encompasses two paths: well-being and transformation. All workshops, courses, experiences, and retreats led by Pierre Stocker focus on human transformation and empowerment. This requires participants to step beyond their comfort zone, embrace polarity, release old patterns, create space, and emerge renewed with fresh energy and perspective. Just as silence allows us to hear sound, chaos clarifies our perception of the cosmos. This profound journey unfolds under the compassionate guidance of the master of ceremonies and a team of experienced therapists, skilled in the medicines offered at this retreat.
What do I need/can I bring?
What do I need/can I bring?
We kindly ask that you bring the following items:
- Comfortable, lightweight clothing (preferably white) for the rituals
- Swimwear
- Personal hygiene items (shampoo and toiletries)
- A notebook and pen for notes and reflections
- A personal item that holds significance for your journey (such as a crystal, amulet, or symbolic object)
- Offerings for the spirits of the forest, such as tobacco, flowers, or fruits
- An extra blanket or throw for comfort during moments of rest
- Any personal medication you may need, along with proper medical guidance
Additionally, it is essential to bring an open heart and a willingness to engage in deep inner work.
O retiro é aberto a todos?
O retiro é aberto a todos?
Sim, a todos que desejam se conhecer melhor e que leram, compreenderam e se conectaram com todas as informações apresentadas nesta página, incluindo as recomendações para o uso da Ayahuasca.
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