Ayahuasca Retreat Peru FAQs

Ayaymama Mystic is based in Iquitos, Peru, with retreat activities in the Amazon jungle near the city. Exact meeting details, transportation, and arrival coordination are confirmed before your retreat.

Our main ayahuasca retreat options are:

• 4 Days / 3 Nights with 3 ayahuasca ceremonies.
• 7 Days / 6 Nights with 3 ceremonies, Kambo, and flowering bath included.
• 10 Days / 9 Nights with 5 ceremonies, Kambo, and flowering bath included.

Yes, many guests are first-time participants. We recommend asking questions before booking, reading the preparation guide, and sharing any health or medication information honestly.

First-time guests should begin with clear expectations, respect for the medicine, and willingness to follow guidance.

Preparation usually includes a simple diet, rest, hydration, emotional readiness, avoiding alcohol and recreational drugs, and sharing relevant health information before the retreat.

Read the full Ayahuasca Preparation Guide before booking.

Guests are usually asked to avoid alcohol, recreational drugs, heavy processed foods, very spicy foods, excessive salt, and sexual activity before ceremony. Specific recommendations may vary depending on your case.

You can read more on our Ayahuasca Dieta page.

You must tell us before booking if you are taking medication or recently stopped medication. Some medications may be incompatible with ayahuasca and can create serious risks.

Do not stop prescribed medication without professional medical guidance. Contact us first and review our Safety Guidelines.

Ayahuasca can be physically and emotionally intense. Safety depends on preparation, health screening, honest communication, proper guidance, and responsible ceremony conditions.

Ayahuasca is not appropriate for everyone. Guests with medication use, heart conditions, serious mental health history, or other health concerns must contact us before booking.

Ayaymama Mystic focuses on small groups. The number of guests can vary depending on dates, retreat length, and reservations, but our style is personal and not a large commercial retreat.

The ceremony is held at night in a prepared space. Guests drink the medicine under traditional guidance, with support from the retreat team. The process may include silence, songs, rest, emotional release, visions, physical sensations, or quiet reflection.

Read more on our During the Retreat page.

Ceremony timing can vary. In general, the ceremony is held at night and may last several hours. Guests are supported during the process and encouraged to rest afterward.

Yes. Retreat packages include private jungle accommodation. The environment is simple, natural, and surrounded by the Amazon jungle.

Yes, meals during the retreat are included and prepared according to the retreat rhythm and ceremony schedule. Please tell us before arrival if you have allergies, vegetarian preferences, or special dietary needs.

Transportation details are confirmed before arrival. Because the retreat is outside the city, we coordinate meeting time, route, and logistics with each guest before the retreat begins.

First, contact us to confirm dates, availability, retreat length, number of guests, and health screening. A reservation deposit may be required to secure your place.

Please read the Terms & Conditions before confirming your booking.

In many cases, guests can confirm their reservation with a deposit, and the remaining balance is paid according to the agreement made before arrival. Please ask us directly before sending payment.

Travel insurance is recommended because flight delays, health situations, weather, or personal changes can affect travel plans. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and personal insurance.

Bring light clothing, comfortable shoes, personal hygiene items, flashlight, insect protection, water bottle, and any personal items you need for the jungle environment.

Avoid bringing alcohol, recreational drugs, or unnecessary valuables.

We recommend reducing phone use during the retreat, especially before and after ceremony. Quiet time, rest, and reflection are important parts of the process.

After the retreat, guests are encouraged to rest, eat simply, avoid overstimulation, and give time for reflection and integration.

Read more on our After Ayahuasca Retreat page.