sacred Valley, Peru May 9 - 17 2026
Optional 4 Day Ayahuasca Extension (May 9 - 21)
Join us in the Sacred Valley of Peru for a women’s retreat rooted in healing, magic, and the ancient energies of the land. From Machu Picchu to hidden waterfall hikes, flower baths to plant medicine ceremony, this journey is a blend of adventure, restoration, and soulful connection. We’ll gather in Cusco, have deep activations at ancient ruins and sacred sites, soak in the Machu Pichu hot springs, practice daily yoga and somatics, connect with Andean Elders, and connect deeply in sisterhood.
Sacred Valley, Peru
Sacred Valley, Peru
About Sacred Valley
The land of Cusco and the Sacred Valley pulses with ancient magic—woven into the mountains, rivers, and sacred sites. Long before the Incan Empire, this land was seen as a living, breathing being. In Cusco, colonial cathedrals rise atop ancient temples, vibrant markets overflow with handwoven textiles, and the air hums with a timeless reverence.
Beyond Cusco, the Sacred Valley unfolds in emerald peaks, terraced fields, and rivers that mirror the Milky Way above. Here, the Apus (mountain spirits) stand guard, and the energy of Pachamama, Mother Earth, is palpable in every step. Ceremonies, offerings, and ancestral traditions still shape daily life.
From the majestic ruins of Ollantaytambo to the mysticism of Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley calls to those seeking clarity, healing, and reconnection with the sacred pulse of life.
Join us for 8 days of pure Magic
Excursions
Machu Pichu | Pisac Ruins | Kinsa Cocha | Pisac Market | Ollyantaytambo | Secret Waterfall Hikes | Cusco | Hot Springs
ACTIVITIES
Morning & Evening Yoga | Horseback Riding | Human Design & Astrology Workshops | Spa Day
Ceremony
Huachuma | Cacao | Temezcal | Flower Bath and Earth Medicine Workshop | Optional Extension for Ayahuasca
Initiation
History & Cosmology Taught by Peruvian Elders | Psychic Channeling at Machu Pichu | Medicine Drum Workshop
You're Invited
You're Invited
Return to the Heart of the Earth
Held by the ancient Apus (mountain spirits) and nourished by the energy of Pachamama, this retreat is a sacred portal back to your most authentic self. A journey of healing, connection, and magic.
This retreat is for those who:
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You’ve always sensed there’s more to this life—something ancient, cyclical, and deeply rooted in the Earth. This retreat offers a space to connect with the energies of sacred sites and awaken your intuitive connection to the natural world and your feminine essence.
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Whether you’re navigating a life transition or seeking clarity and renewal, this journey supports you in shedding old layers and returning to your truest self. Through plant medicine ceremony (optional), embodiment practices, and connection to the land, you’ll be held in a powerful container of growth, integration, and sacred initiation.
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You’re longing for a space where you can be seen, celebrated, and supported by other women walking the path of healing and remembrance. This retreat brings together kindred spirits in a co-created space of authenticity, joy, and sacred connection—where we laugh, dance, heal, and rise together
Itinerary (subject to changes)
Where We WIll StaY
Munay Sonqo Mesa
Our Stay at Munay Sonqo Retreat Center
Retreat Center
Private Yoga Shala | Private Dining Area with Balconies | Fireplace Areas | Bonfire Pits | Stunning Natural Landscapes
Food
Organic, Local, Vegetarian Meals at Retreat Center | Peruvian Signature Dishes at Restaraunt & Cafe Outtings
Ameneties
Spa Day in the Mountains: Sauna | Hot Tub | Cold Plunge | Steam Room | Optional Massage & Healing Treatments
Optional
Horseback Riding through the Valley | Make Your Own Medicine Drum Workshop | Coca Leaf Readings
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Property Overlooking the Valley
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Yoga Shala
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Yoga Shala
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Qualilla Spa
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Qualilla Spa
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Qente Deluxe Apartment
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Qente Deluxe Apartment
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Qente Deluxe Apartment
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Kan Kan House
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Kan Kan (Private Room)
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In the Mountains
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Sawasiray Common Areaa
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Sawasiray Double Room
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Pitusiray (Triple Room)
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Mountain Views
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Dining Area
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Dining Area Balcony
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Qualilla Spa
Retreat Pricing & Room Options
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Triple Room
$2999 - Early Bird
$3333 - Regular
12 available
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Double Room
$3250 - Early Bird
$3580 - Regular Price
8 beds available
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Single Room
$3550 - Early Bird
$3880 - Regular Price
2 beds available
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Deluxe Single 2 Story Apartment
$3950 - Early Bird
$4280 - Regular Price
1 bed available
Meet the Team
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Lauren Kelly
RETREAT HOST
Lauren is so excited to bring a group of magical women back to a place she fell in love with on her adventures around the world. She has designed and organized this retreat with so much intention and care. She will be leading the Human Design/Astrology Classes, the Huachuma Medicine Ceremony, Shaking Medicine for Somatic Release, The Herbal Flower Blend Workshop, and some Restorative Yoga classes!
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Maestra Estela
AYAHUASCA SHAMAN
Maestra Estela, founder of Ayamadre Center, is a Mereya - the highest initiation level for a Shipibo Shaman. She completed the 7+ month Dieta de la Luz, where she meditated, fasted, and dieted sacred plants to attain siddhic states of consciousness. She is a loving healer, mother, and grandmother. We are so honored that she has agreed to fly in from the Peruvian Amazon to hold 2 private ceremonies for us!
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Audrey Rai
PSYCHIC MEDIUM & LAND TRANSMISSIONS
Audrey is a gifted psychic medium, healer, and mentor who will be channeling messages from Spirit at three of the sacred sites we’ll visit in the Andes. Her deep connection to the unseen allows her to bring through powerful transmissions from the land and ancient guides. Her presence is both grounded and otherworldly. Her transmissions are known to activate remembrance, insight, and a profound sense of spiritual alignment.
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YOGA TEACHERS
We will have several amazing yoga teachers joining us, sharing a variety of styles ranging from activating morning vinyasa to restorative yin and yoga nidra in the evenings.
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PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER
We will have photography and videography throughout the excursions, activities, and special moments on these 8 days - uploaded to a shared drive afterwards!
Plant Medicines & Ceremonies
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Huachuma (San Pedro), often called “The Grandfather”, is a master teacher of interconnection, dissolving the illusion of separation and rooting us into the wisdom of the natural world. It clears emotional stagnation, softens the heart, and teaches strength through surrender. By opening our perception, Huachuma helps us feel the pulse of life in all things, deepening our bond with nature and reminding us of our place within it.
Lauren will guide us to make our own medicine from the locally harvested cactus in a workshop. Optional Huachuma Ceremony when we visit the Sacred Site, Kinsa Cocha.
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Cacao is a heart medicine that fosters connection, self-love, and emotional openness. It melts inner resistance, allowing grief, joy, and tenderness to flow freely. Through its uplifting and grounding energy, cacao deepens our connection to ourselves and others, guiding us into a state of love, gratitude, and presence.
We will have Cacao Ceremonies with locally grown cacao from a Peruvian family farm to open the retreat circle, with Peruvian Elders, on the Waterfall Hike, and with Ecstatic Dancing.
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The temazcal is a traditional ceremonial sweat lodge, offering a deep purification of body, mind, and spirit. This ancient ritual, guided by sacred steam and ritualistic prayer, invites profound release, healing, and renewal as we connect to the elements of fire, water, earth, and air.
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Ayahuasca is a medicine of deep purification, bringing unconscious wounds to the surface to be released. It works through visions, purging, and direct communion with Spirit, dissolving the weight of past pain and ancestral burdens. By stripping away illusions, Ayahuasca reveals our truth, reconnecting us with the sacredness of existence and the profound intelligence of life itself.
Optional 4 day extension with Lauren’s Shipibo Maestra from the Peruvian Amazon, Maestra Estela. Maestra Estela has accepted the invitation to fly into the Sacred Valley to hold us in 2 Private Ayahuasca Ceremonies after the 8 day retreat for those who wish to extend.
4 Day Ayahuasca Extension
GUided By Maestra Estela
For those called to go deeper, join us for a 4-day Ayahuasca extension led by Maestra Estela—a highly initiated Shipibo Mereya and founder of AyaMadre Healing Center. You'll experience two private ceremonies with spacious integration days between, guided by Maestra’s sacred icaros and powerful healing presence. This rare opportunity is offered at cost price ($888) to cover lodging, meals, ceremonies, and Maestra’s travel.
Retreat APplication
Interested in joining us? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly! We can't wait to hear from you!
FAQs
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Yes, there are certain health conditions and medications that can make it unsafe to consume Ayahuasca or Huachuma (San Pedro), and it’s very important to be transparent about your health history during the intake process.
For Ayahuasca, people with the following should not participate:
Heart conditions or very high blood pressure
Severe mental health disorders, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or psychosis
Epilepsy or seizure disorders
Recent surgeries or major health events
Use of antidepressants, especially SSRIs, MAOIs, or other medications that affect serotonin levels (due to risk of serotonin syndrome)
For Huachuma (San Pedro), caution is advised if you have:
Heart conditions or hypertension
Mental health disorders, particularly if you are prone to mania, paranoia, or dissociation
Diabetes or blood sugar regulation issues
Certain medications, including psychiatric medications or blood pressure meds
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Altitude sickness is something to be aware of when traveling to the Sacred Valley. The region sits at a high elevation, with Cusco around 3,400 meters (11,150 feet) and the Sacred Valley itself ranging from about 2,700 to 2,900 meters (8,800 to 9,500 feet). While many people adjust just fine, some may experience symptoms like headaches, nausea, fatigue, or shortness of breath during the first day or two.
We recommend arriving a day or two early to allow your body time to acclimate, staying well hydrated, avoiding alcohol upon arrival, and resting as needed. Coca tea and certain natural remedies are also commonly used locally to ease symptoms. If you have any medical conditions or concerns, it’s a good idea to consult your healthcare provider before the trip.
We’ll be taking things gently at the beginning of the retreat to support a smooth transition and give your body time to adjust to the altitude.
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You are more than welcome to join the retreat even if you choose not to partake in plant medicine. Participation is always optional, and we deeply honor each person’s path, pace, and intuition.
The retreat is designed to be a rich, nourishing experience on many levels — with or without medicine. The ceremonies take place in sacred natural settings and offer a deeply healing container through music, meditation, breathwork, prayer, and connection to the Earth. Simply being present in these ceremonies can bring profound insight, emotional release, and spiritual connection.
You’ll also receive so much through the other offerings — from yoga and astrology to energy healing, nature immersion, and heart-centered community. Every part of the retreat is curated to support your growth, healing, and inner alignment.
Trust that however you choose to engage, you'll be held with love and care.
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Yes - please get in touch with Lauren to let her know so she can prepare the chefs in advance!
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Yes - get in touch with Lauren and we can set up a brief call to discuss your fears, more about the medicine, and she will also share her experiences from her 5 weeks at Ayamadre and other Ceremonies in the past.