ANANDA LODGE PRESENTS
A 9-Day Immersive Retreat in Peru’s Sacred Valley
This exclusive 9-day immersion offers the rare opportunity to experience Huachuma in its native environment, held in a small, intimate container designed for deep personal attention and transformation.
Your exclusive experience includes:
Private or Shared Accommodations
Shared Bathrooms
Three Sacred Huachuma Ceremonies
Traditional Andean Despacho Ceremony
Round-Trip Transportation from Cusco
Excursion to Unno Spa Sacred Valley (services included)
Natural Spring Cold Plunge
Daily Movement Practices
Gourmet Artisanal Meals
Three Individual Preparation Sessions
Three Months Post Retreat Integration
Option for Offsite Excursions
Deep in the Sacred Valley of Peru, where the Apus (mountain spirits) watch over the land and ancient wisdom permeates every stone, we invite you to a journey of profound reconnection.
WHERE ANCIENT WISDOM MEETS MODERN HEALING
The Convergence of Traditions
In the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where mist-shrouded mountains cradle ancient wisdom, Ananda Lodge presents an unprecedented 9-day Huachuma journey that bridges millennia-old traditions with contemporary healing approaches.
This exclusive retreat limited to just eight participants brings together the profound medicine of Huachuma (San Pedro) in its ancestral homeland with trauma-informed somatic practices that facilitate deep integration at the level of the body, where true transformation occurs.
This profound inner work unfolds within the luxurious comfort of The Source Peru, an extraordinary retreat nestled at 10,000 feet above sea level, surrounded by a stunning waterfall, river canyon, and majestic peaks.
Undertake a transformative journey of remembrance, reconnection, and renewal where the Apus whisper and your heart awakens.
The Journey of the Heart
THE ANCIENT MEDICINE OF HUACHUMA
Experience the sacred cactus in its native Andean homeland where it has been revered for over 3,000 years.
Huachuma, known as San Pedro or Wachuma, is a visionary cactus that has been used by Andean cultures for millennia. Growing in the high altitudes of the Andes, this ancestral teacher plant facilitates heart-opening, enhanced perception, and profound connection with nature and self.
Unlike other medicine journeys, Huachuma creates a gentle but powerful experience characterized by clarity, groundedness, and heart-centered awareness. Often described as “removing the veil” between worlds, it helps participants access deep wisdom while remaining present and embodied.
Through three sacred ceremonies at The Source Peru, you’ll be guided into relationship with this ancient plant teacher in its homeland, where the energies of the sacred mountains amplify its healing potential.
TRADITIONAL ANDEAN CEREMONIAL PRACTICES
Your journey begins with a traditional Andean Despacho ceremony, a sacred offering ritual of the Q’ero Nation dating back to Incan times.
This beautiful practice embodies the Andean concept of ayni — sacred reciprocity between humans and the natural world.Connect with the spirits of the mountains through authentic Despacho ceremony led by local Q’ero elders.
In this ceremony, you’ll participate in creating a mandala-like offering bundle filled with symbolic elements representing gratitude to Pachamama (Mother Earth), the Apus (mountain spirits), and other natural forces.
This ancient practice establishes your relationship with the sacred land and beings of Peru, opening a channel of communication and blessing for your journey.
TRAUMA-INFORMED SOMATIC CARE
Integrate your medicine experiences through body-centered therapeutic approaches deepening your connection to Self.
Rather than just “having experiences,” our approach helps you process and integrate the medicine teachings at the level of the body, where true transformation occurs. Your journey includes:
- Three Pre-Retreat Somatic Preparation Sessions: Personalized guidance to prepare your nervous system for the medicine work
- Individualized Support During Ceremony: Work 1:1 with our skilled Huachumeros and somatic specialist designed to support your process of transformation
- Three Individual Onsite Navigation Sessions: Skilled facilitation to help process emotions, sensations, and insights that arise
- Three Months Post-Retreat Integration Support: Comprehensive support for embodying your insights in daily life
LUXURIOUS TRANSFORMATION AT THE SOURCE
Your physical container for this profound work is The Source Peru, an extraordinary “edge-of-luxury” retreat nestled at 10,000 feet above sea level in the Sacred Valley.
This exceptional property features:
- Breathtaking Natural Beauty: Surrounded by a 100-foot waterfall, tranquil river canyon, and majestic Andean peaks
- Lush Botanical Surroundings: Immerse yourself in fragrant eucalyptus groves, fruit trees, and medicinal plants
- Comfortable Private Accommodations: Single rooms with shared bathrooms
- Farm-to-Table Cuisine: Nourishing, organic meals prepared with locally-sourced ingredients
- Luxury Spa Excursion: Included is a luxurious half-day spa experience at the renowned Unno Spa in Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness
This unique journey brings together Ananda Lodge's expertise in transformational experiences with The Source Peru's deep knowledge of traditional Andean medicine practices. Together, they create a bridge between worlds—honoring ancestral wisdom while providing contemporary integration support.
LUXURIOUS TRANSFORMATION AT THE SOURCE
An Oasis of Serenity in the Sacred Valley
The Source Peru offers a rare combination of natural beauty, intentional sacred spaces, and comfortable accommodations that create an ideal container for medicine work.
Discover beautifully landscaped gardens adorned with intoxicating jasmine, wildflowers, and fruit-bearing trees.
The paths meander through terraced gardens, cascading water features, and tranquil lawns, perfect for meditation or quiet contemplation. Every corner of the property is crafted to balance luxury with the healing power of nature.
WHERE WATERFALLS MEET WISDOM
The Source is an edge-of-luxury private property surrounded by a stunning 100-foot waterfall, a tranquil river canyon, and majestic Andean peaks.
Set in a private, tranquil location, The Source integrates the natural beauty of its surroundings with meticulously designed spaces. The Sirenachayocc waterfall flows through a series of water features, creating an ambiance of peace and harmony.
At 10,000 feet above sea level, it offers breathtaking views, serene landscapes, and the chance to reconnect with nature in a setting steeped in Incan heritage.
Lovingly cultivated over more than a decade, the bountiful terraced gardens at Source Peru offer endless nooks and secret spots to be immersed in nature.
The grounds are engulfed by greenery – wildflowers, jasmine, cacti, lavender, rosebushes, shrubs, angel trumpets, eucalyptus trees and fruit trees.
Immerse yourself in the lush greenery of eucalyptus groves, fruit trees, and medicinal plants while indulging in world-class amenities.
Each night, fall asleep beneath a canopy of stars and wake to the gentle sound of cascading water, signaling nature’s call to rejuvenate both body and mind
THE LODGE
The upper level of the main lodge boasts an extensive library with over 1000 books. Topics include philosophy, spirituality, yoga, shamanism, plant medicines, poetry, fiction, health & wellness, and more.
Several large, incredibly comfortable leather sofas divide the space and it’s almost impossible to resist curling up on one with a good read in front of the large stone fireplace.
Extending from the lodge, the spacious covered outdoor terrace overlooks the beautiful grounds, cascading water features, magical yoga space and the magnificent mountains that watch over the property.
Comfy sofas and chairs and soft, cozy alpaca blankets entice you to spend a moment outside sipping a hot drink and watching the hummingbirds and butterflies dance by.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Enjoy single rooms appointed with high-thread count linens, a thick down duvet, and alpaca wool blankets.
Each room has a balcony or terrace with a small table and comfortable chairs perfect for relaxing and drinking in the fresh mountain air and stunning Sacred Valley views.
Guest rooms are split between two floors, with each level boasting a huge shared bathroom containing rich mosaic tile flooring, three privacy glass and tile shower stalls with large rain-style shower heads, and on-demand hot water.
What's Included
- Private single accommodations at The Source Peru for9 Days/ 8 nights
- Three sacred medicine ceremonies guided by experienced, trauma-informed facilitators
- Round trip shuttle to The Source from Cusco
- Traditional Andean Despacho ceremony with Q'ero elders
- Half-day luxury spa experience at Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness
- Three pre-retreat somatic preparation sessions (before arrival)
- Three individual onsite navigation sessions during the retreat
- Three post-retreat integration sessions (after returning home)
- Farm-to-table organic meals prepared with locally-sourced ingredients
- Natural Springs cold plunge
- Onsite laundry services
This Transformation Journey is for:
- Seekers of authentic experiences drawn to experience Huachuma (San Pedro) in its ancestral homeland
- Individuals who value intimacy, deep connections, and personalized care and support
- Those who recognize that healing happens at the level of the body, not just the mind
- Individuals valuing authentic connection with indigenous wisdom keepers and traditions
- Those at significant life transitions seeking clarity and direction
- Individuals looking to regulate their nervous system and release stored trauma
- Those feeling a call to deeper spiritual connection and understanding
- People who have worked with other medicines (ayahuasca, mushrooms) and feel called to Huachuma
- Newcomers to the medicine who seek safety and a sacred, reverent medicine experience
