Ayahuasca Retreat in Ecuador
10-day immersion led by indigenous kichwa elder Don Carlos DATES & PRICES10-day Ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador Highlights
Harvest and prepare the ayahuasca vine with us in a traditional, respectful way, building a direct connection with the medicine.
Prepare for each ceremony with a traditional flower bath to cleanse and align your energy.
Participate in four ayahuasca ceremonies led by an indigenous elder, including individual cleansing sessions during each ceremony.
Join four integration sessions with translation, where you can ask questions and receive guidance and insights from the elder.
Take part in guided jungle walks, including a night walk, led by an indigenous Kichwa guide explaining medicinal plants and their uses.
Immerse yourself in Kichwa culture through storytelling, music, dance, body painting, and traditional handicraft workshops.
Visit a majestic waterfall for cleansing, renewal, and connection with the natural forces of the Amazon.
Explore a medicinal plant garden with an expert who explains traditional healing and shamanic uses of Amazonian plants.
Enjoy time to rest and bathe in the sacred Piatúa River, known by local indigenous communities as a place of healing power.
Optional treatments include plant purgatives, sananga, tobacco work, and individual healing sessions with the shaman.
Travel to the retreat center in a private vehicle, with optional pickup from your hotel and a scenic journey through the Amazon.
Receive a detailed PDF guidebook to prepare you for the retreat, ceremonies, and the full process ahead.
You may also check the complete detailed 10-day Ayahuasca Retreat itinerary file.
Individual healing session during the ceremonial night
The Work with Ayahuasca
At Feather Crown, ayahuasca ceremonies are conducted in a grounded, safe, and respectful way, guided by an experienced indigenous elder and supported by a trained team of facilitators.
The ceremony takes place in a spacious circular temple, designed specifically for this work. Before the ceremony, participants receive detailed preparation materials, and on the day itself, a group briefing is held to answer questions and ensure everyone feels ready.
In the evening, the ceremony begins with the serving of ayahuasca. Participation is always voluntary—healing can also unfold without drinking. Afterward, the space becomes quiet, and participants rest on comfortable mattresses, allowing the process to develop naturally.
As the effects deepen, the shaman works with traditional instruments and sacred songs (icaros), guiding the process and supporting each participant individually. Throughout the night, he performs energetic cleansings according to the tradition.
Each participant is also invited for a personal cleansing (limpia), where the shaman works directly with them using plants and traditional techniques to restore balance and clear heavy energies.
If you would like to understand the full process and preparation, you can read more about Ayahuasca ceremonies in Ecuador or our guide on how to prepare for an Ayahuasca ceremony.
Integration
The following morning, a guided integration session is held with translation, where participants can share their experience, ask questions, and begin to understand the process more clearly.
Private conversations with the shaman or facilitators are also available for those who need more personal support or clarification.
Integration is an essential part of the process. It helps bring the experience into everyday life in a grounded and meaningful way.
The Process
Each ceremony builds on the previous one. The first ceremony often focuses on cleansing—physical, emotional, and energetic—and may involve purging.
In the following ceremonies, participants usually enter the process with greater trust and openness. This allows for deeper work, clearer insight, and a more conscious connection with the experience.
This gradual process is an important part of traditional ayahuasca work, where each ceremony has its place and purpose.
Safety
Safety is a core priority in our ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador. A sober, experienced support team is present throughout each ceremony, assisting participants whenever needed.
Support is always available for moving around, using the bathroom, or navigating intense moments. The space is carefully prepared, both physically and energetically, and the team is trained to respond calmly and effectively in all situations.
For a deeper understanding of our approach, you can visit our Ayahuasca safety and screening process page.
Ayahuasca Brew
Our ayahuasca is prepared traditionally over fire, using only two plants: the ayahuasca vine Banisteriopsis caapi and the accompanying leaf Diplopterys cabrerana or Psychotria viridis (chakruna).
This traditional combination allows for deep, clear, and meaningful experiences. We work with selected varieties of the vine that come from established healing lineages.
No additional or inappropriate admixtures are used. The medicine is prepared with care, respect, and attention to quality.
Who This Retreat Is For
This ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador is intended for those who feel a genuine calling and approach the experience with respect and responsibility. It is not a tourist attraction or a casual activity.
The process can be intense at times, but it is guided with care, structure, and clear intention. Participants should be willing to engage honestly with themselves and the process.
For those who are ready, ayahuasca work can support deep personal insight, emotional release, and a gradual return to balance.
If you are unsure whether this retreat is right for you, you can request a call and we will help you make a clear and informed decision.
Ceremony Leadership on Ayahuassca Retreat in Ecuador
Don Carlos Landázuri (Kichwa Tradition)
Don Carlos Landázuri is a 78-year-old Kichwa yachak (“one who knows”) and traditional healer from the Napo region of the Ecuadorian Amazon. He began receiving teachings from his elders at a young age and has practiced his ancestral tradition for decades.
His work is rooted in a deep relationship with the natural world and the spiritual dimensions of plants, rivers, mountains, and the forest. Over the years, he has supported people from different regions of Ecuador through his healing practice.
During ceremonies, Don Carlos works with traditional tools such as sacred songs, plant-based cleansing techniques, and energetic diagnosis. Each participant receives individual attention, including personal cleansing (limpia), adapted to their specific process.
He is known for his strong presence, clarity, and ability to hold a focused and protected ceremonial space throughout the night.
Don Carlos leads the ayahuasca ceremonies at Feather Crown.
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Feather Crown Ayahuasca Retreat Center in Ecuador
Feather Crown’s healing center is located in the Amazonian jungle of Pastaza, Ecuador—about 4 hours from Quito and 1 hour from Tena and Puyo. It offers a serene, comfortable space for ayahuasca ceremonies, healing, and deep personal reflection.
Set on 23 hectares of private reserve, bordering protected rainforest and the Llanganates National Park, the center sits by the crystal-clear Piatúa River—considered by many a unique place of natural power and one of the most pristine rivers in the world.
At its heart is a spacious ceremonial temple designed for safe and focused ayahuasca work.
Guests stay in simple, clean bamboo cabins with private or shared rooms, orthopedic beds, mosquito nets, and direct views into the jungle. Facilities include hot showers, a regular cleaning service, solar-powered electricity, and high-speed Wi-Fi—providing comfort while remaining immersed in nature.
For more details about the location and facilities, visit our retreat venue page.
Requirements and Safety for Ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador
Your safety is our highest priority. Before joining this ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador, all participants must complete a health screening and provide full disclosure of any medical conditions, medications, and supplements.
Ayahuasca can interact with certain substances and conditions. For this reason, we follow a strict no medications or supplements policy, and some conditions may prevent participation in ceremonies.
This retreat may not be suitable for individuals with:
- Heart conditions or high blood pressure
- Psychiatric conditions (such as schizophrenia or severe mental illness)
- Use of antidepressants, antipsychotics, or MAO inhibitors
- Epilepsy or serious medical conditions
We strongly recommend reading the full safety guidelines before applying: View Requirements & Health Safety
Pricing
Consult the DATES AND PRICES table for price of this retreat per person.
What is included in the 10-day Ayahuasca Retreat price
- Accommodation in a private room (for 1 person, couple or family) for 9 nights (10 days)
- All meals and drinks at the center (delicious carnivore, vegetarian or vegan cuisine)
- All activities as described in this presentation, including:
- 4 Ayahuasca ceremonies
- 4 individual cleansing sessions with the shaman (one in each Ayahuasca ritual)
- 4 integration sessions
- 4 aromatic plant baths
- 4 guided jungle excursions
- Trip to a majestic waterfall (includes car transport, entrance and guidance)
- Sananga ceremony
- Cultural activities with the Kichwa tribe
What is not included
- Airfare to/from Quito, Ecuador
- Gifts or products that you purchase
- Lunch on your way to/from Quito
Can be arranged for extra fee:
- Transport to the center from Quito/airport on the first day of the event, or back to Quito/airport ($50 per person).
- Extra nights at the center ($25 USD per person/night)
- Meals on additional days of your stay ($10 USD per meal)
- Additional individual treatment sessions for specific conditions (upon consultation)
Can be arranged for an extra fee
- Transport to the center from Quito/airport on the first day of the event, or back to Quito/airport on the last day ($50 USD one-way).
- Extra nights at the center ($25 USD per person/night)
- Meals on additional days of your stay ($10 USD per meal)
- Extra activities from the "Extras" list
What should I bring to the retreat?
Bring light comfortable clothes, sandals, toiletries, a flashlight,
insect repellent, and any personal essentials. We will send a fuller
preparation guide before arrival.
Is ayahuasca safe for everyone?
No. Some medications and health conditions are not compatible.
Screening and honest communication are important before attending.
AYAHUASCA RETREAT ECUADOR SCHEDULE
10-day retreats
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April 27 - May 6, 2026
Led by Don Carlos (Kichwa)
10 days, $1790 USD
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April 27 - May 1, 2026
Led by Don Carlos (Kichwa)
5 days, $890 USD
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May 1 - 5, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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August 10 - 19, 2026
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10 days, $1790 USD
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August 10 - 14, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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August 14 - 18, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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September 7 - 16, 2026
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10 days, $1790 USD
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September 7 - 11, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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September 11 - 15, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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October 5 - 14, 2026
Led by Maestro Sina (Shipibo)
10 days, $1790 USD
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October 5 - 9, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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October 9 - 13, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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October 19 - 28, 2026
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10 days, $1790 USD
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October 19 - 23, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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October 23 - 27, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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November 23 - December 2, 2026
Led by Don Carlos (Kichwa)
10 days, $1790 USD
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November 23 - 27, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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November 27 - December 1, 2026
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5 days, $890 USD
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January 11 - 20, 2027
Led by Maestro Sina (Shipibo)
10 days, $1790 USD
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January 11 - 15, 2027
Led by Maestro Sina (Shipibo)
5 days, $890 USD
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January 15 - 19, 2027
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January 28 - February 6, 2027
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10 days, $1790 USD
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January 28 - February 1, 2027
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5 days, $890 USD
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February 1 - 5, 2027
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5 days, $890 USD
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February 13 - 22, 2027
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10 days, $1790 USD
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February 13 - 17, 2027
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5 days, $890 USD
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February 17 - 21, 2027
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5 days, $890 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ayahuasca ceremonies are included in the 10-day retreat?
The 10-day ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador includes four traditional ceremonies guided by an experienced indigenous healer. Each ceremony is supported by preparation, integration, and individual cleansing work. You can learn more about the structure on our Ayahuasca ceremonies in Ecuador page.
Is it safe to participate in an ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador?
Safety is a core priority at Feather Crown. All participants go through a screening process, and ceremonies are guided by an experienced shaman with a sober support team present at all times. You can read more about our approach on the Ayahuasca safety and screening process page.
Do I have to drink ayahuasca during the ceremony?
No, participation is always voluntary. Some participants choose not to drink or to drink a smaller amount. The process can still be meaningful, and each person is respected in their individual approach.
What kind of preparation is required before the retreat?
Participants receive detailed preparation guidelines before arrival, including dietary recommendations and lifestyle adjustments. Proper preparation is an important part of the process. You can read more in our guide on how to prepare for an Ayahuasca ceremony.
Is this retreat suitable for beginners?
Yes, the retreat is suitable for both first-time participants and those with previous experience. What matters most is a respectful and responsible approach. The process is carefully guided to support participants at all levels.
Where is the retreat located?
The retreat takes place in the Ecuadorian Amazon, in the province of Pastaza, approximately 4 hours from Quito. The center is located in a quiet, natural environment away from urban areas. You can learn more about the location on our retreat center page.
Is it safe to travel to Ecuador for an ayahuasca retreat?
Many participants ask this question. From our direct experience, travel to our location in the Amazon region is safe and smooth when basic precautions are followed. For current updates, see our current situation in Ecuador page.
What is included in the 10-day ayahuasca retreat?
The retreat includes private accommodation, all meals aligned with the ayahuasca diet, four ceremonies, integration sessions, and guided activities in nature. Additional treatments may be available depending on your needs.
Will there be translation during the retreat?
Yes, ceremonies and integration sessions are translated into English, ensuring clear communication between participants and the indigenous healer.
How many people participate in one retreat?
Group size is intentionally limited to maintain a safe and focused environment. Smaller groups allow for individual attention and a more personal experience.
What happens after the retreat? Is there integration support?
Integration begins during the retreat and continues afterward if needed. Participants can reach out for guidance to help process and apply their experience in daily life.
What is the difference between the 5-day and 10-day ayahuasca retreat?
The main difference is the depth and pace of the experience. The 5-day retreat includes two ceremonies, while the 10-day retreat includes at least four ceremonies.
The 10-day format allows the process to unfold more gradually. The first ceremonies often focus on cleansing and opening the process, while the later ceremonies allow for deeper insight and more stable integration.
With more time between ceremonies, there is less pressure and more space to rest, reflect, and integrate each experience. For participants traveling long distances, this often creates a more complete and balanced journey.
If you are unsure which option is right for you, you can request a call and we will help you decide based on your situation.
How do I know if this retreat is right for me?
If you feel a genuine interest but are unsure, the best step is to request a call. We will help you assess whether this retreat is a good fit for you.
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