Ayahuasca Retreat in Ecuador

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.

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.

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.

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