Retreat Grounds

Our Facilities

You’ll stay in a cozy, traditional-style house with a full bed, mosquito net, and hammock—simple but comfortable. Showers are done Shipibo-style: with clean water drawn from a deep underground well, poured from buckets. Or you can bathe like the locals do, in the river. We use compost toilets to keep our retreat eco-friendly.

Meals are prepared in the family kitchen and served at the communal table, where you’ll eat alongside our hosts and feel part of the daily rhythm.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there electricity?

Electricity is limited. Public lighting usually comes on about three nights a week for a few hours. You’ll be able to charge your phone through a solar USB plug, and we recommend bringing your own portable solar charger as well.

Is there phone signal?

Signal is very limited. There are a few spots where calls can sometimes go through, and in emergencies, a satellite phone is available. We recommend taking care of your affairs before arriving.

Is the water safe to drink?

You’ll be provided with large jugs of purified drinking water. Locals drink from the underground well, but we recommend sticking to the provided water. Bringing your own bottle and water purification tablets is also a good idea.

What kind of food will I eat?

That depends on your retreat. If you’re working with plant medicine, your meals will follow dieta guidelines. Otherwise, meals are based on simple, local staples like rice, fish, and plantains. Vegetarian or vegan? Let us know, and we’ll accommodate your needs.

What’s the weather like?

December to March: Rainy and cooler (around 24°C), with higher river levels and more mosquitoes.

April to November: Drier and warmer (around 29°C), with better access to walking trails and fewer insects.

What can I do during free time?

There’s plenty to explore. Go for a walk in the forest, visit the lake, take a boat ride at sunset (and maybe see river dolphins), fish, swim, or learn about traditional plant medicine. You can also join craft-making sessions or simply relax in a hammock and listen to the jungle.