Cacao Retreat

Journey to the Origin of Ceremonial Cacao –

8-Day Cacao Retreat in the Amazon of Peru

Embark on a transformative cacao retreat that integrates ancestral wisdom with modern neuroscience. Reconnect, recharge, and restore your spirit amidst the natural beauty of the Amazonian jungle of Peru and feel the ancient healing power of cacao. Your journey to better health and wellness begins here…

Dates: 27th Oct – 3rd Nov

Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days

Location: Amazonas, Peru

A spiritual voyage to the heart of cacao’s origins – including ceremony in the oldest cacao temple in the world, Huaca Montegrande
Visit the cacao farm that preserves the oldest cacao species on the planet, where all cacao originated from
Connect with ancestral cacao farmers and explore the incredible biodiversity of cacao, with each of their different properties and medicinal uses
Hear the stories shared by ancestral wisdom keepers of how cacao came to be and its spiritual uses by the ancient tribes
Learn the cosmovision of cacao and how it can be applied in the modern world with reverence
Understand the neuroscience of cacao and its application in transformative change as a pseudo-psychedelic
Deepen your personal connection with cacao through dance, play, exploration, and immersive traditional and integrative workshops
Stay in a secluded Amazonian retreat surrounded by native jungle with breathtaking views of the Amazon region

Overview

This 8-day transformative cacao retreat offers a truly immersive and spiritual journey, inviting participants to connect deeply with the sacred energy of cacao in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Set in the lush mountains of Cocachimba, Peru, the retreat surrounds you with pristine nature—lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and a deep sense of indigenous wisdom.

Throughout the retreat, you'll have the opportunity to:

Connect with the Sacred Cacao: Discover the spiritual and healing properties of cacao through ancient practices and ceremonies.
Hold ceremony in the Cacao Temple of Montegrande: Explore the world's oldest cacao temple in Jaén, where cacao’s sacred journey began and has been revered for centuries.
Become a cacao farmer for a day: Engage directly with the land as you harvest cacao pods from ancient cacao trees, learning about the process of cacao production.
Create Your Own Cacao Paste: Participate in hands-on workshops to process the cacao into paste, unlocking its powerful, transformative energy.
Learn Cacao’s Healing Uses: Discover how cacao can be used for spiritual practices, personal healing, and deepening self-awareness.
Understand the biochemistry: Learn about the molecules and receptors in the brain activated by cacao, how to enhance each experience, and how it can create transformative neuroplastic change.
Experience Indigenous Wisdom: Gain insights from the local indigenous people who hold the keys to ancient cacao knowledge, traditions, and healing techniques.

What’s Included

- Transportation to and from Chachapoyas airport
- Lodging and accommodations: 1 night in Jaen and 6 nights in a comfortable eco-retreat center in Amazonas.
- All plant-based nourishing meals, catering to any dietary needs. Including cacao inspired dishes and beverages
Healing ceremonies, workshops and cacao rituals
- Guided visit to the Montegrande Temple and a cacao farm in Jaén.
- Hike to the Gocta Waterfall

Not Included:

- Flight to and from Peru
- Meals outside the retreat schedule

Sneak Peak Of The Journey

Arrival: Arrive at Chachapoyas Airport in Amazonas, Peru.
Transfer: Travel to Jaén for a visit to the ancient cacao temple, Montegrande — home to the world’s oldest cacao species.
Guided Tour: Experience a guided tour led by an expert on Huaca Montegrande, exploring its mysticism and profound cultural significance.
Cacao Fire Ceremony: Participate in a welcoming cacao fire ceremony, a powerful ritual to receive the energy of the ancient cacao wak’a (sacred site). This ceremony will set intention and help ground us in the potent energy of cacao and prepare us for the journey ahead.
Dinner: Conclude the day with a nourishing meal prepared with locally sourced ingredients, highlighting the energy and healing power of cacao in its homeland of Jaén.

Journey into the Jungle of Jaén
Realm: Kay Pacha

Early Start: Prepare for an early morning departure as we head into the lush jungle of Jaén.
Cacao Farm Visit: Explore a cacao farm that nurtures the ancient cacao species, learning firsthand how the land and tradition sustain this sacred plant.
Guided Meditation & Cacao Ritual: Begin the day with a guided meditation and cacao ritual to open the heart and connect with the spirit of cacao. This will be followed by a special moment to ask permission from the jungle to enter her sacred space.
Taste fresh cacao fruit: Sample a range of different cacao varieties, opening your own pods and savouring the delicious sweet fruit inside.
Indigenous Techniques: Learn about ancient indigenous cacao harvesting, drying, fermentation, and cultivation techniques passed down through generations.
Cacao Process: Gain a deeper understanding of the cacao production process—from pod to table. Collect a handful of cacao pods to take away and enjoy during the rest of your experience.
Flora and Fauna: Discover the region's rich flora and fauna as the local farmers guide us through their lush environment.
Finish the day, travelling to our retreat centre, our amazing home for the next days.

Element: Tayta Nina - Fire
Realm: Ukhu Pacha

Morning Session: Neuroscience for personal Transformation: using cacao to facilitate mind-body changes.
Midday Session: Harmonising the Feminine and Masculine Energies to create abundance and prosperity.
Afternoon Session: Exploring the Ukhu Pacha - Using cacao to transform limiting beliefs

Element: Allpa mama - Earth
Realm: Ukhu Pacha

Morning Session: Exploring the dynamics of corn (masculine) and cacao (feminine) to uncover our true selves
Midday Session: Ceramic workshop – creating our vessel to prepare for re-birth
Evening Session: Moving into the Kay Pacha using ecstatic dance

Element: Yaku Mama - Water
Realm: Kay Pacha

Morning Session: Nature hike to the sacred Gocta Waterfall to bathe in its cleansing waters
Midday Session: Cacao ceremony - Connecting with cacao in nature
Afternoon Session: Free time to relax and integrate in the natural pools

Element: Tayta Wayra - Air
Realm: Kay Pacha

Morning Session: Understanding neurotransmitters – the science of emotions
Midday Session: Embracing the masculine using ancestral tools
Afternoon Session: Using cacao to enhance gratitude, self-love and mindfulness

Traditional Amazonian conscious dinner

Element: Munay
Realm: Hannan Pacha

Morning Session: Cacao circle sharing and farewell
Midday Session: Understanding the cosmovision of cacao, chakana and creating a cacao alter
Evening Session: Guided cacao ceremony with sound journey using native instruments

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Prices and options

FIRST RETREAT SOLD OUT, SECOND RETREAT AVAILABLE - LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE

Minimum 10% deposit is required up front to secure your place. We only take 8 people per retreat, once your deposit is received we will confirm your place.

For those who pay up front in full the price is:

$1999 USD - twin, triple or quad share if full payment is made by April 1st 2025
$2499 USD early bird - deluxe private room with ensuite

For those who choose to pay in 4 bi-monthly instalments the price is:

$2250 USD commencing April 1st 2025 ($562 USD per bi-monthly instalment - April 1st, June Ist, August 1st, October 1st),
$2750 USD - deluxe private room with ensuite ($687 USD per bi-monthly instalment - April 1st, June Ist, August 1st, October 1st)

Please note there is a $70 USD international bank fee on each payment option

Meet Your Facilitators

Sally Huapaya

Native Peruvian of Andean descent and industrial engineer. Ancestral educator of traditional Peruvian medicinal plants. She has a passion to bring the sacred plant knowledge of her people to the world and promoting respect and acknowledgement to the indigenous farmers and communities that produce them.

Sally will share ancient wisdom, tools used in cacao ceremonies and ways to incorporate cacao into your daily life.

Dr Corin Storkey

(New Zealand - PhD) - Corin is a bio-medical researcher who studies the neurochemistry of cacao and the bioactive components contained within it. His expertise is to create and apply therapeutic profiles to cacao for use in different health applications. He will be educating on the use of cacao in enhancing neuroplasticity and spiritual development. Linking ancient wisdom with modern day integration.

Pamela Chipana

A Peruvian educator of Andean and Amazonia cosmovision and ancestral knowledge. Pamela has a family lineage of Chankan-Andean ancestors and wants to share the sacred traditions surrounding Peruvian master plants and inspire people to create a healing connection with them, connect to their roots, and give love and respect to Pachamama – the provider of all medicine. Pamela will be teaching you the principals of Andean and Amazonian cosmovision and how to apply them to your practice with cacao. Pamela is also a Yoga instructor and will be facilitating daily integrative yoga workshops at the retreat.

Arturo Perez

The lead farmer at our Uturunku farm. 15 years working with cacao in production and ancestry from Jaen, the home of cacao. Arturo will share his wisdom and knowledge of artisanal ceremonial cacao production. Showing you around the farm and teaching you to become a ceremonial cacao farmer for a day. He is also an expert of Amazonian flora and fauna and will share wisdom about natural plant remedies and medicine from the jungle.

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8-Day Cacao Retreat in the Amazon of Peru

Overview

What’s Included

Not Included:

Sneak Peak Of The Journey

Arrival in Chachapoyas and Connection with Huaca Montegrande

Become a cacao farmer for a day

Shedding our skin like the Amaru (serpent)

Connecting to the earth

Who are you? We are nature

Becoming the jaguar – sitting in the kay pacha

Retreat Schedule: Cosmovision & Cleansing through Sound Healing

The Last Sip: Cacao Farewell

Prices and options

Meet Your Facilitators

Sally Huapaya

Dr Corin Storkey

Pamela Chipana

Arturo Perez

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Overview

What’s Included

Not Included:

Sneak Peak Of The Journey

Arrival in Chachapoyas and Connection with Huaca Montegrande

Become a cacao farmer for a day

Shedding our skin like the Amaru (serpent)

Connecting to the earth

Who are you? We are nature

Becoming the jaguar – sitting in the kay pacha

Retreat Schedule: Cosmovision & Cleansing through Sound Healing

The Last Sip: Cacao Farewell

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