We have returned home after an incredible experience at Naturalia. Trying Ayahuasca was something in my lifetime to-do list. I feel very lucky that we chose Naturalia for this unique... read more and life changing experience.

There were very expensive places that I could not afford in the area. There were also homes of curanderos (healers) where I could try Ayahuasca where I would pay a little less with potentially many people sharing the same experience who do not speak English. I wanted to have a personalized experience and Naturalia was the best place for what I needed.

First of all, the food was great. The rooms were great but we didn't really spend much time in the rooms. Because we were doing yoga, talking to our shaman, meditating, walking in the jungle, having a flower bath, sitting by the fire, or having an Ayahuasca Ceremony. Manu and Paula have gone above and beyond to provide the best supportive environment for this experience. Everyone are best people in what they do. They are very dedicated to give you the answers you are looking for during your stay there.

Ayahuasca is a very serious experience. It requires following a certain diet, and requires complete surrender. You have to purge your body, purify yourself before doing the ceremony. So, if you have doubts, wait until you are ready.

One thing that stands out for me is how I was able to talk to our shaman before and after each ceremony. Even though the veil between higher and lower selves is lifted with Ayahuasca, the language of the spiritual world uses allegories and metaphors. Talking to an experienced shaman before and after helped me decipher the language of my own soul. In short, everything at Naturalia was designed to dissolve the paradox that I have burdened myself deep down.

I am grateful for the experience.

  This place was a haven from it all. The yoga classes were the difference for me, Cia was a wonderful Yogi and we even did a Reiki healing session. Manu... read more who was the facilitator, was charming, funny and caring. It is very important that they do max groups of 5 and that you have a private bungalow. Many places offer groups of 10-20 which is ridiculously too much. This way, with a smaller group, it will be safer and they can pay attention to you. After a week, Manu and Cia felt like family. The wildlife is plentiful here. I saw some monkeys, huge blue butterflies, lizards and a huge snake. They have 5 lively dogs. The bungalows are beautiful and make it very private. In general, i find it hard to relax..but over here I could lie in a hammock for many hours. Please note, I don't recommend doing Ayahuasca just for the kicks. It can be very challenging, as it had some scary moments for me but it was what I needed. It gave me the tools to help out with my anxiety. Shipibo Manuel sang beautiful Icaros that grounded me back during the ceremonies. Silvia is the best cook in Iquitos. I am glad I chose this place, it was beautiful to get here by boat. Everything is very safe here. The food was great and the diet is very important to do a week or two... This place was a haven from it all. The yoga classes were the difference for me, Cia was a wonderful Yogi and we even did a Reiki healing session. Manu who was the facilitator, was charming, funny and caring. It is very important that they do max groups of 5 and that you have a private bungalow. Many places offer groups of 10-20 which is ridiculously too much. This way, with a smaller group, it will be safer and they can pay attention to you. After a week, Manu and Cia felt like family. The wildlife is plentiful here. I saw some monkeys, huge blue butterflies, lizards and a huge snake. They have 5 lively dogs. The bungalows are beautiful and make it very private. In general, i find it hard to relax..but over here I could lie in a hammock for many hours. Please note, I don't recommend doing Ayahuasca just for the kicks. It can be very challenging, as it had some scary moments for me but it was what I needed. It gave me the tools to help out with my anxiety. Shipibo Manuel sang beautiful Icaros that grounded me back during the ceremonies. Silvia is the best cook in Iquitos. I am glad I chose this place, it was beautiful to get here by boat. Everything is very safe here. The food was great and the diet is very important to do a week or two before. Muchas Gracias, Manu y Cia. This week was the highlight of my trip. More

  If you are thinking of traveling to Peru for an ayahuasca complete experience, look no further! While this place has very basic accommodations, every attention has been paid... read more to detail. Total jungle surround, ayahuasca diet prepared to your needs 3x a day, yoga, meditation and option of 3 ceremonies throughout the week.

2 shamans on premise with you to guide you through your journey, answer questions and give you the most out of the experience.

Only 5 bungalows available on property, so a total family atmosphere. This is not a luxurious facility, but VERY CLEAN! Beds are comfy and covered with mosquito netting. Private toilet, but must leave bungalow for shower and sink. Electricity only 2x during the day from 5:30 am-7:30am, the 5-7 pm. Some wifi connection if not raining.

Get ready for nature walks, total relaxation and deep inner work if desired. Sylvia, the cook, makes every meal fabulous!

Manu and Paola, the owners, answer any and all questions you may have. You can be as involved with any or all activities, or none at all. Basic yoga classes and meditation offered everyday, sometimes 2x a day.

I will say this..the overall experience for me was beyond expectations. However, I must stress this is not a luxurious spa. No hot water, can be very wet, and a 2 mile hike into the resort and out can be very muddy.

If you want an authentic, insightful, friendly, kind and caring ayahuasca experience, I strongly urge you to go!

  Naturalia is unparalleled. My girlfriend and I had a 1 week retreat and loved every minute of it. Manu and Paula have poured their love into the retreat and it... read more shows.

I have had numerous Aya ceremonies previous to Naturalia and hands down this is the best retreat I have been on.

We came for the yoga and ayahuasca ceremonies. The ceremony was proper. I’ve been on many journeys and these ceremonies were in the original shipibo tradition.

The maestro sang individual Icaros to everyone which was incredibly powerful.

Add phenomenal integration sessions coupled with numerous one on ones with the maestro, flower cleansing ceremonies and “Shambhala”

The yoga and meditation was a huge attraction. Meditation sessions previous to the ceremonies really helped ground the ceremony

We even hiked to pick vegetables and fruits and our cook Sylvia helped us prepare a beautiful meal with yucca and local fresh fish. Bonus cooking class!!

Naturalia is ️

Brian More

  If you're looking for an authentic retreat for your body and soul that combines amazing natural setting, slow and restful days full of laughter, music and yoga, sharing simple yet... read more tasty meals with interesting people, playing with cute and loving dogs and cats, and many other wonderful things, look no further than Naturalia! Manu, Paula and their fantastic staff will take care of your every need in the most caring and personal way. Experiencing a true spiritual and physical reset made a long trip to get here so well worth it for me... I can't wait to come back here again.