Ayahuasca Retreats in the United States

Pachamama Sanctuary has been holding ayahuasca ceremonies in the United States since 2019. Located in the forests of Maine and in the heart of Central Florida.

Our retreats are weekend immersions with two ceremonies, two nights, and the full presence of a team that has walked this path for decades. We hold this work as sacred practice, not as a service, not as a trend.

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1,000+ participants guided since 2019

The most amazing weekend of my life.

I just spent the weekend at Pachamama Sanctuary. It was a life-changing experience and a blessing to have a sanctuary close enough to drive to. Derek and the staff are amazing. There are no words to describe JC Arkawa...

Anonymous

Do it

If you landed on my review, it is a sign that you are being called to go ahead and do it.

I came to this sanctuary with a lot of fear and judgement for these types of retreats.

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Christine

Pachamama Sanctuary, Arkawa

The experience was better than I expected. Derek does not gratuitously adorn his guidance over integration, breath work, dieta, etc. with esoteric mysticism; he bases his advice on direct empirical experience. As a result, his guidance through integration is...

Eben

So glad to have made the choice to join you guys

A beautiful experience with pure love and compassion, the whole team is amazing thank you guys to the opportunity!

Renan

Beautiful Experience

A safe space to work through anything that might be holding you back. The shaman and facilitators give you everything you need or want in order to have the best experience possible. I wish I could live there!

Anonymous

Beautiful

Beautiful experience with beautiful people.

Anonymous

Enjoy the Whole Journey

My friend and I recently attended a retreat at Pachamama Sanctuary not really knowing what to expect. We both left with our expectations exceeded and feeling like lighter and happier people with better insight into ourselves and our lives....

Victoria

Great experience

Great environment very professional and supportive staff. Friendly and safe. Good food also.

Chris

Beautiful weekend

I had such an amazing experience here at Pachamama. From Derek to the Shamans and all the volunteers, everyone was full of love and compassion. They created a safe place for me to heal. I found unconditional love within...

Jessica

It is always profound to know you’re supposed to be

I was ready, very nervous and vulnerable coming to Pachamama. I was greeted with love and smiles on my arrival. I had a tour right away to soak in the atmosphere and could feel right away that this was...

Christopher

A supportive place that holds space and helps healing

I have just returned from the Pachamama Sanctuary with huge gratitude in my heart and body. It was a beautiful and challenging weekend that gave me exactly what I needed. The staff were encouraging and supportive and in all...

Catherine

The most profound and beneficial experience of my life!

I am deeply grateful to Derek and the entire staff at Pachamama Sanctuary for providing such a safe and healing environment. I have never felt as safe, cared for, welcomed, and respected as I did during my weekend retreat...

Sarah

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Upcoming Ayahuasca Retreats At Pachamama Sanctuary

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What is Pachamama Sanctuary?

Pachamama Sanctuary is a federally recognized religious church and ceremonial community offering ayahuasca retreats at two locations in the United States: our original forest sanctuary in Casco, Maine, and our new location in Orlando, Florida.

Since 2019, we have guided more than a thousand participants through weekend retreats rooted in Amazonian Indigenous tradition. Our ceremonies are led by facilitators trained in lineages that have worked with this medicine for generations not practitioners who arrived at this path last year, but people whose lives have been shaped by it.

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Two sanctuaries. Find the one that calls to you.

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What Happens at a Pachamama Retreat

Preparation starts weeks before arrival. Every participant completes a medical and psychological intake, receives our dieta guidelines, and is welcomed into a pre-retreat orientation. We don’t ask you to arrive ready, we help you get ready.

The weekend itself opens on Friday evening with a shared meal and orientation circle. The first ceremony takes place that night, held in a space prepared for the work: music, candlelight, ceremonial mattresses, and a facilitation team whose only job is to hold the space for your journey.

Saturday is for integration between ceremonies breathwork, rest, shared meals, quiet time, and the second ceremony that evening. Sunday morning is devoted to closing the container: group sharing, integration guidance, and a ceremony of gratitude before departure.

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Plan Your Stay at Pachamama Sanctuary

Whether you are preparing for your first ayahuasca retreat or returning to deepen your spiritual practice, our accommodations are designed to help you rest, recharge, and fully embrace the retreat experience.

Spaces are limited to ensure a safe, intimate container for every participant.

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