Special 3 or 5 Day Ayahuasca Retreat with Leandro, Katrina and Matteo of MattKat in Maine
With Leandro
July 17 - 21, 2026
3 days, 2 nights | $1000
Optional Extended Experience: 5 Days, 4 Nights | +$500
We invite you to join us for a deeply transformative retreat at Pachamama Sanctuary, nestled in the serene forests of Maine just outside Portland.
This immersive retreat is guided by our experienced Medicine Carrier, Leandro, and supported by the powerful musical medicine of Katrina and Matteo of MattKat / Freedom Family Band. Their live music weaves throughout the ceremonies and integration spaces, helping create a deeply held and sacred container for healing and spiritual exploration.
Whether you are seeking emotional healing, spiritual connection, or clarity on your life’s path, Pachamama Sanctuary offers a safe and nurturing environment to journey inward and access the wisdom of the medicine.
During the summer months, our ceremonies are held outdoors in our cozy sanctuary space. Sitting together under the open sky creates an intimate ceremonial atmosphere that allows for a grounded and deeply connected experience with Pachamama and with yourself.
What to Expect from Your Retreat Experience
Two Ceremonies Guided by Leandro:
The heart of the retreat is two evening ayahuasca ceremonies, guided by Leandro and supported by the live musical offerings of Katrina and Matteo.
With years of experience working with the medicine, Leandro holds the ceremonial space with deep care and presence. Participants are gently supported through powerful experiences that may bring emotional release, profound insight, and spiritual connection.
Sunday: Integration & Embodiment
Following the ceremonies, Sunday is dedicated entirely to integration. Participants that elect for the 3 day retreat will depart at 11AM.
The rest of the day Sunday offers space to rest, reflect, and begin integrating the insights received during ceremony through gentle practices such as group sharing circles, meditation, breathwork, and time in nature.
Integration is an essential part of the journey, allowing the teachings of the medicine to settle and begin unfolding in meaningful ways.
Optional Extended 5-Day Experience
For those who wish to continue deepening their journey, participants may choose to remain for two additional days (Monday and Tuesday) for an additional $500.
These extra days offer a unique opportunity to move more deeply into integration, connection with nature, and embodied healing practices.
Monday: A Day Immersed in Nature with an additional Plant Medicine ceremony
Monday is spent fully immersed in the forest and natural surroundings of Pachamama Sanctuary.
Through a guided day of integrative practices during ceremony, participants are invited into deeper connection with nature, themselves, and the group. The day may include:
• Live music and sound journeys
• Integration circles
• Movement and somatic practices
• Creative expression such as painting
• Time for reflection and quiet contemplation
• Swimming and connection with the land
This day often becomes a powerful bridge between ayahuasca ceremony and everyday life. It is deeply heart opening.
Tuesday: Closing Integration
Tuesday morning offers a final opportunity for reflection, sharing, and grounding before departure.
Participants gather for a closing integration circle before check-out, allowing the retreat to come to a thoughtful and supported completion.
Accommodations & Nourishment
Participants are provided with comfortable, simple accommodations designed to support the ceremonial process.
Standard accommodations include a comfortable memory foam mattress with a blanket and pillow lovingly prepared for you. This space becomes your personal resting area for both ceremony and overnight sleep.
Semi-private room options are also available, offering twin or full-size bunk beds in shared rooms. These rooms provide a cozy environment for rest and may include a mix of participants rather than being separated by gender.
All meals are included and prepared in alignment with traditional ayahuasca dieta guidelines, offering simple, nourishing foods to support the body throughout the retreat.
Unlimited Post-Retreat Integration Support:
The real journey begins after the ceremonies, as you begin to integrate the insights and lessons gained from your ayahuasca experience into your everyday life. To support this crucial process, Pachamama Sanctuary offers unlimited online integration sessions at no additional cost. This means that whenever you feel called—whether it’s days, weeks, or months after your retreat—you can join our virtual integration sessions to continue your healing and growth journey.
Integration is an essential part of the healing process, helping you make sense of your experiences and align them with your personal path. Our community of past participants and facilitators are here to support you whenever you need guidance, clarity, or connection.
A Safe and Sacred Space for Your Healing:
At Pachamama Sanctuary, your safety, comfort, and spiritual well-being are our top priorities. Our retreat center provides a calm, secure environment where you can fully surrender to the healing power of ayahuasca, knowing that you are in capable and compassionate hands.
From your initial arrival to the closing of the retreat, you’ll feel supported by our team and the loving energy of the Sanctuary. We maintain a high standard of care, including pre-retreat medical screening, to ensure that the experience is safe for each participant.
A Welcoming Community of Seekers:
Our retreats are intimate, small-group experiences, creating a close-knit community where you’ll feel comfortable opening up and sharing your journey with others. Many participants form lasting bonds during their time with us, finding connection and support from fellow seekers who are also on their healing path.
Whether you are a first-time participant or have experience with ayahuasca, Pachamama Sanctuary welcomes individuals from all walks of life. We believe that everyone deserves a space to heal, and our community is built on love, respect, and acceptance.
Leader
Leandro, originally from Brazil, brings a wealth of life experience and a deep commitment to healing and transformation to Pachamama Sanctuary. Now 35 years old, he is the proud father of a one-year-old daughter, Amaranta. In 2022, after years of exploring different parts of the world, Leandro found his home in the serene landscapes of Vermont, a place that inspires his journey of personal growth and service. Leandro’s path of self-discovery began at 17 with his first psychedelic experience, sparking a profound interest in the healing potential of entheogenic substances. Since 2012, he has devoted himself to studying and intentionally working with Ayahuasca, using this sacred medicine to deepen his understanding of himself and support others on their transformative journeys. For Leandro, personal growth and serving others are intertwined. He finds his greatest fulfillment in holding space for individuals seeking meaningful inner healing, and he is deeply honored to be…
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