Nico’s path with Ayahuasca began 16 years ago through an apprenticeship under Taita Florentino Agreda, from Putumayo Colombia. These first few years of regular ceremonies were a powerful initiation, which brought a lot of clarity and established a deep relationship with this medicine.
With Taita Florentino Nico has traveled throughout Colombia, assisting in ceremonies, playing medicine music, and eventually learning from Taitas of other traditions. Some names include Taita Isaias Munos Macanilla (Kitchwas community from the Amazon), Taita Querubin Queta (Cofan), Taita Leonel Tascon (Embera), to list a few.
Another profound experience during these years of exploration and healing was living with the indigenous Kogi people in the town of Sebiaca, in Sierra Nevada, Colombia where Nico taught and played music with the children of the community. A unique experience where he learned about the cosmology and the healing practices of these indigenous people, the simplicity and beauty of life in total alignment with all the elements.
Upon moving to the United States, Nico embraced organic farming and sustainable building, he serves as a fire-keeper for the sweat lodges in the traditions of Lakota and Itzachilatlan. He is currently on his third year of Vision Quest in the tradition of Itzachilatlan and has been invited to start Sun Dance with the One Heart One Mind, Lakota community.
Nico believes that the medicine and all these ancient traditions and alters exist to show us that the real medicine is life itself. He is here to serve in creating a safe, sacred, and beautiful space for the people to sit with one of the greatest shamans there is, The great spirit of Ayahuasca.
Events with Nico
Sacred Ayahuasca Retreat with Nico and JohanaAugust 21 - 23, 2026
$850 | 3 Days, 2 Nights | Maine We are grateful to welcome you into this sacred experience at Pachamama Sanctuary’s Ayahuasca Retreat outside of Portland, Maine. Guided by our experienced Medicine Carriers, Nico and Johana, this 3-day, 2-night immersion is designed as a fully supported container for healing, reflection, and deep inner transformation. Everything is thoughtfully included—meals, accommodations, and ceremonial activities—so you can step away from daily life and fully devote yourself to your inner journey. Throughout the weekend, you will participate in two powerful ayahuasca ceremonies on Friday and Saturday, supported by grounding practices such as breathwork, yoga, integration circles, and music. We close on Sunday morning with breakfast and a final group gathering before departure, leaving space for reflection, connection, and integration. To support your continued healing, Pachamama Sanctuary offers unlimited online integration sessions at no additional cost. You are welcome to join whenever you feel called—days,…
Sacred Ayahuasca Retreat with Nico and JohanaSeptember 18 - 20, 2026
$850 | 3 Days, 2 Nights | Maine We warmly welcome you into this sacred 3-day, 2-night immersion at Pachamama Sanctuary’s Ayahuasca Retreat outside of Portland, Maine. Guided by our experienced Medicine Carriers, Nico and Johana, this weekend is designed as a deeply supported space for healing, reflection, and inner transformation. Everything is intentionally included—accommodations, meals, and ceremonial support—so you can fully step away from daily distractions and turn inward with clarity and intention. Over the course of the weekend, you will sit in two powerful ayahuasca ceremonies on Friday and Saturday, held within a grounded and respectful container. Between ceremonies, you will be supported with practices such as breathwork, yoga, meditation, integration circles, and music to help you process, release, and deepen your experience. We close the retreat on Sunday morning with breakfast and a final group gathering before departure, offering space to reflect, connect, and return home with…