A Journey to Magical Peru 2012

 

 

On the banks of the Amazon

The Banks of the Amazon

Pedro, our host at the retreat center

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                      

 

Our Guide, Ruben Orellana ORELLANA is an external consultant to The National Institute of Culture in Cusco, Peru. Ruben’s career as an archaeologist culminated with being named head of Archaeology at Machu Picchu, discovering 44 new sites surrounding this crystal city.

Ruben has worked with the healing techniques of the Andes for twenty years, researching the concepts of subtle energy and how they influence aspects of life and healing for the Inkan people. Ruben is the founding director of Kamaquen Healing Center (“source of

Our Guide: Rueben Orellana

 

energy”), in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Inkas. Ruben has committed his energy and heart to create a Healing Center with the intent to soothe and rejuvenate the human spirit.  All of our groups who have met Ruben have come to connect deeply with this heart centered man and Shaman(Paco).

 

Gigantic Lilly Pads

Peruvian Girl with Pet Sloth

Hanging out in the Flora

Floating down the Amazon

Transportation

Retreat Center Pool


THE MAGIC LANDS OF INKAS

WHAT: Amazon Rain Forest
WHEN: May 1, 2012 through May 9, 2012
WHO: open to all: male, female, gay, lesbian, straight & transgender

Join us for a transformational journey to Peru. Access the nature of the ancient sites with the assistance of the shamanic ceremonies, medicine plants, and spirits indigenous to these lands and people.

We will travel the land of Peru, taste of the culture, be with the people, and explore with the assistance of the ceremonies, the magic of our lives while seeking a higher purpose. This trip to Peru can be seen as a Vision Quest, a journey of profound proportions, seeking life transformation and insights. It is not only an opportunity to take in breath-taking sites and culture but to also journey deep within, and explore aspects of the authentic self through traditional shamanic traditions.

Those going on this journey will be asked to commit to a discipline of defining intentions for this trip (we will help you out). Think of this as a commitment of exploring possibilities. We will encourage the reading of The Four Agreements and Voice of Knowledge by Miguel Ruiz as preparation for this journey. Yet there will be plenty of tourist activities as well as meditation, steam baths, massage, ceremony, talking circles and… did we mention?… FUN!

The Details:

Why is this trip unique? We not only participate as tourists of the landscapes around us but we also journey as a community of like-minded pioneers and seekers of the soul. While in the rain forest of Peru we will also work with the shamans of the region with their ceremonies that involve healing of body, mind, and spirit.

This trip is an opportunity to journey deep within and discover hidden potentials, dreams and realities. We will explore— with the use of the gifts from Peru— the potential of the soul and spirit. Come and join your fellow comrades as we explore  the Rain Forest of Peru and the worlds within.

It’s important to note that our shamans prepare for these ceremonies to assist us in our own interpersonal work and visions. Preparation for these journeys is important and something we will discuss with you via Skype and or personal interviews.

Proposed Itinerary

May 01:
Arrival in Lima City International Airport, we will be escorted to our hotel for the nights rest.
May 02:
Transfer to airport for our flight from Lima to Iquitos catching a 6 am flight and arriving by 8 am.  where we wait to transfer by van to the Port of Bellavista, to travel by boat to our Lodge, where we rest, after lunch and in the afternoon we will have a conversation about what are the vision plants (ayahuasca and others) Dinner, rest.
May 03:
In the morning after breakfast we transfer by boat to the Amazon River to observe gray and pink dolphins and swim in the Amazon River.   In the afternoon we will visit Don Maximo, the medicine man, where he will explain to us his traditions. Then back to the Lodge to be quiet and at 7 pm there will be the first ceremony.
May 04:
After breakfast drive back to the river to observe gray and pink dolphins to return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon we will have a group meeting to discuss the experience of the previous night. Dinner and rest
May 05:
After breakfast we go by boat to visit Monkey Island, a refuge of primates.   In the afternoon we will do a walk around the Island Yanamomo to observe the flora and fauna.   At night we will have the second ceremony
May 06:
In the morning after breakfast we will break, lunch, afternoon group meeting to discuss the experience of the previous night, dinner and at night a small jungle night walk.
May 07:
After breakfast we transfer by boat to visit the native community of Yaguas, returning to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, silence, and at night the third ceremony.
May 08:
In the early morning we have the ”Blooming Bath” after breakfast and time to rest.  After lunch, we go by boat to the city of Iquitos, where to stay and visit the city. 
May 09:
After breakfast we transfer to Iquitos airport for flight to Lima .   Arriving in Lima we will get massages, sauna and lunch, afternoon visit the Miraflores area, then go to dinner and then return to the airport for flight home

Information forthcoming. Stay tuned!

Who’s Invited:

We recognize the many Queer Spirit Allies that have joined our ranks and support our efforts. We recognize that many of our events appeal to everyone. In the spirit of community-building, Queer Spirit has opened this event to ALL INTERESTED PERSONS regardless of sexual orientation or expression. Therefore, this trip is open to all interested and good-hearted individuals: male, female, gay, lesbian, straight and transgender. This circle will be expansive and reflective of our broader community.

About the Cost:

COST: $1955.00 includes all food, lodging, transportation including domestic roundtrip flights from Lima to Iquitos, all other modes of transportation, entrance fees to sights, ceremonies, and assistance of our guides. A $500 non refundable deposit is due March 19, 2012 with full payment for the trip secured by April 15, 2012

Additional Costs:

• International flight to and from Lima Peru: Not included in the price is the International flight to Lima, Peru, and airport tax (approximately under $50)

• Incidental expenses: Not included are cost of incidental beverages, souvenirs, optional massages, other optional services, gratuities, etc.

Interested?

Do not hesitate to contact us for more information and juicy details!

 

NOTE:  One thing to consider on this trip.  Most airlines arrive in Lima very late at night, usually around 11:30 pm.  On May 2, 2012 we are catching a very early flight.  Some of you may chose to arrive one day earlier and have a day in LIMA on May 1 so that our flight out on May 2 is not so hard on our time adjustments.  Our guide has arranged a special rate of $80 for our room and $25 for transportation.  Please inquire with me on registration if your interested in adding the additional time.

A $500 non-refundable deposit and email confirmation should be received very soon in order to reserve your spot.

NOTE: DO NOT BOOK YOUR FLIGHTS UNTIL CONFIRMATION OF THE TRIP IS VERIFIED.  We must have a minimum of 12 participants to secure this trip at these prices.