Pakarinka Ushay

15/12/2025

At Pakarinka Ushay, you'll be supported before, during, and after the retreat by qualified, experienced guides, Andean sacred places, and a variety of potent indigenous medicines to allow for deep and lasting healing.

HIGH SAFETY STANDARDS: Our retreats are guided by Tayta Willak, who for 30 years has held plant medicine ceremonies for people from all over the world. Due to his lineage and vast experience, our safety standards are high.

ACCESS TO A VARIETY OF INDIGENOUS PLANT MEDICINES: At our retreats, you will have access to a wide variety of indigenous medicines, including Ayahuasca, Huachuma (San Pedro Cactus), Psychedelic Machay Cacao, Andean yoga, sound healing, and more.

EXPERIENCE ANDEAN SACRED PLACES: Experience the healing energy of
ancient ceremonial places right here at Pakarinka Ushay.

HEAL WITH SUPPORT FROM A 7TH-GENERATION YACHAK (ANDEAN SHAMAN) AND A NATURE-FACILITATED THERAPIST: Warm, welcoming and approachable Tayta Willak and his team will be there to guide you every step of the way. You’ll also be accompanied by Maja Krauss, a M.Sc. therapist of nature-assisted therapy and licensed psychedelic facilitator from Europe - your "cultural bridge."

We hope you'll join us! Find out more at https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

08/12/2025

There are lots of retreats out there - why would you choose Pakarinka Ushay?

INTIMATE EXPERIENCE: Our small group size of only 5 to 10 people allows for a deeply intimate and connected experience, both within the ceremonies and the local community.

PRE- AND POST-RETREAT SUPPORT: You'll be invited to a group preparation call prior to the retreat and two integration calls after the retreat, so you'll continue to be supported as you reintegrate back home.

EXPERIENCE THE ANDEAN KICHWA TRADITION AND CONNECT WITH PACHA MAMA: You'll be immersed in the unique culture of the Andean Kichwa tradition in the mountains of Ecuador, and have the opportunity to connect deeply with Pacha Mama in our sacred places and nature ceremonies.

MORE REASONS TO CHOOSE US:
🌿 Free pick-up and drop-off at the airport of Quito.
🌿 Lodging and 3 healthy meals every day, with an abundance of fruits and herbal teas.
🌿 One-to-one integration-calls available (additional cost)​.
🌿 Possibility of staying longer at the Healing Center after the retreat (depending on availability)​.

Explore our retreat offerings on our website: https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

02/12/2025

Our missions and principles, part 5: healing should be available to everyone.

Healing should not be a privilege. We offer free healing ceremonies to our community, and if finances are a barrier to attending a retreat, we encourage you to reach out to us - we want to make healing accessible to everyone.​​

Find out more about Pakarinka Ushay on our website: https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

25/11/2025

Our missions and principles, part 4: our balanced plant medicine and integration approach.

We believe in “Less is More” when it comes to plant medicine. From our shamanic and therapeutic experiences, we’ve observed that many retreat centers overwhelm participants with an abundance of ceremonies. We prioritize a more balanced approach, focusing on the smooth integration of healing practices, both with and without plant teachers.

Please reach out to us or visit our website to find out more about Pakarinka Ushay: https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

17/11/2025

Our missions and principles, part 3: our commitment to Pacha Mama.

We are committed to taking care of Pacha Mama (Mother Earth). Our meals are mainly made with organic, locally sourced ingredients, and with every retreat, we donate up to $500 to nature and cultural conservation projects.

Reach out to us or visit our website to find out more about Pakarinka Ushay: https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

10/11/2025

Our missions and principles, part 2: become your own healer.

We are here not only to support your healing but to empower you to become your own healer. Through teaching Pre-Inka and modern Andean methods, we share valuable tools for living a healthy, balanced life - tools that you can carry with you beyond the retreat. Empowerment and self-efficacy are at the heart of our approach.​

Find out more about Pakarinka Ushay at https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

06/11/2025

"I would say, if you're a person that is just feeling unfulfilled or seeking a deeper understanding of what your purpose is here, your meaning, or what this existence is all about, these medicines can really open a door for you to see beyond all of the things that you know already, and see yourself in a different way. And experience the world in a different way, and move about in the world in a different way. I really recommend it." - Norm, one of our participants

Is ceremony calling you? Please reach out to find out more about our retreats in Ecuador! Send a message or visit our website: https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

05/11/2025

My son, my heart, my inspiration, at el dia de los muertos🙏🏼❤️💐

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03/11/2025

Our missions and principles, part I: the prophecy of the Condor and the Eagle.

We believe in the prophecy of the Condor (symbolizing the south, the heart, and the feminine) and the Eagle (symbolizing the north, the mind, and the masculine) flying together. This represents our mission to unite the wisdom of the Andes with modern practices, blending ancient and contemporary teachings into a harmonious approach. Our vision is to work as one global family, supporting each other on the path of healing. The retreats are hosted by Tayta Yachak Willak, a 7th-generation elder, with co-host Maja, a nature-assisted therapist (M.Sc.) and trained psychedelic facilitator from Europe.

Find out more about Pakarinka Ushay at https://www.pakarinkaushay.org/

31/10/2025