Ayahuasca Retreat Brazil Ancestral Amazonian Indigenous Healing Retreat
9-Day Ayahuasca Ceremony Immersion with Madhá & Yawanawá
24th September – 3rd October 2026
A deep encounter with the ancestral wisdom
of the living forest traditions of the Amazon
24. september – 03. october 2026
A deep encounter with the wisdom of the Amazon rainforest
Guided by Pajé Maná Madhá, Pajé Ratsuha Madhá, Vêsku Yawanawá, and Runuiana Yawanawá, this immersive retreat creates space for deep healing, personal insight, and inner transformation. It offers an opportunity to step beyond the rhythms of everyday life, gain new perspectives, reconnect with what truly matters, and experience Indigenous wisdom in a grounded and authentic way.
What you will experience
- Ayahuasca ceremonies with the Madhá and Yawanawá people
- Traditional plant-based practices from the rainforest (herbal baths, Rapé, Kambo, Sananga)
- Individual healing sessions with experienced Pajés
- Indivdual Sesions / Voice opening
- Dedicated space for silence, integration, and personal process
- Community living and connection with nature
Individual Healing Work & Voice Opening
A dedicated part of this immersion includes personal one-to-one sessions with Pajé Mana Madhá.
These encounters offer space for focused individual attention within the context of the journey, working with physical, emotional, or spiritual imbalances through traditional approaches.
Voice Opening is also part of this work. In this practice, the “Espírito da Voz” – the Spirit of the Voice – is transmitted as a subtle, supportive presence, like a seed of potential.
This practice is said to support the unfolding and expansion of both the inner and outer voice, allowing expression to emerge with greater clarity, strength, and authenticity. At the same time, it offers a more refined access to the teachings of the Saitis/Ahié and can support a deeper understanding and lived experience of these traditions.
The team supporting your experience and journey
Facilitators & Wisdom Keepers
The guides of ancestral wisdom
Pajé Maná Madhá
Pajé Maná Madhá received the name “Santo” from his own people, which already reveals much about his noble mission in service of healing. As explained by Putanny and Biraci Nixiwaká, leaders of the Yawanawá, Maná and his wife Ratsuhá are considered “ people from 500 years ago” and “kings” of spirituality. Maná has received a traditional training that only very few pajés still possess today. He holds extraordinary knowledge of plants and a technique of spiritual healing that, in some cases, allows him to take the illness of his patients into his mouth and materialize it into small stones, which he then spits out. He has already healed many people from severe illnesses – both physical andspiritual.
Ratsuhá Madhá
Ratsuhá Madhá has also received a traditional training that only a few healers carry today. She is deeply rooted in traditional midwifery knowledge and has accompanied more than 2,800 births. Together
with her husband, she works in healing sessions according to the Madhá tradition – a people
who live deep in the rainforest and were therefore able to preserve much of their ancestral knowledge, as contact with the outside world happened only recently.
Vesku Yawanawá
Vesku is Yawanawá and lives in the village of the Apurinã people. She is co-founder of the Instituto Runyn. She has dedicated her life to the resistance movement of Indigenous peoples and, in recent years, has focused especially on preserving the healing knowledge of Indigenous medicine. She is the eldest sister of the spiritual leader Putanny and shares with her the connection to their grandfather, a great healer of the Yawanawá. Vesku is a member of the Sitoakore Women’s Organisation and served for many years on its board, being a driving force in the Indigenous women’s rights movement. She has organized numerous gatherings for the exchange of Indigenous knowledge – always with the intention of spreading and protecting traditional plant medicine knowledge. In her home, she is building an apothecary for medicinal plants as well as a seed bank. She also carries extensive knowledge about birth.
Runuiná Yawanawá
Runuiná carries in his name the secret of the great healing beings of the forest. He is the grandson of the great leader Raimundo Luiz Tuimkuru and the son of Vesku Yawanawá and Antonio Apurinã, two
important leaders of the Indigenous movement.
For more than ten years, he has been a student of Pajé Maná, learning prayers, chants, and traditional healing arts from him. His aunt Putanny and Biraci Nixiwaká have also taught him in the Aldeia Sagrada
(Sacred Village). Runuiná is a very talented musician with a unique voice. He composes his own songs by transferring the traditional Saitis of Pajé Maná – originally recited exclusively with the voice –onto the guitar
The facilitators
Read more about Maria
As a somatic therapist, she supports people who feel stuck in recurring patterns or shaped by experiences that no longer feel supportive. Through awareness of the body’s sensations, emotions and lived experience, the work helps create space for healing, integration and transformation.
Her time in South America, including encounters with traditional Amazonian plant medicine practices, deepened her understanding of the relationship between body, nature and consciousness. These experiences inform her perspective and are integrated into her work in a grounded, practical and therapeutic way.
Rather than following a fixed method, her approach is responsive to what arises in the present moment, supporting each person’s unique process of self-discovery and transformation.
Read more about José
Supporting people through periods of crisis, transition and personal transformation, his work is rooted in embodiment and the cultivation of inner resources. He helps individuals reconnect with their own capacity for healing, growth and meaningful change.
Music plays a central role in this process, providing a powerful pathway for emotional expression and integration. Together with insights gained through experience with traditional plant medicine practices, it informs a grounded and holistic approach to therapeutic support.
His way of working is direct, attentive and responsive to what is present in each moment.
How to Get to our Center
The retreat takes place in Garopaba, a scenic coastal town in the south of Santa Catarina, southern Brazil, known for its natural beauty, relaxed atmosphere and unspoiled beaches. Nestled within a peaceful hilly landscape, the retreat center AmanheSer is surrounded by lush green hills and overlooks a lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, offering wide, open views that invite presence, stillness and a deep connection with nature.
The nearest airport is Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN), located in Florianópolis, providing convenient access for both national and international travelers.
The Retretacenter arrange the pick-up from the Airport in Florianopolis or from the bus stop in Garopaba, depending on how you are travelling. We are happy to support you with your travel arrangements and to answer any questions you may have along the way, so your journey feels as smooth and easy as possible.
Climate: In the southern states of Brazil, such as Santa Catarina, the climate ranges from subtropical to temperate. In September, winter gradually comes to an end and spring begins to emerge, bringing a gentle shift in the season. Temperatures start to rise, although conditions can still be quite changeable.
Temperatures: Days are often pleasantly mild to warm (around 20 °C) , while mornings and evenings can still feel cool, so layering is recommended.
Precipitation: September is one of the wetter months in southern Brazil and occasional rain showers can be expected.
Investment & Stay
The participation fee is divided into two transparent parts: a contribution to the retreat centre and a direct contribution to the indigenous facilitators and tradition keepers.
Contribution to the retreat centre
This covers:
- Accommodation (depending on room category)
- Meals
- Transport to and from Florianópolis (FLN) airport
- Organisation and infrastructure
- Support from the facilitation team
Direct contribution to the indigenous facilitators and tradition keepers
This contribution goes directly to the indigenous facilitators and tradition keepers of the Madhá and Yawanawá lineages for their presence, ceremonial work and teachings during the immersion.
A minimum contribution is required to cover travel costs, meals, materials and an honorarium that reflects the depth of their contribution to the retreat. Their presence is at the heart of the retreat and involves deep responsibility, preparation and cultural transmission.
A higher contribution is welcome and directly supports the continuation of their work and the long-term sustainability of their communities.
Price & Accommodation
- Full participation in the 9-day retreat
- A direct contribution supporting the Madhá and Yawanawá communities and the participants sharing their traditions during the retreat
- 8 nights accommodation
- Organic, plant-based meals
- Individual sessions
- Integration support throughout the retreat
- Guidance from the facilitation team
- Transfer from Florianópolis Airport (FLN) or Garopaba bus station
- Post-retreat integration call
For early registrations, a reduced Early Bird rate is available for selected room categories. Please refer to the individual accommodation options for the applicable Early Bird pricing and booking deadline.
Choose Your Stay
Select the accommodation option that best suits your comfort, privacy and budget. All options include meals, retreat participation, airport transfer from Florianopolis and the direct contribution to the Madhá and Yawanawá communities.
Shared Bunk Cabin
A cosy and spacious wooden cabin offering simple, comfortable accommodation for two guests. Set within a quiet natural environment with glimpses of the ocean through the trees, it provides a relaxed and grounded stay close to nature. Featuring a bunk bed and shared bathroom facilities in a nearby building, welcoming option for those seeking good value without compromising comfort.
1560,00 €
1.404,00 € – Early Bird available until 22nd of July 2026
Twin Nature Cabin
Surrounded by lush greenery this cosy wooden cabins offer a peaceful retreat immersed in nature. With two single beds and a warm, simple atmosphere, it is an inviting space to rest, recharge and enjoy the beauty of the landscape. Shared bathroom facilities are located in a nearby building.
1.660,00 €
1494,00 €- Early Bird available until 22nd of July 2026
Chalet for two guests
Nestled in nature this comfortable chalet offers a peaceful and relaxing retreat. Featuring two single beds, a private bathroom and a private veranda, it provides the perfect space to unwind, enjoy the surrounding landscape with beautiful ocean views. Ideal for friends, travel companions, or individuals who prefer separate beds.
1.980,00 €
1.404,00 € – Early Bird available until 22nd of July 2026
Private Double Room
Stay in a beautifully handcrafted clay room that combines natural charm with simple comfort. Featuring a double bed, a private bathroom, and a private veranda, the Clay House offers a peaceful space to relax, reconnect and enjoy the surrounding nature. Suitable for one person or a couple.
2.280,00 €
2.052,00 € – Early Bird available until 22nd of July 2026
Steps to Join a Retreat with the Madhá and Yawanawá Traditions
1. Choose your stay
Browse our accommodation options and select the one that feels right for you.
2. Get in touch with us
Contact us to request your booking, ask questions, or confirm availability. We are happy to support you and can arrange a short call if needed.
3. Complete a short questionnaire
Once your reservation is confirmed, you will receive a short form to help us prepare your stay in the best way possible.
4. Receive your confirmation
We will review your details and send your final booking confirmation with all practical information.
5. Prepare your journey
Get ready for your arrival with everything you need to know about getting here, what to bring, and how to settle in comfortably.
Start Your Journey of Deep Presence with Indigenous Wisdom Keepers