6-16
NOVEMBER
2016
Pilgrimage to Peru
Ayni Foundation are delighted to present the
2016 itinerary. The Pilgrimage to Peru has
been designed to expose you to the shamanic
teachings of several authentic Peruvian
lineages, including at least 3 ceremonies with
medicine plants.
Puma Quispe is our shamanic ‘master of
ceremonies’. Taught traditional shamanic
practice by his grandfather and other masters
since childhood, he speaks Quechua, Spanish
and English–all three with delicious humour.
Everyone who meets him remembers his wise
and joyful spirit.
This is not a tourist trip. It is a pilgrimage to
All the masters we work with demonstrate
some very sacred parts of the planet. You will
the generosity that comes from genuine
be carried by the grandeur of the land and
inspiration. It is a great pleasure for them to
the love of the people, being exceptionally
share the depth, humour and wisdom of their
well cared for on all levels, from logistics
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traditions.
to the spiritual. Through ceremony and
shamanic work, you will approach the Great
Carl Hyatt and Davina Mackail have
Plant Teachers and Apus, mountain spirits,
worked with the Q’ero since 2002. Both
whose magic affords the possibility of a lifetrace their shamanic lineage back to Puma
changing experience.
and his family. Nizami has worked with the
indigenous people of Peru since 2007 and
While every effort has been made to assure
your safety and comfort, please bear in mind
accompanied the 2014 and 2015 pilgrimages.
Peru is an underdeveloped country and plans
may sometimes change to accommodate
We very much look forward to sharing this
awesome, magical journey with you. It really
circumstances. If they do, it is only to allow
something even more magical to take place.
is the journey of a lifetime!
Whatever happens, rest assured our journey
to Peru will involve teachings from many
Peruvian traditions, and include (optionally)
at least 3 ceremonies with medicine plants.
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Itinerary
Itinerary
Sunday / Day 1 / Arrive in Cusco, Welcome dinner
Having flown over the majestic Andes by
Sunday afternoon we gather in Cuzco.
We promptly head (down altitude) to
the Sacred Valley, visiting the Condor
Sanctuary en route. Here we have a
chance to relax and acclimatise. In the
evening our shaman and guide, Puma
Quispe, will introduce the journey ahead,
and the medicine traditions he began to
learn as a child, taught by his grandfather.
We will gather together for our Welcome
Dinner of traditional Peruvian cuisine and
entertainment.
(Overnight in Pisaq at Hotel Royal Inca)
Monday / Day 2 / Pisaq
We drive into the hills to the picturesque
town of Pisaq to admire the colonial
architecture and the awe-inspiring scenic
beauty and stop at the ancient solar
observatory, which we will enter through
the ancient Temple of the Condor, for a
private ceremony.
Later, we make our way to the village
of Pisac and enjoy time exploring the
Andean Marketplace to purchase lovely
handcrafted treasures to take home.
(Overnight in Pisaq at Hotel Royal Inca)
Tuesday / Day 3 / Chinchero, Medicine preparation
We make our way through the Sacred
Valley of the Incas to Chinchero for a day
of teachings about the preparation of the
sacred master plant Huachuma, the San
Pedro cactus.
We will work deeply with this plant in
order to connect profoundly with the
ancestral spirits and and receive the the
healing and heart opening of the medicine.
(Overnight in Chinchero)
Wednesday / Day 4 / Mama Irene
Today we have an amazing opportunity to work with a very wise
and gifted medicine woman, ¨Mama Irene¨. From her we will learn
more about ancestral medicine, coca leaf divination, healing and
our connection with the Apus.
(Overnight in Chinchero)
Thursday / Day 5/ Maul'allacta
We drive for 4 hours to a special huaca
called Tamputocco, or Puma Orqo, which
was for the Inca a very sacred place.
According to the creation myths of the
Inca, the four Ayar brothers and their
wives emerged from four caves underneath
this rock. One, Ayar Manco, known
afterwards as Manco Capac, was the
mythical founder of the Inca kingdom.
We enjoy a stunning 45 min walk to
Mauk´allacta, on the opposite side of the
valley.
With over 200 masonry structures,
Mauk´allacta is closely associated with
Puma Orqo. Both hosted the sumptuous
Paccariqtambo annual ceremonies.
In our visits to this magnificent site we
have often been the only visitors. The
energies, beauty and privacy combine
to make a uniquely memorable day in
the Inca world. We will have a special
ceremony and despacho at the Temple of
the Nine Suns in Mauk’a llacta.
(Overnight in Cusco at Illa Hotel)
Friday / Day 6 / Apu Ausangate to Upis
Today we begin our ascent to the
sacred mountain Ausangate, the
mountain known as the guardian
of our global family. This is where
we will receive the blessings of the
Andean priests and receive the
lineage of the Incas.
We will have an opportunity to
connect with the local people as we
will be on this journey for three days;
enjoying the experience of camping
under the stars, under the watchful
eye of this sacred Apu for two nights.
By this time we will be comfortably
acclimatized to the high altitude and
will be ascending up to 4600 meters
(14500 feet) above sea level.
We spend the night in the village of
Pacchanta, sharing the experience of
Andean community life.
(Overnight in a family home.)
Saturday / Day 7 / Upis to Pacchanta
Today presents two options: to
remain near the hot springs and work
with your mesa, or trek to the sacred
Jaguar Lagoon, Otorongo Qocha.
There we will have a ceremony with
Huachuma medicine, and make
a despacho offering to the Apus,
praying for blessings for our journey,
and to deepen our connection with
this powerful Apu, the elements and
the ancestral realms.In the evening we
return to Pacchanta, where a relaxing
bath in the hot springs awaits,
followed by a dinner.
(Overnight in Pacchanta campsite.)
Sunday / Day 8 / Pacchanta ceremony
We again approach Ausangate,
known in these communities as
the guardian of all communities in
the world. We will tune in via the
sacred frequencies of the medicine
ceremony, to receive the blessings
of the lineage of Andean priests,
teachers and healers. Our ceremony
takes place in the stunning natural
temple of Lucio, a wise man who
lives nearby, devoting his life to the
Apus.
(Overnight in Pacchanta campsite)
Monday / Day 9 / Pacchanta to Cusco
Optional: a relaxed morning visit to the hot springs, with an amazing view of the
mountain. Afterwards we pack for our return to Cusco, where we enjoy lunch and
later and evening meal together. (Overnight in Cusco at Illa hotel)
Tuesday / Day 10 / Saqsayhuaman, Qoriqancha, Farewell dinner
We visit Saqsayhuaman, spending
the morning marvelling at its
architectural wonders. We learn
of the mystery and legends of how
this stone-walled complex was
constructed.
We connect with the Sacred Trilogy
of the Puma Serpent and Condor and
learn what Incan elders understood
of parallel dimensions. As we walk
through the temple, known as
the womb of Pachamama, we will
experience a process of rebirth.
After visiting other sacred sites
around the mountain, we return to
Cusco for a city tour immersed in the
smiles and laughter of the locals.
We visit Coricancha, one of the most
revered temples, dedicated to the
Sun God, whose walls and floors were
once covered in sheets of gold. In the
evening we gather for our farewell
Dinner.
(Overnight in Cusco at Illa hotel)
Wednesday / Day 11 / Free time in Cusco, Airport transfers
And that’s it! Or rather, that’s hardly it at all! Who can say what inner heights
we will reach? Who can say how the blessing of the Apus will flow in our lives?
It remains here only for us to deliver you in safety and comfort to the airport, in
ample time for your flight home, and to bid you hasta pronto with all the love and
blessings of the Apus.
Reviews
The journey and journeying to
Peru in 2015 were a reminder of
what life can and should be. We
were under the guardianship of
Davina and Nizami, with the
guidance of Puma and his team
of shamans. You could not ask
for better teaching and safety
throughout the journeying as
they were always front and back
there to oversee our comfort,
despite the depth of our journey.
To say it was wonderful is an
understatement as it was truly
breathless. I am grateful to them
for always being resolutely there
as our guardians.
Anthony, London.
The big news is my hearing has
improved! The audiologist was
surprised that the audiogram
had improved ‘quite a lot’. Prior
to yesterday’s test, I had realised
that my mobile rings much
louder than I thought! A big
thank you to Puma, Davina and,
I suppose, myself, for drinking
the medicine with intent.
Helena, London
An exceptionally powerful and
rich experience. The beauty and
history all around us was simply
breathtaking. What a privilege
to be shown this sacred land
through the eyes of a genuine
shaman and mystic. I loved how
I grew closer to the land itself,
her stories, the great condor, the
snake and the puma. As the days
went on, I journeyed inward and
was delighted with revelation
and inner-peace. The logistics
were exceptional and I marvelled
at how the organisers went
above and beyond to cater to all
our needs. I’ve really never seen
anything like it. I absolutely
loved the food and the local
clothing culture. Above all, I was
so touched by the intimate way
the locals treated each other. We
were all invited into the pack, as
brothers and sisters, celebrating
the magic of life together in the
heart of the Andes.
Sergio, London
Watch Rachel
Elnaugh's video
review >
https://youtu.be/lJCe0LD0xb8
Years ago, life put me on the
track of Davina’s book, The
Dream Whisperer. It was a
revelation to discover that my
dreams talk to me. Despite the
dramatic events that happened
in my country the day I flew to
Cuzco, I was able to travel safely.
I will never forget the support
from everyone during our 11 days
together.
My time in Peru is deeply
anchored in me. I felt moved to
be guided by all Puma’s family.
Yet I was not prepared to have
my expectations exceeded. I am
still integrating the richness,
diversity, depth and intensity
of the journey. I dived into the
meditations, melted with the
music, savouring every meal.
My soul feels nourished as
never before. My personal and
professional life are changing for
the better. I highly recommend
Ayni Foundaton to anyone who
feels the call to discover Peru.
Sophie, Paris.
Pilgrimage to Peru 2014
$3400
per person twin sharing*
$1000
Deposit payable on booking
Balance in full by 1 October 2016
Minimum age 18 years • Subject to a minimum number of participants
Not suitable for those with walking difficulties • Contact us for details
Price includes:
+ Soft drinks (not alcohol)
+ All food and entrance fees
+ 3 or 4 star accommodation
+ Transport in Peru
+ Plant medicine
+ Teachings
+ Awesome team who carry
everything we need!
Price does not include:
- Inbound or outbound
flights or connections.
- travel insurance,
- alcohol
- tips (a tradition in this
culture)
- personal purchases
- sleeping bag hire
BOOKING
UK
Davina MacKail
[email protected]
+44(0)7710 454 814
US
Carl Hyatt
[email protected]
+01 603-436-8161
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