In the Shipibo tradition, the path to becoming a curandero ceremonial space holder is a long, disciplined journey—comparable in many ways to a form of medical school. It requires years of apprenticeship with a teacher (maestro) and extended periods of isolation while working with various master plants through dietas. During these dietas, one not only learns from the plants but also undergoes deep personal healing, which is an essential part of the process.
True ayahuasqueros have spent significant time in ceremony with ayahuasca and prolonged dieta’s themselves (8-10 years), facing and healing their own wounds. The learning continues through the plants—they become the true teachers. The path looks different for everyone and depends on many factors: the length and frequency of your dietas, which plants you're dieting, your level of personal healing, your discipline, your ability to fast and maintain focus, and even your gender—all of these influence the depth and speed of your process.
Reshin Nika follows this traditional way. Before considering anyone for apprenticeship or training in this sacred work, he requires that you first sit in ceremony with him and complete a minimum 14-day dieta under his guidance. This time allows him to assess not only your sincerity, commitment, and readiness—but also to begin the energetic connection that is essential between teacher and student in this path.
If, after that, he feels it is aligned, you may be invited to begin learning more deeply. The training unfolds gradually, with great care and respect, and can take anywhere from 6 months to years—depending on your process.
If you’re ready to begin this profound journey, or if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We look forward to supporting you every step of the way.
Send us a message—we’re happy to assist you.
Travel Notes:
Transportation from Pucallpa Airport to the healing center, and back to airport (or hotel) is included. We recommend arriving in the morning or early afternoon. Late arrivals may require an overnight stay in Pucallpa before traveling to the center the following day.
Deposit & Booking Terms
By submitting your deposit, you acknowledge that payments are made directly to Reshin Nika in Peru. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, Reshin Nika may, at his sole discretion, apply your deposit to a future retreat within 12 months, subject to availability.
Participation in a traditional Amazonian plant medicine retreat involves inherent physical, psychological, emotional, and travel-related risks. By booking, you acknowledge and accept these risks.
In the Shipibo tradition, the path to becoming a curandero ceremonial space holder is a long, disciplined journey—comparable in many ways to a form of medical school. It requires years of apprenticeship with a teacher (maestro) and extended periods of isolation while working with various master plants through dietas. During these dietas, one not only learns from the plants but also undergoes deep personal healing, which is an essential part of the process.
True ayahuasqueros have spent significant time in ceremony with ayahuasca and prolonged dieta’s themselves (8-10 years), facing and healing their own wounds. The learning continues through the plants—they become the true teachers. The path looks different for everyone and depends on many factors: the length and frequency of your dietas, which plants you're dieting, your level of personal healing, your discipline, your ability to fast and maintain focus, and even your gender—all of these influence the depth and speed of your process.
Reshin Nika follows this traditional way. Before considering anyone for apprenticeship or training in this sacred work, he requires that you first sit in ceremony with him and complete a minimum 14-day dieta under his guidance. This time allows him to assess not only your sincerity, commitment, and readiness—but also to begin the energetic connection that is essential between teacher and student in this path.
If, after that, he feels it is aligned, you may be invited to begin learning more deeply. The training unfolds gradually, with great care and respect, and can take anywhere from 6 months to years—depending on your process.
If you’re ready to begin this profound journey, or if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We look forward to supporting you every step of the way.
Send us a message—we’re happy to assist you.
Travel Notes:
Transportation from Pucallpa Airport to the healing center, and back to airport (or hotel) is included. We recommend arriving in the morning or early afternoon. Late arrivals may require an overnight stay in Pucallpa before traveling to the center the following day.
Deposit & Booking Terms
By submitting your deposit, you acknowledge that payments are made directly to Reshin Nika in Peru. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, Reshin Nika may, at his sole discretion, apply your deposit to a future retreat within 12 months, subject to availability.
Participation in a traditional Amazonian plant medicine retreat involves inherent physical, psychological, emotional, and travel-related risks. By booking, you acknowledge and accept these risks.
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