Our Healing Sanctuary
Oasis in the Heart of the Amazon rainforest
Our Healing Sanctuary
Protected Oasis in the Heart of the Amazon rainforest
Welcome to the ideal place for deep healing in the palm of the Amazon...
Caya Shobo is a beautiful and safe healing sanctuary in the Amazon rainforest, near Iquitos in Peru, ideally set up for intensive traditional Shipibo healing.
Immersed in the Amazonian wildlife and surrounded by flowering plant medicines and attractive ponds you will feel embraced by nature’s beauty and vitality.
And our well laid-out grounds with impressive, open-style common facilities create a perfect balance of comfort and safety. Your private lodgings are nestled in forest nooks or close to amenities according to your preference.
You’ll love our warm, welcoming on-site team, who are dedicated to lovingly taking care of you and the property 24×7.
Safely experience Shipibo healing with the Amazonian Master Plants in our beautiful healing sanctuary.
Safely experience Shipibo healing with the Amazonian Master Plants in our beautiful healing sanctuary.
Welcome to the ideal place for deep healing in the palm of the Amazon...
Caya Shobo is a beautiful and safe healing sanctuary in the Amazon rainforest, near Iquitos in Peru, ideally set up for intensive traditional Shipibo healing.
Immersed in the Amazonian wildlife and surrounded by flowering plant medicines and attractive ponds you will feel embraced by nature’s beauty and vitality.
And our well laid-out grounds with impressive, open-style common facilities create a perfect balance of comfort and safety. Your private lodgings are nestled in forest nooks or close to amenities according to your preference.
You’ll love our warm, welcoming on-site team, who are dedicated to lovingly taking care of you and the property 24×7.
This place is truly magical.
The staff are all amazing, helpful, and always smiling. The compound itself is an oasis of solitude."
Katelyn
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Beautiful, safe & convenient
Supporting your deepest healing experience yet
Welcome to the gorgeous entrance gates of the Caya Shobo healing sanctuary
Victoria Regia lilies frequently bloom in our ponds
The Caya Shobo healing sanctuary is a beautiful 8 hectare jungle oasis located just 25 minutes from the airport of Iquitos, one of the safest jungle cities in Peru.
When you enter the stunningly hand-crafted entrance gates, you encounter an open-field of ponds, laden with lily-pads and surrounded by attractive bird and plant life. Your first stop is our open-plan dining hall with impressive high roof, gorgeous live-edge hardwood furnishings and chill-zone with comfortable sofas and wi-fi.
We’ll show you to your room, which may be one of 3 accommodation types according to your booking choice (see below). And we’ll explain some basic safety tips.
A little later you will receive an orientation tour of the facilities. You’ll see our breathtaking ceremonial Maloka space made in the traditional Shipibo style, plant medicine preparation house where Ayahuasca and all plant therapies are made in-house, tranquil massage hut, fun ‘lost city’-styled flower bath cabins; abundant plant medicine gardens and more.
At some point during your retreat you may meet one of our discreet security patrol who are happy to walk you to your room at night if you wish.
If you’ve arrived in time for a meal before your first Ayahuasca Ceremony, you’ll be able to try our delicious and varied, healthy food options, all made with Shipibo Ayahuasca and Master Plant Dieta requirements in mind.
After your program introduction meeting with facilitators and master shamans, you’ll appreciate a rest in your own room, serenaded by bird-song and insect symphonies.
Beautiful, safe & convenient
Supporting your deepest healing experience yet
Welcome to the gorgeous entrance gates of the Caya Shobo healing sanctuary
The Caya Shobo healing sanctuary is a beautiful 8 hectare jungle oasis located just 25 minutes from the airport of Iquitos, one of the safest jungle cities in Peru.
When you enter the stunningly hand-crafted entrance gates, you encounter an open-field of ponds, laden with lily-pads and surrounded by attractive bird and plant life. Your first stop is our open-plan dining hall with impressive high roof, gorgeous live-edge hardwood furnishings and chill-zone with comfortable sofas and wi-fi.
We’ll show you to your room, which may be one of 3 accommodation types according to your booking choice (see below). And we’ll explain some basic safety tips.
A little later you will receive an orientation tour of the facilities. You’ll see our breathtaking ceremonial Maloka space made in the traditional Shipibo style, plant medicine preparation house where Ayahuasca and all plant therapies are made in-house, tranquil massage hut, fun ‘lost city’-styled flower bath cabins; abundant plant medicine gardens and more.
At some point during your retreat you may meet one of our discreet security patrol who are happy to walk you to your room at night if you wish.
If you’ve arrived in time for a meal before your first Ayahuasca Ceremony, you’ll be able to try our delicious and varied, healthy food options, all made with Shipibo Ayahuasca and Master Plant Dieta requirements in mind.
After your program introduction meeting with facilitators and master shamans, you’ll appreciate a rest in your own room, serenaded by bird-song and insect symphonies.
At some point during your retreat you may meet one of our discreet security patrol who are happy to walk you to your room at night if you wish.
If you’ve arrived in time for a meal before your first Ayahuasca Ceremony, you’ll be able to try our delicious and varied, healthy food options, all made with Shipibo Ayahuasca and Master Plant Dieta requirements in mind.
After your program introduction meeting with facilitators and master shamans, you’ll appreciate a rest in your own room, serenaded by bird-song and insect symphonies.
Private Accommodations
We offer 3 accommodation types to suit your budget and comfort-level with jungle immersion. Rooms are for 1 person only.
Standard Rooms
Private Bathroom
Our most affordable accommodation option, these are simple, spacious rooms with a private bathroom. Situated just a short walk from the Dining Room and Maloka this may be a good choice for your first time in the jungle.
Tambos
Shared Bathroom
Tambos are lovely hard-wood structures nestled a little deeper in the forest for a more immersive jungle experience. A shared bathroom is located near the Maloka, requiring a short walk through the jungle.
Deluxe Tambos
Private Bathroom
Our best accommodation option offers Tambo style living with a private bathroom. The beautiful architecture and high ceilings give a feeling of having your own private jungle temple. Ideal for Dieta healing.
The grounds of Caya Shobo are a paradise and contain many spots for contemplation and meditation."
Neil R
12-day Ayahuasca Retreats with Master Plant Dieta
FROM US$2,960
In a small-group setting at our beautiful healing sanctuary, you will receive focused treatment from advanced Shipibo shamans and learn traditional knowledge with our experienced facilitators.
- 8 Ayahuasca Ceremonies
- Maximum 12 guests
- Personalized Shipibo Master Plant Dieta
- Group & Private Consultations
- Shamanic Knowledge Teachings
- Integration & Community Support
12-day Ayahuasca Retreats with Master Plant Dieta
FROM US$2,960
In a small-group setting at our beautiful healing sanctuary, receive focused treatment from advanced Shipibo shamans and learn traditional knowledge with our experienced facilitators.
- – 8 Ayahuasca Ceremonies –
- – Maximum 12 guests –
- – Personalized Shipibo Master Plant Dieta –
- – Group & Private Consultations –
- – Shamanic Knowledge Teachings –
- – Integration & Community Support –
12-day Ayahuasca Retreats with Master Plant Dieta
FROM US$2,960
In a small-group setting at our beautiful healing sanctuary, you will receive focused treatment from advanced Shipibo shamans and learn traditional knowledge with our experienced facilitators.
- 8 Ayahuasca Ceremonies
- Maximum 12 guests
- Personalized Master Plant Dieta
- Group & Private Consultations
- Shamanic Knowledge Teachings
- Integration & Community Support
Delicious, healthy & varied meals
Well suited to Ayahuasca & Master Plant Dieta healing
Every day our friendly chef and cooks prepare a variety of delicious Ayahuasca-friendly and Master Plant Dieta-friendly meals with freshly bought produce from Iquitos markets.
Breakfast typically includes oatmeal pancakes or eggs, fruit salad and yummy Chapo smoothie (made with boiled sweet manzana bananas).
Lunch includes a variety of dishes to suit your preference, including plenty of salads and hot vegetable dishes, rice and/or quinoa, Doncella or Boquichico fish, or quality locally-sourced chicken. A hearty vegetarian soup is served for dinner on non-Ceremony nights.
We don’t include wheat products in our meals, and we are happy to accommodate other special dietary requirements. Please let us know when making your reservation for your Ayahuasca Retreat.
Delicious, healthy & varied meals
Well suited to Ayahuasca & Master Plant Dieta healing
Every day our friendly chef and cooks prepare a variety of delicious Ayahuasca-friendly and Master Plant Dieta-friendly meals with freshly bought produce from Iquitos markets.
Breakfast typically includes oatmeal pancakes or eggs, fruit salad and yummy Chapo smoothie (made with boiled sweet manzana bananas).
Lunch includes a variety of dishes to suit your preference, including plenty of salads and hot vegetable dishes, rice and/or quinoa, Doncella or Boquichico fish, or quality locally-sourced chicken. A hearty vegetarian soup is served for dinner on non-Ceremony nights.
We don’t include wheat products in our meals, and we are happy to accommodate other special dietary requirements. Please let us know when making your reservation for your Ayahuasca Retreat.
Caya Shobo is in the natural environment of the Shipibo shamans and the Amazonian plant medicines.
This is the ideal healing sanctuary to connect with Ayahuasca and the Master Plants.
Electricity & Safe Drinking Water
Showers fed with fresh running lagoon water
Caya Shobo is off-grid, powered by our own generator which needs time to cool off and rest at various times throughout the day. Electricity is available in the early mornings, during lunch preparation, and in the early evenings.
Being off-grid, we are not connected to a municipal supply of potable water. We buy filtered drinking water from an Iquitos supplier who we consider to have the best quality and best tasting water in the area.
In our showers and sink taps the water comes from our own lagoon which is fed by a constantly running stream. This water is not potable, and may sometimes be discolored with natural sediment that is stirred up with rain. This water is safe for showering and washing hands.
Electricity & Safe Drinking Water
Showers fed with fresh running lagoon water
Caya Shobo is off-grid, powered by our own generator which needs time to cool off and rest at various times throughout the day. Electricity is available in the early mornings, during lunch preparation, and in the early evenings.
Being off-grid, we are not connected to a municipal supply of potable water. We buy filtered drinking water from an Iquitos supplier who we consider to have the best quality and best tasting water in the area.
In our showers and sink taps the water comes from our own lagoon which is fed by a constantly running stream. This water is not potable, and may sometimes be discolored with natural sediment that is stirred up with rain. This water is safe for showering and washing hands.
Learn more about our Ayahuasca Retreats at an Info Session
Our experienced facilitators will share more about our beautiful healing sanctuary
Things to expect in the jungle
Warm, humid & full of life - in all its stages
The Amazon jungle is teeming with life and everything is in a constant, rapid process of renewal. There’s beautiful wildlife like exotic birds, monkeys, sloths, frogs, sloths and iguana. But there’s also sometimes scary creatures like snakes, bats, spiders and other insects.
It’s warm, humid and there’s tonnes of fresh air. But there’s also fungus, dust, pollen, leaves and decay. Small animal droppings and insects are a fact of life. Our maintenance team are dedicated to ensuring our structures and spaces remain sound and clean. But we obviously cannot completely sanitize your experience of the constant explosion of life in the jungle.
It’s not that common to meet a snake. But if you do, our maintenance and security team is at hand to keep you (and the snake) safe. We keep anti-venom medication on site, although we have never had the need to use it.
Generally the noises of jungle life are supportive to healing and relaxation. Sometimes though, it can feel disruptive, including from small town settlements nearby as sound carries easily over the jungle. We do our best to maintain the tranquility and most of the time that’s how it is.
If you can put up with a shift from the ideal of perfect Western order you will love the healing energy of nature at its richest. If you’re just feeling a little nervous, don’t be. Our wonderfully caring team will take care and help you feel right at home!
Things to expect in the jungle
Warm, humid & full of life - in all its stages
The Amazon jungle is teeming with life and everything is in a constant, rapid process of renewal. There’s beautiful wildlife like exotic birds, monkeys, sloths, frogs, sloths and iguana. But there’s also sometimes scary creatures like snakes, bats, spiders and other insects.
It’s warm, humid and there’s tonnes of fresh air. But there’s also fungus, dust, pollen, leaves and decay. Small animal droppings and insects are a fact of life. Our maintenance team are dedicated to ensuring our structures and spaces remain sound and clean. But we obviously cannot completely sanitize your experience of the constant explosion of life in the jungle.
It’s not that common to meet a snake. But if you do, our maintenance and security team is at hand to keep you (and the snake) safe. We keep anti-venom medication on site, although we have never had the need to use it.
Generally the noises of jungle life are supportive to healing and relaxation. Sometimes though, it can feel disruptive, including from small town settlements nearby as sound carries easily over the jungle. We do our best to maintain the tranquility and most of the time that’s how it is.
If you can put up with a shift from the ideal of perfect Western order you will love the healing energy of nature at its richest. If you’re just feeling a little nervous, don’t be. Our wonderfully caring team will take care and help you feel right at home!