Women's Detox Plant Medicine Retreat

Manglaralto, Ecuador

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Ayllu Medicina
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Apr 19 - 26, 2025
Group size: 9 - 13
Women's Detox Plant Medicine Retreat
Manglaralto, Ecuador

Ayllu Medicina
  • Email address verified
27 reviews

$2,444
Deposit: $400
Apr 19 - 26, 2025
Group size: 9 - 13

About this trip

- Join us on the beautiful coast of Ecuador to experience the magic of women gathering together with shared intention, remembering the ancient ways of our elders, and empowering ourselves through our cyclical nature once more.  


- Learn how to connect to your cyclical nature, close cycles consciously, and work with your womb, the most powerful technology there is, instead of falling victim to it. 


- Meet with the sacred plant medicines of Ayawaska and San Pedro, along with sweat lodges, rituals, yoga, meditations, and ancient wisdom workshops to let go of what no longer serves you. Reclaim your voice and your space by taking a sacred pause to dive deep into your inner world. 


- Gain a supportive female community that recognizes the power of supporting each other, sharing wisdom, and rising together. 


Did you know that the hormone oxytocin is released when women gather together in a supportive environment? Experience the magic and profound healing that can occur when in a supportive sisterhood at our women's retreat. Whether you have experience gathering with women previously or not, this retreat is for you.


Ayllu Medicina's Women's Detox Plant Medicine Retreat in April 2025 is designed to help you remember the ancient wisdom within, the importance of honoring our cyclical nature, and empowering yourself through it. Learn invaluable knowledge about ways to connect to your feminine principle, starting by taking the courage to take a pause, put yourself first, and retreat inwards. 


This transformational women's retreat is full of powerful workshops, ceremonies, yoga led by our experienced teacher, and activities, along with nourishing food, snacks, and rest time, so you can go deep into your inner nature. 


Learn more about why a women's retreat is empowering here


Ceremonies

Purifying your body, mind, and spirit can help you align with your heart, which is why we include different types of ceremonies as part of our women's retreat. These ceremonies are led by our experienced guides, honoring the ancient traditions from which they come. 


Plant Medicine Ceremonies 


We will gather together in an Ayawaska ceremony and two San Pedro ceremonies. Ayawaska is often compared to a wise Grandmother, and like an onion, she can help you find your center and let go of what no longer serves you. 


Grandfather San Pedro is the healing masculine energy, helping you find alignment and open your heart once more, ready to take flight. We will meet with Grandfather San Pedro twice in two different types of ceremonies; a medicine sweat lodge and a power walk. 


We will provide preparation support, and we hold circles during our plant medicine retreats to discuss any questions you may have in advance. After our plant medicine ceremonies, we also have sharing circles, so you can share any pearls from your ceremony experience. Some women have sat in ceremonies previously, whereas, for others, it is their first time meeting with the plant medicines. 


Sweat Lodges 


There will also be multiple women's sweat lodges (temazcales) throughout the plant medicine retreat week. Enter the womb of Mother Earth to integrate, purify, and experience rebirth. 


Our volcanic grandmother stones are heated in the fire and are placed in the womb, the sweat lodge. Different incenses are placed on the stones before the door closes, and the heat begins to rise as water is poured over the stones. We share prayers and songs to guide each round.


Womb Technology Workshops

Connect to your feminine cyclical nature and learn how to work with it instead of against it, which changes your life in many ways. Find empowerment by aligning with your womb and understanding its technology. Workshops will include meditation to close cycles, the 13-moon calendar, understanding our seasons, unbinding rituals, female and male energetics, Ancient Teachings of the inner technology, and secondary functions of the womb. 


Watch Hwaneetah's interview with Breathe and Flow to learn more about what this retreat will be focusing on: https://youtu.be/_X9LkyK4bHw?si=2yUAopYAML8EsMVv


Yoga, breathwork, meditation

Join us for daily yoga classes catered to all levels led by Vanessa, our experienced yoga teacher. She has over 1000 hours teaching students from around the world. She studied under the guidance of Yogi Vishvketu in the style of Akhanda yoga in Canada, is a yoga teacher trainer, has level 2 Reiki and has been studying Ayurveda for 12 years - she is a practitioner and teaches certified courses. 


More recently she has completed a Masters Program in Pranayama with over 200 hrs of study,  and is now a Yoga Nidra and Meditation Faciliator.


There will also be guided breathwork and meditation to help you connect with your true essence. 

The Location

Ayllu Medicina is based on the coast of Ecuador, in Manglaralto, situated near the world-famous surf capital of Montañita and the peaceful haven of Ayampe. 


Immerse yourself in nature in our retreat space, which is perfect for renewal. It is magical during ceremonies to hear the sounds of all the nature around, from the birds singing to the waves crashing. 


You can easily access the beach, which is a ten-minute walk from the accommodation. The accommodation has everything you need to be comfortable, feel at peace, and retreat inwards during your stay, including a swimming pool with ocean views, one of the best spots to enjoy Ecuador's sunsets! 


Rooms include air conditioning, large comfortable double beds, and hot water.  


Do you plan to stay for longer? We are happy to offer recommendations for where to stay and where to visit pre or post-retreat. 



The Ayllu Medicina Team

Your plant medicine experience and healing process will be led by Hwaneetah and supported by her husband, Aime, medicine man of the Sacred Fire of Itzachilatlan, a medicine family based in the Ecuadorian Andes. Their purpose is to share medicine, prayers, music, and intention for healing with whoever is called to share in this journey. These two healers are well-known in the region for their music, resonant prayers, and heart-opening medicine. 


Aime and Hwaneetah speak fluent English, Spanish, and French and have been working with medicine for over 20 years, along with other healing modalities.  


Hwaneetah was initiated and certified in Sacred Geometry by Drunvalo Melchizedek, an internationally celebrated spiritual visionary who is known for defining the Merkaba and the flower of life. She also studied in the Mystery School Yotolon of hermetic sciences, which focuses on the nexus between science, philosophy, and spirit. 


In this school, she also learned about neo-shamanism, or new ways of seeking visions and healing, and directed the female part of the school for six years, developing a branch of study called the Technology of the Womb. She is currently writing a book based on her studies on awakening all of the secondary functioning of the womb with our consciousness.  


Hwaneetah is also a quantum holonomic healer, canupa carrier, sun dancer, and runs sweat lodges. She also supports her husband, Aime, during ceremonies with traditional songs, instruments, incense, and holding sacred female energy in the space of medicine. She also shares her knowledge about womb healing through workshops and 1:1 sessions.


You can watch Hwaneetah's talk on ancient womb technology on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_X9LkyK4bHw


The Ayllu Medicina team will be supporting you throughout your retreat week; you can learn more about our medicine guides and facilitators on our website under 'team'. We also have a great kitchen team who will be providing nutritious food and drinks throughout the week. 


Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. We will also be providing orientation support, and there are options for integration sessions post-retreat. You can also choose from other add-ons, such as a 1:1 moon session with Hwaneetah or a shamanic cleansing with Aime. 


What’s included

  • Opening Fire Ceremony
    Call to the four winds & directions to set our main intention for retreat, reconnecting with the Sacred Fire of our hearts. Release old patterns & unwanted energies with a Tobacco cleanse.
  • Womb Technology Circles
    Learn about ancient womb technology, the feminine principle, and other ancient teachings in our wisdom circles. Learn how women are cyclical in nature and how to connect with the power of the womb.
  • Sacred Wisdom Workshops
    Recall ancient wisdom such as Male and Female energy dynamics, Sacred Geometry and Merkaba Science.
  • Sweat Lodge Ceremonies
    Connect to the purifying medicine of the sweat lodge (temazcal). Through incenses, steam, songs, & prayers, we release stress, tension, and detoxify the mind, body and soul.
  • One Ayawaska Ceremony
    Sit with the medicine of Ayawaska, also known as Grandma Ayawaska for her feminine energy. Dive deeper into your inner world during this night ceremony.
  • San Pedro Power Walk
    With the second San Pedro ceremony, we will go on a power walk in nature, sitting by a river to share songs, pray, and give offerings to the Earth.
  • San Pedro Temazcal
    Meet with the Grandfather medicine of South America, San Pedro. Connect to your heart's center, let go, and raise your flight with this healing masculine energy in the womb of Mother Earth.
  • Unbinding Ritual
    A ritual that include removing energetic codependent cords with the fire.
  • Yoga & Breathwork
    Start your day with daily yoga and breathwork by certified yoga teachers. All levels welcome.
  • Meditation
    Learn meditation techniques to help guide you throughout the week and beyond.
  • Sharing Circles
    Integrate your ceremony experiences in our sharing circles.
  • Song Circles
    Connect to the medicine of music and learn some plant medicine songs when we gather to sing. No previous experience required!
  • Ancient Spa Ritual
    Enjoy a Ancient Spa Ritual after our San Pedro Ceremony
  • Ice Baths and More
    Learn other rituals to purify such as a Shamanic Drum Journey and ice baths.
  • 3 Daily Nutritious Meals
    Our local chefs provide plant-based, healthy meals aligned with the plant medicine dietas. Enjoy healthy nourishing plant based cuisine, which will support you during the detox week.
  • Healthy Snacks & Drinks
    Our kitchen will be ready to provide you with local tropical fresh fruits, smoothies, juices, and other homemade snacks throughout the day. Try different drinks native to Ecuador, like Guayusa.
  • Accommodation
    Enjoy Ecuador coastal living with our comfortable accommodation, which allows you to fully retreat inwards. Enjoy ocean views, a pool, & relaxation. Rooms include AC, hot water & private bathrooms.
  • Pre-arrival Preparation
    Speak to one of our Ayllu Medicina team members on a video orientation call to discuss preparation advice, your intentions for this retreat and any questions you may have.
  • Closing Fire Ceremony
    Close the week and directions with your retreat group, so you can begin the next part of your journey!

What’s not included

  • Flights
    It is recommended to fly into Guayaquil airport or Manta airport unless you are already based in Ecuador.
  • Airport pick-up
    We can arrange transportation for you via taxi. Rates are between $60-$100 depending on location.

Available Packages

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Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival

- Arrive at our retreat space and settle into your accommodation. 


- Enjoy a welcome lunch and meet the rest of the group. 


- Set your intentions and open the retreat week with our opening fire ceremony. 


- Opening women's sweat lodge to purify (temazcal)


- Dinner


The schedule is subject to change. Before the retreat, you will receive a retreat-specific agenda. We can guarantee there will be time to integrate, rest, and find some quiet time between activities. 

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- In our Ayllu Medicina community, we believe that a new way of life is possible -living in peace, love, dignity, and joy. - We believe in reconnecting the elements, fire, wind, Earth, and water to understand your own inner nature. - We believe everything is medicine, from food and water to music and meditation. Life is a ceremony to be enjoyed with intention. - We believe that the journey of healing begins by taking a pause and looking inside. Our plant medicine retreats on the coast of Ecuador are here to help you do this.

Reviews

BP
Ayllu Medicina is a life changing experience. The entire team (from the amazing chefs to Hwaneetah and Aime) create the most inviting, loving, and safe environment. The planning of the entire retreat is created with an abundance of intention and love. I am so thankful to everyone who contributes to this experience (including all of the guests). Hwaneetah and Aime are exceptionally special. I cannot put into words how magical they are. Their wisdom, their music, their plants - is medicine! Medicine that helps you in more ways than you'll ever imagine. It's powerful and beautiful. If this type of experience is calling to you, I am telling you this is the one. Ayllu Medicina is more than a 'retreat' - it's a family that you join and one that you become so proud to be apart of!
By Brad P for New Year Detox Plant Medicine Retreat on Jan 30, 2025
There are no words that can describe HOW life-giving this retreat is. Aime and Hwaneetah truly invite you into their beautiful family, and hold such a safe, sacred space to grow, to heal, to bliss. I want to go back every year - medicine for the soul.
By Anita M for New Year Detox Plant Medicine Retreat on Jan 20, 2025
Amazing time and experiences. The staff were above and beyond knowledgeable, kind, caring, and looking out for our best interests throughout the week. Everything about the week was superb! We hope to be back sooner than later. Thank you, Ayllu, for everything.
By Becky T for New Year Detox Plant Medicine Retreat on Jan 20, 2025
A truly transformational experience. I can’t imagine a better place to explore plant medicine. Every aspect of the retreat is thoughtfully designed to provide an exceptional experience, facilitate transformation, and help you achieve your intentions—from the delicious vegan food to the carefully curated daily schedule. The professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care of the entire team are beyond words. Their wisdom, love, and unwavering support are truly priceless. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone seeking a reset for their soul. Much love and a big thank you, Familia Ayllu!
By Anastasiia C for Meditation & Plant Medicine Retreat on Dec 02, 2024
It was amazing. Thank you Ayllu Medicina and the we travel team
By Stefan B for Journey to the Heart Retreat on Jul 02, 2024
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The singing bowls and yin yoga a perfect blend, so grateful Jenna and Emma!!! Keep me posted!!!!!
By Adriana S on 01 Jun, 2024
Ayllu Medicina is an incredible place with an incomparable family that makes these life-changing retreats possible. If you have considered plant medicines and are trying to discover the place to do so, I cannot recommend their retreats highly enough. I've had the privilege to know Hwaneetah and Aimé since 2019 undergoing my first retreat with them and hoped I would have the opportunity to see them in future. The amazing group that has joined their efforts since then (Jillian, Mika, Vanessa, Emma, and the lovely family that helps care for the retreat space and meals) have helped create magical, comprehensive, and powerful retreat weeks that cannot be fully described in words but will certainly be felt if you have the good fortune to attend one. Wonderful facilities, food, yoga, sharing circles, and meditations are just the tip of the iceberg of the beautiful week you will experience. The ceremonies will speak for themselves in their power and beauty. I recommend Ayllu to all family and friends who ask about my experiences. Aho!
By Jaimie H on 26 Jul, 2023
KD
The team, the community, the LOVE that exists at the core of Ayllu Medicina - is second to absolutely none. The week with Aime, Hwaneetah, Mika, Jillian, Emma, Drew & more was one of the most profound, life-changing, and LIFE GIVING weeks of my life. In fact, it was the most profound week of my life. You have never felt so held, so cared for, & so welcomed like you have with this familia. The attention to detail, the programming, and the reverence for nature - our nature - will leave an impact on you for the rest of your life. Do yourself a favor and give yourself permission to be re-birthed. To be transformed from the inside out.
By Kyle D on 24 Apr, 2023
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