Insights and reflections on the sacred Amazonian brew known as yagé (ayahuasca), used in traditional medicine ceremonies for healing and spiritual growth.
Ayahuasca, often called the “vine of the soul” or “spirit rope,” is a sacred plant brew from the Amazon rainforest. For centuries, Indigenous peoples in Peru, Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador have prepared it in ceremony as a medicine for healing and spiritual guidance. More than a drink, ayahuasca is considered…
Over the last decade, scientists have begun to describe what Indigenous peoples of the Amazon have always known: plant medicines like yagé (ayahuasca) can help us see, feel, and live differently. Neuroscience calls this neuroplasticity — the brain’s ability to form new pathways. Elders might say: “the word becomes clear,…
Walking the medicine path in the mountains of Antioquia, at Camino al Sol and within the territory of Yaogara, we are constantly reminded that the real ceremony is life itself. Drinking yagé (ayahuasca) is only one moment — what truly matters is how we live, how we integrate, and how…
Choosing a retreat is the first act of responsibility. This guide shows how to evaluate options in Medellín: lineage, safety, group size, and integration. For a full city overview, see our main page on ayahuasca in Medellín. Common Pitfalls When Choosing an Ayahuasca Retreat in Medellín Before you decide, watch…
People who first encounter the medicine often wonder: what is the meaning of ayahuasca? Is it simply a plant? A psychedelic brew? A spiritual ceremony? Or something deeper — a pathway toward healing and self-discovery? The word itself comes from the Quechua language, spoken across the Andes and Amazon: “aya”…
The sacred Amazonian brew known as ayahuasca — or yagé in Colombia — has captured global attention. People from all walks of life are asking: What are the real benefits of ayahuasca? The answers are layered. There are profound stories of emotional healing, clarity of purpose, and spiritual awakening. There…
Iowaska is the way many people spell ayahuasca — also known in Colombia as yagé, the sacred “vine of the soul.” This Amazonian plant brew, prepared from the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and chacruna leaves, is not a trend or shortcut. It is a teacher held within Indigenous lineages, carried through…
When Sarah boarded her flight from Europe to Medellín, she wasn’t looking for a vacation. She was seeking something deeper—healing from years of unresolved grief, clarity about her life path, and a reconnection to something she couldn’t name. What she found in her ayahuasca experience in Colombia would stay with…
The calling to work with ayahuasca—or yagé, as it’s known in Colombia—is profound and sacred. But with that calling comes a responsibility: to approach this ancient medicine with the respect, preparation, and discernment it deserves. Short on time? If you prefer a vetted option, see our Authentic Ayahuasca Retreat in…
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