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Navigating Your Soul’s Crossroads

Are you at a pivotal moment in your life, perhaps facing a major career change, a profound loss, or the pull of a new calling, and feeling disoriented by uncertainty? Perhaps you feel like who you were is no longer who you need to be, but the path forward feels shrouded in fog.

This journey is for those with a spinning inner compass, eager to honor what they’ve been through and bravely face the future.

Do you yearn for clarity about your evolving purpose, but find yourself torn between security and the unknown? Perhaps you struggle with the fear of letting go or the frustration that your next chapter may be out of reach. This path is for the soul in transition, ready to embrace transformation and chart a course toward renewed meaning.

In the comforting embrace of the Colombian Andes, ceremonies with sacred plants guide you into the depths of your evolving self. Through the illuminating insights of ayahuasca, you will identify which aspects of your past contribute to your growth and which you are ready to release, aligning your intentions with the next phase of your journey.

Surrounded by serene nature and accompanied by integrative practices, such as breathwork to ground you and movement to release, you will learn to embrace ambiguity as a fertile space. Here, you will cultivate the resilience to remain in the unknown, trusting that transformation emerges from the interplay of sincerity, surrender, and intention.

Following visionary experiences, our integration circles and creative expression workshops (writing, art, or guided movement) will help you turn revelations into tangible plans. You will leave equipped with your own tools to set your goals and find community support to carry the momentum of your transformation into your daily life, ensuring that your soul’s evolution continues in your life after the retreat.

At Camino al Sol, our facilitators offer a safe and respectful space where you can fully experience a traditional ayahuasca ceremony. You will learn about the thinking and traditions passed on to us by sacred plants and elder elders. Together, we will study the whys and wherefores of things, how intention shapes experience, and how we can find ways through medicine to improve our lives—in a practical way, rather than in a classroom.

Here, you will join a circle of fellow Guardians: people who value integrity, respect for lineage, and mutual support. We emphasize clear boundaries, trauma-informed care, and shared reflection, ensuring that everyone feels supported from preparation to integration.

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Journeys of Transformation:
What Our Guests Say

  • Find Your Way Forward Here

    “If you are feeling lost, there is no better place to find yourself. This is a journey of reconnection to find your own true north.”

    Jimmy
    Participant

  • A Place to Evolve Anew

    “A truly transformative experience. If you are looking for a place to disconnect from the old and evolve, this is the right place.”

    Lissette
    Participant

  • Get Guidance For Growth

    “A safe place to be vulnerable, express emotions, and receive the ancient guidance needed for your own personal growth and evolution.”
    Eric
    Participant

Our Healers

Our ceremonies are led by respected Taitas from the Muinane and Siona tribes of Colombia, who bring decades of experience working with sacred plant medicines. They are dedicated to sharing the ancestral wisdom of their traditions in a way that honors their cultural heritage while making these powerful healing modalities accessible to those who seek them with respect and sincerity.

All our Shamans are trained Healers and Elders who strictly follow traditions set forth by their ancestors. They prepare the medicine themselves according to sacred traditions, ensuring its purity and potency. View this video to learn a little bit more about Camino al Sol.

Diego Marmolejo

I am Diego, a traditional healer from Puerto Asís, Putumayo. I specialize in developing remedies for all types of illnesses and providing spiritual counseling. For more than 25 years, I’ve received teachings and ancestral wisdom from the elders of the Lower Putumayo region. I’m a husband and father of two children who are also on the path of yagé medicine.

carlos marmolejo ayahuasca master shaman at authentic camino al sol retreats

Carlos Marmolejo

I am Carlos, a traditional healer from the forests of Putumayo, Colombia. My path has been guided by ancestral teachings, sacred ceremonies, and years of service to my community. I am also a musician, photographer and artist, using sound and image as tools for healing. I’m a father and grandfather, living in devotion to the yagé tradition.

Andrea Diaz

I am a woman, wife, mother, and community leader, dedicated to ancestral medicine. My work focuses on the holistic care of families and children, guided by sacred and medicinal plants. For over 25 years, I have practiced ancestral therapies such as body massage, herbal baths, specialized treatments for women, and group workshops.

samuel velez

Samuel Vélez

I’m Samuel Vélez Arismendy, husband, father, and lifelong student on the medicine path. As an apprentice and practitioner, I accompany those who seek to grow, heal, and live with greater purpose. Above all, I’m a human learning how to truly live.

What You Can Expect

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be held in a space of safety, care, and deep intention. Each element of your journey is designed to support your healing, clarity, and transformation — all in harmony with nature and tradition.

  • Airport pickup
  • Ayahuasca ceremonies
  • Bed and bedsheets in shared cabin (optional upgrade to private cabins)
  • Plant baths for cleansing and energetic preparation
  • Homecooked meals
  • Time for reflection, rest, and reconnection with nature

Essential Details for Your Journey

The ideal diet before and after an Ayahuasca (Yagé) ceremony is light, plant-based, and easy to digest. Eat vegetarian meals with low salt, sugar, and fat for at least 3 days before and after your retreat. On the day of ceremony, raw fruits and vegetables are best.
Avoid completely: pork, alcohol, red or heavy meats, fermented foods (cheese, miso, soy sauce, sauerkraut), smoked or processed meats, yeast, and dried fruits.
Stay well-hydrated but avoid excessive water intake directly before or during ceremony.
If you want to learn more you can read our blog post that goes deeper into the ayahuasca diet recommendations.

In our tradition, the menstrual cycle is considered a sacred time of deep spiritual connection. Women who are menstruating do not participate in Ayahuasca ceremonies, both for energetic reasons and to avoid possible adverse reactions with traditional medicines.
We recommend planning retreat dates around your cycle. If your period starts unexpectedly, you’ll be moved to a separate space and offered alternative supportive therapies. This is a gesture of respect, not exclusion.

After booking, you’ll receive a welcome package with all details, including:

  • Packing list: comfortable clothing, toiletries, journal, headlamp, suitable shoes.
  • Flights: fly into Medellín (MDE) or Bogotá (BOG).
  • Airport transfer: we arrange pick-up to bring you to the retreat.
  • Visa: most nationalities can stay in Colombia visa-free for 90 days; check before traveling.

We accept COP, USD, and EUR in cash, as well as bank transfers, Wise/Revolut, and cryptocurrency. ATMs are available in El Retiro and at Medellín Airport. Choose the option that works best for you and contact us for details.

We prioritise safety with medical screenings, experienced shamans, and trained support staff. Each participant completes a health questionnaire before acceptance. Ceremonies maintain a high facilitator-to-participant ratio, and we have first-aid-trained personnel on-site. Ayahuasca is sourced ethically from indigenous communities to ensure purity and respect for tradition.

After booking, we’ll send a welcome package with packing tips, climate advice, and travel logistics. Arrive at Medellín Airport (MDE); our retreat package includes transfer. Begin a “digital detox” before arriving for deeper connection.

Mornings start with a light breakfast, followed by meditation, gentle movement, or nature walks. Afternoons include integration circles, ancestral wisdom talks, or personal reflection. Evenings host the Ayahuasca ceremony or quiet rest, depending on the day. Meals are plant-based and locally sourced.

We offer post-retreat integration workshops, tools for mindfulness and grounding, and connections to our community for ongoing support. Optional follow-up calls or online resources help you apply insights in daily life.

They’re the same medicine—different names and spellings. In Colombia, the local term is Yagé. “Iowaska” is a common phonetic variation.

A ceremony includes an opening circle, guided medicine intake, songs (icaros), and personal reflection. Trained facilitators support participants throughout, ending with a closing sharing circle.

We combine authenticity, safety, and a serene environment in El Retiro, Antioquia. Ceremonies are guided by indigenous Taitas with decades of experience, supported by ethical sourcing and sustainable practices.

Yes. Ayahuasca (Yagé) is legal in Colombia when used in traditional, ceremonial contexts led by recognized indigenous practitioners.

Light, breathable clothing, layers for cool evenings, rain jacket, headlamp, reusable water bottle, sandals, journal, and any personal comfort items.

Absolutely. Many of our guests are first-timers. We provide detailed preparation guidance, personal support, and a safe, caring environment throughout your journey.

El Retiro has a mild mountain climate year-round: warm days (20–24°C / 68–75°F) and cooler evenings (10–14°C / 50–57°F). Rain showers are common, especially in afternoons.

Ready to Walk This Path?

You’ve felt the call — now take the step. If this path speaks to your heart, we invite you to begin your journey with us. Your purpose is waiting.

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