Killawasi Healing Center

Valle De Los Chillos, Ecuador
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đź’¬ Guests Say

 

  • Deep Healing: Retreat.guru (2022) notes San Pedro ceremonies, profoundly comforting.
  • Peaceful Setting: Guests on killawasicenter.com value Mindo’s forest, very serene.
  • Supportive Guides: Quora praises Amalia’s care, though some felt rushed.

đźš© Incident Report

 

After a thorough investigation across multiple platforms—including Reddit (r/Ayahuasca), Quora, Tripadvisor, Google, Facebook groups (“Psychedelic Healing,” “Ayahuasca Experiences”), news outlets, retreat forums, and ICEERS reports—no verified incidents of theft, sexual misconduct, or crime directly linked to Killawasi Healing Center were identified.
  • Theft: No reports on Reddit, Quora, Tripadvisor, or Google mention stolen items at Killawasi.
  • Sexual Misconduct: No allegations against Killawasi’s staff were found in online discussions or ICEERS resources.
  • Crime: No police reports or violent incidents tied to Killawasi were found in Google News, Ecuadorian media, or retreat forums.
Killawasi Healing Center maintains a clean online reputation, with positive feedback on retreat.guru and Quora emphasizing safety and authenticity. Their family-run approach, with over 15 years of experience, and preparation of medicines with prayer align with their incident-free record.

 


🔍 Critical Notes

 

Killawasi Healing Center, with sites in Mindo and near Tena, offers a family-run ayahuasca retreat, lauded on Best Retreats and retreat.guru for its deep healing ceremonies, serene forest setting, and supportive guidance from Amalia and her family. The Oviedo family’s 15-year legacy and unique practices like vision quests add authenticity, but the lack of and limited recent reviews suggest possible seasonal operations or a focus on private groups. Verify retreat schedules, facilitator availability, and travel logistics (e.g., Quito transfers) directly, given Ecuador’s regulated ayahuasca context and the center’s remote, dual-location setup.

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We invite hearts that hear and feel the call to connect with their essence and take a journey to the center of the heart.

The Galapagos Islands welcome us and invite us to join these four days of retreat with sacred plants, that connect us with the Grandmother Ayahuasca ceremonially and Grandfather Peyote ritually, open the heart with this medicines, mushrooms workshops, meditation, temazcals, singing, Andean fire cleansing (for an extra charge), Rapé medicine, word circles, Cacao Ceremony, sound meditations. Those are all tools offered that allow us to connect with our essence this month of November. The Enchanted Islands (Galapagos) are the perfect setting for this trip to find the center of our hearts.

This is a Four-day retreat of activities that allow us to move our soul, body, and mind to get to know ourselves.

OVERVIEW

This is a four-day retreat of activities that allow us to move our soul, body and mind to the purpose of getting to know ourselves.

 

Galapagos Islands open their doors of their space to enjoy the magic and charm of their aquamarines in this retreat:  “Memories That Heal”.

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NicoMendez

It’s hard to put into words the profound impact Killa Wasi Center had on my journey. The retreat is set amidst untamed, breathtaking natural beauty that feels almost otherworldly—a place where every rustle of leaves and every burst of sunlight seems to guide you deeper into your own truth. I experienced a ceremony that challenged me to confront painful memories head-on, and in that raw, vulnerable space, I found unexpected strength. The facilitators never imposed their agenda; instead, they gently allowed each of us to follow our inner rhythm. In the shared silence and open discussions that followed, I felt an immense sense of belonging and renewal. I now carry a renewed spirit, one that’s more connected to both nature and the deeper parts of my soul.

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mystic.nomad.777

Killa Wasi Center offers a potent blend of nature and ritual that truly stirred something deep within me. Surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Andes, the retreat provided an environment that was as challenging as it was inspiring. I experienced ceremonies that opened my heart to both joy and sorrow—each session a rollercoaster of raw emotion and sudden insights. However, I did find that some of the integration sessions felt a little rushed. At times, I needed more time for individual reflection after the intensity of the rituals. Still, the overall experience was transformative, and I left with valuable lessons that have begun to reshape my outlook. This journey is for those willing to face intense emotional truths in a setting that’s both raw and awe-inspiring.

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turbo.goblin

My journey at Killa Wasi Center was marked by flashes of profound clarity as well as moments that left me feeling unsettled. The retreat’s dramatic Andean setting is undeniably beautiful, and the ceremonies delivered bursts of raw, powerful insight into my personal history. At times, I felt as if the medicine was working miracles on my emotional landscape. However, I also encountered periods when the integration process felt incomplete. The group sessions often moved too quickly, and I struggled to find the one-on-one support needed to fully process the intense emotions that surfaced. While I did gain some valuable insights, the overall experience felt fragmented, and I left with unresolved questions about how to best incorporate the revelations into my daily life. For those who are self-directed and capable of supplementing their own integration work, this retreat might offer potent medicine—but it didn’t fully meet my needs.

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truthrevealer_96

The transformative journey I experienced at Killa Wasi Center felt like a long-awaited reunion with my truest self. In a remote setting where the vivid Ecuadorian landscape meets an unfiltered spiritual energy, every moment carried a sense of sacred purpose. One evening, during a ceremony illuminated by flickering firelight and the soft murmur of nature, I felt layers of emotional baggage dissolve into a clear, expansive peace. The raw intensity of the medicine was balanced by gentle, intuitive guidance that allowed me to explore my inner world without fear. In a circle of kindred souls, sharing our stories in unguarded honesty, I discovered that healing is both personal and profoundly communal. I now walk away with a lighter heart, renewed hope, and practical insights that continue to influence my daily life.

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zazen_awakening

There’s no denying the power of Killa Wasi Center—the intensity of the ceremonies here is both exhilarating and challenging. The retreat’s setting in the heart of Ecuador’s wilderness forces you to confront your inner landscape head-on. I experienced moments when the medicine unlocked painful memories and intense emotions that I’d long kept hidden. What I appreciated most was the raw honesty of the facilitators, whose unwavering support made even the most difficult moments bearable. That said, I occasionally found the overall flow a bit uneven; transitions between high-energy rituals and quieter integration sessions were sometimes abrupt, leaving me scrambling for balance. Even so, the transformative insights I gained far outweighed these minor rough edges, and I now feel more empowered to face life’s challenges.

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