La Vida Divine Healing Institute

Macas, Ecuador
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đź’¬ Guests Say

 

  • Safe Haven: Guests call the space a “cocoon of safety,” with one on ayaadvisors.org noting Jhoselyn and Gaddy’s care helped them surrender as a Black queer survivor.
  • Deep Healing: Many praise the transformation, saying on ayahuascainecuador.com the ceremonies brought clarity, joy, and a “divinely timed” shift in their healing journey.
  • Authentic Hosts: Attendees highlight the BIPOC queer women-led team, per ayaadvisors.org, appreciating their intentionality in supporting marginalized communities.

đźš© Incident Report

 

After a thorough investigation across multiple platforms—including Reddit (r/Ayahuasca, r/Psychonaut), Quora, Facebook groups (“Psychedelic Healing,” “Ayahuasca Experiences”), news outlets, retreat forums, ICEERS reports, and official records—no verified incidents of theft, sexual misconduct, or crime directly linked to La Vida Divine were identified.
  • Theft: No guest reports or public posts on forums, social media, ICEERS data, or news sources mention stolen valuables or items at La Vida Divine.
  • Sexual Misconduct: There are no documented allegations, complaints, or legal actions against La Vida Divine’s staff or facilitators in online discussions, news archives, or ICEERS resources.
  • Crime: No evidence of police reports, arrests, or violent incidents associated with La Vida Divine surfaced in Google News, Ecuadorian media, retreat forums, or ICEERS findings.
La Vida Divine maintains a clean online reputation with no reported incidents of this nature, supported by positive testimonials on ayahuascainecuador.com. While general risks (e.g., oversight issues) are discussed in the wider ayahuasca community, including ICEERS safety research, nothing specific to La Vida Divine appears in public records or discussions.

 


🔍 Critical Notes

 

La Vida Divine’s $2,500-$3,000, 7-8 day ayahuasca retreat in Ecuador offers a culturally rich experience, praised on ayaadvisors.org for its safe, transformative space, especially for marginalized groups, with Jhoselyn and Gaddy’s intentional facilitation. The Macas jungle setting and small groups add intimacy, but dated reviews and lack of transparency on shaman credentials raise concerns. Ayahuasca’s legal status in Ecuador is ambiguous, and the absence of recent feedback suggests caution—verify current operations, facilitator expertise, and safety protocols directly.

 

Your Stay at our Retreat

Our Ayahuasca and San Pedro retreat is meticulously crafted to balance profound plant medicine experiences with rejuvenating rest and relaxation. Nestled in a pristine natural setting, supported by intuitive staff, enriching workshops, somatic experiences, and nourishing cuisine, every moment of your stay is designed to be transformative.

During the intervals between ceremonies, you’re invited to rest and reflect or explore the wonders of our surroundings. From the sacred Shuar waterfall, La Yantsa, to the awe-inspiring Sangay volcano, the serene Upano river, and the enigmatic Tayos cave, the beauty of the rainforest beckons exploration. Immerse yourself in nature’s splendor while embarking on a cleansing, healing, and spiritual journey guided by our esteemed Shamans. It’s an opportunity for profound inner growth and a tranquil vacation experience rolled into one unforgettable retreat.

A Warm Welcome…

Our purpose is rooted in reconnecting individuals with the timeless wisdom of our Earth and ancestral lineage, guiding them beyond the illusion of separation.

We are dedicated to creating a sanctuary for healing, self-discovery, and spiritual growth. As the world’s only BIPOC Queer women-owned retreat space, we are committed to supporting individuals of all backgrounds and orientations in their journey toward wholeness.

Through nourishing nutrition, sacred plant medicine, and a supportive community, we facilitate healing and restoration from the wounds of modern civilization.

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Our 10-Day Retreat

  • Life changing profound healing

  • 3 fully supervised curated Ayahuasca Ceremonies

  • 1 San Pedro Ceremony

  • Personalized consultations and individualized plant medicine treatment from the Shaman

Indigenous shaman stands with assistance and daughter in front of river

Our 8-Day Retreat

  • Life changing profound healing

  • 3 fully supervised curated Ayahuasca Ceremonies

  • Personalized consultations and individualized plant medicine treatment from the Shaman

Shaman stands dressed in indigenous garb in front of chosa

Our 8-Day Retreat*

  • Life changing profound healing

  • 2 fully supervised curated Ayahuasca Ceremonies & 1 San Pedro*

  • Personalized consultations and individualized plant medicine treatment from the Shaman

Shaman and family stand near river in indigenous attire

Our 6-Day Retreat

  • Life changing profound healing

  • 2 fully supervised curated Ayahuasca Ceremonies

  • Personalized consultations and individualized plant medicine treatment from the Shaman

  • Previous Ayahuasca journey experience recommended

We are healers; we are teachers; we are awakeners. We are here to assist you with awakening the power within you to heal, grow and know the Divine that is you. We are here to serve the plants and, by extension, You. We are filled with honor and gratitude for your allowing us to join you on your path to your True Self.

— La Vida Divine

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