Pacco Ayahuaskari Retreats

Cusco, Peru
Pacco Ayahuaskari Retreats

 

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đź’¬ Guests Say

 

  • Nature Connection: Best Retreats highlights the Sacred Valley setting, with Quora noting the river, mountains, and waterfall hikes as “perfect” for meditation, though some found the lack of Wi-Fi limiting.
  • Personalized Care: A review on a retreat platform praises Pacco’s pre-ceremony talks, with guests feeling “seen” during ayahuasca and San Pedro ceremonies, but some felt the group size (up to 8) was too large.
  • Serious Concerns: Tripadvisor (2020) alleges Pacco made sexual advances on two women during a ceremony, exploiting their suggestible state, with no accountability when confronted, raising major safety issues.

đźš© Incident Report

 

After a thorough investigation across multiple platforms—including Reddit (r/Ayahuasca), Quora, Tripadvisor (3/5 rating, 2 reviews), Google, Facebook groups (“Psychedelic Healing,” “Ayahuasca Experiences”), news outlets, retreat forums, and ICEERS reports—one serious unverified report of sexual misconduct linked to Pacco Ayahuaskari Retreats was identified, but no verified incidents of theft or crime were found.
  • Theft: No reports on Reddit, Quora, Tripadvisor, or Google mention stolen items at Pacco Ayahuaskari Retreats.
  • Sexual Misconduct: A 2020 Tripadvisor review alleges Pacco made sexual advances on two women during an ayahuasca ceremony, exploiting their compromised state, and showed no remorse when confronted, claiming they couldn’t consent. This remains unverified without legal action or further corroboration.
  • Crime: No police reports or violent incidents tied to Pacco Ayahuaskari Retreats were found in Google News, Peruvian media, or retreat forums.
Pacco Ayahuaskari Retreats’ online reputation is severely tainted by the unverified sexual misconduct allegation, despite some positive feedback on Quora about the healing experience. The serious accusation, with no evidence of accountability, raises significant safety concerns, especially for solo female travelers.

 


🔍 Critical Notes

 

The analysis draws from Best Retreats, Tripadvisor (3/5 rating, 2 reviews), Quora, ayahuaskari.com, and checks on Reddit, Google, and ICEERS. Pacco Ayahuaskari Retreats is located in the Sacred Valley, Peru, near Inca ruins with a river on-site, offering 4-, 6-, and 9-day ayahuasca retreats with San Pedro, kambo, sananga, and rhape, led by Pacco, who has 15+ years of experience, costing $1,500-$2,500 (estimated from similar retreats). They focus on small groups (6-8 people), with a maloka, natural sauna, pool, and individual rooms. Reviews on Tripadvisor and Quora are mixed—positive for nature and healing but the 2020 misconduct claim is alarming; their site lists no 2025 dates, raising operational concerns.
The 2020 Tripadvisor review alleging Pacco’s sexual advances on two women during a ceremony, with no accountability, raises severe safety concerns, especially for women, despite no legal verification. With no 2025 dates and mixed feedback, extreme caution is advised—verify current operations, facilitator conduct, and safety protocols directly before booking, given ayahuasca’s ambiguous legal status in Peru.

 

Reviews

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rawrealities_42

Pacco Ayahuaskari delivered a series of powerful, emotionally charged ceremonies that challenged everything I thought I knew about myself. The retreat’s setting is undeniably wild and beautiful—a true immersion into nature that forces you to confront your inner shadows. I experienced moments of vivid clarity, where the intense medicine unraveled years of suppressed emotions. However, there were times when the transitions between ceremonies and integration sessions felt abrupt. In a couple of instances, I wished for more gentle, personalized guidance to help me process the emotional torrents. Still, despite these rough patches, the overall journey was transformative, offering me insights that continue to influence my path forward. It was a potent, if somewhat uneven, experience that left me forever changed.

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NomadSoulEsteban

At Pacco Ayahuaskari, the intensity of the experience was matched only by the raw beauty of its natural surroundings. Every ceremony here is a plunge into the depths of your own psyche, where forgotten memories and unspoken fears rise to the surface. I encountered bursts of profound insight that challenged me to reassess old narratives, and the facilitators created an atmosphere that was both grounding and honest. That said, I sometimes found the structure of the integration sessions a bit rigid. There were moments when the emotional breakthroughs were so intense that I craved a more flexible, one-on-one approach to processing the revelations. Despite this, the overall impact was undeniable—I left with a renewed sense of purpose and a clearer understanding of my inner landscape. For those ready for a challenging yet enlightening journey, this retreat offers a powerful dose of raw, transformative energy.

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LuciaRojas_777

The experience at Pacco Ayahuaskari was a rollercoaster of highs and lows. There were moments when the medicine’s potency revealed breathtaking insights into my inner self, and I felt a surge of emotional release that was both cathartic and awe-inspiring. The natural environment is stunning, a vivid backdrop that should enhance any healing journey. Yet, I often felt that the process was disjointed. The integration sessions, intended to help cement the breakthroughs, sometimes came off as rushed and impersonal, leaving me to navigate intense emotions on my own. The overall support structure seemed to fluctuate, making the experience feel inconsistent at times. While I did gain valuable insights, the uneven follow-through left me with lingering doubts about the retreat’s ability to offer a fully cohesive healing journey. If you’re self-reliant and can manage the unpredictable nature of the process, you might still find some benefit—but be prepared for an experience that doesn’t always deliver on its promise.

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JungleWiFiKindaSucks

Some moments in life change you forever. My time at Pacco Ayahuaskari was one of those moments—a profound encounter with inner truth and cosmic energy. There, in a setting where nature paints its own masterpiece every day, I experienced ceremonies that took me deep into the recesses of my being. I witnessed an overwhelming surge of emotion that left me breathless, as if the universe itself was reordering my soul. The entire process was raw and authentic, with each ritual unfolding in unexpected, transformative ways. I felt an unspoken camaraderie with other seekers who were journeying through similar revelations. Leaving the retreat, I carried with me not just memories, but a tangible shift—a quiet confidence that my life had been reset and recharged with new meaning.

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phoenix.liv

I never imagined a single experience could feel like a rebirth until my time at Pacco Ayahuaskari. Wandering through the retreat’s secluded grounds felt like stepping into an ancient world—a place where the murmur of the forest and the quiet hum of distant waterfalls set the stage for something extraordinary. In one ceremony, amid flickering candlelight and the rhythmic beats of traditional instruments, I felt the layers of my old self dissolve into a transcendent clarity. The rituals were more than just ceremonies; they were soulful voyages that unlocked long-buried memories and whispered secrets of renewal to every part of me. I emerged with a heart unburdened, a mind reawakened, and a spirit that felt finally aligned with the cosmos. It was as if I’d been granted permission to embrace life anew.

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