Healing Retreats at NOI RAO
NOI RAO’s healing retreats offer a deeply personal and transformative journey into the heart of ancestral Amazonian medicine.Guided by Nelson’s wisdom and the sacred Shipibo-Konibo traditions, each retreat is designed to support physical healing, emotional release, and spiritual alignment.
- Ayahuasca Ceremonies
- Sacred Environment
- Personalized Healing
- Integration and Support
Accommodations at NOI RAO
Designed to support rest, reflection, and a deep connection to nature, the accommodations at NOI RAO are simple, serene, and aligned with the rhythms of the rainforest. Each space is created with intention—providing comfort while maintaining harmony with the natural environment and the healing process.
Private Tambo Huts
Guests stay in traditional tambo huts, constructed using local materials in accordance with Shipibo-Konibo customs. These stand-alone huts offer privacy and solitude, essential for those participating in plant dietas or deep inner work.
A comfortable bed with a mosquito net
- The comfortable bed is designed for restful sleep, ensuring you wake up refreshed and rejuvenated each day.
- The mosquito net offers essential protection while allowing you to remain immersed in the natural environment around you.
- Enclosed by the net, you are safely tucked in, shielded from insects, while still feeling closely connected to the vibrant energy of the Amazon.
- The bed is outfitted with soft, high-quality linens and a supportive mattress, ensuring a relaxing place for rest after a day of ceremonies.
- The bed provides a quiet, peaceful sanctuary where you can unwind, process your day, or simply rest in a cocoon of comfort.
- The bed’s design promotes alignment and comfort, encouraging deep and restorative sleep throughout your stay.
- While the mosquito net ensures your safety, the gentle breeze and sounds of the rainforest filter through, enhancing your connection to the surrounding environment.
- The simplicity of the bed allows you to relax and let go of distractions, providing a space to fully unwind.
- After participating in sacred ceremonies, the comfortable bed invites deep rest and recovery, promoting physical and emotional healing.
- The netting helps create a calm, barrier-free atmosphere where you can feel safe and secure as you sleep, reconnecting with your body’s natural rhythms.
A hammock for relaxation and reflection
- A peaceful hammock, gently swaying in the breeze, ideal for quiet moments of meditation or stillness.
- Relaxing in the hammock allows you to fully absorb the natural sounds of the Amazon, creating a deep sense of immersion.
- Whether you're reflecting on your day or capturing insights, the hammock offers a serene spot to journal your thoughts in peace.
- It serves as a space for pause, where you can step back from the intensity of ceremonies or healing processes to simply be.
- The hammock invites contemplation, making it easy to reflect on personal insights and experiences gained during your retreat.
- Crafted for comfort, the hammock offers gentle support, allowing you to fully relax and recharge between ceremonies and activities.
- The hammock fosters a sense of solitude, enabling you to reconnect with your own inner thoughts, feelings, and intentions.
- Every private tambo is equipped with a hammock—offering convenient access to a space of rest and reflection whenever needed.
- Gently rocked by the natural elements, the hammock provides a quiet and safe space free from distractions, allowing your mind to settle.
- The hammock embodies the balanced rhythm of the retreat—work and rest, action and stillness—encouraging you to harmonize your journey with ease.
A small table or shelf for personal items
- The small table or shelf offers a simple yet practical space to store your essentials—keeping your personal items organized and easily accessible.
- Ideal for holding your journal, crystals, or other sacred objects, the table or shelf provides a respectful space for your personal healing tools.
- A minimalistic design that helps maintain a clean and organized tambo, fostering clarity and peace of mind during your stay.
- Positioned within arm’s reach, it allows for easy access to your items, whether it’s water, reading materials, or spiritual tools.
- The act of placing your personal belongings on this simple surface encourages mindfulness, reminding you to keep your space intentional and focused.
- Made with natural, eco-friendly materials, the table or shelf is designed to blend seamlessly with the peaceful, minimalist aesthetic of the tambo.
- It offers a designated space for reflecting on your personal journey—whether through writing, holding your favorite object, or arranging items that support your healing.
- Perfect for laying out items for daily rituals or prayer, helping you stay grounded and connected to your practices throughout the retreat.
- Its simple design adds a sense of comfort and functionality, enhancing the overall atmosphere of your living space.
- With this small yet meaningful feature, the table or shelf becomes a part of your sanctuary—where you can keep your intentions, notes.
Ventilation through natural design and materials
- Designed with open spaces and ventilation pathways, the tambo allows fresh, cool air to flow freely, keeping your space comfortable without the need for artificial cooling.
- The natural design integrates seamlessly with the surrounding environment, ensuring you remain connected to the fresh, forest air while in the safety of your tambo.
- The gentle natural breeze, aided by the design, helps regulate temperature, creating an optimal environment for restful and undisturbed sleep.
- Constructed from local, sustainable materials, the tambo’s natural design not only promotes healthy airflow but also supports environmental harmony.
- The ventilation system ensures that your living space remains fresh and free from stagnation, fostering a light, clean atmosphere.
- The design allows for effective airflow, minimizing excess humidity that can make the space feel uncomfortable, particularly in the rainforest environment.
- The clever use of natural ventilation eliminates the need for electricity-guzzling air conditioning, staying true to the principles.
- As the air circulates, it carries the natural energy of the rainforest, contributing to your connection with the earth and the healing process.
- Fresh, well-ventilated spaces are linked to clearer thinking, and the natural design helps your mind remain calm and clear, perfect for reflection.
- The tambo’s ventilation system is part of a broader commitment to sustainability, ensuring that your retreat experience aligns with nature’s rhythms.
Nelson’s individual
Individual Consultations with Nelson
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Personalized Healing Guidance
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Deep Listening and Compassion
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Ancestral Wisdom
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Supportive Ongoing
Integration Support is designed
Integration Plans
Receive tailored advice on how to apply the teachings and practices
Everyday Living
Learn specific tools and techniques to integrate new insights into your daily.
Emotional Guidance
Navigate the emotional shifts and challenges that may surface after the retreat.
Spiritual Alignment
Ongoing spiritual guidance helps you stay connected to the transformative energy.
Holistic Healing
Incorporate holistic healing practices into your life, supporting physical.
Connection Nelson
Access follow-up consultations and ongoing support from Nelson
How to Prepare: What to bring, dietary guidelines before arrival
The experiences of past visitors
Below, a few participants share their journeys and the profound impact the retreat had on their lives.
"My time at NOI RAO was nothing short of life-changing. The Ayahuasca ceremony helped me release years of emotional pain, and the personalized guidance from Nelson made all the difference. I left feeling lighter, more centered, and with a clearer sense of my life’s purpose."
Ayahuasca Ceremonies
Sacred and Guided Experience
At NOI RAO, Ayahuasca Ceremonies are a profound and transformative experience, offering deep healing for the mind, body, and spirit.