Pachamama Sanctuary – Maine
Founded in 2019, Pachamama Sanctuary has grown to become the largest ayahuasca center in the United States, offering a sacred and transformative space for healing, self-discovery, and spiritual growth. Nestled in the peaceful landscapes of Maine, our sanctuary is a haven for those seeking deep personal transformation and emotional healing through safe and expertly guided ayahuasca ceremonies.
We are proud to hold a stellar rating of 4.92 out of 5 on Retreat Guru, based on over 200 reviews from participants who have experienced profound growth and connection during their time with us. This reflects our unwavering commitment to safety, compassion, and integrity in every aspect of our work.
At Pachamama Sanctuary, we honor the sacred traditions of ayahuasca while tailoring the experience to meet the needs of modern participants. Our experienced facilitators and dedicated support team provide a nurturing environment, ensuring physical, emotional, and spiritual safety. We employ a rigorous health screening process to ensure all participants are prepared for the journey, and we offer comprehensive integration support to help them process and apply the insights gained during their retreat.
Whether you are seeking to heal past traumas, find clarity, or connect more deeply with yourself and the world around you, Pachamama Sanctuary provides a safe and welcoming space to embark on your journey of transformation.
16 Reviews on “Pachamama Sanctuary”
Here at Pachamama I found a safe and healing sanctuary that facilitated me to experience deep healing processes. This was my first time experiencing the Medicine. Each person I spoke to from the sanctuary treated me with respect and the full attention of their time when I asked any and every question. Working with nervous , scientific, and critical people cannot be a simple task. I come from a professional medical background.
I felt seen, and heard, and held here. I felt that my own spirituality was respected and that I could come here as my authentic self without any pretense. I also felt that the sanctuary here is safe for you to explore your inner self but also welcomes the special opportunity to also share and connect with the community of people embarking on the journey with you . I found that the individual discussions that organically arose over tea or sitting in the kitchen together were also deeply helpful and meaningful to me. Being around the vulnerability and group sharing of other participants facilitated a large portion of my own healing process and inner acceptance.
No aspect of my weekend here felt forced or unsafe. I came in with some trepidation and fear, but like others mention that seemed to melt away on my journey driving here. The guides attended to my physical needs in arcane and graceful manners , I am still in such awe of how they took care of me here.
I feel so incredibly grateful for the multitudes of manners in which each person at Pachamama served me , held me, guided me, and even allowed me the privacy and space to completely break down ( and then return from that state -in grace even- with a profound sense of relief.)
I absolutely cannot wait to give back in service what I have been given here . I followed all of the guidelines and truly believe that the mission here honors the sacred old ways of this medicine , as well as helps facilitate its safe expansion to new corners of the human population.
My work within myself is only just beginning, and I look forward to giving back to others using my new perspectives and tools. I am so grateful to have found this place, and to Derek for personally reaching out to me when I had questions, to Amy, and Leandro, and Arkawa, and to each Guide that helped me on my journey, they know who they are.
I was so anxious to do this. But I did it anyway. I had no idea the power and the wisdom of the plant medicine. I was clearly shown where my heart has been blocked and why. I also got to experience the unexplainable brilliance and beauty of all life and that I am a part of it all. For me, it was hard work as I had to face feelings I have been running from my whole life. The discomfort was necessary and ultimately liberating. One of the greatest decisions of my life.
Forever grateful for Pachamama Sanctuary. The weekend retreat I attended was transformative beyond measure. The people who help make this place happen are top notch. The breath work session was just as powerful as the medicine ceremonies. The facilitators are pilgrims just like us walking their own path and continuing to grow and learn as they continue to heal themselves, others, and the world. If the medicine is speaking to you, find it and sit with it here. Be strong and find your path. I look forward to continuing to see this sanctuary be a light in the world–A beacon of hope for the lost and soothing balm for the weary soul. Amy, Derek, Angela, and their volunteers will help you, but the transformative work comes from within yourself. Be the change for yourself and the world.
Such a transformative experience. The staff and team at Pachamama really believe in what they do and it shows. I felt safe and cared for throughout my process. The breathwork is also really special and powerful. So much healing in one magical weekend. I am truly grateful 🙏
This is the place and the team to be with! No matter if it’s your first, second or your twenty-fourth time. The medicine that Pachamama’s serve shows what you need and my journey feel always safe and significantly powerful. The whole weekend is a transformative experience that brings beautiful people together in a welcoming and warmth environment sustained by people who care about you. I really recommend Pachamama Sanctuary for whoever feels the call to sit with Ayahuasca and connect with a lovely and supportive community.
I love this place. So many wonderful medicine carriers teaching so many traditions. Such a beautiful space and property. I always feel safe here. I’m so blessed I found this place.
So Wonderful and so special. Truly an amazing and high quality experience. The magic in this space provided by the team is next to none. If you’re experienced with medicine or it’s your first time this is an experience like no other!
I personally had a rare magical experience of how I entered Pachamama Sanctuary’s gates. From the moment i parked my car, the external stressors of the world released. Could feel peace all over Pachamama Sanctuary’s land. There is no need to worry, you take it all off before you open the door. You’re cared for and pampered genuinely and whole heartedly; by the volunteers, one another, even the mat brings comfort. It’s almost like dejavu. This journey brought me immense serenity, removed all my concepts of fear, and reformed language I didn’t even know was harming me. Praise purging the dark.
Feel called to dedicate my life to this holy sacrament and Pachamama’s purpose. May we all be guided by the light. Praise Pachamama Sanctuary. Thank you Derek for holding space. You are all so very sacred. The medicine is life itself. Blessings.
My experiences sitting at Pachamama have been life changing. The atmosphere and staff/volunteers give a great sense of peace and safety. That type of comfort has given me the ability to listen to the medicine in confidence. Whether you’re new to spirituality or looking to deepen your knowing, Pachamama isn’t only a sanctuary, but a community, that meets you where you are.
I highly recommend Pachamama for anyone seeking peace, clarity, or a deeper connection with themselves and the universe. I’m so grateful to be able to continue my learning here.
My first experience with Pachamama Sanctuary was in January 2022 and I have sat with the medicine multiple times since then. Every single experience has been sacred, special and unique. The staff and the environment made all of my experiences feel safe and secure. I am still part of the community through the free integration calls held on zoom each week. This has really helped support me through my healing journey. A huge thanks to Pachamama Sanctuary for providing a beautiful and supportive environment for all! Highly recommended, 10/10!!!
I am filled with gratitude after spending a weekend at Pachamama. It was my first time sitting in ceremony with Ayahuasca and the healing that I experienced in one weekend was beyond what I thought was possible. Derek , Arkawa, staff and volunteers were all so supportive and welcoming. I gained another family after this weekend retreat. Thank you so much.
My first time sitting with the plant medicine at Pachamama was in September 2023. About a month ago I had the opportunity to attend another retreat there, both of my experiences have been remarkable, literally life altering!!! The land and the building are absolutely beautiful. The staff, volunteers & shaman were beyond welcoming, I felt SO safe, supported & cared for! I am looking forward to attending another retreat in the spring☺️ I hold a lot of gratitude in my heart for all of those who work so hard to have ayahuasca accessible here in the United States! Much love!❤️
Aloha! If you’ve found your way here, you are thisclose to committing to a weekend. I have just attended my 4th Pachamama retreat in Maine, and I am so greatful for this Sanctuary! All my experiences have been different, but very valuable to me. I finally feel that I am able to integrate the negative experiences of my past and move forward in my life. Working with ayahuasca can definitely be very challenging, even harsh at times, but Pachamama is a safe space to do this deep emotional work. I have attended ceremonies with 3 different Shamans who have all been wonderful, giving, and wise. Derek, Amy, Angela & an army of volunteers are knowledgeable, compassionate, & loving. You will be welcomed and cared for here ~
My husband and I recently completed a 3-day retreat at Pachamama Sanctuary that was truly transformational and enlightening, though not easy at times! Soul lessons came to me fast and furious during the ayahuasca ceremonies, defining my spiritual role in life, my responsibilities (and where they end), and my next steps going forward. I also found deep release and forgiveness, crying innumerable tears of pain and tears of joy. Saying yes to all of it, I was able to understand, on a cellular level, that the struggles I have experienced were of my own choosing, and that my soul exists on a plane beyond my autobiography and narrative. I am now working diligently to hold onto these lessons and apply them in daily life.
I attended the first retreat at Pachamama’s new Maine location on 11 August, 2023. Every part of the experience vastly exceeded my expectations. Having never worked with a plant medicine, there was certainly a bit of trepidation as I embarked on the journey. These concerns were minimized after the pre-retreat zoom call, which allowed us to ask questions, and receive advice and experiences from a few prior attendees to the New Hampshire Sanctuary.
Derek, the team of volunteers, integration coaches, curanderos, and fellow attendees fostered a safe, supportive, and welcoming space. I was received with kindness, openness, and acceptance. The flow of the weekend allowed for rest, reflection, and peace between the periods of challenging work associated with exploring oneself via Ayahuasca and breath work. The space in which we did our work, nestled within a beautiful natural surrounding, was clean, spacious, and beautiful in and of itself. The food was nourishing, and complemented the dieta used in preparing for the weekend.
The message and teachings received from the medicine herself varies with each recipient, after all, as she shows you ‘what you need, not what you want.’ In considering this, to share my specific experiences would not add value to yours. I will simply say that the weekend spent with the Pachamama team, and with Ayahuasca, was life changing. It has provided me with an understanding and framework from which I can confidently do the work to create and live a life full of purpose and love. I am forever grateful for the serendipity that brought me to meet the wonderful souls that guided me on this journey at Pachamama.
If you feel called to delve deeper into your consciousness and to effect meaningful change in your life armed with the gift of this insight, I highly recommend Pachamama Sanctuary and the plant medicine Ayahuasca as a conduit for this challenging but rewarding work.
With warmth and love,
Joel
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All of this video has been proven false. We are reopening August 11th, 2023 just outside Maine. There is plenty of proof out there showing that the state, in fact, did issue an injunction making it illegal for us to continue having retreats at that location. Once the dust settled, we sent out every penny we had to refund people. All but 6 have been refunded to this point but we ran out of money. As soon as we have our first retreat we will be issuing checks to the final 6 people waiting on refunds. We very much regret any hurt we have caused through this process. It was a really difficult situation and we did our best at every turn to make sure everyone would be made whole again.
We have also made massive changes in the way our organization is being run. I am no longer in charge. We have a team of people who are handling most things. We are committed to reinventing ourselves in a way that maintains integrity, transparency, honor and respect.
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I recently visited Pachamama Sanctuary in New Hampshire for my first Ayahuasca retreat. It was Amazing! The accommodations were comfortable, clean, professional, yet still made me feel like I was part of a community. All staff were incredibly kind and accommodative, especially as most people in my group over the weekend were new to Ayahuasca. Derek truly works from the heart, as well as extensive experience and seeks to provide each person seeking enlightenment from Ayahuasca the best experience possible. I highly recommend Pachamama Sanctuary in New Hampshire.