Question 1

How do I get to El Purguero?

Accepted Answer

You will fly into Iquitos. In most cases, we will meet you at Iquitos airport at 11 am on the first day of your ayahuasca retreat. Let us know in advance if you have any problems making this time and place and we’ll try to accommodate you.

Question 2

What should I bring?

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We reccommend bringing a journal, pens, headlamp, bug spray, lighters, rain jacket/umbrella (depending on time of year.) More information will be provided to you at the time of booking.

Question 3

Is there electricity at El Purguero?

Accepted Answer

In general, no. A generator is available for the purpose of lights on the nights' ceremony is not performed. This policy ensures the Centre retains a traditional ambiance and remains close to nature, as native people and shamans have done for thousands of years and as the ayahuasca diet requires.

Question 4

What about mosquitos and other bugs?

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Iquitos has a wet and dry season. We are in the jungle, so we expect there will be some mosquitos regardless of the time of year but they are much worse during the wet season. A mosquito net is provided over your bed. The best natural defense is to take lots of Vitamin B12 beginning a few weeks before you travel.

Question 5

Can I participate if I am menstruating?

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Yes. We do not see this as an issue; however, please let us know if you are menstruating as it may have an effect on your energy. Whether your period is due or not, however, it is advisable to bring sanitary wear with you.

Question 6

Do I need vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

This is a matter of personal choice. Some people prefer homeopathy and go for a consultation before they travel and bring a homeopathic travel kit with them. If you choose to vaccinate do so in good time and as far in advance of ayahuasca ceremonies as possible as some shamans do not like to give Ayahuasca to people in combination with chemical medicines. Some countries (such as Costa Rica and Australia) may require you to vaccinate and to be able to prove your vaccination (yellow fever) as a condition of re-entry. In cases like these ask your physician for a vaccination certificate and bring it with you just in case.

Question 7

Can I bring a suitcase or only a backpack?

Accepted Answer

Either one is okay, but its easier to travel with a backpack in Iquitos. Many of the roads are very poor and suitcases do not roll well.

Question 8

Can you suggest hotels in Lima or Iqutios?

Accepted Answer

There is a selection of hotels here which you may find helpful: http://www.peru-hotels.com/cities.htm with details of prices and online reservations. Lonely Planet and The Rough Guide to Peru also have information on hotels in both locations.

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