Niwe Rama Retreat Terms & Conditions

1. Booking & Payment

  • A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place:
    – $500 for the 7-day retreat
    – $800 for the 14-day retreat

  • The remaining balance is to be paid in cash upon arrival at the retreat center.

  • Your booking is not considered confirmed until the deposit is received.

  • Deposits are applied toward the total cost of the retreat.

2. Cancellations & Refund Policy

  • If you do not arrive at the designated pickup location at the specified time on the start date, we will depart without you and no refund or credit will be issued.

  • If Niwe Rama must cancel the retreat due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund or the option to transfer your deposit to a future date.

3. Participant Responsibility & Assumption of Risk

  • Participation includes traditional plant medicine ceremonies guided by experienced facilitators and Shipibo shamans.

  • You confirm that you are voluntarily participating and accept full responsibility for your physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

  • You must disclose any medical conditions or medications during the intake process. Some conditions or substances may require approval or may make you ineligible to participate.

  • Ayahuasca and other plant medicines are not substitutes for medical or psychiatric treatment.

4. Code of Conduct

  • All guests must treat fellow participants, facilitators, shamans, and the Shipibo tradition with respect.

  • Alcohol, recreational drugs, and sexual activity are strictly prohibited during the retreat.

  • Disrespectful behavior or boundary violations may result in dismissal from the retreat without refund.

5. Liability Waiver

  • By participating, you release Niwe Rama, its facilitators, shamans, staff, and partners from any liability for injuries, emotional or psychological effects, or damages during or after the retreat.

  • You understand this retreat may involve deep emotional, spiritual, and physical processes, and you are responsible for your own participation.

6. Photography & Privacy

  • No photos or recordings are allowed during ceremonies.

  • Occasionally, respectful photos may be taken during other parts of the retreat for promotional purposes. You may opt out by informing our team.

7. Agreement

By booking a retreat with Niwe Rama, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.