Welcome to Kapitari
The Kapitari Center was founded by the shaman Don Lucho (Luis Culquiton) in 1980 with the objective of helping to protect the incredible biodiversity of the Peruvian Amazon.
One of the primary causes of deforestation around Iquitos is unsustainable farming practices that quickly destroy the land resulting in farmers constantly having to move to new land. Therefore we teach people within local communities, such as farmers, about ecological values and sustainability, enabling them to better interact with their environment so that the fragile ecosystems are protected. This offers the possibility that our people are involved in their own development, giving them simple and basic education to help them in the management of agriculture and animal care.
We believe that the training and implementation of land management techniques and raising farm animals for our people is the cornerstone that enables real collective development. It is in this sense that our efforts to bring education and training on various topics of interest to our residents is vital.
One of the main sources of funding for the Kapitari project is through Ayahuasca ceremonies and retreats. Unlike many of the Ayahuasca retreat centers in Peru, Kapitari is not owned or run by westerners. Kapitari is owned and run by Peruvians for the benefit of Peruvians.
Experience Ayahuasca retreats and ceremonies at Kapitari
What we offer:
Ayahuasca Ceremonies
If you’re just passing through Iquitos and don’t have much time then you can come to Kapitari for just one night to take part in an Ayahuasca ceremony. Read more about Ayahuasca Ceremonies
Personal Retreats and Plant Dietas
If you have experience with Ayahuasca or don’t feel the need for a facilitated retreat then you can stay at Kapitari for as long as you like (providing retreats are not booked up and accommodation is available). You will do 3 or 4 ceremonies per week usually and if you’re wishing to deepen your relationship with Ayahuasca then we recommend you do a plant dieta. Read more about personal retreats and plant dietas
