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T H E   P A T H  OF  L I G H T
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T H E   P A T H  OF  L I G H T
September 2nd ~ 8th
$1085 double  •  $1235 single ($150)
price based on a minimum of 10 passengers
  domestic airfare is not included  < ? >
This itinerary provides a brief description about each day of the journey. Our plans might be modified to accommodate changing conditions associated with international travel. Please note:Trip Insurance is available and required to attend our journey's. For more information please click the "Trip Insurance" icon above or contact us directly. Trip price might increase for fewer than 5 participants.

 

A NOTE FROM JERRY:
Because of my notarity as a healer and teacher, many have ask me two questions during the last few years. They want to know if I am teaching my methods while we are in the Amazon and if I am available for private healing sessions. The answer to both questions is yes. My concept for the jungle portion of your journey is to expose you to ancient teachings I've been provided by the shamen I have studied with the last 20 years. Additionally, my hope is to help you advance as a healer/ metaphyscian/ spiritual warrior.

During the classes I ocassionally teach I make it clear the final classes are held at this lodge. There is a reason for that. Away from the troubled world you have a unique opportunity to explore realms of consciouness, and more importantly awareness, than possible elsewhere. There is virtually no man-made noise to distract you. The air is clean and pure. There are no cell phone towers or microwave emmiters. There is only the earth, the plants and the creatures who reside here.It's the perfect place to graduate into the next level of your personal journey towards God. If you've seen the movie "The Celestine Prophecy" you know exactly what I mean. Kathy & I will show you what we know to help you along this path of light.

Regarding private healing sessions with me: Yes, I am at your disposal. I've discovered from many years of staying here for weeks at a time that my gift works remarkably well in this environment. It is not common knowledge that most of those I have worked with here have recovered nicely. Being at the lodge affords me the opportunity to work with you during our stay. This is something most of my clients never have access to.

Finally, if you are interested in the Ayahuasca ceremony I have selected a master for you to work with. He is someone I have grown to know and trust to be sincere in his work. Because of this relationship I trust him. If you are unsure or concerned I can only tell you I have taken part in t he ritual many times as has Kathy and our son Bryce, who started working with shamen at the age of 14. Knowledge is power. I suggest you read "The Cosmic Serpent" by Jeremy Narby for a scientific understanding.

There is no requirement, judgement or pressure to participate if you are opposed to this, or simply do not want to join the ceremony. This voyage into the Amazon is not strictly about journeying with a shaman. The jungle is full of beauty and wonder, rain falling and wind in the trees.Many who come here never seek out or experience the metaphysical aspects. They are only here for the thrill of being in a jungle. And that's quite a thrill if you have never experienced it.

 

Peru Map to Iquitos

Important note: Arriving to Lima
When making your travel plans it is important to rememebr that you must arrive before 1am of the departure date (shown above) in order to catch your flight to Iquitos, Peru. Our flight to Iquitos leaves at 5am - this means you are on the plane and it is about to take-off! If you arrive at 4am you will not have enough time to clear customs and make your connection. If you cannot arrive in time you will need to take a later flight or wait another day in Lima - Or, arrive the day before.

Day 1: Lima/ Iquitos
Having caught our morning flight, we are off to the jungle city of Iquitos! We are about to enter the Amazon Jungle...

Once we arrive to Iquitos we are met by our Jungle guides and Shaman. From the airport we head by private bus to the Amazon port of Bella Vista, and our speed boat.

 

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The journey to the Amazon Rainforest Lodge takes approximately 45 minutes. Winding our way up river it is easy to understand the wilderness is vast beyond imagination. Everywhere you look life is playing out. Beautiful birds dash across tree tops and water. Exotic flowers dot the lavish green of the jungle. Occasionally you see butterflies of extraordinary color silently floating near the riverbank.

We are welcomed to the lodge with fresh fruit drinks and a quick orientation. Afterwards, you are shown to your rooms where your luggage is waiting.

The rooms are each equipped with items rarely experienced in the jungle. Hot and cold running water for showers, satellite TV and king sized beds. Mosquito screening over windows and drapes complete the experience into a safe relaxing atmosphere you are comfortable within.

Dinner is served at approximately 7pm.

Later, after dinner, we meet with our Shaman for orientation and an explanation of the Ayahuasca ceremony offered to those interested in participating the next evening. Please read "The Sacred Ceremonies" section for a complete description of this activity.

 

 

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Day 2 Amazon Rainforest Lodge
What do you expect for breakfast in the Amazon? Eggs, toast, coffee or tea... and an assortment of fresh fruits gathered from the jungle. Breakfast is really a treat!

After eating a guided hike into the Rainforest i s offered. During  this walk about you are shown many different plants Shamen use to brew Ayahuasca or make their potent jungle medicines. Jungle Shamen are highly skilled practitioners and artful herbal masters whose information is verbally handed down from generation to generation.

During the afternoon you are free to relax while listening to birds, canoe the jungle river, or hike trails deeper into the Amazon with an experienced guide.

To relax and tune into your surroundings, or venture into the living jungle begins a process expanding your awareness and intensifying your consciousness. For those interested, the first session with our Shaman is offered later this evening.

Real Player LogoA Shaman sings during an Ayahuasca Ceremony

 

Preparing Ayahuasca

Making Ayahuasca

Making Ayahuasca
Making Ayahuasca

making Ayahuasca

 

Day 3 Amazon Rainforest Lodge
A free day to explore the surrounding jungle, visit nearby jungle communities or just relax!  

After breakfast we will be free to explore the surrounding jungle and reflect upon our experiences. After lunch a guided hike into the jungle is offered.

Later, we will return to our lodge and stay another night under this beautiful green canopy sprinkled with stars. Our first initiation completed, we are ready to begin our second initiation.

For those interested, the next Shaman session is offered.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Day 4 Amazon Rainforest Lodge
Today you learn how Shamen make Ayahuasca and prepare for their ceremonies. During this time you are invited to join in the preparation, which includes prayers, meditation and various activities Shamen perform during the preparation.

After a light dinner (and about 9pm) we again gather to journey with the Shaman and Ayahuasca. Usually, this is a powerful evening to experience. Your prayers and intentions have been added to the Ayahuasca as a group. During the ceremony deep memories and visions remind you of your connection to the Earth and all its numerous inhabitants. This is an evening of spiritual communication you might have never before experienced. If all goes as intended you will understand group consciousness and energetic connections which have been dormant within you.

 

 

shaman-itemsDay 5 Amazon Rainforest Lodge
The morning is casual like those preceding it. After breakfast we meet with our Shaman to discuss the events during the past few days. During this meeting you have a chance to explore your visions with the Shaman and with those who accompany you on this journey. As you listen to each persons experience you begin to understand the concept of group consciousness and your energetic connection to the cosmos.

 

LiborioDay 6 Amazon Rainforest Lodge
These mornings are casual. After breakfast we meet with our Shaman to discuss the events during the past few days. During this meeting you have a chance to explore your visions with the Shaman and with those who accompany you on this journey. As you listen to each persons experience you begin to understand the concept of group consciousness and your energetic connection to the cosmos.

Tonight you are provided a final opportunity to journey. Empowered and knowledgeable, you reach outward towards the glistening stars... and inwards towards greater self discovery.

 

mirror-riverDay 7 Amazon Rainforest Lodge/ Iquitos/ Lima
Today we return to Iquitos by speed boat. Along the way we take a few minutes to visit a jungle tribe and a jungle zoo.

Once in Iquitos we stop for brief shopping at the town square before continuing on to the airport. We leave late afternoon for Lima and our flight home.

Our journey completed, we return to Lima and our awaiting flights home...

Unless you've decided to continue on! Check our schedule! You could join one of several adventures. Check our itinerry page (here) for more information.

 

If you are flying home at the end of this trip your flight should be scheduled for departure after 10pm Sept. 8th or early morning Sept. 9th. Let us know if you wanted to include shopping and sightseeing in Lima. You will need to reserve lodging and personal services during the time you spend in Lima. We can easily help you with this.

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