Amazonian Detox & Wellness Retreat: 8 Days in Ecuador's Rainforest

The retreat takes place at Hamadryade Lodge, set in a private 64-hectare rainforest reserve in Ecuador's Napo province, a few hours from Quito. The lodge is a boutique eco-lodge with luxury Eco Suites, a pool, outdoor jacuzzis, a spa, restaurant, and yoga deck, blending modern comforts with the raw Amazon. The air here holds 30% more oxygen than the city, and with no signal and no shops, the distance from your usual life makes the reset possible. Each day follows a rhythm: sunrise meditation and yoga, a nourishing breakfast, then guided jungle walks and waterfall adventures. Afternoons are for temazcal ceremonies, massage, and journaling, and evenings bring cacao ceremonies and sharing circles by the fire. A signature experience is creating your own shamanic drum over several days, built, stitched, and decorated with traditional techniques, then brought to life in a drumming ceremony under the stars. There's also an optional ayahuasca ceremony for those seeking a deeper spiritual experience. The food is farm-to-table detox cuisine from the lodge's organic gardens, with dishes like fresh fruit, herbal infusions, and local coffee, and a wine tasting led by a certified sommelier. The team of facilitators includes yoga teachers, psychologists, wellness coaches, indigenous wisdom keepers, and more, ensuring a safe, personalized journey.

What's included

- 8 days accommodation - 3 daily meals - Water, tea, coffee throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - 1 hour treatment - Cooking class - Welcome gift - Private guide - Ceremonies - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Group excursions/activities - Course manual - 30 minute massage - Specialized workshops - Transportation during the retreat - Pre and post retreat support - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - Parking - Round-trip airport transfers

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments - Additional activities not in itinerary - Optional ayahuasca ceremony