Pachamama Journeys Program Expands Global Reach
For the past 14 years, the Pachamama Alliance has taken more than 1000 committed people on the transformational journey of a lifetime to the heart of the Achuar territory in the Amazon Rainforest of Ecuador. While for many years participants were mainly from the U.S., they are now coming from around the world, with groups forming from French-speaking Europe and Japan, and a growing number of partnerships being established with diverse companies and organizations. There is an increasing awareness and recognition that pristine nature and indigenous wisdom has something profound to offer our western worldview that may unlock the door to a sustainable and fulfilling future.
The growing body of Awakening the Dreamer Symposium Facilitators worldwide is recognizing the unique opportunity to visit the source and origin of both the Symposium and the Pachamama Alliance – the pristine rainforest of Ecuador and ancestral territory of the Achuar people. Last year, over 50 Facilitators participated in this one of kind experience, many of them with fellow Facilitators who share the same passion and commitment to this work and vision. More than 8 countries were represented – from New Zealand to Argentina to the UK and Australia - to list a few.
Just last month, the first French-speaking journey to Ecuador was completed with inspiring results. Conceived and facilitated by Belgium natives, Claude and Noelle Poncelet, who now live in the San Francisco Bay Area, they drew on their vast French-speaking European network and primarily the Franco-Europe Symposium Facilitator group, Les Pachamamis. The connections that deepened and commitments that grew out their experience together were profound.
Next month will see a full group of Japanese participants, in large part Facilitators, embark on a journey to the rainforest. The visionary Hide Enomoto pioneered this effort after bringing the Symposium to Japan, translating all the materials, and hosting two successful facilitator trainings.
Aligned partner organizations and companies are also seeing the deep value in integrating their clients and discourse on a Pachamama Journey to Ecuador. With such a fertile and rich learning environment, the experience creates the ideal space for breakthrough thinking and transformation to occur.
In April, two of these collaborations are happening. Ascent Institute will offer a Leadership Journey for participants to envision and design their life around that which enlivens them and engages their heart’s calling. Also, Business Trex, will offer an innovative program for business leaders, exploring natural paradigms for business and helping participants examine, integrate and apply what they’ve learned to achieve lasting and positive change in both business and life.
In August, a rainforest healing and restoration immersion will take place with renowned author and spiritual teacher, Andrew Harvey , and acclaimed yoga teacher, Karuna Erickson, where the fusion of ancient indigenous wisdom comes together with eastern yoga and mystical tradition for an unprecedented experience of spirit, movement, healing and restoration. For more information, you may download Itinerary here...
A Soul Stirring,
Life Changing Journey
You will Never Forget
Join us for the Adventure of a Lifetime
 Journey with us to the very cradle of creation, the Amazon Rainforest, and become one of a handful of people to experience a direct, intimate encounter with the Achuar -- an ancient people in the early stages of their relationship with the modern world.
Experience the soul stirring awe of being in the heart of one of the largest untouched stands of primary rainforests in the world. Learn what it's like to live in harmony with the Earth directly from the elders and shamans of one of the world's oldest and most intact remaining dream cultures.
To be able to meet and participate in partnership with such a remarkable people, in such a miraculous place, is a rare and profound opportunity. We invite you to join us for what is certain to be an unforgettable and life-changing adventure.
Kapawi Lodge
Kapawi Lodge is the result of a unique business partnership between the Achuar and  a visionary Ecuadorian tour company. Built in traditional Achuar style and located in the heart of their remote rainforest territory, Kapawi is one of the most awe-inspiring lodges on earth. It was designed to enable travelers from the modern world to visit one of the most remote and biologically diverse regions of the world, while enjoying the comfort and safety of an award-winning ecotourism facility, recognized for setting new standards for environmental and cultural sensitivity. After 12 years of successful operation and training, Kapawi Lodge has been transferred into the full ownership and operation of the Achuar people according to the original vision.
The Andes
 Several days before and after our time in the rainforest will be spent in the majestic Andean mountain highlands. Here we will immerse ourselves in the charm, culture, and scenery of the Andes, spending our time exploring, hiking, soaking in volcanic-fed hot springs, visiting colorful outdoor marketplaces, and meeting with renowned Quechua shamans noted for their healing powers.
We invite you to join us for this adventure!
Trip Dates
January 8 - 21, 2010
French Speaking Immersion
Trip Price $2,750
March 18 - 29, 2010
Japanese Symposium Facilitators
March 25 - April 5, 2010
Trip Price $2,775 April 16 - 26, 2010
Leadership Journey to Ecuador
in collaboration with Ascent Institute
May 13 - 24, 2010
Trip Price $2,775
June 3 - 14, 2010
Journey for Symposium Facilitator Training Leaders
Trip Price $2,775
Training Leaders and Facilitators $2,475
Please note that this journey is open to Training Leaders through March 1, followed by Facilitators through April 1, and then to the general public.
June 10 - 21, 2010
Trip Price $2,775 June 17 - 28, 2010
Rainforest Journey for Leadership Coaches
in collaboration with The Nebo Company
Trip Price $3,850
July 8 - 19, 2010
Trip Price $2,775
July 22 - August 2, 2010
Business Leader's Rainforest Journey
in collaboration with Business Trex
Trip Price $3,995
August 18 - 30, 2010
Healing and Restoration Immersion in collaboration
with author/teacher/mystic Andrew Harvey
and acclaimed Yoga teacher Karuna Erickson
Trip Price $3,745
October 7 - 18, 2010
Trip Price $2,775
November 4 - 15, 2010
A Women's Journey
Trip Price $2,775
Note: The cost of the trip includes all expenses within Ecuador (food, double accommodations, travel, guides and equipment) but does not include air travel to and from Ecuador or gratuities. Dates, prices, and itineraries are subject to change.
You may download a Reservation Form here and send it with $500.00 deposit to reserve your space on a journey.
Some partial scholarships are available. Click here to download application. We also offer a $300 discount to active Awakening the Dreamer Facilitators.
Email trips@pachamama.org for more information.
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Trip Dates
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January 8 - 21, 2010
March 18 - 29, 2010
March 25 - April 5, 2010 April 16 - 26, 2010
April 22- May 3, 2010
May 13 - 24, 2010
June 3 - 14, 2010
June 10 - 21, 2010 June 17 - 28, 2010
July 8 - 19, 2010 July 22 - August 2, 2010
August 18 - 30, 2010
October 7 - 18, 2010
November 4 - 15, 2010
Pachamama
Journeys
trips@pachamama.org
"While I had heard about The Pachamama Alliance's work, the trip to visit the Achuar people and experience the challenges in the developing world was as enlightening as any transformational work I have done. I am not only personally re-inspired and recommitted to making a difference, I am also profoundly aware of how we are all connected in ways we cannot imagine. This trip for me was about rediscovering purpose, passion, possibility and power in everyday life."
-- Jim Selman
Vancouver, BC
"When I went on my first Pachamama trip last August, it changed my life. Being in the rainforest and connecting with the Achuar was transformative on many levels...Coming from the chaotic confusing world as we know it on the East coast, the rainforest provided the quiet contemplative space that allowed us to listen to our hearts and souls and to know what had always been there - such a gift."
-- Kathy M.
Darien, CT
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