FAQ

What are the visa and passport requirements to travel to Peru?
For travelers who hold British, Australian, Canadian, USA and other EU passports, a passport that is at least 6-months from its expiry date is required. No visas are required for those who hold British, Australian, Canadian, USA or other EU passport holders, but a return ticket is required.

Nationals of the following countries need a visa to travel to Peru:
All African countries (except South Africa), Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, United Arab Emirates, India, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Oman, Qatar, Laos, North Korea, Pakistan, Syria, Sri Lanka, People's Republic of China, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen, Cuba, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Slovenia, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine and Serbia & Montenegro.


What is the weather like in Peru?
For the Mountain Highlands (Cusco, Lake Titicaca etc.) from April to October it is the dry season, with hot, dry days and cold, dry nights, often hovering just above freezing, particularly in June and July.

From November to mid April it is the wet season with most rain in January and February. It is usually clear and dry in the mornings with outbursts of heavy rain in the afternoons. The daily temperatures are typically mild with only a small drop at night.

Average highs and lows in degrees can be viewed here.


What is the time difference in Peru?
The standard time difference in Peru compared to UTC/GMT is -5 hours. Daylight Saving Time is not used.

Hong Kong is 13 hours ahead of Peruvian time.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Peruvian time.
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Peruvian time.


How many people will I be traveling with?
The maximum number of people will be 25, however, it depends on individual trips.  Sometimes the number will be fewer, and we will have a very intimate group. This information can usually be confirmed by the time of the payment deadline.


Can couples join the trip together or is it better to travel individually?
Of course, couples can join together.  However, due to the inner work that we will be doing in the ceremonies on the trip, it is advised that couples who travel together be aware that life lessons between them maybe magnified during the trip. This is altogether a positive thing, if we are aware of it and will be in acceptance to go through these lessons.

In my personal experience, some participants may wish to go through these lessons alone, and others may prefer to do it with their partner. It is purely a personal choice.


Is there an age limitation in joining the trip?
I have experienced people of all ages and from all walks of life join similar trips. Rather than chronological age, a heart of wishing to discover more about oneself, is more important. There may be some hiking during the trips; anyone who is reasonably fit should not have any problems. It is also beneficial for anyone who is thinking of joining the trip to prepare beforehand for their spiritual and physical fitness.

(see "spiritual and physical fitness")


I am a vegetarian. Will my special diet needs be taken care of in the trip?
Any special dietary requirements will be respected, please notify us of your needs before the trip commences.


Can I have a single room during the trip?
We respect your need for privacy, if you require a single room, the additional charge of the trip is USD 600 for the Peru trip, USD 900 for the Peru and Bolivia trip and USD 300 for just the Bolivia trip. Please notify us during registration.


What does the enrollment fee include? What does it not include?
The USD 4,000. exchange includes accommodations, the services of the guides, shamans, all ceremonies, the fees to archaeological centers, breakfasts, lunches, dinners (except during the fast for San Pedro and Ayahuasca Ceremonies), train tickets, air transport from Lima to Cusco, and all territorial transport to all places.

It does not include, international airfare, airport taxes, drinks in the meals or tips.


Can you tell me more about the Ayahuasca Ceremonies?
Ayahuasca Ceremonies are an integral part of the Andean shamanic initiation, they are included in the trip in honor of the Andean spiritual tradition. First and foremost, these ceremonies are purely optional. Anyone who feels this is not the time to participate in these ceremonies, do not have to.

Ayahuasca is an Amazonian plant concoction that has been used for centuries as a natural and sacred entheogenic medicine by the native Indians and shamans across the upper Amazon throughout Peru, Columbia, Ecuador and Brazil.

The name aya means "spirit" and huasca means "vine", when we experience Ayahuasca, we become the vine that bridges the spirit and the human world.

Ayahuasca is an incredible cleansing and purifying medicine; it is a doctor spirit that can purge the body of physical, emotional, spiritual impurities, often for more than one lifetime.

Ayahuasca is also a teacher that can bring you closer to the divinity of who you are. Having a clear intention of the discovery of your spiritual self during the partaking of Ayahuasca is very important. When working with Ayahuasca it is crucial that we have a clear intention, as well as commitment and respect for the medicine.

Ayahuasca ceremonies is a deep inner work that requires personal integrity and devotion, they are offered as an opportunity to do serious work in cleansing, rebalancing and learning about the truth of who we are.

As with all medicines in the shamanic tradition, an honor and dedication towards the medicine spirit will benefit one tremendously; needless to say, the reverse can also be true.

It is beneficial to approach these ceremonies with an open mind.  Everyone’s experience will be different. Fewer expectations will lead to a more effective healing.

If you are on prescribed medication, it is advisable to first discuss with your doctor in the partaking of Ayahuasca.

If there are any further questions regarding Ayahuasca or San Pedro Ceremonies, our shaman will be very happy to answer any further questions on the trip.


If I join this trip, do I have to stay for the entire duration, or could I leave earlier or join in the middle of the trip?
It is advisable to stay for the duration of the journey, because we as a group will start to bond and create a group energy once the trip begins. The group’s role is a role of support during any challenges one may experience during any spiritual revelations.


What if I am not interested in participating in the ceremonies?
The specific intention of this trip is to learn about the shamanic practices in Andean spirituality. The practice of ceremonies is a prevalent practice in this tradition. A ceremony is to remember the wisdom and power of nature, and through this wisdom awaken the divinity of the individual. This trip is not a "holiday" in the common sense, it is an opportunity for deep personal work, as well as service for the planet as a collective whole.

If you are not interested in ceremonies, there are many other trips to Peru that focus more on sightseeing or luxury holidays.


What is the ceremony of the "Unity of Hearts"?
1heartperu.org is created with the vision of one heart, one love and one planet. For the planet to progress, we have to do it together. The Unity of Hearts is a ceremony to intensify the beauty of oneness. The Andes being a strong energy portal for Divine Feminine Energy, it is perfect for our group to open our hearts and connect with each other on a deeper heart level during the journey.


How much reading should we do before the trip?
It is of our recommendation for the group to be fully in the experience. If you do not feel called to read any books, please honor your spirit’s guidance. If however, you truly wish to learn about Peru and its spiritual traditions, here are some recommendations.