“One of the World’s Nine Best Wellness Retreats”
“One of the most incredible spots in the world”
“Willka T’ika is #1 on the Must List”
Reset Your Mind, Body, Spirit
Willka T’ika sits in Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas, one of the most energetically charged places on Earth — making it the perfect spot to unplug and restore your mind, body, and soul. Nestled in the Andes mountains, close to Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Willka T’ika invites you to reconnect with Pachamama (“Mother Earth”) and discover your best self.
For more than thirty years, our sustainable, luxury retreat has curated award-winning holistic wellness offerings. A perennial in luxury wellness, Willka T’ika has been selected by Vogue, CNN Travel, The Guardian, Yoga Journal, and many others as a place of otherworldly beauty, self-care, connection, and transformation. The Conscious Leadership Retreat is a natural extension of our award-winning Essential Wellness Program and was exclusively designed for mid-career through early retirement professionals including founders, executives, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries seeking an authentic mind, body, spirit experience.
Willka T’ika and the Sacred Valley are a wellspring of cultural, spiritual, and wellness opportunities. Experience Willka Tika’s unique and stunning Chakra Gardens, authentic Andean ceremonies, excursions to the stunning secrets of the Incan world, breathtaking hikes, transformational rituals, powerful nature-based experiences, restorative spa therapies, mindfulness meditations and yoga practices in the garden, and so much more. The Conscious Leadership Retreat provides a unique opportunity to reflect and reconnect with your core values and life goals and use them to realign your outward trajectory with your deepest truths. Explore the possibilities for creating an unforgettable journey.
This exclusive program will be co-led by Willka T’ika’s Directors, Terry Cumes and Tristen Langley and Executive Coach, Shaw Thomas. Enrollment will be limited to ensure an intimate environment and optimal experience.
“#1 on the Must List”
“Top 50 Travel Destinations”
“Top Wellness Spot in Latin America”
“Best New Wellness Trips to Book This Year”
“The Perfect Retreat”
An Unforgettable Journey with A Lasting Effect
Is The Conscious Leadership Retreat right for me?
- Are you in a life or career transition?
- Are you looking for your deeper purpose in life?
- Do you aspire to be a fuller version of yourself at home and at work?
- Are you craving a deeper connection with Nature and Spirit?
- Are you contemplating your legacy and next stage of your life?
Transformative Andean Ceremonies Cultural Excursions Visionary Visit to Machu Picchu Restorative Therapies Breathtaking Hikes Authentic Andean Ceremonies
Cultural immersion, traditional Andean ceremony and nature connection are cornerstones of our fully inclusive Conscious Leadership Retreat. Learn more about the excursions, interactive experiences, therapeutic treatments and Andean customs that will create a joyful and transformative journey.
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu
Explore Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. The train will bring you to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to the majestic terraces of Machu Picchu. Enjoy an enlightening tour of the ancient “City of Light” with your guide. Built in the 15th century, this awe-inspiring Incan castle is set high in the Andes Mountains above the Urubamba River valley. Machu Picchu’s construction techniques and use of astrological alignments remain a mystery given the technologies of the day. Scientists marvel at how this architectural masterpiece was constructed without the use of steel, mortar, or wheels. Delight in the panoramic views of the mountains and forging a connection with this powerful symbol of the ancient past.
Despacho
Fire Ceremony
Despacho/Fire Ceremony
Participate in an authentic Andean offering and fire ceremony with our pakko, a very special Q’ero healer, visiting from the high Andes. After dinner, our pakko invites guests to an authentic and transformative offering to honor Pachamama, yourself and your loved ones. The ceremony will remind us to focus our intention for this journey and serves as a wonderful preparation of mind, body, and spirit for the pilgrimage to Machu Picchu.
Moray Circles
Mystical Moray Circles
Amidst beautiful mountain scenery, you’ll explore the mystical Moray Circles. The site boasts enormous circular, terraced levels carved into the earth. The exact use still remains a mystery, but each terraced level creates an effective microclimate similar to what is achievable with a modern greenhouse.
K’intu Ceremony
Kintu Ceremony
Forge a deeper connection with Pachamama (Mother Earth) by participating in a K’intu ceremony. Often paired with Despacho or Fire Ceremony, this offering explores the healing and ritual nature of the coca leaves. Guided by our pakko – a very special Q’ero healer, visiting from the high Andes – you will set intention for your journey and transfer them to the coca leaves.
Maras Salt Mines
The Salt Mines of Maras
Explore this otherworldly terraced landscape and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The archeological evidence suggests that this has been an active mine since pre-Incan times. Today, the site is still active, and each salt pan is owned and mined by a local family. Option to hike a zig-zag trail into the Sacred Valley on your way to Willka T’ika.
Coca Leaf Reading
Coca Leaf Readings
Explore ancient ceremonial practices with Layka, a traditional Andean healer. Layka will read the coca leaves and tell you about your health, relationships, family, and career. This intensely personal reading will help guide you on your journey of transformation. Her coca leaf readings have been called “soul-revealing” and we know you will benefit from her insights and guidance.
Ollantaytambo
Ollantaytambo
Visit the ceremonial site of Ollantaytambo and its famous Sun Temple and ritual fountains. This archaeological site boasts a massive Incan fortress with large stone terraces expertly constructed into the hillside. Enjoy walking the cobblestoned streets of this quaint picturesque town filled with adobe buildings.
Floral Bath
Medicinal Floral Baths
Soak under the stars in our Andean Flower Baths. Aromatic blends created from blossoms in the Willka T’ika gardens infuse the water, the air, and your spirit. The unique solar baths, created from stone and set in secluded garden spots, are heated by the sun during the day. At night the water is infused with flowers, medicinal herbs, and medicinal Maras salt. Unwind under the Milky Way and experience bliss.
Sweat Lodge
Sweat Lodge & Plunge Pool
Spend a morning in ceremony with a complete detoxification experience in our authentic Sweat Lodge or Umpina Wasi. Restore body and soul with this purification ceremony while gazing at the stunning Pumahuanca mountains. After this profound perspiration and inner cleansing, cool off in our medicinal plunge pool or Hampi Yaku. We can infuse your restorative bath with the sacred plant essence of your choice. Our homemade hydrosols include Lavender, Eucalyptus, Muña, Ruda, or Molle, all grown, harvested, and distilled at Willka T’ika.
Plunge Pool
Sweat Lodge & Plunge Pool
Spend a morning in ceremony with a complete detoxification experience in our authentic Sweat Lodge or Umpina Wasi. Restore body and soul with this purification ceremony while gazing at the stunning Pumahuanca mountains. After this profound perspiration and inner cleansing, cool off in our medicinal plunge pool or Hampi Yaku. We can infuse your restorative bath with the sacred plant essence of your choice. Our homemade hydrosols include Lavender, Eucalyptus, Muña, Ruda, or Molle, all grown, harvested, and distilled at Willka T’ika.
Sound Healing
Sound Healing
A sound healing ceremony has the power to penetrate our habitual thought patterns, permitting us to reduce our mental activity and reach a state of profound relaxation. With a variety of beautiful instruments from around the world, our talented musician will help guests balance mental and physical equilibrium and reach a place of internal harmony.
Yoga
Yoga
Willka T’ika caters to all levels and interests in yoga. Our highly professional yoga teachers offer new and classic forms of yoga, adapted to your group’s needs. Yoga classes are perfect to help balance out hiking adventures and are held in one of our sun-filled, fully equipped yoga studios. Your group might also enjoy practicing in the shade of our thousand-year-old lucuma tree in the Seven Chakra Gardens.
Seven Chakra Gardens
Seven Chakra Gardens
The world-renowned Seven Chakra Gardens winds through the grounds of Willka T’ika. The gardens contain symbols, shapes, sculptures, and medicinal plants which resonate with one of the seven major energy centers of the body. Each garden offers a uniquely charged sacred space for group or personal work. Voted as one of the top experiences during a stay at Willka T’ika, guests enjoy the gardens’ rejuvenating energies and exploring the healing connection with Pachamama, Mother Nature.
One of the garden’s most ancient residents is the 1,000+ year-old Lucuma tree which transmits its tremendous healing earth energy from a pre-Inkan era. The tree grounds and inspire guests in need of integrating their body, mind, and spirit. Some believe Willka T’ika’s Lucuma tree is one of approximately 365 shrines located along the Inkan Empire seques or arrow straight lines. These forty or so lines emanate from Cusco’s Korikancha Temple and run for hundreds of miles toward celestial points on the horizon.
Guests can align with the powerful Sacred Valley energies in the Spiral Garden of the third eye Chakra Garden. Walking the Spiral invites the release of unwanted energies and a shift toward expanding consciousness. Opening the third eye chakra to intuition and higher reflection can open the personal path to greater awareness and wellness.
In the crown chakra garden, the thousand-year-old Lucuma Tree connects guests to the energy and wisdom of the ancient Incan civilization. The grassy area beneath the Lucuma Tree is a perfect place for meditation. Winding paths lead from one garden to the other, reminding us to slow down and enjoy the journey.
The gardens heal and balance by encouraging a direct connection to the wisdom of Nature. Walk, meditate, write, paint, or simply relax in the chakra garden of your choice.
Willka T’ika’s Seven Chakra Gardens were a labor of love, which you can read more about in our founder Carol Cumes’ book Chakra Gardens: Opening the Senses of the Soul.
Andean Spa
Andean Spa
Willka T’ika offers a range of therapeutic, Andean-style spa treatments to restore the body and rejuvenate the spirit including various massage modalities and reflexology. Massage styles include Andean massage, aromatherapy massage, hot stone massage, and shiatsu. Our reflexology treatments revitalize the body through pressure applied to reflex zones on the feet. Our reflexology treatments incorporate the healing benefits of salt from the nearby Maras salt farms, or traditional aromatherapy essential oils.
Cacao Ceremony
Cacao Ceremony
Cacao is a sacred “teacher” plant that helps us open our hearts and connect with our higher self. The delicious, chocolate beverage is prepared with love by our staff and served in a musical, meditative ceremony by a shamanic facilitator. The sweetness of this ceremony can cause deep relaxation or animated dancing, or both. Come with an open mind and prepare to open your heart.
What Our Participants Are Saying…
“I’ve been to Willka T’ika twice between major life transitions. The pure energy of the place and warmth of the people gave me the clarity to choose my next path.”
“An experience unlike any other. I am so happy to be working with Willka T’ika on such transformative programs. There is no better place in the Sacred Valley, perhaps in the world, for such events.”
“There are pivotal moments in one’s life when it is necessary to step out of our daily reality and immerse deeply in the sacred, held by the vibrancy of nature, beauty and community. Willka T’ika, in Peru’s Sacred Valley, is where I return again and again for the journey of transformation and healing. Terry Cumes and Tristen Langley are the trusted stewards of this magical, spiritual retreat – conscious leaders who have helped guide so many of us on a path of purpose, myself included. I highly recommend this retreat for anyone who is exploring their own process of transformation in pursuit of purpose.”
“Willka T’ika is a Retreat in the true sense of the word. Where leaders can lay down our armor and embrace our true selves. Something about feeling so fully taken care of here, allowed me to blow open my creativity and to begin my next professional venture.”
“I honestly cannot think of a better location for leaders than Willka T’ika. It was extremely supportive for having the team to come together, connect, get re-energized, and truly reassess on what’s important for self, for company and for customers. The environment, the service and the energy of the place is so incredibly phenomenal. Highly, highly recommend it. Go there!”
“Willka T’ika feeds the soul on many levels. I came to this beautiful place to help people explore their inner shadows. There were many sacred, intimate moments I will never forget. The staff, like the famous gardens that blanket the grounds, contributed to that safe environment through their attention to the details of our needs. Willka T’ika calls to me. Already, I am dreaming of returning.”
“Terry Cumes and Tristen Langley are incredible business-minded humans with a lot to offer. Having been to Willka T’ika with them before, I can attest it’s an experience of a lifetime! I would be eager to experience their Conscious Leadership Program!”
“After visiting and scouting many retreats around the world over the past 23 years of teaching, Willka T’ika is now among the top of our list. The attention to detail, incredible staff and amazing food is just the beginning. The facilities are spectacular, a well-planned yoga space and their ability to seamlessly support our large group is beyond words. I highly recommend it.”
“Willka T’ika is the literal garden of Eden. Walking through the grounds is like being in Paradise. There are hundreds of types of flowers, plants, and blooming trees with fruits. You can’t help but feel grounded and at peace. This is my second time at Willka T’ika. I feel like I’m coming home. The staff is friendly and amazing and make me feel like family. They take care of all your needs. I love the yoga room and the food is over the top. I feel good bringing a group here knowing that we will be cared for and have a great time.”
Ready to experience deep transformation?
Enjoy an immersive, journey and reconnect with your deepest values. Explore the stunning secrets of the Incan World, experience traditional Andean ceremonies, rediscover yourself in healing rituals, savor deep self-care with traditional spa therapies, connect with the peace and wisdom of Pachamama and so much more. Book a call with our Conscious Leadership Retreat Specialist to learn more and see how our program can help you discover your highest purpose.
Your Guides
Shaw Thomas is a former Bank Executive with 30 years of experience in management, business development, and commercial real estate. Shaw is known for his ability to foster relationships with clients, business partners, and associates at all levels of the organizations for which he has worked. He has a genuine dedication to serving and supporting individuals and his community and has been mentoring and coaching for many years.
He now uses his corporate and life experience as a Life and Career Coach to help others discover their path. Shaw has been an avid student and practitioner of personal development, mindfulness, and coaching, originating from his lifelong interest in these areas.
Shaw coaches clients to discover their authentic self while helping them navigate life and career transitions. He is an avid traveler, hiker, and golfer. He encourages individuals to be their best and guides them to connect more deeply with themselves and live from the Inside Out.
Terry Cumes and Tristen Langley run Willka T’ika Essential Wellness and reside in Peru when they are not in California or Australia. They both received their MBAs from Stanford Graduate School of Business, where they met ordering tea in the coffee line.
The Executive Director of Amalfi Capital, Tristen has two decades of experience in venture capital with leading international investment and technology companies. Tristen sourced, led, and was operationally involved with private investments that have returned over $4.5 billion to investors. Tristen’s experience spanning Asia, Silicon Valley, Europe, and Australia has inspired women around the world to pursue careers in Finance and Investing.
Terry is an international executive who has launched and grown several global travel and education businesses. Terry is the CEO of Willka T’ika Essential Wellness, Peru’s first luxury wellness center located in the Sacred Valley. Under Terry’s leadership, Willka T’ika welcomes scores of groups each year. Each group is unique with programmatic themes ranging from yoga and mindfulness to transformative leadership in business.
Willka T’ika was included in “9 of the World’s Best Wellness Retreats” by CNN and nominated “Best Digital Detox Retreat” by VOGUE Magazine.
Accommodations
Willka T’ika offers an environment of mindful luxury. Our guest suites are nestled in charming spaces throughout the gardens with views of the spectacular Andes mountains and Willka T’ika’s breathtaking flowers and trees. Andean themes, Feng Shui principles, indigenous artwork, and sustainable, local materials inspire the rooms’ design. Each room is named for the Andean medicinal plant that grows at the doorstep of its private entrance. Fresh-cut blossoms from our gardens welcome guests, and cozy hot-water bottles warm your bed at night creating the perfect environment for self-care, introspection, and transformation.
Cuisine
At Willka T’ika, luxury and wellness go hand in hand. Each day, our chefs lovingly prepare organic vegetarian cuisine to nourish your body and spirit. Experience a fusion of Andean flavors, unique local grains, herbs, and vegetables harvested daily from our own gardens. We welcome vegan, gluten-free, and special dietary requests.
Willka T’ika is proud to offer the only gourmet vegetarian hotel kitchen in Peru’s Sacred Valley. Our gardens are strictly organic. Fresh, restorative meals are served daily.
Breakfast: Wake with the sun as it rises over the Andean peaks and start your day with a cup of freshly harvested herbal tea or roasted organic, Quillabamba coffee, grown on our staff’s family farms. Each morning, the buffet includes breads from a local bakery, fresh eggs, fruits and avocados from the subtropical Machu Picchu area, and homemade muesli prepared with a variety of superfood Andean grains.
Lunches will restore and sustain you after a morning of introspection or adventure. Using the freshest vegetables and herbs from our organic gardens, the chefs will compliment regional delicacies with savory notes. Medicinal teas prepared for your specific needs will enhance the meal’s flavors and aid in digestion to prepare you for your next experience.
Dinner will delight your taste buds and rejuvenate your whole being. A hearty soup accompanies a freshly harvested salad. The vegetarian entrees often include quinoa and kiwicha, the grains that gave Incan warriors strength, and tarwi, a delicious Andean legume that contains more protein than red meat. Cultivate an improved sense of wellbeing as you indulge in our chefs’ inspired Andean comfort food.
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Grounding
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Unwind: take time to rest from your travels. Connect with mother nature and acclimate to the breathtaking mountain setting.
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Early arrivals should consult with our retreat concierge and consider a day trip to explore Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Center and the capital of the Incan Empire.
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Welcome Lunch: Restore your body from the “inside out” with a nourishing meal prepared with ingredients fresh from our gardens.
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Enjoy a guided tour of the world-renowned 7-Chakra Gardens and begin the process of grounding.
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Participate in an authentic Andean K’intu ceremony to forge a deeper connection with Pachamama, Mother Earth.
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Personal introductions will be made in the Earth Garden.
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Get into the flow with Restorative Yoga Nidra in the late afternoon.
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Welcome Dinner: We’ll review the program goals, your personal aspirations and detail the week’s upcoming experiences and activities.
Day 2: Intention
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Start the day with guided meditation and yoga to center your mind, body, and spirit.
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Group breakfast is an opportunity to connect and share.
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Scenic exploration through the local community of Rumichaka (bridge of stone).
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Go deeper. We’ll engage in a reflection exercise to help us set our intention for the program.
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After lunch, experience a personal coca leaf reading, an ancient ceremonial practice that will illuminate aspects of your career, health, relationships and much more.
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Take part in a “despacho,” an authentic Andean ritualistic offering led by our Pakko, a healer from the mountain village of Q’eros followed by a sacred fire ceremony.
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Enjoy our chef’s inspired cuisine with a hearty dinner from our gardens that will help you cultivate an improved sense of wellbeing.
Day 3: Vitality
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Start the day with meditation and yoga.
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Get in your body with a hike to the stunning Salt Mines of Maras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been active since pre-Incan times.
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Amidst gorgeous mountain scenery, explore the mystical Stone Circles of Moray.
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Delight in a gourmet picnic lunch followed by a special group ceremony.
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After dinner, reset with a therapeutic spa experience including a Medicinal Flower Bath or a traditional Andean Massage.
Day 4: Community
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Start the day with meditation and yoga.
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Commune with the group at a nourishing and savory breakfast buffet.
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Explore the Sacred Valley with a visit to the Incan Fortress of Ollantaytambo.
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Learn about ayni, Andean reciprocity, with a service project that gives back to the local community.
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For lunch, enjoy a Pachamanca, an Andean culinary experience.
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Enjoy the afternoon at Willka T’ika, centering with pranayama (breathwork) and a group activity building connection and processing our shared experience.
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After dinner, discover radical self-care with a therapeutic spa treatment including an Andean hot stone massage or Crystal Light Therapy.
Day 5: Connection
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Imprint the day with your intentions by meditating and practicing yoga in the shade of our 1000-year-old lucuma tree.
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Enjoy a purifying Temazcal, sweat lodge ceremony and plunge pool.
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At lunch, enjoy a nourishing meal that cleanses and fortifies the body followed by an exploration your higher purpose and how to manifest it in your daily life.
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Participate in a shamanic sound healing ceremony that uses vibration to calm brain activity, heart rate, and reset your nervous system.
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After dinner, enjoy each other’s company as we gather by the fireplace for a reflection practice.
Day 6: Vision
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The program culminates with a pilgrimage to the ancient Citadel of Machu Picchu.
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After a private transfer, scenic train, winding bus, and a short hike we’ll arrive in this World Heritage Site.
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At the foot of this ancient wonder of the world, we’ll contemplate our unique “Hero’s Journey.”
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Enjoy a late lunch in Aguas Calientes at an local Peruvian eatery before taking the train back to Willka T’ika for dinner.
Day 7: Integration
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Savor our final meditation and yoga session. Commit the experience to your mind, body, and soul and prepare to integrate the practice into your daily life as you return home.
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Enjoy an opportunity to process our shared experience at the final breakfast together.
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After a week of introspection, reflect on your experience with an integration practice.
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Farewell ceremony by the 1000-year-old Lucuma tree.
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Noon check-out.
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Consider extending your experience with us in the Sacred Valley – one of the most energetically charged places in the world – with an exploration to some of the amazing nearby sites including Cusco, P’isaq, Saksaywaman, Tipón, Humantay Lake, or Rainbow Mountain. Or continue your journey of self-exploration at Willka T’ika and enjoy our Andean Spa, therapeutic treatments, and healing ceremonies.
The Willka T'ika Experience
Our fates are intertwined…
One of our founding principles is the Quechua concept of ayni or reciprocity. Ayni roughly translates to “today for you, tomorrow for me,” in other words our energy and fates are intertwined, dependent on each other. We apply this concept to our sustainability practices as well as to our guest experience. Within our gardens and grounds, there is a warm, hospitable, and inclusive atmosphere. Feeling safe and relaxed, you are invited to focus on self-care, deep healing, and personal growth. We have had the pleasure of hosting a diverse clientele of executives, business leaders, entrepreneurs, wellness teachers, coaches, photographers, writers, healing artists, outdoor adventurers, visionaries, couples, and families from around the globe. Willka T’ika is also a preferred destination for solo women travelers and LGBTQ+ singles and couples. Our owners personally welcome guests, host garden tours, join yoga classes, and drop in at dinner to chat and answer your questions. At Willka T’ika, make yourself at home, connect with nature, and cultivate holistic wellbeing.
On the grounds of Willka T’ika
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Our gardens and indoor spaces are ideal for a wide range of group activities, including yoga, meditation, dance, shamanic practices, holistic healing, leadership coaching, creative arts, and outdoor adventures. The main building includes a spacious living room with a fireplace, a bar, and dining area overlooking the gardens. There are separate library and music rooms, each with fireplaces, ideal for quiet contemplation or communal activities. Set within secluded gardens, the Takiwasi Music Room, the Yachaywasi Library, and the Ñawi Earth Eye are available for ceremonies, gatherings, and meditation sessions.
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The world-renowned Seven Chakra Gardens winds through the grounds of Willka T’ika. The gardens contain symbols, shapes, sculptures, and medicinal plants, each of which resonates with one of the seven major chakras, or energy centers, of the human body. Within the garden, you’ll discover our Andean Spa, crystal light therapy rooms, and secluded solar baths.
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Two multi-purpose, sun-filled Yoga Studios can comfortably accommodate 60 or 40 mats respectively. Each studio has a sound system and is fully equipped with yoga mats, blocks, straps, pillows, and folded Andean wool & cotton blankets for bolsters. We also encourage you to expand your practice to the gardens. A favorite location is in the shade of our thousand-year-old lucuma tree.
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We have a dedicated Wi-Fi multimedia center near the main dining area, for guest use. Coffee lovers will enjoy the espresso and juice bar in the center.
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Our onsite store offers a selection of unique jewelry & local crafts. All profits support our Willka Tika Children’s Fund, a non-profit organization founded by Carol Cumes to support the education of thousands of Quechua children in remote Andean villages.
What Our Guests Are Saying
Location
Willka T’ika sits at the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Inka, in one of the earth’s most energetically charged, culturally rich settings. Willka T’ika, meaning “sacred flower” in Quechua, is located at Paradero Rumichaka, 2 kilometers north of Urubamba, a 75-minute drive from the Cusco airport en route to Machu Picchu, and a 30-minute drive from Ollantaytambo train station and the trains to Machu Picchu.
The Willka T’ika Family
One of the most unique qualities that you will find at Willka T’ika is the exceptionally attentive and deeply caring service you will receive. Most of our team is from our community of Rumichaka, so you will meet many local Quechua staff during your stay. With deep roots in the Andean culture and a personal dedication to making your experience wonderful – our Quechua team creates the beautiful spirit of Willka T’ika. Most have been at Willka T’ika since its founding in 1994 and include multiple generations of several families. They have all taken part in its construction, and contributed original artwork, and their ancestral wisdom of the medicinal plants in the Sacred Valley. Each member of our extended family is involved in decision making about the grounds and our guests’ experience. We all take pride in making your experience joyful and restorative and in making Willka T’ika a warm and welcome home for you.
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Upcoming Conscious Leadership Retreat
January 26 to February 1, 2025
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FAQ
Who are the hosts leading this retreat?
Terry is an international executive who has launched and grown several global travel and education businesses. Terry is the CEO of Willka T’ika Essential Wellness, Peru’s first luxury wellness center located in the Sacred Valley. Under Terry’s leadership, Willka T’ika welcomes scores of groups each year. Each group is unique with programmatic themes ranging from yoga and mindfulness to transformative leadership in business.
The Executive Director of Amalfi Capital, Tristen has two decades of experience in venture capital with leading international investment and technology companies. Tristen sourced, led and was operationally involved with private investments that have returned over $4.5 billion to investors. Tristen’s experience spanning Asia, Silicon Valley, Europe and Australia has inspired women around the world to pursue careers in Finance and Investing.
Who is the executive coach leading this retreat?
He now uses his corporate and life experience as a Life and Career Coach to help others discover their path. Shaw has been an avid student and practitioner of personal development, mindfulness, and coaching, originating from his lifelong interest in these areas.
Shaw coaches clients to discover their authentic self while helping them navigate life and career transitions. He is an avid traveler, hiker, and golfer. He encourages individuals to be their best and guides them to connect more deeply with themselves and live from the Inside Out.
What is the daily schedule like?
Day 1: Grounding
Unwind: Take time to rest from your travels. Early arrivals can feel free to visit Cusco on their own.
After a welcome lunch, we will tour the 7 Chakra Gardens and participate in an Andean K’intu ceremony for the group.
Introductions take place in the Earth Garden.
Restorative Yoga Nidra will be offered before dinner.
Over Welcome Dinner we review the week’s activities at Willka T’ika.
Day 2: Intention
Start the day with guided meditation and centering yoga class.
After breakfast, we will take a scenic walk through the local community of Rumichaka (bridge of stone).
Before lunch, we engage in a reflection activity to help us set and share our purpose for this program.
Coca leaf readings will take place during the afternoon with an Andean “Despacho” ceremony by our special Pakko (healer) from the community of Q’eros.
After dinner, participate in an Andean fire ceremony to clarify your vision for the week.
Day 3: Vitality
Start the day with meditation and yoga.
Hike up to the stunning Salt Mines of Maras with an option to visit the Stone Circles of Moray.
Gourmet picnic lunch followed by a special group ceremony.
After dinner, re-charge with therapeutic activities at Willka T’ika such as a Medicinal Flower Bath.
Day 4: Community
Start the day with meditation and yoga.
Drive down the valley to Ollantaytambo to visit an Incan Fortress and a local village. Learn about ayni or Andean reciprocity with a service project.
For lunch, participate in a Pachamanca, an Andean culinary experience.
Come back to Willka T’ika for a centering pranayama and group activity.
After dinner, re-charge with therapeutic activities at Willka T’ika such as an Andean hot stone massage.
Day 5: Connection
Start the day with meditation and yoga.
Enjoy a purifying Temazcal (sweat lodge).
After lunch, re-group for a group discussion on connecting with your higher purpose.
Participate in a shamanic sound healing ceremony.
After dinner, group reflection activity by the fireplace.
Day 6: Vision
The program culminates with a pilgrimage to the ancient Citadel of Machu Picchu.
After a private transfer, scenic train, winding bus, and a short hike we arrive in this World Heritage Site.
Group discussion of our individual “Hero’s Journeys”
Late lunch in Aguas Calientes before taking the train back to Willka T’ika for dinner.
Day 7: Integration
Final meditation and yoga sessions.
After breakfast, participate in a final integration activity after a week of reflection and introspection.
Farewell ceremony by the 1000 year-old Lucuma tree.
Noon check-out or extend your stay in the Sacred Valley (or Cusco).
How will our group get from Cusco airport to Willka T’ika?
How do we get to Machu Picchu?
All of our fully inclusive programs include at least a one-day excursion to Machu Picchu. This has to be reserved in advance as train tickets, entry tickets, buses, transfers, and guides must all be arranged. Some leaders may choose to offer Machu Picchu as an optional extension before or after their program. Some groups choose to spend a night in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu where there are several comfortable and convenient hotels. This allows them to return to the Citadel a second time and add a popular hike to the program.
What is the weather like?
The Sacred Valley has the most moderate weather in the Andes which means generally sunny warm days, and cool nights. Unless you’re planning a serious trek, there is no bad time to come to the Sacred Valley. Since weather can change dramatically at high altitude, it is always wise to have a hat, rain/wind jacket and a few layers.
March through May (the Andean fall months) are sunny, and the mountains and fields are beautifully green. Soft rains may fall at night in February & March.
June through August (the winter months) are sunny and dry. After sunset, it gets cold enough for a sweater or jacket. Frost occurs only rarely.
September through November (the lovely Andean spring months) see warmer nights. Soft rains at night may begin in November.
December through February, summer vegetables and fruits ripen, and the Willka T’ika garden is in full bloom. Rains, if they come, are over quickly. January marks the beginning of the summer rainy season. Mornings are often clear and dry, and the rains arrive in the afternoon and continue through the night.
Be prepared for relatively high elevations. Approximate elevations above sea-level: Willka T’ika’s 9,420 feet, Cusco’s 11,150 feet, Machu Picchu 7,800 feet
