“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”
Creating the Experience of a Lifetime…
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. Our sustainable, luxury retreat was designed to serve group leaders seeking an authentic mind, body, spirit experience.
For more than thirty years as the premier luxury retreat in Peru, Willka T’ika has curated award-winning group and wellness offerings. Selected by Vogue, CNN Travel, Yoga Journal, and many others as a place of otherworldly beauty, self-care, connection, and transformation — Willka T’ika will provide your group with the experience of a lifetime.
Our offerings include everything from expertly curated, Luxury Group Retreats to In-Residence options. 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, nature-based experiences, restorative spa therapies, garden meditations, yoga practices and so much more. Explore all of the possibilities for creating an unforgettable journey for your group.
“#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 for Your Group
Expertly Curated, Luxury Retreats
Perfect for:
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New group retreat leaders
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Leaders traveling to Peru for the first time
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Leaders who want to guarantee a smooth and seamless experience
In-Residence Retreats
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Intensely scheduled retreats, e.g. yoga teacher training
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Groups desiring a luxury wellness experience
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Groups who want to experience the best of the Sacred Valley despite having limited free time
What Group Leaders Are Saying…
“For the past 4 years we’ve led life-changing yoga retreats to Willka T’ika in the Sacred Valley of Peru. Willka T’ika is the quintessential set and setting to experience authentic Andean culture while diving deeper into yoga practice. It is a Yogi’s dream, with Chakra Meditation Gardens, inspiring practice spaces, and world class healthy and conscious dining. It is the perfect take off point for excursions and exploration into the surrounding sacred Inkan sites. Best of all, however, is the loving and kind staff of Willka T’ika who make you feel at home.”
“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.”
“An experience unlike any other…This was our first Mystery School retreat under the McKenna Academy, and as ever, I am 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 to take place. The magic of Willka T’ika’s Chakra Gardens combined with the spiritual power of sound meditation makes for an experience unlike any other.”
“I have traveled the world and seen many fascinating places, and Willka T’ika is the one I plan to return to again and again. The gardens are exquisite, the food is brimming with vitality and the location is conducive to experiencing the ancient essence. Our warm-hearted hosts, Carol and Mark, have created an atmosphere of beauty and tranquility. Together with the very loving indigenous people of Peru, they have handcrafted an ideal and nurturing retreat. The combination of a daily Yoga practice, meditation in the gardens and hiking in the Andes re-connects us with the Earth. If you visit Willka T’ika you will experience the heart and soul of Peru.”
“Willka T’ika is a paradise that allows you to slip into the Peruvian culture with a deep ahhh! The gardens, the staff, and the owner Carol Cumes are exquisite like the unexplainable walls of Machu Picchu. It feels so right to stay in a retreat that supports the local community, that promotes organic sustainable farming and that nourishes its guests with the wisdom of Peru. Thank you.”
“One if the most magical places I’ve ever been and ever facilitated a retreat. I highly recommend it!! It feels like you are completely enveloped by powerful sacred space.”
“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.”
“The best experience of my life. The food, the service, accommodations, were all beyond expectation. Our guide was spectacular. The tours were breathtaking, and the spiritual ceremonies and shaman were some of the best I’ve ever encountered. I will definitely be going back to Willka T’ika!”
“This place is truly magical! The staff creates a feeling of being home. The land, the people, the sacredness of this country, is so incredible that words cannot convey. I look forward to bringing more groups of people to this special place – Willka T’ika.”
“Willka T’ika is a true gift. After 22 years of teaching yoga and guiding adventure travel, we are so happy to have found this special place to stay. Fresh organic food made and served by loving Quechua staff, inspirational gardens, the great yoga room make this a place where we can feel at home while feeling a connection with a culture that we love. The Sacred Valley is right out the door. The Spirit of the Andes is alive here!”
“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.”
“Carol and the staff of locals make this a most special place. Our guide and co-adventurer, spoke with such passion for her homeland that we all grew to love her and Peru. The organization and attention to detail helped our group feel right at home. The whole group said that they had never been fed so well and with such consistent quality – even on excursions. All details were seen to with great care. We plan to return to the beautiful gardens of Willka T’ika and the Sacred land of Peru.”
“Shout out to the fab team at the stunning Willka T’ika Retreat Centre – we will never forget the warmth you brought to our experience with your chakra gardens, floral baths, despacho ceremonies, and those delicious plant based buffets…🤤”
The Willka T'ika Experience
Expertly Curated, Luxury Retreats
Our turnkey options will make planning effortless while assuring that your group has an unforgettable journey. Our staff has more than thirty years of experience curating world-renowned group and wellness retreats. Allow us to guide you through a restorative, immersive, and transformational experience that explores everything that Wilka T’ika and the Sacred Valley have to offer. Our curated retreats are perfect for those interested in an authentic Andean experience and a journey of connection, reflection, and awe.
Our two most popular curated options are the Pachamama and Lucuma Retreats. Each of these retreats balances three elements – an immersive experience of the rich cultural heritage of the Incan world; daily workshops offered by the group leaders; and complementary spiritual, wellness, and self-care offerings at Willka T’ika. Retreat excursions include guided outings to Machu Picchu, Cusco, the mystical Moray Circles, the P’isaq Ruins, and the Salt Mines of Maras. All programs include traditional Andean ceremonies with authentic Q’ero healers from the high mountains.
There is a wide range of optional ceremonies, therapies and day trips that will create the most unique experience for your group. Some of our most popular include the Coca Leaf Reading, Andean music performance, Cacao Ceremony, Sound Healing, Sweat Lodge Ceremony with medicinal plunge pool, and outings to an Andean Craft Market. Andean spa services, full-body massages, outdoor solar flower baths, and crystal light therapies are available in our Andean Spa.
In-Residence Retreats
This option is perfect for intensely scheduled workshops, like yoga teacher trainings or other educational offers. In-Residence retreats allow your group to experience the best of the Sacred Valley right within Willka T’ika’s grounds. Our chefs will prepare nourishing and restorative organic vegetarian cuisine, most of which is sourced from our herb and vegetable gardens. Your group will enjoy deepening their practice in our sun-drenched yoga shalas or in the shade of a thousand-year-old lucuma tree. Between workshop sessions, there will be plenty of time to explore and reflect in our world-renowned Seven Chakra Gardens, characterized by many as a “Garden of Eden” and of indescribable beauty.
We can also help you incorporate quintessential experiences into your schedule – like a day trip to Machu Picchu or an authentic Andean Craft Market, a Cacao Ceremony or Coca Leaf Reading. Complementary experiences including spa and self-care therapies, a Sweat Lodge Ceremony or a performance by Andean musicians can be added to enhance your groups’ journey.
Ready to discover the possibilities?
Book a discovery call with our Retreat Specialist. Create an immersive, transformative journey for your group where they will discover the stunning secrets of the Incan World, experience traditional Andean ceremonies, explore authentic artisan markets, rediscover themselves in healing rituals, explore deep self-care with traditional spa therapies, connect with the peace and wisdom of Pachamama and so much more…
Discover the Possibilities Transformative Andean Ceremonies Cultural Excursions
Cultural immersion and traditional Andean ceremony are cornerstones of our fully inclusive Pachamama and Lucuma programs. Learn more about the excursions, performances, interactive experiences, and Andean customs that will create a joyful and transformative experience for your group.
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.
Ayni
Quechua Mountain School
Quechua Mountain School “Ayni”
One of Willka T’ika’s 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. For that reason, we include a day of ayni in all of our fully inclusive programs. Drive through the Sacred Valley to a Quechua mountain school supported by the Willka T’ika Children’s Fund. Since 1995, the WTCF has supported isolated mountain communities where few tourists visit. In an ayni exchange, the group will offer an interactive activity for the Quechua children. The warmth and heart-warming joy of the children and their openness in bringing guests into their daily lives are moments not easily forgotten. For many groups, this becomes one of their most cherished experiences.
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.
Chinchero
Chinchero
The Chinchero market is recognized as the center of weaving in all of Peru. The women of Chinchero offer demonstrations on how alpaca wool is washed, dried, and spun and the ancient art of mixing the vibrant, natural colors. At the market, you’ll find the brightly woven textiles and other authentic crafts.
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.
Andean Craft Market
Andean Craft Market
Take an afternoon to explore nearby local Andean craft markets, where you’ll find alpaca textiles, handmade jewelry, and traditional crafts from local artisans.
Cusco
Cusco
Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Center was once capital of the Incan Empire and is now considered the historic capital of Peru. Renowned for its complex cultural mix of Incan archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture, Cusco is the perfect place to start your journey in the Sacred Valley.
We encourage guests to arrive in Cusco early in the day to rest and acclimate to the 11,200 altitude. We will start our adventure by exploring the Korikancha Temple, the holiest site during Incan times. Delight in the awe-inspiring Incan stonework that adorns the path to the temple. In the evening, you’ll have time to explore the main square and dine in an authentic Peruvian restaurant. Every nook and cranny of Cusco is teeming with stories of its rich-layered history.
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.
P’isaq
P’isaq
Enjoy the spectacular ruins of P’isaq, one of the most well-preserved archeological sites in Peru. Thought to be an Incan neighborhood and fortress, pottery remnants suggest that the area was inhabited even before the Inca Empire. Overlooking impressive Incan terraces, the group can enjoy a short or longer hike through the ruins. Wander through the main square of P’isaq to visit the famous, colorful market filled with woven goods, jewelry, artwork, and hand-painted beadwork. Enjoy a café in the market square where you can observe traditionally dressed campesinos. P’isaq is a photographer’s dream.
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.
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.
Saksaywaman
Saksaywaman
With your guide, you will explore the awesome giant stones of Saksaywaman. This impressive military complex was considered the most important base of the Incan Empire – an astonishing feat of engineering and imagination. The site overlooks Cusco and is a perfect spot for a group meditation or hike with stunning views of the city.
Music Celebration
Andean Music Performance
Highly accomplished, traditional Andean musicians passionate about sharing their ancestral culture, offer an evening of music and dance for your group. Enjoy the melodic tunes from Inkan times. Many feel moved to get up and dance! A great way to end the last evening at Willka T’ika.
Tipón
Tipón
Tipón is the site of the Incan ritual fountains. “Where there is water, there is life.” Participate in an ancient Andean ceremony to honor Yaku, the spirit of water. At this picturesque site, you have the opportunity to touch the holy water to open the body’s energy centers and activate your individual creative and healing forces.
Group Retreat Comparison
Fully-Inclusive
10 days/ 9 nights (includes 2 nights in Cusco + 1 night Machu Picchu)
Luxury Rooms
Willka T'ika Chakra Gardens, yoga shalas, multi-purpose studios, fire pit and ceremony spaces available for Group Leader workshops & classes
Organic Vegetarian, Gourmet breakfast, lunch, dinner *
Machu Picchu, Cusco, Moray Circles, Maras Salt Mines, Pisaq, “Ayni” Mountain School, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero artisan workshops, Urubamba town: Seminario Ceramics Studio, Authentic Andean Craft Market, and Alpaca Factory Store
Day 1: All-inclusive day trip includes tourist train, bus, transfers, tour guide, entrance tickets, and guided tour of Citadel.
Day 2: Optional hike to the peak of Huayna Picchu Peak or Machu Picchu Mountain.
Authentic Andean Despacho offering, Fire Ceremony with Q'ero Pakko healer, Kintu Ceremony, Andean Music Celebration, Coca Leaf Blessings
Full-time Expert Tour Guide
Guided tour of world-renowned Seven Chakra Gardens at Willka T'ika
Fully-Inclusive
8 days/ 7 nights (includes 1 night in Cusco)
Garden View Rooms; Luxury Room upgrade optional
Willka T'ika Chakra Gardens, yoga shalas, multi-purpose studios, fire pit and ceremony spaces available for Group Leader workshops & classes
Organic Vegetarian, Gourmet breakfast, lunch, dinner *
Machu Picchu, Cusco, Maras Salt Mines, Pisaq, “Ayni” Mountain School, Ollantaytambo, Urubamba town: Seminario Ceramics Studio, Authentic Andean Craft Market, and Alpaca Factory Store
Day 1: All-inclusive day trip includes tourist train, bus, transfers, tour guide, entrance tickets, and guided tour of Citadel.
Authentic Andean Despacho offering, Fire Ceremony with Q'ero Pakko healer, Kintu Ceremony, Coca Leaf Blessings
Full-time Expert Tour Guide
Guided tour of world-renowned Seven Chakra Gardens at Willka T’ika
Self-Designed
Group Leader preference
Luxury Rooms and Garden View Rooms, group leader preference
Willka T'ika Chakra Gardens, yoga shalas, multi-purpose studios, fire pit and ceremony spaces available for Group Leader workshops & classes
Organic Vegetarian, Gourmet breakfast and dinner
Optional, pending availability
Optional, pending availability
Optional, pending availability
Optional, pending availability
* All breakfasts and dinners are included. All lunches at Willka T’ika are included. On excursions, there may be a couple times where you have the opportunity to dine at a local Peruvian eatery and these meals are à la carte.
Optional Experiences Restorative Therapies Breathtaking Hikes Artistic Discovery Healing Modalities
Go deeper…Treat your group to artistic, healing, and adventure offerings that will complement your Willka T’ika retreat. Experience radical self-care, discover your artistic muse, and explore the stunning secrets of the Incan world. These optional offerings are perfect for those who want to make the most of a free morning or afternoon (spa therapies, ceremonies, workshops) or have the flexibility to add a day or two to their itinerary (day trips and excursions).
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.
Art Workshop
Andean Art Workshop
Join – highly acclaimed, Willka T’ika resident Quechua artist – Mario for a workshop that will awaken your muse. Mario’s artwork, rooted in Andean traditions, grace collections throughout the world as well as the walls of Willka T’ika. After an introduction to his creative process, Mario will guide you through the principles of the authentic Andean style. During the workshop, you will create a unique piece of Andean artwork, a keepsake of your journey.
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.
Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain or the Mountain of Seven Colors is a magnificent visual wonder. The mountain owes its unique visage to its varied mineral composition which include sandstone, quartzose, claystone, phyllites, and clays from the Upper Tertiary period, among others. This extremely high-altitude setting is perfect for photography and adventure.
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.
Andean Facial
Andean Facials
Calling on traditional techniques and healing remedies – our rejuvenating facials employ natural products infused with ingredients from our healing gardens. Experience the benefits of a masque suffused with the ancient energy of fruit from our thousand-year-old lucuma tree, or with honey made by bees visiting Willka T’ika’s flowers.
Humantay Lake
Humantay Lake
The high-altitude hike to Humantay Lake is well worth the effort. Humantay is considered the most breathtaking and sacred lake in the region. The crystal-clear turquoise waters rival the beauty of the mountain vistas surrounding the lake. Humantay is the source of drinking water and irrigation for the area, so locals cherish and protect the lake’s purity for themselves and generations to come.
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.
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.
Ceramic Art Workshop
Sacred Valley Ceramic Art Workshop
Enjoy the rich clay earth of the Sacred Valley. Learn about pre-Colombian ceramics and the pottery techniques developed by the renowned ceramic artist, Pablo Seminario. You’ll create a large plate in this tradition that you will paint and have fired – a unique remembrance of your journey. Requires minimum 3 days before departure for drying and firing.
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.
Crystal Light Therapy
Crystal Light Therapy
This subtle yet powerful therapy combines color, light, crystals, and music to clear and realign the body’s chakras. The therapy is thought to recharge the body’s energy and create feelings of deep relaxation and transformation. For some, it engenders a connection to the divine.
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.
Inkan Cave
Inkan Cave Visit
A short drive and breathtaking hike will take you to a steep Inkan stairway where you will ascend to this powerful energetic portal. The remains of an old Inkan Chakana altar make an unequaled spot for meditation.
Waterfall Hike
Waterfall Hike
Hike along a well-preserved Inca trail more than six-hundred-years old amidst eucalyptus trees, kantu and wild fuchsia flowers into the serene wilderness to reach your destination. Boasting a 30-meter drop, this local waterfall is a stunning and sacred sight. Its majestic emerald waters have long been the backdrop for ancient ceremonies and rituals. The waterfall rushes over rocky cliffs creating a magical setting.
A Welcoming Retreat for All…
There is a place for everyone at Willka T’ika. 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 group retreats: yogis, photographers, writers, healing artists, cultural adventurers, team facilitators, 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.
Accommodations
Willka T’ika offers an environment of mindful luxury. Our guest rooms 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. The retreat can accommodate up to 65 guests throughout 35 elegant rooms and suites. Room types include singles, doubles, and triples.
Garden View Rooms
Luxury Rooms
Cuisine
At Willka T’ika, luxury and wellness go hand in hand. Each day, our local 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, and 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 Andean grains.
Lunches, when included, are served family-style, or packed for a day’s outing.
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.
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 are available for your group’s use. The state-of-the-art spaces 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 and leader 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
Olivia Ingalsbe16 March 2024Beautiful experience in a lovely intentional space! If ever given the opportunity, absolutely visit ❤️
Natalie Yazmin16 March 2024Wilka tika is a healing space that feels like home away from home. The staff is the most kind staff that takes care of you like their own family. I am infinitely grateful for their hospitality, care, and for the beautiful space that has been created.
Kendall Frisbee16 March 2024I attended a 3 week yoga teacher training at Willka T’ika and it was wonderful! The gardens and grounds are absolutely GORGEOUS! The rooms were comfortable (especially helps that a hot water bottle is tucked into your sheets right before bedtime). It’s a very quick tuktuk ride away from the sweet little city center of Urubamba (amazing shopping and eats). And I cannot sing enough praises about all of the staff. Everyone was SO attentive to *any* need that you may have at (almost literally) ALL hours of the day. I will definitely be back to visit again💕🥰🦋
Rose Schultz16 March 2024This place is amazing, such a loving kind staff.
Saved Rage16 March 2024Great spot! Beautiful location, great food and very friendly staff! Thanks!
kathleen Anderson10 March 2024The staff is warm and welcoming. The site is absolutely gorgeous. The rooms are beautiful. I highly recommend Wilka T’ika
Paul Chinchilla5 March 2024I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the Wilka Tika staff. My wife is currently leading a retreat at the center. My schedule freed up at home. So I opted to come to Peru. The center was extremely welcoming to my unexpected arrival. Furthermore they did a stellar job suggesting activities and accommodations for me to experience. As a business owner myself. I often evaluate establishments on how well they execute requests outside their normal scope of services. Yesterday they excelled. Sending Wilka Tika a big Mahalo from Hawaii.
Charlie Rose27 February 2024What a special experience! I stayed for 3 weeks in this little slice of heaven in the sacred valley. Huge thank you to the staff who welcomed our group like family from day one and made us feel so looked after. Verena - your endless patience and kindness to ensure we had everything we needed and Roxana and Livio I lost count of how many acts of kindness every day. Specials teas for poorly students, organising meals, sharing homemade remedies and wisdom too-thank you! Carol-you really have created a unique place at WT-honoured to have walked though the gardens every day and feel the magic. Terry and Tristan thank you for being so welcoming and even joining us for some yoga! I can’t wait to come back again. 🧡✨🌸
Bb Cc24 February 20245 days into my peru journey I am sadly leaving the Willka T'ika Spa Resort. It was an awesome time. The rooms, the food, the garden are all amazing. Try the flower bath!
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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FAQ
How will our group get from Cusco airport to Willka T’ika?
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
What is the WIFI access?
How are the yoga rooms equipped?
We have two large yoga rooms which accommodate 60 and 40 students respectively as well as several other indoor and outdoor ceremonial areas. Thus, Willka T’ika can comfortably host two groups at once with maximum privacy. Our sun-filled yoga rooms are fully equipped with mats, blocks, blankets, heaters, and sound systems.
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.