Of Stars & Mud Retreat

A 7-Day Women’s Retreat of Embodied Astrology, Herbal Alchemy & Sacred Earth Connection

NOVEMBER 11-17, 2025

You are made of stars & mud.

This retreat is a call to the women who feel the ancient pulse of the earth and the cosmic rhythm in their bones. A space to remember what the body knows: that we are not separate from the land, the sky, or each other.

Of Stars & Mud is a 7-day immersive experience weaving together astrology, herbalism, somatic practice, earthen creativity, and a sacred Wachuma ceremony. Each day opens a portal through the four elements — fire, earth, air, and water — guiding us back to our wild, intuitive, embodied selves.

This is a journey of reconnection, remembrance, and reclamation — of our instincts, our eros, and our place in the greater ecosystem of life.

Journey Flow

This is more than a retreat — it’s a return. A return to your body as an oracle, your voice as a prayer, your heart as a compass. A return to the wild intelligence of the earth and the luminous map of the stars.

What’s Included

  • Daily astrology transmissions aligned with the elements

  • Hands-on herbalism workshops

  • Creative earth-based practices: clay, pigment, voice, story

  • Wachuma ceremony held in sacred nature-based container

  • Somatic and well-being rituals and practices

  • Personalized natal chart reading

  • Group facilitation, guided rituals, and integration circles

  • Discovery call before & integration call after the retreat

  • Deep sisterhood connections

  • Refuge in the mountains

  • 6 nights of accommodation

  • All meals throughout the retreat (organic, local)

  • Help with travel plans before/after

What’s Not Included?

  • Transportation to/from the center

  • Domestic or international flights

  • Travel-related fees

  • Personal shopping expenses/souvenirs

  • Spa therapies & bodywork

  • Additional nights of lodging (if arriving early or staying later)

Optional Add-Ons

  • Kambo ceremony pre-retreat

  • Transportation to/from the center

  • Massage or bodywork sessions

  • Plant baths or other spa services

  • Personalized consultations

Wachuma, or San Pedro, is a sacred Andean cactus used for over 3,000 years in traditional medicine, revered as a heart-centered “Grandfather Medicine.” Known for its nurturing, grounding energy, it helps restore balance between the mind and heart, dissolve emotional blockages, and release self-limiting beliefs. Rather than thinking through the experience, one is invited to feel deeply, let go of past traumas, and reconnect with the Earth, self, and others in a renewed and meaningful way.

Wachuma (San Pedro Cactus)

Accommodation

Casa Suyana is a sanctuary of holistic well-being and reconnection with the Earth, nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru. Inspired by ancestral wisdom and guided by a sustainable life philosophy, we offer holistic therapies and transformative educational programs.

We promote a conscious life in harmony with nature, rooted in permaculture and regenerative practices to co-create a sustainable future. Our doors are open to those seeking to heal, learn, and reconnect deeply with the cycles of the Earth.

Meet Your Guides

  • Andrea Cerrilla

    Andrea is the visionary behind Casa Suyana, a sanctuary of holistic well-being, and Awamayu, a project deeply rooted in ancestral traditions and connection to the land—both nestled in Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas. Since first arriving in the Andes in 2017, she has immersed herself in folk herbalism, permaculture, sikuri practice, sacred plant medicines, and the spiritual teachings of the Andean and Shipibo-Konibo traditions. With over five years of experience holding space for healing, Andrea weaves earth-based therapies with a devotion to sustainability and living in harmony with nature. Her work inspires authenticity, love, and service, offering spaces for profound transformation and reconnection with self and the Earth.

  • Candace Garland

    Candace is a medicine woman, artist, and trauma-informed space holder. For the past six years, Candace has been a facilitator at Nimea Kaya, an Ayahuasca retreat center in Pucallpa, Peru, supporting people on their healing journeys and working closely with the Shipibo-Konibo. She is committed to the path of healing, having undergone extensive training and Master Plant dietas. She has a deep reverence for plant medicine and the indigenous tribes who have been the guardians of these sacred rituals. Ayahuasca opened many doors for her, leading her to serve plant and animal medicines with the intention of helping guide others to come back to their truth and sovereignty.

This journey is for you if you want to:

  • Deepen your connection to yourself — grounded in your body, attuned to your intuition, and in harmony with your rhythms.

  • Learn practical tools for everyday ritual — from herbal remedies to somatic practices you can weave into daily life.

  • Build a living relationship with astrology — understanding not just your chart, but how to dance with the elements and planetary cycles.

  • Reignite your creativity — freeing your voice, your hands, your art, and your sense of play.

  • Root into a renewed sense of belonging — to the earth, the cosmos, and a circle of women who uplift and witness you.

  • Integrate lasting change — carrying home the insights, clarity, and embodied practices from this sacred space.

Investment

A non-refundable deposit of $555 USD is needed to reserve your space. We have three rooming options available to accommodate different needs. The cost includes all ceremonies, workshops, and meals throughout your stay. All rooms share the bathrooms outside of the bedrooms.

 💌 Financial assistance may be available based on need and space availability. Payment plans offered.

$1,999: Budget Shared Room

Two single beds in a simple, cozy room for those traveling light.

1 spot left.

$2,222: Premium Shared Room

Two single beds and a living area and beautiful mountain views for more comfort while sharing with one sister.

2 spots available.

$2,444: Private Room (Double Bed)

Your own sanctuary with a double bed, ensuite or close bathroom, and space to rest deeply.

2 rooms available.

 

Abundance Tier

If you’re in a position to give more, our Abundance Tier (+$222 USD) helps us offer reduced rates to those in need, care for the land, and sustain our community spaces. A portion of your contribution also supports employment and development initiatives in Indigenous communities of the Sacred Valley and beyond. We work in close partnership with local leaders and aligned organizations, ensuring your generosity directly nourishes projects that uplift well-being, preserve cultural heritage, and create lasting impact.

*Cancelation policy is found in the FAQ at the bottom of the page.

Optional Pre-Retreat Kambô Day

Arrive a day early to ground, cleanse, and prepare your body and mind for the retreat with a Kambô ceremony. This powerful Amazonian medicine supports deep detoxification, clears stagnant energy, and strengthens clarity and vitality—helping you step into the retreat feeling light, focused, and fully present.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is a list of logistical frequently asked questions. If we still haven’t answered your question, feel free to contact us.

 

Journey With Us

We’re honored you’ve decided to journey with us. Please fill out an application and we’ll be in touch with the next steps. Añay!