50, was born and raised deep in the Peruvian jungle, in the remote village of Janero Jarerra, 11 hours from Iquitos. A highly respected Curandero with over 30 years of experience, he carries deep knowledge of Ayahuasca and Amazonian plant medicines.

His path began at age 13 under the guidance of his renowned maestro, Julio Jerrena, featured in Ayahuasca in My Blood by Peter Gorman.

Through years of strict dietas, Gumercindo formed powerful relationships with the master plants, learning from their leaves, roots, and barks. Today, he continues to be a beacon of healing, known for treating a wide range of ailments and guiding others through transformative plant medicine work.

He offers deeply rooted ayahuasca ceremonies and dietas, healing physical, emotional, and spiritual imbalances. With a vast repertoire of icaros sung in multiple languages and original medicine songs received from spirit, his voice and guitar serve as a guiding force during ceremony.

Marije’s path into this work was not theoretical, it was lived.

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After experiencing severe burnout and depression, she began a deep journey of healing and self-discovery that led her across continents studying yoga, sound healing, trauma-aware practices, and ceremonial traditions.

Her work is rooted in:

•  compassion and grounded presence

•  trauma-aware support and emotional safety

•  integration of insights into daily life

•  respect for each person’s unique pace

•  creating spaces where people feel seen and safe

Participants often describe her presence as calm, authentic, and deeply supportive.

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She walks beside you,  not ahead of you.

Léna is originally from Hungary. Over the past year, she lived and worked in a retreat and master plant center, where she collaborated with several shamans. During this time, she facilitated ceremonies and supported guests as a steady emotional presence throughout their processes.

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Her spiritual path began early, at the age of seven, through Tibetan energy work. After stepping away from this path during her teenage years, she returned to inner work in her early twenties, guided primarily by meditation. Later, through holistic therapy and her family, she was introduced to plant medicines and began attending Family Constellation workshops, both of which became pivotal in her personal and spiritual development.

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This journey led her to Peru, where she completed her first dieta and spent additional months volunteering. She later returned to Hungary to complete her Family Constellation training.

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Through years of practice, continued self-inquiry, and deep experiential work, Léna now holds space for others with clarity, responsibility, and devotion, while remaining committed to her own ongoing healing and growth.

Ashley is an experienced shamanic healer and the founder and owner of The Garden of Peace. Over the past 12 years, he has dedicated himself to building the center and is immensely proud of the supportive team he has assembled to enrich your stay.

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Originally from the South of England, Ash has traveled the world for many years. He has spent the last 16 years studying sacred plant medicines and shamanism in Peru, immersing himself in traditional master plant diets under the guidance of his teachers. As an experienced retreat facilitator, he has a deep understanding of the complex nature of supporting others through physical, mental, and emotional healing.

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At this time, Ashleys primary role within The Garden of Peace is Project Manager. 

In his free time he loves surfing, traveling, enjoying mangoes, making music, and connecting with nature.