Terms & Conditions

La Medicina Terms and Conditions

Welcome! We are honored that you are interested in joining us for an immersive experience in nature, community, and medicine. Please note that these rules and policies are subject to change at any time.

For logistical questions, please email info@la-medicina.com.

La Medicina: Reservation and Participation Agreement

This document sets out the terms and conditions governing reservations and participation in retreats at La Medicina. Please note that these terms may be subject to change without prior notice.

  • Pre-Retreat Health Assessment: As a precondition for acceptance into any retreat, all prospective guests are required to pass our medical and psychological evaluation. La Medicina reserves the right, in its sole and unfettered discretion, to decline a reservation request if an individual does not meet our screening criteria.
  • Booking Confirmation and Payment: To confirm your retreat reservation, a deposit of 75%  of the total cost is due once your registration is approved, payable electronically. The remaining balance is expected in pristine USD bills upon arrival at La Medicina, reflecting our on-site cash-based operational system.
  • Payment Obligations for Last-Minute Bookings: In the event of last-minute registrations while in Peru, it is mandatory that the full remaining balance is paid prior to the commencement of the retreat.
  • Policy for Early Departures: In the event of a guest’s premature departure from the La Medicina before the end of their reserved stay, no refunds, whether full or partial, will be granted. All costs associated with transportation back to the city shall be borne by the departing guest.
  • Cancellation and Rescheduling: 
    • If you cancel your registration more than 8 weeks prior to the starting date of your retreat, you will be able to transfer the whole deposit for a future retreat date. This rescheduling can be done only once and within the time frame of 2 years. You can also opt for receiving the deposit back minus $250 administrative fee,
    • If you cancel your registration within the 8 weeks of the starting date of your retreat, you can transfer your balance towards a future date retreat. Refunds are not available at this stage.
  • Travel and Medical Insurance Requirement: It is obligatory for every participant to purchase flight and travel insurance to cover all contingencies and expenses, including potential medical costs incurred during the travel dates. Domestic health insurance will not suffice for this purpose. We do not vet insurance plans; if in doubt, please contact your insurance provider for clarity.
  • Adherence to COVID-19 Protocols: Guests must acknowledge and comply with the onsite COVID-19 protocol at La Medicina, which includes possible temporary isolation and testing if symptoms are observed, and other appropriate measures as determined by La Medicina staff.
  • Risk Acceptance and Liability: By booking a retreat at La Medicina, guests acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with travel and potential exposure to COVID-19. La Medicina disclaims all liability for any expenses, medical issues, or disruptions to retreat activities if guests test positive for COVID-19 during the retreat.
  • Code of Conduct: At La Medicina, we highly value the safety, experience, healing process, and personal boundaries of all our guests. We expect the same consideration from our guests. Any conduct violating these values may result in immediate expulsion from La Medicina without a refund. Such conduct includes but is not limited to:
    • Sexual harassment of any guests or staff
    • Actions endangering your own or others’ safety
    • Persistent disruptive behavior affecting other guests’ comfort or healing process
    • Use of any substances or drugs at La Medicina, except for tobacco
    • Any form of theft

La Medicina reserves the right to dismiss any guest at any time, at our sole discretion.

  • Participation in Ceremonies: Guests are required to partake in all ceremonies throughout the retreat, whether or not they choose to drink ayahuasca. Non-participants may be asked to leave without a refund and are responsible for their own transfer costs.
  • Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure: La Medicina respects the privacy of its guests. We do not share personal or contact information among guests without explicit permission.
  • Activity Waiver & Release: All participants are required to agree to and sign our Activity Waiver & Release as a precondition to participating in the retreat. A copy of the waiver will be emailed to you with the intake form for you to read through.
  • Medication Contraindications: If a guest is deemed medically unsafe due to recent prescription medications that are contraindicated with ayahuasca, we reserve the right to withhold participation in any ceremonies.
  • Admission Discretion: La Medicina reserves the right, in its sole and unfettered discretion, to deny admission to any guest.