The Karpay Ceremony is a sacred Andean rite of passage rooted in the ancestral spiritual traditions of the Andes. In Quechua, karpay means “to call back” — symbolizing the act of restoring one’s life force, intentions, and inner purpose into harmony with Pachamama (Mother Earth) and the natural world. This ceremony has been preserved by Andean spiritual lineages such as the Q’ero and Paqo, guardians of ancient Inca wisdom passed down through generations.
Far beyond symbolic ritual, the Karpay Ceremony is a living spiritual practice that weaves together ancestral prayers, sacred offerings, and conscious intention. Through guided ceremonial actions, participants release stagnant energy, reaffirm personal commitments, and open space for emotional clarity and spiritual alignment. The experience offers a powerful opportunity for renewal, grounding, and transformation, allowing individuals to reconnect deeply with themselves, the Earth, and the timeless wisdom of the Andes.
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For us represents a ceremony of respect and great value where the master or P’ago has the mission of teaching and transmitting the knowledge of handling the MISA, the disciple offers his effort, time, and sacrifice, receiving the greatest teachings and experiences to open your vision and connection with Pachamama and the Apus.
They are learning trips in the different sacred mountains and a unique experience that clears the mind and soul. Performing physical, spiritual, and mindful activities that change your life, the ceremonies are for personal healing, empowerment, and personal development.
Our ancestors of the Inca culture left us their secrets, wisdom and knowledge of the mysterious power of the Apu Wamanlipa, through the transmitted legacy from our Inca ancestors.
We invite the whole society to discover and learn our techniques. Our ancient Inca culture is willing to initiate Shamans or healers through the different retreat practices.
Future Shamans or healing teachers will receive the power and spiritual strength of nature, to work or help people who need them the most. For all those who wish to be cured.
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Participants of a Karpay Ceremony often report:
Deep spiritual alignment and emotional release
Renewed clarity about personal goals and life direction
Emotional grounding and calming of inner turmoil
Better connection with natural rhythms and Earth energies
Increased sense of purpose and inner strength
This ritual can be particularly meaningful for travelers seeking spiritual renewal, intention setting, emotional balance or closure before or after transformative journeys.
What to Bring Pricing List| Description | Price per person | |
| Reciprocity, Mamasimona or Pachatusan Mountain, 1 day | $ USD 350.00 | Inquire Now |
| Reciprocity: Q'ero Comunity or Ausangate Mountain 2 Days and 1 Night. | $ USD 499.00 | Inquire Now |
| Reciprocity: Q'ero Comunity or Ausangate Mountain 3 Days and 2 Nights. | $ USD 650.00 | Inquire Now |
| Reciprocity: All the Q'ero lineage ceremonies, 9 ceremonies (spiritual initiation) in different sacred mountains in Cusco | $ USD 1650.00 | Inquire Now |
RecommendationsKarpay is a key word to understand the Andean tradition in its true spiritual sense. It is normally associated with the initiation rite of passage that is usually conferred from a meeting between a master or runa paq’o and a disciple or karpaq. In this ritual act, however, an exchange of personal power is transmitted or carried out that is reciprocal. for both parties, which corresponds to the practice of the ayni principle. This supposes the transmission of a quality of mutual personal power, which, unlike other initiation or apprenticeship systems, is carried out from a horizontal base of shared power, so that the administration of power is not unilateral or vertical and rather presents a horizontal aspect. For a disciple it is important to receive a teaching as much as for a teacher it is essential to share his knowledge or wisdom, otherwise the application of ayni or balance would lack relevance.
Faqs Karpay CeremonyA Karpay Ceremony is an ancient Andean rite of passage designed to restore personal energy, realign intentions, and reconnect the individual with Pachamama (Mother Earth) through ancestral spiritual practices.
In Quechua, Karpay means “to call back”, referring to the act of reclaiming one’s life force, purpose, and inner balance.
The ceremony is guided by experienced Andean paqos or Q’ero spiritual elders, custodians of Inca ancestral wisdom passed down through generations.
The ritual is performed to release stagnant or negative energies, renew spiritual focus, strengthen personal intentions, and restore harmony between the individual and the natural world.
No. The Karpay Ceremony is spiritual and cultural, rooted in Andean cosmology and ancestral traditions rather than organized religion.
Most Karpay Ceremonies last between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on the group size and ceremonial intention.
Not at all. The ceremony is open to everyone — from first-time participants to experienced spiritual seekers. An open mind and respectful attitude are all that’s required.
Many participants report emotional clarity, grounding, a sense of renewal, inner peace, and a deeper connection with nature and personal purpose.
The ceremony takes place in Cusco or nearby sacred Andean locations, chosen for their energetic and spiritual significance.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, bringing water, and approaching the experience with openness, intention, and respect for Andean traditions.
Yes. The Karpay Ceremony is especially meaningful during moments of change such as new beginnings, personal reflection, healing journeys, or spiritual transitions.
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