San Pedro (Huachuma)
San Pedro, known traditionally as Huachuma, is a sacred cactus medicine used for thousands of years by Andean cultures for spiritual insight, healing, and connection to nature. It is known for its gentle yet profound ability to open the heart and expand consciousness in a grounded, embodied way.
🌵 What Is San Pedro?
San Pedro is a cactus native to the Andes, containing the natural psychedelic compound mescaline. Unlike Ayahuasca, which is typically experienced in darkness and inward focus, Huachuma is often worked with during the day, in the light, and in close communion with the natural world.
It is considered a teacher of compassion, connection, and clarity, inviting us to see life through the eyes of the heart.
🛖 Ceremony Experience
Our San Pedro ceremonies are held in natural settings—gardens, mountains, or sacred rivers—where participants can walk, sit, meditate, or simply be. These journeys typically last 6–10 hours and unfold slowly, gently opening you to deep insight and presence.
- Guided opening, intention setting, and ceremonial blessing
- Daytime ceremony in nature with space for personal exploration
- Supportive facilitators and integration as needed
- Group closing circle for grounding and reflection
💚 What Does It Feel Like?
People often describe San Pedro as expansive, peaceful, and illuminating. It may bring a sense of timelessness, awe, deep emotional release, or connection with Spirit and the Earth. Unlike some medicines, Huachuma tends to keep you present and lucid, with a clear heart and open perception.
⚠️ Safety & Preparation
As with all sacred medicines, safety is paramount. We screen all participants for contraindications and ask that you follow preparatory guidelines. San Pedro is typically easier on the body than Ayahuasca, but still requires respectful preparation and intention.
🌄 A Bridge Between Worlds
San Pedro has been called “the medicine of the heart.” It helps us remember our connection to each other, to nature, and to the sacredness of life. Whether you're new to plant medicine or walking a deeper path, Huachuma offers a powerful, loving ally on the journey of awakening.