The most important part of the communication with the spiritual world, the ‘Despacho’ ceremony is an offering that is a representation from the universe, and follows the cosmic order using a variety of items from the Animal, Plant, Mineral and Water Kingdoms. Masters activate the offering with prayers, their display, and energy.
The ceremony is a beautiful opportunity to give thanks for all what we have, honor the ‘Apus’ (mountain Gods), the Mother Earth ‘Pachamama’ and the universal cosmos.; to ask the help of special mountains in our surroundings and in Cusco; to communicate with the spiritual entities of nature and to ask for a specific intention.
– Personal intentions
– Give thanks, honor the Apus (the Spirit of the Mountains) and Mother Earth ‘Pachamama’ (establishing or maintaining your relationship with your “father mountain” and your “mother birth place” and give back for all what you have)
– Open a business or moving to a new home also to sell a business or home
– Attract a new relationship
– Attract a new home, business or job
– Ancestors healing
– Bring good luck and love to yourself
This ceremony, rooted in the rich traditions of the Andean culture, aims at harmonizing relationships with the natural world, expressing gratitude, and seeking guidance and healing. Conducted by masters from the Apaza family lineage of the Qero Inca Nation, it involves a Despacho offering—a mandala-shaped arrangement of natural elements activated by prayers and energy work. Participants engage in personal consultations, Coca oracle divination, and meditation, guided by the wisdom of the ancestors. This experience not only supports personal and communal well-being but also contributes to the preservation of indigenous knowledge and practices, thereby embodying sustainability through cultural continuity, environmental respect, and spiritual enrichment.
With a commitment to sustainability and respect, the involvement of local translators and drivers ensures that this experience not only supports the local economy but also adheres strictly to respectful spiritual practices. This approach safeguards the physical integrity and the energy of the sacred places, ensuring that all ceremonies maintain the integrity and authenticity of the centuries-old Andean traditions.
Nothing extraordinary really. But, please avoid eating garlic and onions before and after tour dates. These products can have a strong influence on both good and bad spirits in general and do not allow us to work spiritually in ceremonies.
Yes, children starting from the age of 8 years can join to the ceremonies.
Yes, there are certain moments where you can take pictures. Your tour guide will let you know.
No, they speak Quechua and Spanish. But there will be a translator who will help to communicate with the maestros.
The Q’ero Inca Nation is a tribe of approximately 1500 people. In the past, the tribe was living in their communities in the Andean highlands at altitudes above 14,000 feet in order to escape the conquistadors. They lived in isolation from the rest of the world, until their “discovery” in 1949.
The Paqos are the native maestros from the Andes and come from a family lineage of shamans.
It’s private
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Alejandro was born in the Qeros Nation in Cusco. He is a “maestro” Paqo, and wants to keep alive the healing techniques and costumes from his community and ancestors. Alejandro comes from a family lineage of shamans. His father, grandfather, and grandmother were helping people to practice reciprocity and live in health and harmony with the Pachamama (Mother Earth).
The Apaza Family Paqos are the last shamans who have lived without contact to the outside world in their childhood. They have learned the rituals of their ancestors and have received special initiations, spending days of isolation in the most sacred mountains of the Andes. Alejandro wants to follow their path and share his ancestral knowledge with the world. He follows and respects the same principles of living in balance and harmony with all around us.
