Chispa Wasi

Here in the Andes, the warmth of the people reflects the beauty of the land. The sacred plants and natural world invite us to connect deeply, both within ourselves and with the world around us.

We’re excited to welcome you to the Hacienda Paucartika, a newly renovated historical haven in the heart of the Sacred Valley. Filled with history and a sense of deep connection, surrounded by incredible mountains and home to a variety of animals. Whether you rent the space or collaborate with us to bring your vision to life, let this sacred land serve as a place of remembrance and renewal. Check out our new webpage at Paucartika.com and begin your journey, or visit ChispaWasi.com to learn more about retreat collaboration opportunities.

Honored to share a moment of connection and joy with Niko Chieso and Cacique Ayani from the Huni Kuin village of Ikamaru. 🪶 🤗
Kene workshop, 2022.

Haux Mountain Medicine Portals 👐 🪨 👐
At Hacienda Paucartika 🛖

Louis with some of our Wachuma cacti, symbols of patience and strength, representing the sacred masculine energy of the Andes. It takes years for them to grow tall and strong, shaped by the harsh yet beautiful conditions of the mountains. A journey of endurance, a raw connection to the land and the spirit that shapes us.

Louis, Marleni’s husband, also works at the hacienda . He is deeply connected to the land, carrying the traditions and wisdom of the Andes. His hands, like hers, work in harmony with nature and the sacred plants that surround us.

𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐫-𝐏𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲
High in the Andes, the ancient wakaray ceremony is still practiced today. It’s a tradition that began with the Incas, where the ears of alpacas and llamas are pierced and adorned with vibrant wool tassels, marking them as sacred and valuable members of the community. These animals play a vital role in Andean life, providing wool, meat, and labor.

During the ceremony, prayers are offered to Pachamama and the Apus, asking for protection, fertility, and blessings for the animals. This tradition has been passed down through generations, keeping the connection between the people, their land, and their way of life alive.

Meet Marleni, our incredible helper at Hacienda Paucartika, where we host retreats and rent to those looking to create their own. 🌻
From the native community of Huchuy Qosqo, Marleni ensures guests connect with her culture, the ancient ruins, and the revered apus. With her deep knowledge of Andean plants, she shares the natural medicine of the Andes, enriching our retreats and space with her wisdom and care.

ᕼᑌᑎI KᑌIᑎ ᖴᗩᗰIᒪY ᗴ᙭ᑭᗴᖇIᗴᑎᑕIᑎᘜ Tᕼᗴ Sᗩᑕᖇᗴᗪ ᐯᗩᒪᒪᗴY Oᖴ Tᕼᗴ IᑎᑕᗩS ꧂
We love connecting cultures from the Andes to the Amazon, spanning latitudes, longitudes, and crossing continents. Transcending borders and traditions, we create a bridge for shared experiences and learning.

The Joy of Sharing Art, Culture & Music is what Inspires Us✨ We love creating pathways for people to connect, where different worlds and traditions come together to grow and learn from one another.

Shekuani Huni Kuin Expressing herself through the Universal Language of Music. 🎶 🦜 🎶
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𝑺𝒐̀ 𝑨𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒂 - 𝑶𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝑱𝒐𝒚 ☀️
To the indigenous people of the Brazilian Amazon, these two words hold much more meaning than a simple expression of happiness. They embody a way of life that values the beauty in simplicity, the strength found in community, and the deep connection with the natural world. “Só Alegria” is a reminder that joy is not just an emotion but a state of being, a choice to embrace life’s moments with gratitude and an open heart, no matter the circumstances.

ᗷIᗰI ᕼᑌᑎI KᑌIᑎ 🦜 🎶 🍃 🏔️

Familia Huni Kuin at the ruins above 🛖 ❕
ᕼᗩᑌ᙭ ᕼᗩᑌ᙭ ᕼᗩᑌ᙭ SÒ ᗩᒪᗴᘜᖇIᗩ 🪶 ☀️

Marcello Huni Kuin da Floresta 🦜 🌴 🎶

🍃 ᗷIᗰI + ᗷIᗰI 🪶

Shekuani Huni Kuin exploring the ancient mysteries of the Incas, bridging Incan and Amazonian technologies.
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“Greetings Haux Haux! I am Bimi Huni Kuin, 32 years old. This is my first time sharing my wisdom to connect with these majestic mountains.”
-Bimi Huni Kuin

“Hi! My name is Maspã Huni Kuin. I’m 13 years old and from the Brazilian Amazon. It’s my first time in Peru and outside the jungle, and it’s also my first time seeing mountains. I’m so happy to be here in these beautiful Andean mountains and meeting my best friend for the first time—Mere 😁!”
-Maspã Huni Kuin

ᐯIᐯᗩ ᒪᗩ ᗩᒪᗴᘜᖇIᗩ ☀️
-Bimi Huni Kuin

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Huni Kuin Ladies at Huchuy Qosqo 🛖 🏔️ 🌬️ 🍃
Beautiful Incan ruins above the Hacienda Lamay!!

ᗷIᗰI & SᕼᗴKᑌᗩᑎI ᕼᑌᑎI KᑌI ✨ 🎶 🪶

OᑎᒪY ᒍOY ☀️ SÓ ᗩᒪᗴᘜᖇIᗩ 🪶
Embrace the sun and let joy fill your heart.
Feel the warmth and happiness that surrounds you, making every moment brighter.

𝑫𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒔𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉 & 𝑺𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒊𝒕 ꧂

We celebrate the day of Pachachama and the beginning of the Andean agricultural calendar with a small offering and tree planting. You are cordially invited to this lovely activity at Chispa Wasi - Hacienda Paucartika Lamay 🌍