What Is the Cacao Ceremony?
350.00/Person
The Cacao ceremony is a sacred ritual that honors the heart‑opening properties of pure ceremonial cacao, derived from the Theobroma cacao plant—known as the “food of the gods.” Originating in ancient Mesoamerican traditions, participants drink a specially prepared cacao elixir in a ceremonial circle, often accompanied by guided breathwork, music, chanting, and intention setting. The warm, bitter‑sweet infusion is enjoyed mindfully to activate the heart chakra and foster emotional healing, creativity, and community connection.
Benefits of the Cacao Ceremony
- Emotional Heart‑Opening: Cacao’s active compounds (theobromine, phenylethylamine) promote gentle mood elevation, empathy, and a sense of expansiveness.
- Enhanced Focus & Creativity: Theobromine acts as a mild stimulant, supporting mental clarity and creative flow without the jitters of caffeine.
- Cardiovascular Support: Flavanols in cacao improve blood flow, support healthy blood pressure, and deliver antioxidant protection.
- Spiritual & Community Bonding: Shared ritual fosters trust, presence, and deep connection among participants.
- Release & Integration: The ceremony’s guided practices—breathwork, meditation, journaling—help release old patterns and integrate insights.
Preparation for the Ceremony
Participants should follow these general guidelines; always defer to your practitioner’s specific protocol:
- Hydration & Light Meal: Eat lightly 1–2 hours before; avoid heavy or greasy foods. Hydrate well, but stop drinking large volumes 30 minutes before.
- Cacao Intake: Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sip a small ceremonial dose (typically 50–70 g of melted cacao with water or plant milk, optional spices like cinnamon or chili).
- Intentions: Reflect on personal intentions or questions you wish to explore; bring a journal or art supplies.
- Comfortable Attire: Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement for seated meditation and gentle stretches.
- Open Mind & Heart: Come with an attitude of receptivity, ready to participate in sharing, listening, and inner exploration.
Booking Ceremony
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| Cacao Ceremony 1 Pax (At the Retreats Temple in the countryside, 1 hour away from Cusco city in Patapata) | 350.00 USD | |
| Cacao Ceremony 2 Pax (At the Retreats Temple in the countryside, 1 hour away from Cusco city in Patapata) | 300.00 USD | |
| Cacao Ceremony 3 Pax (At the Retreats Temple in the countryside, 1 hour away from Cusco city in Patapata) | 200.00 USD | |
