Medical Excellence Meets the Serenity of Nature.

An unprecedented healing experience in Ecuador's pristine wilderness. Reset your health, restore your vitality, reclaim your life.

Welcome to Alquimia Retreats

Alquimia Retreats combines cutting-edge functional medicine with ancestral healing wisdom in Ecuador's most breathtaking natural setting. Our expert medical team guides you through a personalized journey of deep healing and lasting transformation.

Functional Medicine

Personalized Medical care, addressing root causes, not just symptoms.

Expert Medical Team

First World Class Expertise +30 years combined experience

Conservation

Alquimia’s commitment to environmental and social conservation is reflected in our pledge to reinvest 16% of profits into these purposes — showing that beyond the concept, Alquimia allocates real resources to turn what many see as just a vision into concrete action.

Retreat Schedule

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Retirement ThemeApr-26May-26Jun-26Jul-26Aug-26Sep-26Oct-26Nov-26Dec-26
Salud general (retiros nacionales)
Estrés / Ansiedad / Depresión27-219-25
Burnout / Enfoque mental orientado a altos ejecutivos17-2331-6
Insomnio / Trastornos del sueño8-1428-3
Menopausia / Andropausia5-1125-1
Dolor crónico (leve-moderado) y pluripatologías3-9
Diabetes tipo 2 / Síndrome metabólico14-2013-19
Alteraciones gastrointestinales funcionales11-17
Deporte y rendimiento16-22
Cefalea crónica / Migrañas30-5
Enf. Autoinmunes / Fibromialgia17-2327-3
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A Week at the Retreat

Example 7-day program: yoga, workshops, medical sessions, nature activities, and ceremonies.

HorarioDía 1 (viernes)Día 2 (sábado)Día 3 (domingo)Día 4 (lunes)Día 5 (martes)Día 6 (miércoles)Día 7 (jueves)
07:00Bañarse y alistarseKundalini YogaHata YogaYoga NidraYin YogaTandra YogaCultivo Interno (Refuerzo)
08:00DesayunoDesayunoDesayunoDesayunoDesayunoDesayunoDesayuno
09:00Pilares de la Salud (Alberto)Digestión (Alegría)Actividades libres en Mindo (Mariposario, Canopy, etc.) o quedarse en AmarooEstrés (Alberto)Nei Jin 1 (Juan Francisco)Actividad de Biohacking
10:00Media MañanaMedia MañanaMedia MañanaMedia MañanaMedia MañanaMedia Mañana
11:00Charla de Bienvenida (Cecilia)Medicina Funcional + Clásica China (Alberto + Juan Francisco)SHL1 - Madera (Juan Francisco)Sueño (Alberto)Nei Jin 2 (Juan Francisco)Ceremonia del Río
12:00Integración grupal (Alberto)Insulina + Etiquetado (Alegría)SHL2 - Tierra (Juan Francisco)AlmuerzoEl propósito (Alberto)Salud hormonal, hígado y ayuno (Alegría)Cierre final Q&A, Sugerencias
13:00
14:00Evaluaciones médicas · CuestionariosCaminata en el Bosque, río y terapia de lodoTaller de CacaoTaller de fermentación (José Z.)Horticultura regenerativa vivencialCitas médicas, acupuntura, sueroterapiaDespedida
15:00Media TardeMedia TardeMedia TardeMedia TardeCitas médicas, acupuntura, sueroterapiaMedia Tarde
16:00
17:00TemazcalRegreso a Quito
18:00
19:00CenaCenaCenaCenaCenaCena
20:00
21:00
Comidas Yoga Médico / Citas Talleres Actividades

The Alquimia Experience

A transformative 7-day journey designed to transform your health, restore balance and empower lasting change

1Days 0–1

Diagnostics

Comprehensive medical assessment

Complete laboratory panel (inflammation, hormones, vitamins, nutrition), ApneaLink sleep study, personalized evaluation by internal and functional medicine, customized diagnostic and therapeutic plan, individualized supplementation, and IV nutrient therapy.

2Days 2–6

Immersion

Daily healing practices and exploration

Activities

  • Functional Consultations
  • Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Nutritional Therapy
  • Mind-Body Practices
  • Therapeutic Practices
  • Educational Workshops
  • Trekking, birdwatching & Mindo activities
3Day 7

Integration

Closing and continuity

Activities

  • Closing ceremony
  • Personalized follow-up plan
Yoga practice at Alquimia retreat
After your stay

Post-Retreat

Receive your customized follow-up plan to continue your healing journey at home, and participate in a meaningful closing ceremony to honor your transformation.

What's Included

Every retreat includes comprehensive care and amenities for your complete transformation

Natural View Accommodations

7 nights at the Amaroo Sanctuary. The Warrior Sanctuary emanates elevated vibrations for our community to find healing.

Daily Activities

Kundalini, Yin & Hatha yoga, trekking, rafting, canopying and other physical activities.

Medical Workshops

Educational sessions on health pillars, nutrition, and wellness optimization.

Health Assessments

Consultation with each of our specialists and acupuncture.

Complementary Therapies

Sound healing, fire ceremonies, cacao ceremonies, temazcal.

Individual Consultation

Personal sessions with functional medicine doctors tailored to your needs.

Visits to the Village

Butterfly garden visits, birdwatching and local exploration.

Airport Transfers

Comfortable transportation from Quito's airport to Amaroo Sanctuary.

Post-Retreat Support

Ongoing guidance and 3-month post-retreat support to ensure lasting results.

Why this Investment is worth it

Your retreat includes expert care, a full Alquimia experience, and lasting transformation—plus optional activities to extend your journey.

Expert Medical Care

Complete functional, Traditional Chinese Medicine, nutrition, and musculoskeletal diagnosis.

Alquimia Experience

Natural eco-friendly accommodations and organic cuisine.

Lasting Results

Life-changing transformation in just seven days.

Holistic Approach

Mind, body and spirit integration.

Additional Activities & Services

  • Airport transfers (to and from the airport)
  • One-night stay at a luxury hotel before and after the retreat
  • Quito Historic Center City Tour (Old Town)
  • Middle of the World (Equator Line) Tour
  • Additional days for sacred plant experiences, with or without medical accompaniment, subject to prior medical evaluation and approval

Our Medical Team

Three world-class functional medicine doctors providing comprehensive, personalized care throughout your journey.

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Dr. Juan Francisco Cornejo Pinto

Dr. Juan Francisco Cornejo Pinto

TCM & Pain Management

Canonical Chinese MedicineAcupuncture

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Dr. Alegría Valdez Simpson

Dr. Alegría Valdez Simpson

Functional and orthomolecular nutrition

Sports nutritionAyurvedaBiomagnetism

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Dr. Alberto León Villalba

Dr. Alberto León Villalba

Internal & Functional Medicine

Cannabinoid Medicine SpecialistTraditional Chinese MedicineIntegrative Protocols

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