Threshold Retreat
8-Day Initiation & Rite of Passage for Women Called to Service, Ceremony & Leadership
Private Immersion | Open Dates
Sacred Valley — Pisac, Peru
Threshold is an invitation into a deeper crossing.
This is not a retreat to escape your life.
It is a rite of passage: held with intention, presence, and depth: for women standing at the edge of who they have been and who they are becoming.
Threshold is where the crossing becomes embodied.
This is not a retreat.
This is a threshold.
The place where the woman you have been dissolves…
and the woman who serves, heals, leads, and remembers begins to emerge.
You are not here to relax.
You are here to be initiated.
Karina Koryakhina has facilitated 5 group women’s shamanic retreats since 2021 as well as private immersions for women & couples.
This initation is for the woman who knows
you are in a season of profound transition or identity shift and standing at the edge of a major decision, ending, or becoming.
you are carrying leadership, responsibility, or visibility in your life and are feeling the call to slow down and listen more deeply.
you are ready to meet yourself without distraction or performance.
You feel called to step into sacred service and are ready to activate your gifts as a healer, leader, or space holder.
You feel the pull toward ceremony, ritual, and lineage work.
You know you are meant for devotion, integrity, and embodied feminine leadership.
You are not lost...
You are uninitiated
And no woman walks the healer’s path without first passing through sacred fire.
You don’t need more information.
You need space, truth, and initiation.
The Experience
Threshold is an 8-day ceremonial descent, purification, and rebirth held in the womb of the Andes.
Threshold is a modern rite of passage.
It is a place to:
step out of daily roles and expectations
meet what is dissolving with honesty
listen for what is asking to be born
cross consciously, with support and containment
This work is slow, embodied, and relational.
Nothing is rushed. Nothing is forced.
Each day mirrors a traditional rite of passage:
Descent → Purification → Revelation → Embodiment → Service
You will be witnessed.
You will meet your shadows.
You will remember your medicine.
You leave not as a seeker —
but as a woman who has crossed her first sacred threshold.
Sacred Structure Includes
Daily ritual, meditation, prayer & sacred silence
Traditional Sweat Lodge Ceremony
Shamanic Drum Journeys & spirit guidance work
Sacred Shamanic Psilocybin & Wachuma Plant Medicine Ceremonies (where aligned and appropriate)
Andean Despacho Offering + Fire Ceremony
Cacao Ceremony & Mantra / Kirtan Circle
Vocal Liberation & Ancestral Sound Ceremony
Leadership & Space Holding Foundations
Daily Women’s Circles & Integration Work
Optional:
Private healing sessions
Mentorship pre/post retreat
Bodywork / massage
Shamanic Ceremonies & Experiences
The Transformation
Each Threshold unfolds uniquely.
The work may include:
identity transitions and endings
leadership and responsibility thresholds
grief, release, and integration
voice, body, and ritual practices
truth-telling and deep listening
Nothing is imposed.
Everything is met as it arises.
You will activate feminine leadership technologies:
Intuition
Energetic boundaries
Embodied presence
Womb wisdom
Voice & truth expression
Ceremonial integrity
Sacred responsibility
Not performance.
Service.
Location & Container
Held at Condor’s Nest Sanctuary Space
Threshold takes place at Condor’s Nest, a secluded space in the heart of the Sacred Valley in Peru: an intentional space held for depth, privacy, and presence.
Private sanctuary retreat space in Pisac, Peru.
Intimate container: 1–2 women per private immersion
Private Rooms with Double Bed, Bathroom + Balcony & Mountain View
Home Cooked highly nutritious vegetarian meals with occasional fish, chicken & egg dishes
Alcohol-free ceremonial environment
Full facilitator support + integration guidance
This land supports:
descent and stillness
voice, body, and ritual work
nervous system regulation
integration without interruption
The environment is part of the initiation.
How the Retreat Is Held:
Threshold is not a group retreat in the conventional sense.
It is offered in two distinct formats, each with a different function and depth.
Threshold — Private Initiation
1 woman · 8 days · complete privacy
This is Threshold in its most focused form.
A fully private immersion for one woman who feels called into a profound, uninterrupted crossing.
This format offers:
complete relational attunement
deep witnessing and mirroring
space for descent, truth, grief, and emergence
a rare level of privacy and care
This is surgical, initiatory work… held with presence and discretion + discernment.
Investment: $8,888 USD
(8-day private retreat · 1 woman)
Investment
“The Modern Mountain Experience”
Private Immersion — From $8,888 USD
One Private Room • Ensuite • Sacred Sanctuary
Double Bed, Bathroom + Balcony & Mountain View
Payment plans available
Private dates available year-round
Threshold — Witnessed Crossing
2 women · 8 days · shared initiation
Threshold may also be offered as a shared rite of passage for two women (friends, partners or family members) moving through a similar life threshold.
This format introduces:
relational mirroring
shared witnessing
resonance and reflection through the other
while still maintaining depth, privacy, and intentional containment.
This is not a group retreat.
It is a witnessed initiation — held slowly and with care.
Investment: $5,555 USD per person
(8-day retreat · 2 women)
This option is offered by invitation or discernment only, and only when the pairing feels aligned for all involved.
Witnessed Crossing — From $5,555 USD per person
Two Private Rooms • Ensuite • Sacred Sanctuary
Double Bed, Bathroom + Balcony & Mountain View
Payment plans available
Private dates available year-round
Application Required
Readiness & Integrity
This initiation is selective and application-based.
We work with women who:
Feel a true calling
Are ready for deep transformation
Respect ceremonial and sacred medicine work
Threshold is not an experience to be rushed into.
It is typically offered:
following a period of relational work through The Crossing, or
when emotional stability, readiness, and devotion are clearly present
I reserve the right to determine:
whether Threshold is appropriate
which format is aligned
and when the initiation is best entered
This protects the integrity of the work —
and the women who step into it.
The Pathway
Threshold exists within a larger initiatory arc:
The Crossing — sustained mentorship through liminal seasons
Threshold — initiatory rupture and embodied crossing
Each has it’s place. Each has its timing.
This Is Not A Holiday
This is not surface-level healing.
This is the death of the unclaimed woman
and the birth of the initiated one.
You rise with:
Your voice
Your medicine
Your authority
Your path
See what some of the women have to say!
Pia Nylund
I have loved everything about this retreat!
I definitely recommend it to anyone interested in healing through past ancestral traumas or to receive insights, tips & techniques to get to know their authentic selves.
I loved that it was a small & intimate group of women, which allowed me to form deeper relationships with women on the same aligned path to discovering themselves.
The sweat lodge ceremony allowed me to see I can get through almost anything, which was empowering.
The mushroom ceremony was a transformational experience that opened me up to receive new downloads on my path in terms of how I should perceive my life from a new perspective from this point on.
The food was delicious – the best vegan food I’ve had in my life! The morning meditation was a great way to open up and start the day.
A big thank to Karina & Kike for hosting this amazing retreat.
Pia – November 2023
Sejla Dedovik
I heard many amazing things about this retreat and I instantly felt connected to Karina and her spiritual teachings within this container.
I asked my daughter to come along with me, and we decided to go on this trip together.
There are not enough words to express how grateful I am for this opportunity and experience, and for all that I received on this retreat. Doing this together with my daughter was special for me.
All of the healing processes that we did together within each session and ceremony, starting with the opening ceremony, to the mushroom ceremony & sound healing, to the daily drum journeys, and all the rituals/workshops in between have been deeply healing, profound and transformational.
The sweat lodge ceremony was the most challenging for me, and I am proud of myself for sticking through the process. I feel resilient and strong after this experience, and that I can now face any challenge life throws at me.
The different level of connection that I experienced together with my daughter was the most precious part of this retreat. All of the lessons we have learned through Karina’s and the co-facilitators teachings and lessons have left a huge impact on myself and my daughter. We are taking all of this home with us to integrate into our daily lives.
We thank you so much and send our love!
Sejla – November 2023
Laetitia Bechler
I chose this retreat because Karina had both the shamanic and spiritual elements within it, along with a psilocybin plant medicine ceremony.
I loved the fact that Karina answered my request very quickly and organized a connect call, without the will of knowing me very well.
Already being deep into spirituality and having experienced shamanistic practices, after a difficult loss, this retreat helped me to cope with this traumatic situation.
This retreat empowered me to feel ready to close the first book of my life and begin to start a new one. Before this retreat I wasn’t totally aware of my strength and my ability to create my own life.
In the sweat lodge I realized that I am very strong, resilient and never alone. I understood the power of unity, controlling my breath and keeping a cool mind to enjoy the process of the deep cleansing. By having this experience with a group of women, together our energy empowered us to get through it.
I really enjoyed the psilocybin ceremony because I felt safe and it allowed me to experience pure joy and beauty in all things. The cacao ceremony was very powerful for me because I was able to let go of a lot of pain and I felt supported by my sisters.
I now see myself with more kindness and value myself a lot more since attending Karina’s retreat. I feel strong, brave, loved, blessed, true, pure, and I am very proud of myself for answering the call! I am 100% satisfied with my decision and my experience.
I’ll remain grateful and connected to the elements of earth, air, fire, water, and heart as we learned to do during this incredible week.
I have now been reminded that I wish to continue my spiritual journey, remaining connected to my inner child and have faith in my destiny.
I have already recommended this retreat to my English speaking friends in France!
Laetitia – April 2023
Sara Morici
I was looking for a spiritual retreat to attend on solo vacation and felt an instant connection once I found this retreat and connected with Karina on a call.
Before attending this women’s shamanic retreat, I was experiencing a lot of self-doubt, limiting beliefs, and insecurities.
The biggest breakthrough that I experienced after attending this retreat is that I realized: “I am the only one in charge of my happiness!”
My favourite experiences included the Sweat Lodge Ceremony as it was very challenging.
I loved the psilocybin ceremony as well, as it was very nice to do plant medicine in a natural environment deep in the jungle. The daily meditation and food was absolutely amazing.
Highly recommend this retreat for all women!
Sara – April 2023
Emily Kulpa
I felt ready to do a group retreat with a group of women as the next step toward my healing journey. Right after having the connect call with Karina, I knew it was a great fit! I was looking to find clarity on the next steps in my life as well as searching for guidance that I am on the right path.
Being able to sit with fear came up during the Sweat Lodge Ceremony, communicating with my body and listening to my intuition and signals from my body during the Psilocybin Ceremony were all transformational moments.
Realizing how strong and courageous I am after participating in some of these challenging activities provided a huge breakthrough for me. Also, sharing vulnerabilities in front of a group feels very healing.
Every activity served its purpose and was executed very well. This retreat was everything I was looking for and I am very grateful I had the opportunity to attend. I haven’t experienced anything like this yet and I love how intimate the entire experience was! Karina, this is a really special retreat you put together for us, thank you!
Reminded of my inner strength, how far I’ve come on my healing journey, clarity about the next steps in my life, getting in touch with my intuition and what I desire/need going forward. Seeing a glimpse of what my transformation and transmutation can look and feel like.
This was definitely a transformative experience and I wish every woman could take part in something like this. 100% recommend this retreat!
Emily – April 2023
Denise Entholzner
I can’t put into words how amazing and transformative this retreat has been for me. I have transformed in so many ways. Before this retreat I felt stuck and very uninspired. I just left my 9-5 to have more freedom and to start my online business, but to be honest I didn’t really have enough trust in my vision. I had so many limiting beliefs that where holding me back to fully embrace my journey.
With each growing day and with every activity we experienced at the retreat, I felt like I was stepping closer to my highest self. Every experience showed me a different side of myself, and I was able to learn and grow.
The Sweat Lodge Ceremony was definitely the most challenging, but also the most empowering experience of my life! I had to push myself like I’ve never done before. To sit through the extreme heat and darkness was very difficult for me, but thanks to this experiences I realized how powerful I really am and that everything is possible.
During this retreat I have learned to love myself, to be patient, to be in the moment and accept every situation as it is. I was able to work through and let go of all of the limiting beliefs and fears that were holding me back. Being surrounded by uplifting, like minded women who support one another is the best feeling in the world. Thanks to all the love from my new sisters, I am now able to shine my light unapologetically!
I am stepping away from this retreat super empowered and ready to take my business to the next level. I have the power within me and I know everything is possible.
Thank you Karina for creating this absolute magical experience, holding space for us and guiding us to our highest self. You are such a beautiful being and I am so grateful to have you in my life. I would highly recommend this Retreat, it has been life changing!
Denise – January 2022
Abbie Davies
Before this retreat I was feeling demotivated, I had low energy & no motivation. I also had immense fears of traveling solo and also sharing space with strangers. Some of my favourite ceremonies included the Sweat Lodge Ceremony. I loved the whole process even if I was nervous at the start. By the end I didn’t want to get out. It really felt like the start of a rebirth for me! I also loved the cacao ceremony and ecstatic dance experience. Anything with singing, dancing and instruments always lights me up!
The transformation that I experienced on this retreat, is that I go in touch with the Goddess that I am. I feel more confident and empowered since the retreat. I feel more connected to myself, and I feel more comfortable about meeting new people in new places, and keeping my heart open.
I would absolutely recommend this retreat to other women. I almost didn’t go because of money issues and fears of going so far away by myself. But with gentle pushes from Karina, she empowered me to take the leap and have faith in myself and the process. If you feel a calling to go, then I say answer the call and no matter what your excuses might be – go & make it happen!
Abbie – January 2022
Riley Chewning
This retreat with Karina was one of the most influential weeks of my life and I can’t recommend it enough! Karina put so much love and effort into cultivating a supportive, powerful, loving retreat filled with so many experiences to help each woman step up into their truest alignment.
Throughout the week I watched myself and each woman shift, transform, take on challenges, and ultimately blossom into such beautiful and radiant versions of themselves. The positive shifts and growth I experienced in Tulum will have an impact on me forever, and this retreat was only the start of a journey I am so eager to be on
I am eternally grateful for the connections created with my sisters and the continuum of growth we are supporting each other through. If you need a sign to work with Karina or attend her retreat… THIS IS IT!! Choose you, choose abundance, and choose to grow. So much love xx
Riley – January 2022
Raina Denali
If you are wanting to experience a retreat that is transformative emotionally, physically and spiritually this retreat is for you. If you want to connect with likeminded women and create incredible friendships this retreat is for you. If you are scared to get out of your comfort zone and want support to do this, this retreat is for you! I could feel my confidence, my spiritual practices and physical/mental energy come back to me during this retreat
I left feeling so empowered and confident. Karina is an incredible host and facilitator. Every activity and who she chooses to have in the retreat (chef, photographer, other participants) is very thoughtful and intentional. Because she took the time to connect with everyone the whole group got along SO well. I don’t know if that is always typical in group settings. I was super grateful and excited to be surrounded by such a beautiful and positive group of women. I loved every second of this retreat!
If any part of you is being called to experience this, trust that gut instinct and intuition. BOOK it. Your future self will thank you <3
Raina – January 2022
Cindy Astle
I loved Karina’s warmth and energy from the moment we had the first connect call on Zoom. She spoke to my heart and I answered. I knew there was something great ahead. Karina is a true Warrior.
I’ve been on a spiritual journey for the last three years and I was thinking I had my life figured out. Yet, there were some issues that were still gnawing at me – some fears, self doubt, and work to do around my self-love. I needed to dig a bit deeper, find my truth instead of create stories that I’ve been told and somewhat believed. The biggest challenge I had was being vulnerable. I’m a great listener and rather not burden others with my stories.
I witnessed a few breakthroughs at the Temazcal and Psilocybin Ceremonies. A sense of enlightenment and a feeling of more energy and power! I really enjoyed the cacao ceremony with medicine music, psilocybin ceremony and the shamanic drum journeys. They took me to a different dimension and safe space, all having a beautiful meaning and experience. I also enjoyed having sit down meals with everyone. I have found more inner peace within myself because of this retreat. An inner calmness and clarity. I have a white light shining as I am integrating these warm feelings in my daily routine, giving myself gentle reminders that “I got this!”
The drum journey’s often pop up in my head. I have even started singing some of the songs I learned. It puts a smile on my face and I move along with a more peaceful vibe.
I have already shared the link to many people for this retreat, which I highly recommend!
Cindy – November 2023
Nicole Dragon
What an amazing journey this has been! I felt the call to heal for a very long time. My intentions coming here were to deepen that healing journey. I felt very out of whack and so heavy. I was not sure what to expect coming here, but I knew I had to answer the call as I felt aligned with Karina when we met and this retreat she curated for us. I knew that there would be a profound transformation that I would undergo and experience.
Although the sweat lodge ceremony was intense for me, I felt a complete physical, emotional and spiritual purge and release afterwards from the weight I had carried. I felt lighter and proud of myself for committing to a challenging experience. I felt completely empowered within myself for pushing through all the resistance at the retreat.
I have fought for so long, and I was so tired that I couldn’t imagine doing daily life anymore… This retreat has been amazing and profound for my healing journey. After the HAPEH ceremony, I felt completely enlightened. I am so grateful for this experience. Thank you Karina for creating such a beautiful, safe, and healing space for us all!
Nicole – November 2023
Abby Rashman
The ceremonies and all that we experienced was just PERFECT! I loved the structure, how it was organized, how we didn’t need to think about our food, where we needed to go, or the clothes we were wearing. I could POP that stuff down and get right into it!
It’s my dream to be here, so immersed in nature and in Mexico. Working with this land and connecting with the elements and our ancestors is sacred and powerful.
The Mushroom Ceremony was AMAZING. My intention was to release control as I am a perfectionist. I have always come on a retreat being of service in some way as either a photographer or chef. This was the first time I was able to fully surrender and immerse myself in a retreat.
I can’t believe this is what people do now. It really hit me on this retreat. Before all we had access to were therapists and traditional doctors, and now I see how much our world is evolving as we build this new earth paradigm so powerfully.
I am feeling blessed, grateful and honoured. I can’t thank you both enough for this entire experience.
Abs – November 2023
Alessa Morgan
The energy that Karina gives during this time for an intimate group of women in a span of just a few days, makes it hard to quantify the value of this experience.
This retreat brought me closer to who I am.
It showed me more of me. It took me to a level of self acceptance I haven’t known, or maybe completely forgot. It felt like all of the experiences I had during the ceremonies and sessions wiped clean the layers of small stories.
I can definitely tell that the retreat made a dent in many areas in my life.
The experience at this retreat gave me tools, and it allowed me to come back to myself. It gave me back the trust that I can do hard things.
And I know that work isn’t over and it’s always just the beginning and things won’t get easier and I will continue facing challenges.
I’m stepping into the next chapter of my life with the notion that I’m actually here – that I’m fully present for myself and for my life.
I understand that now the work is up to me not to lose this knowing on old programs and habits.
I don’t know how to thank someone for something like this. Thank you!
Alessa – November 2023
If You Feel The Call — Trust It.
Some thresholds are only crossed once in a lifetime.
