The Ayahuasca Foundation was conceived in the spring of 2008 by Carlos Tanner, an American and student of curanderismo. After living and studying with a curandero for over four years, Carlos worked to provide a safe and effective way for people to not only receive treatment in the healing tradition of the Amazon but also to study the tradition, the way he had with his maestro. The idea for the Ayahuasca Foundation was born from a desire to spread the science of plant medicine back into the world. The Foundation supports the preservation of indigenous wisdom and culture, offering healing retreats and educational courses, and conducting research focused on the ayahuasca healing tradition used for millennia by indigenous healers of the Peruvian Amazon. The Ayahuasca Foundation also supports the preservation of the Amazon rainforest, and promotes educational efforts to raise awareness about sustainability, permaculture, and harmonious environmental relationships. The Foundation participates in community outreach programs and cultural reeducation projects.

“Carlos Tanner’s Ayahuasca Foundation is a busy hub of ayahuasca shamanism, with ceremonies, teaching, special groups, research and more. When we were at the teaching center, we had ceremony with Shipibo shamans Enrique’ and Wilma, a colossal pair, superbly talented. It was memorable and very fine. If you want rock-solid ceremonies, Ayahuasca Foundation delivers.” – Chris Kilham