Shipibo Onanya Shamans

Pepe is a highly regarded Onanya from the Shipibo tribe in Peru, who began his training as a curandero at the young age of 12 under the guidance of his Maestro and uncle, Antonio Vasquez Galarreta. Throughout his life, Pepe has dedicated himself to dieting with various Teacher-Plants, gaining a wealth of knowledge and experience in the shamanic arts.

Today, Pepe is a recognizable figure on a global scale, thanks to the Netflix documentary "The Last Shaman." The title serves as a testament to Pepe's unwavering dedication and expertise in Amazonian Plant Medicine and Ayahuasca, and his reputation as one of the most revered shamans in the community

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Maestro Noe comes from the Shipibo tribe that lives in the area of Pucallpa of the Amazonian rainforest of Peru and a member of the Asociación de Onanyabo Médicos Ancestrales Shipibo Konibo ASOMASHK.

At 47 years old, he's spent 27 years mastering Ayahuasca and other sacred plants. As an Ayahuascero and Vegetalisto, he's devoted to continuing his family's curandero tradition.

Noe's unique approach combines spiritual guidance and the use of Master-Plants, followed by specific diets. This practice not only aids his own learning journey as a Onanya but also serves as a holistic pathway for those he guides. His life is dedicated to preserving his ancestors' wisdom and to helping others.

Rosa is a renowned Shipibo Onanya and artist known for her mastery of Kene patterns — the intricate vibrational designs central to Shipibo cultural heritage.

She not only paints these patterns but also reads, interprets, and sings them with a beautiful voice, often moving people to tears during her ceremonies.

Her journey began with her preferred master plant, Pinon Colorado, which played a key role in her early Sama. Trained under the esteemed Orlando Magin in the Shahuaya community - a native, indigenous locality of the Shipibo-Konibo - Rosa has refined her practice over 17 years, seamlessly merging art with traditional Amazonian practices.

Toni, at the age of 52, originates from the Shipibo tribe hailing from the Pucallpa area of the Amazonian rainforest in Peru. He is a honored member of Asociación de Onanyabo Médicos Ancestrales Shipibo Konibo ASOMASHK.
He carries a rich lineage of 28 years steeped in the mastery of Ayahuasca and other sacred plants. As an accomplished Ayahuascero and Vegetalisto, Toni upholds his family's tradition as curanderos.

Toni's distinctive methodology combines spiritual mentorship and the administration of Master-Plants, complemented by specialized diets. This practice not only fuels his continuous evolution as a Onanya but also presents a comprehensive healing route for those he guides. His life's mission revolves around safeguarding his ancestors' knowledge and extending assistance to others.

Coming from Peru's vibrant Ucayali region, Maestro Jose is a distinguished member of the Shipibo tribe and an integral part of APL’s team. His shamanic journey began alongside his brother, Maestro Pepe, known from the documentary "The Last Shaman." Together, they absorbed wisdom and traditions under the watchful guidance of their uncle, the respected Shipibo shaman, Don Antonio Vasquez.

Today, Jose resides in the serene community of Santa Rosa, perched along the Ucayali River. Here, in the embrace of his family and the pulsating heart of the Amazonian rainforest, Jose continually connects with nature's energy, enhancing his shamanic practices. His life, like the river that flows beside him, is a testament to the power of spiritual connection and ancestral wisdom.