Dancing with the Heart of the World - 2027

Journey with Us into the Living Heart of the Amazon

Step into a transformative shamanic pilgrimage that invites you to reconnect with the Unbroken intelligence of the Earth herself and to meet deeply with the indigenous peoples who are the natural Guardians of the forest. Dancing With the Heart of the World is an intimate and immersive experience guided by Ya’Acov and Susannah Darling Khan, rooted in decades of dedicated relationship with the Pachamama Alliance and our indigenous Achuar and Sápara relatives.

This year’s journey offers an evolved and more intimate encounter with the teachings, landscapes, and guardians of the Amazon. Designed as a profound initiation, it weaves Movement Medicine, indigenous ceremony, and creative exploration into a highly engaged and experiential process.

Participants can expect a deep and honest meeting with themselves and the world around them. The work suited to those who have travelled deeply inward before and who feel called to contribute meaningfully in this era of ecological and social turning. Together, we will explore what it means to be part of the solution, guided by ancient wisdom, embodied practice, and the living forest.

Join us as we return to the Heart of the World to listen, to learn, and to walk forward with renewed purpose.

application process

Given the depth and intensity of this experience, it is important that we learn more about you to see if there is an appropriate match between you and this particular journey.

"Built on respectful alliances grown over almost 30 years, and possible only through unique soul connections forged by Ya'acov & Susannah with elders of the indigenous Sapara and Achuar nations, the Dancing in the Heart of the World January 2025 Movement Medicine Journey was a fabulous trip to Ecuador. While it was at times challenging for us (age 75 and 77, oldest in our group of 16 voyagers), our native hosts and trip guides were present, strong and helpful every step of the way. Expertly curated and organized through the Pachamama Alliance, this trip was indeed a a deep immersion, beautifully held by Ya'Acov and Susannah." KOLIN LYMWORTH

commitment

Before you decide to commit to this journey, it is important for you to be aware that we travel to the Amazon Rainforest, not as tourists, but as friends and allies of the indigenous peoples of the forest. These journeys provide vital income for the indigenous led communities that we visit. Our intention is that you will become part of a growing network of Pachamama supporters who have helped build connections, bridge diverse communities, prioritise inner work and healing, and build trust for almost 30 years. That is the ground for the work of Fundación Pachamama and the Pachamama Alliance. 

more about the journey

This journey includes spending time in nature, in indigenous communities and staying in indigenous owned and operated lodges, and ecotourism camps. Your participation represents a direct source of local jobs and revenue, enabling these communities to continue their pursue of biodiversity protection, cultural preservation, and sustainable development. 

“My Journey into The Amazon Rainforest with Ya'Acov and Susannah and Pachamama Journeys was a once in a lifetime experience which will stay with me forever. And when I say once in a lifetime, I mean that anyone who is able to do it, should experience it at least once in a lifetime. It was, as always is the case with Ya'Acov and Susannah and The School of Movement Medicine, perfectly designed and organised. The interaction with nature, the indigenous communities and the medicine was beautiful, most welcoming, and extremely well held. We were incredibly well taken care of by Ya'Acov and Susannah as well as our local and indigenous guides and all the four coummunities we had the privilege to spend time with.” Katryna Samut Tagliaferro

Fund Raising

Pachamama Journey participants are people who understand that the forest and its peoples stand for the health of the whole biosphere. For that reason, we want you to know that this journey is intended to create a deep connection between you and the Amazon Rainforest, and we will be asking you to become a financial ally of Fundacion Pachamama and its work at the end of the trip. We look forward to welcoming you as a supporter of future community projects. It is our sincere hope that the journey will make it clear why this is such a good investment for the generations to come. Thank you.

Hear more from susannah & ya'acov

On Tues 17 Nov 2026, Susannah and Ya'Acov will host an online event where they will share insights into the journey, introduce participants to the spirit of the forest through a short mini-embodiment practice, and answer questions about the journey.