Cesar Vasquez - Master Shaman, Founder & Director

César is a native Amazonian shamanic healer with over 25 years of experience working with plant medicine. Born and raised in the Peruvian rainforest, he comes from a long lineage of vegetalistas—healers who work in deep connection with the spirits of the plants and the forest.His path has been shaped by years of traditional learning through plant diets, healing apprenticeships, and direct spiritual guidance from the medicine itself. César carries a profound understanding of how to work with Ayahuasca, Bobinsana, Huachuma, Tobacco, Camalonga and other Amazonian master plants—not only in ceremony, but also in everyday life as ongoing allies for healing, clarity, and personal transformation.In ceremonies, César leads with humility, strength, and presence. His work is guided by sacred icaros (healing songs) that he receives directly from the plants. These songs help cleanse, guide, and align each participant’s energetic field, supporting the release of emotional blockages and reconnecting the individual with their inner truth.More than a ceremony leader, César is deeply involved in every step of the process. He offers daily consultations, personalized plant treatments, and warm, grounded support to each guest. With a calm and compassionate presence, he meets each person where they are—holding space for genuine transformation.César is the heart of Takinuna, and his calling is to share the wisdom of the forest with those who come in search of healing.