Join Us for the Uruguay Sourcing Journey August 2026
The Invitation
There is a moment when a stone stops being something you own and becomes something you understand.
When you know the land it comes from. The hands that uncovered it. The sound of the earth it left behind.
This journey is an invitation to step beyond the transaction - into the very place where amethyst is formed, lifted from the ground and brought to light.
This is not...
a rushed group tour - though only 7 days - each piece will take them time to be Grounded, intentional, spacious
a sales focused trip - it is deeply educational — without jargon
a luxury resort experience - but it will be emotionally memorable
open to everyone - it is limited to 11 guests by application
a balmy beach trip - it is winter in South America
The Journey
Montevideo - Salto - Artigas - Montevideo
Arrival - Reset - Source - Return
Explore Unique Wellness and Cultural Experiences in Uruguay’s Amethyst Heartlands.
Aug 1 Arrival + Welcome
- Arrive in Montevideo — hotel check-in, welcome gift in your room
- Optional sunset walk along the Rambla
- Welcome dinner — your first evening together
- Opening gathering: logistics, expectations, and set intentions for
the week ahead
Aug 2 Journey to Salto +
Thermal Reset
- Private van through the Uruguayan countryside — scenic and unhurried
- Arrive at thermal resort in Salto — first soak, first exhale
- Light dinner at the resort — no agenda, just rest
Aug 3 Full Thermal Day — Integration
- Slow morning — soak, walk, breathe
- Optional mineral identification session with Lisa: what to look for before the mines
- Free afternoon — spa, reflection, rest
- Drive to Artigas preview of what lies ahead
Aug 4 Artigas Arrival + First Contact
- Introduction to Artigas — the heart of Uruguay's amethyst region
- Introduction to the mining landscape and region
- First visit to the warehouse: raw amethyst in volume for the first time
- That moment when you hold it in the place it came from
Aug 5 The Mines — Full Immersion Day
- Visit an active amethyst mine — witness the extraction process
- Rockhounding: select your own pieces from available material
- Meet the miners and artisans who bring these stones to light
- Learn to identify quality: color, formation, what makes Uruguayan amethyst exceptional
- Ethical sourcing education — straight from the source
Aug 6 Stone Selection + Return to Montevideo
- Morning: return to selection space — final time to choose with knowledge and intention
- Lisa available for gentle guidance: "What are you drawn to?"
- Optional closing moment before departure: share your stone and one word - Afternoon: travel back to Montevideo — private van - Evening: celebration dinner in Montevideo — a beautiful close to the week
Aug 7 Departures
- Morning at leisure in Montevideo — coffee, the Rambla, one last walk
- Staggered departures throughout the day
- You leave different than you arrived
**A NOTE ABOUT ACCOMMODATIONS**
As we travel north and deeper into the mining region, hotels become simpler and more authentic. Montevideo is boutique. Salto is a thermal resort. Artigas is a mining town - accommodations are clean, and more bare bones.
This journey is
for you if:
You collect crystals and want to understand them more deeply
You've always wondered where your stones actually come from
You want to travel somewhere that leaves a mark on how you see the world
You're a rockhound, collector, shop owner, or simply someone who feels called
You're ready to be changed by something quietly extraordinary
INCLUDED IN YOUR TRIP
All accommodations: Montevideo boutique hotel, Salto thermal resort(thermal bath access included), Artigas (simple, clean, authentic)
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Airport Transfer & Private group transport throughout — full route Montevideo to Salto to Artigas and back
Mine access and all guided experiences
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All group meals — dinners and lunches as noted in the itinerary, continental breakfast provided by hotels
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Welcome gift: small La Amatista amethyst from the Artigas mines + intention card
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Mineral & Region education sessions with experts, miners and native Uruguayans
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Lisa's expertise across 14 healing and coaching certifications — available, never imposed
NOT INCLUDED
IN YOUR TRIP
International flights — book into Montevideo (MVD), arriving August 1, departing August 7
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Personal stone purchases at the mines (bring a budget for what calls to you)
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Individual spa or massage at the thermal resort
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Travel insurance — strongly recommended (Allianz)
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Gratuities for drivers and mine partners - if feel inclined
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The RESET / RESTORATION / REALIGNMENT EXTENSION
OPTIONAL:
THE RESET / RESTORATION / REALIGNMENT EXTENSION
(+$1,111 per person)
Are you ready for a big intentional shift?
Why Uruguay Amplifies Your Inner Work
Traveling to Uruguay isn't just a change of scenery —
it's a shift in your energetic coordinates.
When you cross into the Southern Hemisphere, you move into a fundamentally different relationship with the Earth's magnetic field, exerting a subtle yet measurable influence on the body's bioelectric field. Creating a natural reversal of the energetic current you've been living within your entire life. This disruption isn't a threat — it's an invitation. It creates a window of heightened receptivity and accessibility, to patterns held deep in the body's field.
When the magnetic backdrop of your life shifts, the energetic charge that holds those patterns in place loosens — making them easier to see, meet, and clear to realign you with the divine source of love you are.
For guests who feel called, we invite you to join us in collaboration with our friends at the Centro de Luz, Montevideo. Guests choosing this experience will need to arrive ready to participate on July 31st and stay through August 8. Guests will participate in group and personal sessions at Centro de Luz including Constellations work, Tachyon chamber sessions, 1:1 energy work, frequency work and more.
COST & PAYMENT
Full payment Preferred. Pay in full within 48 hours of acceptance.
$5250 per person/ $4750 per person for couples
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2-pay plan 50% at acceptance, 50% by June 1, 2026
charged automatically to card on file.
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Payment Methods Upon acceptance you will be emailed/ texted an invoice through Square. Zelle & Venmo also accepted for full payment.
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Cancellation All payments non-refundable once made. Travel insurance strongly recommended.
EARLY COMMITMENT BONUS — First 3 guests to pay in full within 48 hours of acceptance receive a private 1:1 session with Lisa before the trip — your choice of Human Design reading, Health Coaching Session, Reiki, or Emotion Code. Value: $333.
About Your Hosts
Diego & Lisa Cusano are the founders of La Amatista, an ethical gem and mineral sourcing company with direct relationships at the amethyst mines of Artigas, Uruguay. Diego grew up in Uruguay and his family had deep love and respect for the Artigas region. Together Diego & Lisa they have walked these mines, met the miners, and developed the friendships and sourcing partnerships that lasts generations. Diego is an expert in the region and import/ export in Uruguay. He knows the ins and out and has solid relationships that gives others the exclusive opportunity/ and access to resources not available to the general public.
Lisa & Diego have also been asked to be Crystal Keepers which requires intentional selection, placement, and protection for these precious gifts of the earth.
Lisa has spent the last 20 years developing wellness tools and programs, all supporting the inner journey of healing. Everything she utilizes with clients she also utilizes with herself and her family, and she understands how they all dance together and range the gamut inlcuding - Reiki Master, Sound Practitioner, Human Design Advanced Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, Emotion Code Practitioner, Aromatherapist, Life Coach, Frequency Medicine Practitioner, and Mentor. Together Diego & Lisa bring a holistic picture that is perfect for the rockhound, the business owner, the crystal lover and the energy practitioner. They are the guides for your own individual exploration.
@theamatista | La Amatista
FAQs
Answers to Enhance Your Amethyst Journey Experience
What should I bring to wear?
July is winter in South America. Similar to a cold day in Atlanta, GA. It is also wet! Many places have mini split heating instead of central heat. Be prepared with comfortable layers, rain gear, a warm coat and most importantly comfortable shoes. We also recommend a bathing suit and robe for the thermal baths and a water bottle!
What airlines are best to travel on and who do you recommend for trip insurance?
We generally fly COPA from IAD to MVD with a stop over in Panama. Copa offers a free layover should you like to add that to your trip. UNITED is a COPA partner. LATAM flies in partnership with DELTA . You will generally have a layover in Santiago , Chile, Buenos Aires, Argentina or San Paolo, Brazil.
We highly recommend purchasing full travel insurance. We have had the best experience with Allianz.
Will I be able to purchase stones during the tour?
Yes, visitors can purchase amethysts directly. We will also be able to arrange shipment for you.
What safety measures are in place for the mine tours and how accessible are the mine tours for people with disabilities?
Safety is our top priority. All guests are provided with helmets and necessary safety gear. Our tours are always conducted in the presence of professional miners and first aid trained guides. Detailed safety instructions are provided prior to all tours.
We aim to make our tours as accessible as possible but some areas may not be fully accessible due to natural terrain. Please contact us for additional considerations.
Is there a best time of year to participate in the La Amatista Sourcing Journey?
The best time is from March to November, avoiding the peak summer heat for comfort. July is an excellent time to escape the heat in the US as well!
Can you tell me more about the Reset/ Restoration/ Realignment Extension?
For those that feel called this extension provides the opportunity to come into realignment within themselves. Traveling to the other side of the equator allows us to reset our own magnetic resonance. The change allows things to come to the surface to identify and release. Doing this in combination with the journey including the cleansing in the thermal baths and closeness to the the amethysts in Artigas has given access to profound shifts and a feeling of positive realignment upon returning home.