Felipe Ochovano Urquia

Felipe Ochovano Urquia, known in his tradition as Chonon Sina, is a Shipibo-Konibo maestro with 59 years of life and 49 years of experience walking the path of ancestral medicine. Born in the native community of Paoyhan, in the Ucayali region of Peru, Maestro Felipe began his apprenticeship at the age of 10, guided by his grandfather, who initiated him into his first plant diets. Since then, he has devoted his life to the deep study and ceremonial practice of healing with Amazonian medicinal plants. His specialty as a ceremonial leader and guide in healing processes has allowed him to accompany hundreds of individuals on their journeys of transformation, always rooted in respect for ancestral wisdom and connection with the spirits of the forest. Chonon Sina carries the legacy of his people with humility and strength, sharing living teachings that honor the balance between body, mind, and spirit. His songs, his presence, and his knowledge are a direct expression of a tradition that continues to flourish through his service