With over four decades of practice and teachings in Andean spirituality, he is recognized as one of the most experienced Paqos (Andean spiritual leaders) of his generation. Iván has dedicated his life to sharing and expanding the Andean spiritual tradition worldwide, conducting workshops, initiations, and seminars across the globe.

• Industrial Engineering, Universidad Andina del Cusco (1992 – 1998)
• Ontological Coaching, International Coaching Community (UK, 2011)

Global Instructor and Facilitator

• Since 1995, Iván has traveled to over 20 countries to teach the Andean spiritual tradition, leading group initiations, workshops, and conferences.
• Organized and facilitated Paqo gatherings in diverse locations worldwide, such as Italy, Greece, the USA, Peru, and more.
• Conducted seminars at renowned international institutions, including Harvard University, the Carl Gustav Jung Institute in Zurich, and the United Nations FAO in Santiago, Chile.

Founder and Organizer of International Paqo Meetings

• Led multiple global meetings of Andean spiritual practitioners, with notable events in cities such as Rome (2005), Stockholm (2007), Hawaii (2010), Cusco (2012), and Asis (2013), among others.

• Iván has spoken at numerous global forums, including at universities, cultural institutions, and spiritual centers around the world.
• Notable lectures at the National Library of Buenos Aires (Argentina), and universities such as the University of Washington and the University of Córdoba, among others.

• 1983: Initiation into the second level of Andean spiritual tradition at the Qoylloriti sanctuary.
• 1984: Initiation into the third level of Andean spiritual tradition.
• 1993: Initiation by Don Mariano Apaza into the fourth level, with the Inkari lineage.
• 1994: Initiated into the Hatun Karpay (Great Initiation) as Altomisayoq in the Q’ero tradition.

• Spanish (Native)
• English (Fluent)
• Italian (Intermediate)

• Andean spiritual teachings and initiations
• Leadership and group facilitation
• Cross-cultural spiritual exchange
• Public speaking and international networking
• Event and seminar organization

• Considered one of the foremost practitioners of the Andean tradition of Kausaypuriy, Iván has dedicated his life to transmitting the sacred teachings of the Andes through direct initiations, seminars, and personal guidance to hundreds of students globally.

Andean Spiritual Teacher and Facilitator
KAUSAYPURIY Tradition
1995 – Present

• Initiates and educates new Paqos through the Hatun Karpay (Great Initiation) and Llaqta Karpay (Minor Initiation) programs, focusing on spiritual growth and mastery of Andean wisdom.
• Facilitates spiritual practices, ceremonies, and initiations, helping individuals to deepen their connection with Andean cosmology and consciousness.
• Conducted over 40 years of practice in Kausaypuriy, leading groups worldwide, including in countries such as Italy, Greece, the USA, Argentina, Spain, and the Netherlands.
• Developed and led international seminars, such as Hatun Karpay in locations like Tuscany (Italy), Mount Shasta (USA), and Glastonbury (UK).

General Manager
Mistic Inka Trail S.A.C.
1994 – 2024

• Led business operations for a company focused on tourism and cultural immersion experiences related to the Inka heritage.

Spiritual Training & Initiations

First Spiritual Initiation (1979)

• At age 7, Iván participated in the Qoylloriti Festival, one of Peru’s most significant religious traditions, marking his introduction to Andean spiritual practices.

Training with Juan Núñez del Prado (1979 – 1990)

• Iván received training in the first three levels of Andean spiritual tradition: Ayllu Paqo, Llaqta Paqo, and Suyu Paqo from his father, Juan Núñez del Prado.

Hatun Karpay (1991)

• In 1991, Iván was initiated by his father, Juan Núñez del Prado, into the Hatun Karpay at the fourth level of consciousness, receiving the title of Altomisayoq (Grand Master) in the Q’ero lineage of the Andes.

Initiation with Tata Lorenzo (1992)

• Complementary training in the Andean Kausaypuriy tradition was received under the guidance of Tata Lorenzo, a Yatiri (Andean spiritual leader) from the Qayawaya tradition of Bolivia.

Intercultural Exchange (1993)

• Organized and participated in the first meeting between Andean and Tibetan Buddhist traditions, facilitating an exchange of spiritual practices and initiations.

Further Initiations and Teachings

• Throughout the years, Iván received further initiations from Andean masters such as Don Mariano Apaza and Don Juan Ordoñez, and practiced with multiple teachers from the Q’ero and Ausangate traditions.
• Initiated into the Karpay Ayni (reciprocal initiation) by Don Mariano Apaza and completed advanced spiritual training with him for over 13 years.