Thea says, "I find myself lost for words when trying to sum up this retreat- an utterly pure and magical experience, truly a once in a lifetime journey. When reflecting back I can't help but smile and being so happy hearted with what I have gained from this, such a beautiful journey! Angel is truly that, an angel! The most amazing guide and leader you could wish for with so much wisdom and love to share~ this trip has truly changed my life for the better and I would strongly advise anyone and everyone to take this magical opportunity to this beautiful place." See more
Victoria says, "I've had other experiences with the medicine before, but Arkana truly blew me away. This was a medicine retreat, but it also felt like a life transformation retreat in general." See more
Michael says, "I just attended a 12 day retreat February 2016 and I am absolutely grateful for this center and it's proprietors Jim and Gina, the wonderfully skilled and kind shaman Manain, and the friendly and attentive staff." See more
Jordan says, "My experience at this retreat was other worldly. It was everything I expected and more. Stephano (the shaman of the program) is one of the most knowledgeable and whole hearted people I have ever run it." See more
Anonymous says, "I cannot recommend Novalis highly enough to anyone who wishes to visit the Amazon jungle and learn about it as well as about its people and plant medicine, go on an adventure to reconnect with nature, themselves, others, … and much more." See more
Lawrence says, "My girlfriend and I did a weeklong yoga retreat with Johanne in the jungle. It was honestly one of the most restorative weeks of my life and we cannot thank Armando and Johanne enough for our hospitality." See more