Journey into expanded awareness through sacred medicine traditions and expert-guided ceremonial spaces
Brandon says, "If you feel called, just go. It will exceed your expectations, leaving you feeling sustainably more connected, confident, and complete. Through the medicine, the structure of the week (which has just the right amount of schedule vs." See more
Raul says, "I can confidently say that this retreat has changed my life forever (for the better). I decided to come to the amazon and try this retreat in response to an extremely difficult time in my life dealing with very strong anxieties and OCD-related fears that were paralyzing me and greatly affecting my life." See more
Geoffrey says, "I spent 2 weeks at the Arkana Center in the Amazon Jungle in Nov/Dec 2024. The center felt like a 5-star resort- it even had a pool and (jungle) gym. Rooms are cleaned every day, and the entire center is spotless, and is looked after with lots of love and care." See more
Alexandra says, "Naysha and her team, along with the retreat's structure, provide an incredible experience. Last time I had a challenging experience that required a lot of healing, but I felt completely safe and got through it." See more
Chloe says, "Both Porchi and Luna provided great comfort and fun when needed they were included throughout the journey and lovely dogs. " See more
Julie says, "This has been a significant experience for me. If you ever get the opportunity to participate, don’t even hesitate. The experience is incredibly well organized, held, safe, and beautiful" See more
Teresa says, "I felt very safe, cared for and blessed to have come to this retreat! You receive everything you need to feel supported, safe, cared for and in community with the medicine guides, other attendees and the beauty of nature and nurturing at Ananda Lodge, and leaving with a sense of bliss! Pura Vida , Kim and Jay, sweetest hosts, healers and cooks! Highly recommend! " See more
Anonymous says, "Not much more to say about it. Experience it yourself." See more
Anonymous says, "Liberty guided me as the integration coach during my psilocybin retreat at Mexisoul in March 2025. She created a foundation of trust throughout the experience with her knowledge, compassionate nature, and intuitive understanding." See more
attilio says, "Se ha convertido en mi segunda familia... Fue esclarecedor Realmente cambiaron mi vida gracias a " See more
Anonymous says, "I just had my first ceremonial experience with plant medicine conducted by master Tao. From the very first moment, I was received with unparalleled warmth, enveloped in an atmosphere of profound respect, care and rare sensitivity." See more
Lauri says, "My experience in all was transforming , even life changing. The inwardbound provided the perfect conditions including the caring professionals and personnel, well thought process in total, beautiful location and what not." See more
Psychedelic retreat costs typically range from USD $200-750 per day, with most programs lasting 5-8 days (total USD $1,600-4,500). Shorter 1-2 day private sessions generally cost USD $450-1,000, while premium or longer experiences (8-13 days) may range from USD $3,000-7,500. Location significantly affects pricing - retreats in Peru and Ecuador tend to be more affordable (USD $125-250/day), while Netherlands and Costa Rica programs often command higher prices (USD $400-1,150/day). Accommodation type greatly impacts cost, with shared/dormitory options offering savings of 30-50% compared to private rooms.
Classic psychedelics (like psilocybin mushrooms, LSD, ayahuasca, and mescaline) do not create physical dependence or addiction in the way substances like alcohol, opioids, or nicotine do. Most retreat participants find these medicines self-limiting—the profound, sometimes challenging experiences they produce naturally discourage frequent use. In traditional cultures where these plants have been used for centuries, they're typically approached with reverence and used ceremonially, not recreationally. That said, psychological attachment can form with any substance or experience that alters consciousness. At retreats, guests sometimes arrive with misconceptions about psychedelics being an easy "shortcut" to healing, only to discover these medicines often reveal what needs attention rather than instantly fixing it. The medicine itself rarely becomes problematic; the relationship with it might. What's most important isn't necessarily whether a substance can create dependency, but one's intention and the context of use. Many find these experiences so complete that they need significant integration time before feeling called to return.