Samantha says, "When we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by Joaly, Troy, and their outstanding team. They are a powerhouse blend of impressive academic backgrounds and spirituality, weaving in scientific insights on the effects of plant medicine, while honouring and celebrating the Bwiti tradition and Indigenous wisdom." See more
Anonymous says, "My experience doing an Iboga Retreat with Melinda and Kuma at the Ikara Retreat Center was life changing and can't recommend it enough. This was the first true "plant medicine" retreat I had gone on - quotes because that is a Western term and Iboga itself in Bwete thought is taking in a spirit." See more
Patricio says, "Even though the Plant Medicine didn't do as much for me as for the rest of the group, (I guess I'm still holding on to something very hard which I still need to work on), the experience was great." See more
Stephen says, "My experience with changa was beautiful. From start to finish, my guide created a safe, loving, and caring space, allowing me to surrender fully without fear. The medicine revealed the truth of who we are—pure love." See more
Danette says, "I came to the Peace Retreat not knowing what to expect. This was my first time traveling solo, out of the country and to Costa Rica! Words cannot express my amazing experience at the retreat! You would have to experience this for yourself to get the full picture." See more
scott says, "I absolutely loved being ceremony with Travis. His ability to sing Icaros like a shipibon was so amazing. He is so kind and loving. I learned so much from him about plant medicine during my time at Ananda." See more
Anonymous says, "I write this 3 months after completing the retreat... Nestled in the serene mountain landscape, under the stars, this ayahuasca retreat provided an ideal environment for a profound and life-changing experience." See more
Laura says, "Meeting Mar felt just like home, welcomed by the most adorable protector, her cat Cacao. I got the call to experience Ayahuasca and found Madrediosa on TikTok, the one on one was exactly what I wanted for my introduction." See more