Journey into expanded awareness through sacred medicine traditions and expert-guided ceremonial spaces
Jeffron says, "I attended a five day Ayahuasca retreat at Soltara at Playa Blanca, and honestly, I don't have words big enough for the experience ... but I'll try. From the very first discovery call, and the preparation emails and video calls, I felt supported, informed, and genuinely cared for." See more
Anonymous says, "I just completed my first-ever experience with ayahuasca, and it was with Psychonauta. I originally booked a seven-day retreat but ended up extending to ten days because of how powerful and supportive the experience was." See more
Michael says, "I recently attended an ayahuasca retreat with Taita Inti, and it exceeded every expectation I had. From the very first contact, Naysha was incredibly supportive and kind." See more
Dayna says, "My experience at Arkana Spiritual Retreat Center was nothing short of transformational. From the moment I arrived, I felt held in the safest, most supportive container, allowing me to fully surrender to the deep healing that awaited." 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
Blain says, "I can’t recommend this retreat enough. The staff is super attentive and the place is absolutely stunning. Everyone is so compassionate and caring. I was absolutely blown away by everyone involved." See more
Lisa says, "I recently attended a Kambo session at your Gaia with dani and llse and it was a lovely and transformative experience. The space was absolutely beautiful we did the session in the dome there and it was calm, grounding, and thoughtfully set up to make everyone feel safe and supported." See more
Anonymous says, "Where to start? The lush jungle? The delicious meals? The refreshing pool? The peaceful escape from society? The resort dog Irie? ✨ Ananda Lodge is a new boutique retreat center destined for glory! ✨" See more
Luciana says, "I went to a five days psilocybin facilitated retreat at the Nature Temple and the setting were just perfect: not only the place is stunning but I also felt I was in a very safe and loving environment." 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.