Reclaim your innate resilience through mindful healing practices in nurturing, trauma-informed retreat settings worldwide
David says, "I recently finished my week long Ayahuasca & Peyote retreat with Mamay Ayahuasca. I am so filled with gratitude for this experience. The entire team felt like a family and immediately made us all as participants feel welcomed, safe to open up and be vulnerable, and by the end of the retreat I felt like I had a spot in this tribe." See more
scott says, "He is so loving and attentive in Ceremony. Often asking how you are connecting to the medicine. Always checking and offering advice on how to really connect deeply." See more
Jorge says, "I loved the retreat and its concept. The importance given to preparation, the way of eating, silence and introspection set the Sinchi Runa retreat apart from all the others I've been to." See more
Ondrej says, "Soltara is an amazing place, with an amazing staff. It is really a 10years of therapy in one night there. I felt really comfortable and safe there. Wonderfull spot to spent your retreat days in." See more
Marcin says, "I’m at a loss for words to express my gratitude to Lisa & Miguel for these 7 days. It was pure magic. ✨ The opportunity to touch the "infinite" with something as finite as the mind is an experience that will always remain beyond words (you simply can't grasp it)." See more
Lauren says, "I have the deepest gratitude for my experiences at Arkana. I have been to both the Amazon and Sacred Valley locations. The magnitude of the shift that has happened within me because of these retreats is immense." See more
Ian says, "My time at MexiSoul Retreats was nothing short of transformative. From the moment I arrived, I was enveloped in a deeply caring and meticulously organized environment that allowed me to fully immerse myself in the healing process." See more
Alin says, "Ana is such a good human being, the discussions with her helped me clarify lots of stuff. Thank you!" See more
Anonymous says, "It was my best experience ever and I learned many lessons from my lovely brother Tao. Highly recommended for deepest traumas and it is an inner engineering with really good knowledge of Tao in this journey and his lovely instruments and tools." See more
Eleanor says, "From the moment I arrived I was made to feel very safe and welcome and that continued through the whole experience. Siddiq was a really safe and responsive facilitator and responded to whatever I needed throughout the session." See more
Trauma-focused retreat prices typically range from USD $1,600 to $5,450 for multi-day programs, with most falling between USD $1,900 and $4,500. The average cost per day spans from USD $220 to $562, with programs generally lasting 5-8 days. Specialized trauma retreats incorporating modalities like EMDR, breathwork, and plant medicine tend toward the middle of this range. More affordable options include trauma-informed group programs in Portugal and Costa Rica (around USD $126-188 per day), while luxury accommodations or private sessions in destinations like Costa Rica or the Netherlands command premium prices.
Trauma healing retreats create a carefully structured container for deep emotional work, typically spanning 3-7 days in a peaceful setting away from daily triggers. Most retreats begin with establishing safety protocols and building group trust through gentle sharing circles. Traditional Indigenous healing modalities often weave together with modern somatic practices - participants might experience bodywork, breathwork, movement therapy, or ceremonial practices depending on the retreat's cultural framework. These gatherings honor each person's unique healing timeline while providing skilled support for processing difficult memories and emotions.
A typical day flows between gentle morning practices like meditation or yoga, facilitated group sessions for emotional processing, and periods of rest or integration in nature. Some retreats incorporate specific modalities like EMDR, somatic experiencing, or traditional plant medicines (where legal). Expert facilitators maintain strong emotional boundaries while creating space for both individual and collective healing. Rather than forcing catharsis, these retreats allow natural unwinding of trauma patterns while teaching practical tools for nervous system regulation and emotional resilience that participants can take home.
Safety remains paramount - reputable retreats conduct thorough medical and psychological screening beforehand, maintain appropriate participant-to-facilitator ratios, and have emergency protocols in place. The work happens in layers, with participants choosing their engagement level. Many find that simply being in a trauma-informed environment with others on similar journeys creates profound shifts. Each person's innate healing wisdom guides their process, supported by skilled facilitators who understand both the science of trauma and time-tested pathways for reconnecting with inherent wholeness.