Cultivating Pride & Authenticity | A Gay Men's Week | An Ayahuasca Journey

I was so excited about this retreat but then things happened and it got derailed and we were not treated correctly. There were 11 of us and 4 people left mid week. They didn't feel safe and we had concerns about what was put in the tea the rest of us tried to speak to the 4 facilitators about our concerns and what happened and they seemed to take it ok but then the next day we were pulled into a meeting where the tone had changed and they read this ridiculous email from the owner that said he didn't appreciate the treatment of his staff and offered us all 50 percent refund to leave. We were told this is not a discussion and we had to decide right then and shuttles would be there at 5 pm. If I was by myself I would have left because this came out of nowhere and was rude. But I was with a friend who wanted to stay. I also found them not accessible or really interested in us. I like trying mushrooms in a closed, monitored environment but didn't enjoy this retreat.

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We appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns. There is, however, important context missing from your comments.
During the retreat week you are referencing, a guest was not honest on their pre-retreat intake and failed to disclose crucial parts of their health history. These omissions led to a negative experience, which perpetuated anxiety and paranoia.
Of utmost importance to us at Reunion is to provide a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for people to experience a transformative retreat. On rare occurrence when participants are unable to be respectful of fellow guests or staff, it is best for them to leave. The referenced individuals who left were consulted and refunded in full.

Our Founder is always available to connect with past or future guests should there be questions or comments.

Reunion is truly an extraordinary place. The staff here is the most attentive and caring I’ve ever encountered, making sure each person is supported and cared for throughout their unique journey. It’s clear that this non-profit is deeply committed to ensuring that everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

This was the best experience of my life, and I’ve never felt more loved or safe than I did at Reunion. Their dedication to creating a nurturing environment is unparalleled, and I can confidently say that there’s no other place I would go for such a transformative experience. If you're seeking a life-changing journey with people who genuinely care, you are in the best hands with Reunion.

This was my first Ayahuasca journey and I'm eternally grateful for the journey. Everyone at reunion made us feel like a family. Some of the key highlights was that the journey I embarked on provided me a road map of my life and how all my life events led me exactly to where I am today. Throughout the ceremonies I can say I always felt safe. If you're questioning your purpose and you feel called to connect to your true self, then reunion is the place.

Hello beautiful souls! I just completed a 7 day Mama Ayahuasca Retreat from Sept.28-Oct.5th! My life will NEVER BE THE SAME! Reunion has created such a SAFE Space and Environment, from the food, to the atmosphere, to the people who literally LOVE WHAT THEY DO! Which is literally “WALK YOU BACK HOME TO YOURSELF”! If your looking for a deep and raw healing from the inside out, than Reunions Ayahuasca’s Retreat is the way to go! The support and love you will experience here is truly priceless! The Shaman and everyone here truly care about you and your wellbeing. I sat through all 4 ceremonies and Mama has shown me so much and has healed me in more ways than I can “logically explain”! My Soul feels as if the time clock rewinded 10+ years and I feel so grateful and filled with so much passion for life and my new journey! My physical chronic pain I used to take medicine for is almost completely obliterated! I purged out soooo much of what was not in my highest good and also what never belonged for me to carry in the first place…my soul is lighter and I feel free and transformed with the strength to take on whatever life throws my way with nothing but pure LOVE! Please make this investment in yourself, your SOUL WILL THANK YOU! Thank you from the bottom of my Heart to all the Contributors at REUNION! I AM ETERNALLY GRATEFUL FOR THIS EXPERIENCE!

Wow. From someone who’s experienced extensive trauma throughout life, I have been on a mission to heal and clear it for a number of years and Reunion has been my saviour. It changed my life!

I’ve had a number of different holistic and energy healing sessions done in the past and Ayahuasca was the final one where I’ve had a strong calling for it for a few years, but my main concern was safety and finding a resort to accommodate this.
The minute I found out about Reunion, my intuition didn’t once question it regardless of my analytical brain wanting to know all about the resort and process. I had done some research and after a call with Tommy, I just knew it was the perfect place for me.

Once booked, the contributors helped out with logistics (as I travelled in from the UK) and any questions that arose in between. Having type one diabetes, after a few questions I wasn’t one bit concerned about the level of safety on site as I was reassured that they had a medical nurse on the property.
During my stay, the facilitators and Shamans genuinely cared about my health and sugar levels throughout the entire experience.
I felt so comfortable that I ended up doing 2 full weeks there! The second week was booked on my last day of week one :)

I attended the resort with my husband and when we arrived, the friendliest and such courteous contributors (staff) welcomed us and provided us with all the information we needed throughout our stay.

The rooms were spacious, clean and very fitting for the medicine. The resort itself is like a sanctuary, with the perfect balance of nature all around. The beach was incredible and I’ve never enjoyed swimming in the Ocean so much during free time.

We were given a timetable for the week upon arrival, met with the facilitators and given a thorough briefing of what we were to expect within our week and journey with Mama Ayahuasca.

The food served throughout was incredible! Healthy, nutritious and delicious!

Set and setting was key at Reunion and the team ensured that everyone was made to feel comfortable and safe as it was a place of no judgement.

The medicine with the help of the Shamans and facilitators made my healing journey so profound and beyond what I could have imagined within the two weeks of my stay.
I received so many answers and guidance about my health, past traumas and lineage along with such wisdom from both Mama Ayahuasca and the incredible Wakana White Owl, Medicine woman.

During my two weeks, I was stunned how much mama ayahuasca reduced my intake of insulin and showed real time results, working her magic with my pancreas.
During ceremonies if my sugars were higher than normal, I would trust the medicine to bring me down to a stabilised level without the aid of insulin and it occurred every time.
It even took my sugars higher when I entered the ceremony once with slightly lower blood sugars and I fully trusted the process.
The magic was unfolding and I know there was profound healing happening for me in the background.
The Ayahuasca also helped clear my skin of existing eczema within the two weeks as well as strengthening my hair, nails and skin barriers. I had existing nerve pain in my feet which disappeared by week two.
I felt my liver, kidneys and internal systems all go through a detoxification process.
My energy and vibration completely shifted and my loved ones have already noticed such a positive difference - and I am in the second week of integration as I write this.
The medicine has also helped me heal my relationships with my loved ones and has also made me very self confident and self aware. It has made such a difference in such a short time!

The ceremonies were designed and carried out so beautifully with the aid of the most amazing music! Each ceremony had a different experience.

To both Shamans:
Wakana, White Owl - you with the help of Mama Ayahuasca changed and saved my life. The healing and wisdom I gained from you both as a team will forever be honoured. Thank you for being such a beautiful light! I love you and appreciate your help and guidance throughout the two weeks.

Shamanka - thank you for your amazing guidance, wisdom and sound healing. Your angelic voice came to the rescue as and when it was needed. I appreciate you so much!

Alia & Sheldon (the amazing facilitators), you made the experience at Reunion extra special. So kind and courteous and the help you provided throughout made all the difference. I really appreciate your energy, wisdom and guidance through and through.

Rommel (security), Hector, Yesenia, Mariano (front of house), Vanessa (nurse) - thank you all for being such amazing souls and being of aid when needed. Your kindness has touched me.

Finally - Brad - the founder of this incredible sanctuary.
I am in awe of what you have built and created. From how the resort is managed, the contributors, and the safe space you provided both myself and my husband to be so vulnerable and open our hearts to so much healing.
I left with a soul family whom I met week one and will forever cherish that.
I appreciate you and the non for profit organisation you have created at Reunion.
I look forward to returning soon and just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me ignite my life and reunite with my soul and purpose here on Gaia.

Thank you Reunion!