Tailored Plant Medicine Retreat in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (3 or 5 Days)

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The Balé Phnom Penh by LifestyleRetreats, Bridge No. 8, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Up to 8 in group
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Flexible Dates

Retreat Highlights

  • The Ayahuasca retreat with Somaya at The Balé Phnom Penh offers a transformative and profound experience for those seeking personal growth, spiritual exploration, and healing. Here are some event highlights:
  • Sacred Ceremonies: Experience the power of Ayahuasca in sacred ceremonies led by experienced and knowledgeable shamans. These ceremonies provide a safe and supportive environment for participants to connect with the ancient healing powers of Ayahuasca.
  • Inner Journey: Embark on a deep inner journey guided by the wisdom of Ayahuasca. Gain insights, release emotional blockages, and explore the depths of your consciousness. This journey can lead to profound personal growth and self-discovery.
  • Healing and Integration: Ayahuasca is known for its potential to facilitate emotional, mental, and physical healing. The retreat provides a space for participants to process and integrate their experiences, with support from trained facilitators and therapists.
  • Group Support: Connect with like-minded individuals on the same journey of self-exploration and healing. The retreat fosters a sense of community and offers group sharing sessions where participants can share their experiences and support one another.
  • Nature Immersion: The retreat takes place in the beautiful and serene surroundings of The Balé Phnom Penh, allowing participants to immerse themselves in nature. The natural environment enhances the healing process and provides a peaceful backdrop for reflection and introspection.
  • Personal Guidance: Throughout the retreat, participants receive personal guidance and support from the retreat facilitators and shamans. They are available to answer questions, provide insights, and offer assistance as needed.
  • Integration Workshops: The retreat includes integration workshops that help participants integrate their Ayahuasca experiences into their daily lives. These workshops provide tools and techniques for continued growth and self-care beyond the retreat.
  • Nourishing Cuisine: Enjoy nourishing and delicious meals prepared by talented chefs, designed to support the Ayahuasca experience and promote overall well-being.

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Join us for an extraordinary Ayahuasca retreat at a luxurious 5-star resort in the beautiful city of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This transformative event offers a unique opportunity to experience the ancient healing powers of Ayahuasca in a serene and opulent setting.

Ayahuasca, a sacred plant medicine, has been used for centuries by indigenous cultures in South America for spiritual and personal growth. During this retreat, you will have the chance to take part in intimate Ayahuasca ceremonies, limited to 1-8 persons, led by experienced and knowledgeable shamans.

In addition to our luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities, we are delighted to offer a unique somatic healing experience through the ancient martial art of Bokator. Led by skilled instructors, Bokator combines physical movements, breathing techniques, and mindfulness to promote holistic healing and self-awareness.

The 5-star resort provides a comfortable and luxurious environment, offering spacious accommodations, world-class amenities, and exceptional service. You will have access to a rejuvenating swimming pool, gourmet cuisine, and stunning views of Phnom Penh's natural beauty.

We value your interest in beginning your journey in Cambodia. However, before we can confirm your participation, we have a strict intake and medical evaluation procedure in place to prioritize your safety. Our team includes a staff doctor who carefully reviews all medical considerations.

Schedule

-Enjoy all meals provided at your convenience.
-Start your day with optional somatic healing through Bokator training, an ancient Khmer martial art.
-Following lunch, join a session to explore Buddhist and Khmer magic and rituals.
-Ayahuasca ceremonies commence at 8 pm.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Somaya, The Balé Phnom Penh by LifestyleRetreats, Bridge No. 8, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Directions

We're delighted to provide transportation from Phnom Penh airport to our luxury resort. Situated just 15 kilometers from the city center, our location offers easy access to local transportation for exploring the city.

Accommodation

The hotel offers 14 immaculately designed 1-bedroom Courtyard Suites, each covering 100sqm. These suites include luxurious indoor accommodations and a quiet outdoor terrace for dining or meditation. Most of these suites face the central grassy garden and its serene Bodhi tree. Additionally, there are 4 stunning 1-bedroom Riverfront Suites, slightly bigger at 110sqm. Along with sumptuous interiors, each suite features a wooden-decked balcony with a small outdoor refreshment pool and spectacular views over the mighty Mekong.

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Courtyard 3-Day, 2 Aya ceremonies
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Courtyard 5 day 3 Aya

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The Balé Phnom Penh offers 14 spacious Courtyard Suites located around a grassy courtyard and 4 impressive Riverfront Suites with views of the magnificent Mekong River. All our accommodations have been meticulously designed, blending minimalist furnishings with local Cambodian artifacts and fabrics, as well as evocative photographs of Cambodian life. Additionally, Balé provides highly trained butlers to attend to your every need.

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A culinary journey celebrating sustainability, flavor, and vibrant Cambodian tastes with our organic food concept. Experience the best organic selections.

What's Included

  • 3 plant ceremonies
  • 2-3 group workshops
  • 2 locally sourced breakfasts
  • Luxurious accommodation for 2-4 nights
  • Round-trip transportation from Phnom Penh airport to the retreat center
  • Complimentary tarot readings, biofeedback sessions, and acupuncture upon request

What's Not Included

  • Your flights
  • Accommodations before the retreat starts
  • Food other than breakfast, offered at a discounted 15%
  • Any additional personal travel or souvenir purchases

Customer Reviews

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Couldn't be happier!
This was my first plant medicine experience and I couldn’t have been happier choosing to do this in Cambodia. I travelled from Indonesia for it. I was a bit skeptical at first to be honest because I really wanted to start my plant medicine journey traditionally in South America somewhere but the way Eileen and her wonderful staff organized everything overcame the traditional methods I had researched over the years.

This experience was quite intimate as we only had 4 people doing the ceremony the first night and only me and my partner on the second ceremony and 3 shaman between us so we really got a lot of one on one guidance/attention. It didn’t feel like a factory of people, this was as good as it gets.

The setting itself was really nice. My partner and I stayed in a lovely bedroom with a kitchen and bathroom and we had everything we needed. The kitchen was pointless for us really because we were fed the best food by the incredible staff. Not having to worry about the food was great because leading up to the ceremony we had to follow the strict dieta so it was a real relief not having to worry about what we could eat. The only thing we used was the refrigerator and that was only to store our water.

Eileen, Raksmey and Harley (shamans) each had something unique to bring to the table during these intense ceremonies. Personally it was really nice that the shamans were all female because the experience is such a vulnerable thing to do and having the comfort of woman there to help deal with deep emotions made me feel like I could really allow myself to let go and embrace the medicine.

As tough as it was, I couldn’t recommend this anymore. I wish everyone in the world would/could do this. There was some real deep healing happening there. I can’t wait to go back and upgrade myself some more.

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An unforgettable experience
Somaya retreat was unforgettable! It exceeded all my expectations. I couldn’t ask for a better experience.

The homestay was perfect, a very peaceful place surrounded by nature on the river in Kampot.

The staff were amazing. They were great at communicating before we even arrived, assisting us with all our inquiries in a timely manner, and making sure our journey was running smoothly until we arrived. We got a warm welcome when we finally arrived, followed by a delicious home cooked meal. Everyone was kind and caring, making us feel very comfortable during our first experience with the plant medicine. They guided us through the ceremony, and made it a safe place to explore ourselves. I learned so much from our shaman, as she spent a lot of time with us one on one. Not only during the ceremony, but also before and after. The other facilitators were also really inspiring and shared a lot of knowledge and wisdom with us. I am really grateful for this experience, and I’d love to come back again to learn and grow. I highly recommend Somaya!

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A Kaleidoscope Story
Diagnosed with complex post-traumatic stress I have been through many therapists and therapy methods over the last years and nothing seems to help me. I started to be open to other ways, since traditional health care, as a paradox made me even more mentally ill.

As an alternative medicine, my trauma IMDR therapist recommended Ayahuasca as a last try. When I was planning a trip to Cambodia, I found Somaya retreat and booked a stay 3 days in Kampot close to a cave at a spiritual place in total harmony with nature.

Back in my daily life and past trauma in Sweden, the present feels new. For sure something happened in my brain, the whole system, since my sessions with Eileen and her team of spiritual sisters. I feel a lot more grounded in Mother Earth and in harmony with time and space after my Ayahuasca experience with Somaya. Not stuck in a neurobiological loop, caused by traumas that became a part of your personality and hard limited life.

It can most simply be described as a kaleidoscope. The same grains of sand in all colours, with the wine of the soul, shook up my inner image (so far) and in one turn formed a new pattern. A new image of myself, and my history, which express my existence in a completely different way. It has dissolved old structures and has helped me to move on, with a new picture of the present.

The Ayahuasca ceremonies, professionally managed by Eileen, made my heart to the weight of a feather. In this spiritual place, dark and deep emotions were released, which turned out to be lighter and a new tool to understand myself - for the better.

A life-changing experience deeply connected to the universe, with a spiritual team. This retreat is the one!



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Massive transformation
I had a big shift in my emotional healing on my retreat with Somaya.
The plant Medicine & the expert guidance of the 2 healers has completely changed me for the better & I've released some major negative trauma.
It's hard to put into words what I actually went through but I am a changed man & now I can start to live properly.
Eileen & Asmita genuinely cared about my healing & lovingly guided me through the ceremonies.
The facilities & food were also amazing & the side activities were fun & casual.
I would totally recommend Somaya to everyone who wants to fast track their healing.
It was totally life changing for me.