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🍄4 Day Psilocybin Retreat (2 Ceremonies + Therapeutic Support) | Portugal

Name: 🍄4 Day Psilocybin Retreat (2 Ceremonies + Therapeutic Support) | Portugal
Start: 2026-08-07
End: 2026-08-10
Location: The Lighthouse
Rating: 5

5.0064 reviews

Viseu, Portugal

Up to 6 in group

Aug 7 - 10, 2026

A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost

Retreat Highlights

🆓 All activities below are included, but you are free to join only what feels right for you in the moment.
🍄 2 Psilocybin Ceremonies held by a psychotherapist and an experienced plant medicine facilitator
🧠 2 One-on-One Psychotherapy Sessions - one before and one after the ceremony
🍫 1 Cacao Ceremony
🕊️ 1 Group Conversation / Workshop on acceptance and nature-based wisdom
🫁 1 Gentle Breathwork Session
🍴 All Meals Included (vegan / vegetarian)
😊 Small Group Setting (maximum of 6 participants)
🛏️ Accommodation in shared bedroom (maximum 3 people of the same sex per room) or private bedroom option
🌄 Peaceful Natural Setting surrounded by nature, with many quiet spots for reflection and solitude
🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️ Optional Nature Walk to a nearby waterfall or the Douro River, if time allows
🍊 Organic Fruits from the Property that you can pick directly from the trees
✴️ We offer a 45-minute one-on-one online guidance or grounding session after the retreat, should you feel it would be helpful.

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Isher

Luciana

Chuma

Isher

Hi, this is Isher. I'm particularly interested in working with people who have a history of depression, addiction or people who are just looking take hold of their lives again. Anyone who's interested in exploring their inner urge to expand their consciousness without the fear of being judged will always have my full attention and loving respect. After living 30 years of my life living with recurring depression, a feeling of not belonging and a general sense of not knowing who i am or why i'm here, i decided it was time to do some serious work on myself and. I started meditating and it certainly helped with being able to witness myself and my behavioral patterns and moods. But why was i having these patterns and moods? What was underneath them? I came across a man called Dr Gabor Mate (An expert in trauma, addiction, stress and childhood development) around 8 years. This lead me to the use of plant medicines. First with Ayahuasca (which showed my the roots cause of my behavior patterns as well as helping me shed my mental and spiritual pollution that i felt society had installed in me. Then with San Pedro/Huachuma which i feel made me complete again and gave me my clear focus, mental strength and a purpose in life. I decided to focus mainly on working with San Pedro as i have so much respect for the gentle and patient nature of the medicine. I don't claim to be a shaman like in the South America traditional sense. I totally respect the shamanic ways and have work and journeyed with Shamans, but I feel this tradition is a sacred one that is so often exploited and by westerners. Shamanic ceremonies should only be conducted by genuine shamans of which they are few a far between in my experience. I also feel that experiencing your journey with loving support and with as little distractions or interference as possible gives the participants the deepest and most transformational experience. I'm descried as being a gentle giant and a big open heart. I offer plenty experience working with medicines as well as safety and protection. I'm originally from the UK but now living in Portugal where we have the perfect location to truly work with this medicine at it's best. I strongly believe in everyone's individual reality, and that everything is just how it's supposed to be. I feel that we should try our best to embrace our fears and emotions, not run away or drown in to them and we should always show gratitude to the human experience. Life and awareness truly is a blessing. Blessing on your travels Isher

Luciana

Hi, I’m Luciana. I hold a deep sense of knowing that healing is not about fixing what is broken, but rememberingthat nothing ever was. I am a trained Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapist, and my work is rooted in the belief that nature is our essential teacher. When we stop fighting our emotions, thoughts, and inner contradictions, clarity and dignity begin to emerge. Self compassion is not something we add on top of the experience. It grows naturally when we understand why we feel what we feel. My own path has been shaped by years of inner exploration, therapeutic training, and lived experience. Alongside my clinical work, I have spent many years exploring plant medicine, both personally and in retreat settings, as well as a wide range of contemplative and healing practices. These experiences taught me that insight alone is not enough. What truly matters is how experiences are held, prepared for, and integrated into daily life. I do not identify as a shaman, and I do not borrow traditions that are not mine. I approach plant medicine with respect, humility, and clear boundaries, always emphasizing choice, safety, and integration. I see medicine as a support for awareness, not as something that heals for us. People often describe my presence as joyful, grounded, and non judgmental. In my retreats, there is space for silence, emotion, rest, and reflection, deep conversations, without pressure to perform or transform. Nothing needs to be forced, achieved, or fixed. I work especially well with people who feel tired of fighting themselves, who experience strong inner tension or self judgment, and who are looking for a more humane way of meeting themselves. Thank you for being here. I look forward to walking alongside you, with care and respect, wherever your path leads.

Chuma

Chuma is the 2nd gentle giant (next to Isher) at The Lighthouse. Chuma is a master teacher in joy and authenticity. He will be in and around the house, so please be aware if you're allergic or afraid of dogs.

Details of this retreat

🍄Welcome Home!

Our 4-Day Psilocybin Retreat welcomes the wholeness of your humanity — the clarity and the confusion, the ease and the discomfort, the parts that feel settled and the parts that feel unresolved. Here, your full human experience has a place, without pressure to perform or be someone other than who you are.

*Please contact us regarding availability before booking*

☯️ Our Approach

We place as much importance on preparation and grounding as on the psilocybin ceremonies themselves. Through individual psychotherapeutic support, meaningful conversations and workshops, shared meals, time in nature, and two carefully held ceremonies, the experience is designed to support what unfolds gently and what may continue long after the retreat ends.

Part of the perspective that informs our work is the sense that healing is not about fixing what is broken, but about returning and remembering that perhaps nothing ever was.

🧑🏽‍🤝‍👩 The Facilitators

The retreat is held by a certified psychotherapist (Luciana) and a highly experienced plant medicine facilitator (Isher). We do not call ourselves shamans or spiritual leaders; quite the opposite. We honor our humanity and approach this work with groundedness, while feeling well equipped to hold a space where you can feel comfortable enough to be yourself and explore your experience with safety, honesty and openness.

🏘️ The Venue

Held in a quiet and cozy house in the heart of the Douro Valley in Portugal, the retreat takes place on peaceful land surrounded by nature. As you walk the land, you will find many quiet & comfortable corners to slow down, be by yourself, and enjoy the simple experience of being held by nature.

The house itself is very comfortable & humble, creating a calm, home-like environment where safety, presence, and simplicity are central. The property offers fruit trees you can pick from, as well as pine groves with comfortable platforms nestled among the trees where you can sit, rest, or reflect.

✴️ Practicalities

• 3 Nights / 4 Days
• 2 Psilocybin Ceremonies
• 2 One-on-One Psychotherapy Sessions (Optional)
• 1 Cacao Ceremony (Optional)
• 1 Group Conversation / Workshop on acceptance and nature-based wisdom (Optional)

Languages spoken: English, Portuguese, and Spanish
Maximum of 6 participants to keep the space intimate and supportive
Accommodation in shared bedroom (maximum 3 people of the same sex per room) or private bedroom option
All meals included (vegan / vegetarian)

📑 Booking Process

***Please contact us for availability before booking.
***We deeply encourage a call (prior to booking) between participant & facilitator to make sure we have the right fit

After you book through Retreat Guru, we will send you an intake form.

• Fill out the form with care and detail
• Once we receive it, we will review your answers
• If everything looks appropriate, you will receive an email with payment details for the deposit (please check your spam folder)
• Your spot is confirmed only after the deposit has been received
• After confirmation, we will send you further information about preparing for the retreat
• We reserve the right to decline reservations if necessary. If this happens, you will receive a full refund

Schedule

🌿 Day 1 – Arrival & Settling In

Arrival and time to settle into the house and surrounding land
Orientation to the space and retreat rhythm
Gentle opening gathering
🧠 Optional 1-on-1 therapy session for those who would like support before the ceremony
🍽️ Shared meal & free time

🌿 Day 2 – Preparation & Ceremony

Mindful Cacao & Breakfast
🚶 Optional walk along the Douro River or visit to a nearby waterfall (if time allows)
🫁 Light breathwork
🍄 Psilocybin ceremony
🍽️ Shared meal & free time

🌿 Day 3 – Reflection & Second Ceremony

Mindful breakfast
🕊️ Acceptance & integration workshop / group conversation
🍄 Psilocybin ceremony
🍽️ Shared meal & free time

🌅 Day 4 – Closing & Departure

Breakfast
🧠 Optional 1-on-1 therapy session for those who would like support after the ceremony
Departure

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

The Lighthouse, Viseu, Portugal

Directions

We are a 45 min car drive from Porto airport and a 15 min cab journey to the train station followed by a 1 hour direct train ride which cost €8. Detailed instructions will be given when bookings are confirmed.

Accommodation

Rooms are private or shared with max. 3 to a room. Bathrooms are shared.

1 person in a shared bedroom (Same Sex)

Private room

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

We are located in the heart of the Douro Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty, just 50 km east of Porto (≈50 min by car / 60 min by train, ≈€45 by Uber/Bolt). The house sits on peaceful land surrounded by nature, with fruit trees you can pick from, pine groves, and comfortable wooden platforms where you can sit, rest, or reflect. As you walk the land, you’ll find many quiet corners to slow down, be alone, and take in the beauty of the valley in a simple yet comfortable setting.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

We will serve vegan or vegetarian meals.

What's Included

• 3 Nights / 4 Days Retreat Stay
• Accommodation in Shared bedroom (maximum 3 people of the same sex per room) or private room option. Bathrooms are shared.
• 2 Guided Psilocybin Ceremonies
• 2 One-on-One Psychotherapeutic Sessions (one before and one after the ceremony)
• 1 Gentle Breathwork Session
• Acceptance & Integration Workshop / Group Conversation
• Mindful Cacao Gathering
• All Meals Included (vegetarian / vegan)
• Optional Nature Walk to a nearby waterfall or along the Douro River (weather and time permitting)
• Pick-up from the Local Train Station
• Optional 45-minute Online Integration / Guidance Session after the retreat, if you feel additional support would be helpful.

What's Not Included

Airport pick-ups / Drop Off
Airfare
Visa (if applicable)
Travel Insurance

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Viktor • Oct 29, 2025

5.0

Verified

Couldn't have asked for more

Isher and Marijke accompanied by their beautiful dogs made my feel very safe and comfortable the whole retreat, from arriving until departure. You can really feel the soul of the retreat with its genuineness and authenticity. The location is absolutely breathtaking - the view, the house, the garden. Thanks for an unforgettable weekend.

Silje • Sep 20, 2025

5.0

Verified

Great place and people

I had a very good time in the Lighthouse. The guides are very genuine and grounded people and we had some great conversations. The place is so peaceful. I left there feeling very balanced and harmonic. I'd like to come back.

Bilal • Aug 26, 2025

5.0

Verified

Simply Amazing

Isher, Marijke, and Nancy went above and beyond to ensure we all had enriching and meaningful experiences. The residence is in a gorgeous location and the ceremonies were done with great care. Personally, I had a very moving experience and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of all 3 of them. It was an unforgettable time and I will cherish the experience far into the future.

Mateusz • Aug 20, 2025

5.0

Verified

5/5 - life-changing retreat with real breakthrough!

Attending the 4-day, 2-session San Pedro/Huachuma retreat at Lighthouse was nothing short of life-changing. Hosts Aisha and Maraika created a safe, nurturing space that guided me through profound breakthroughs and deep healing. Their wisdom, compassion, and expert facilitation made it possible for me to achieve a real transformation. If you're seeking real growth, this retreat is a must—highly recommend!

Danny • Jul 20, 2025

5.0

Verified

The Grandfather is Calling You

I spent a very productive few days here at the Lighthouse in Portugal with Isher and Marijke. They have created an ideal environment in which to take San Pedro. The nature of the medicine really blends with the nature of the valley and I felt I was able to commit to the experience. Thank you to Isher and Mijke for your support and encouragement. Also grateful to Chuma the dog for his positive energy! Step into the lighthouse, the grandfather is calling you.

🍄4 Day Psilocybin Retreat (2 Ceremonies + Therapeutic Support) | Portugal

Retreat Highlights

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Isher

Luciana

Chuma

Details of this retreat

Schedule

Getting Here

Directions

Accommodation

Venue & Amenities

Meals

Menu Types

What's Included

What's Not Included

Couldn't have asked for more

Great place and people

Simply Amazing

5/5 - life-changing retreat with real breakthrough!

The Grandfather is Calling You

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