2 Nights Ayahuasca Retreat Alicante

Dear family, it is with great gratitude that we invite you to this healing retreat with the traditional medicines of Ayahuasca, and Rapé (sacred tobacco).
The ceremony will be guided by Javier Marco Barba, PhD in Biodiversity and Evolutive Biology, and traditional doctor recognized by the Shipibo-Conibo community (Peru), together with Richard Kalmar and the team of psychotherapists of Asociación Cultural Inti.

Besides both of them you will have a whole team of people looking after a group. There will be live shamanic and medicine music. We use a number of different therapies to allow you to make the most of the dream like state of mother ayahuasca.

This is a conscious and loving encounter with yourself, with your body, with your lineage and your ancestral wisdom, to heal, balance, activate and mobilize energies and creatives, and thus unify our centers and the heart.
Objective: Connect with the earth and with the elements and the present through rituals, understandings, meditative exercises, body movement and group activation.

Embarking on an Ayahuasca journey at La Mezquita is an extraordinary and life-transforming opportunity that promises profound self-discovery, emotional healing, and personal evolution.

Ancient Traditions: Ayahuasca, known for its healing and visionary properties, has deep roots in the Amazonian rainforest. At La Mezquita, we uphold these ancient traditions, giving you the space to connect with Ayahuasca's timeless wisdom.

Integration for Growth: Our commitment extends beyond the ceremony itself. We offer guidance and support for integrating your Ayahuasca insights into your everyday life, enabling you to continue your path of personal growth long after your retreat ends.

Community Connection: La Mezquita's retreats bring together a community of kindred spirits who are all on a journey of self-discovery. Sharing your experiences and insights with fellow participants can be a profoundly enriching and unifying experience. Additionally to join the ceremony you need to be a member of the Asociación Cultural Into. A membership costs 20€ for one year.

Healing and Self-Exploration: Ayahuasca possesses the remarkable potential to help mend emotional scars, unveil insights into your life, and establish a profound connection with your true self. It stands as a potent catalyst for self-exploration and personal transformation.

Safety and Serenity: The safety and serenity of our participants are of paramount importance. La Mezquita provides a secure and nurturing environment, allowing you to focus on your inner journey with complete peace of mind.

Recommendations for antidepressant medication:
Any type of antidepressant or pharmaceutical medicine for pain, anxiety, or any other mental health problem are best to be avoided.
If you are taking SSRI (except fluoxetine), SPARI, SNRI, TCA or MAOI medication for depression this can considerably lessen the effects of the psychedelic experience. Depending on how long you have been taking these types of medicines you may need at least 21 days to detox from them for long term use, and a very minimum of 15 days for shorter term use. If you are taking fluoxetine (Prozac) you may need to taper and discontinue the consumption at least 6 weeks prior to the psychedelic experience.
In our experience attendees that have not rested from this medication can have less noticeable effects of psychedelics. Please consult with your doctor if you need to stop taking prescribed medication. We always encourage you to listen to your doctor or your mental health advisor, and ask for their best advice on how to taper down antidepressant medication. If you are taking any other kind of psychiatric medication, please consult your doctor beforehand.
Please, keep in mind that unfortunately, for safety reasons we cannot welcome you to the retreat if:
1) You have been diagnosed with an emotionally unstable (borderline) personality disorder.
2) You have an immediate personal or family history of psychosis (drug-induced psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolarity), and/or are taking antipsychotic medication.

For this reason we have a screening questionnaire and interview to get to know your motives, experience and most importantly your current state of mental and physical health.

Intoxicants and stimulants should be avoided, or at least significantly reduced. This includes: alcohol, drugs, stimulants...
For travel arrangements please expect to be here at 18:00.


Other recommendations
Take some time before and after the experience to get ready and reflect
Give yourself some time before and after the retreat, before flying home.