"Iâm so glad I did this. It was exactly what I needed to get out of this negative space Iâve been stuck in for too long. Iâm forever grateful and canât wait to return in the future one day. Thank you!!!"
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"Deciding to attend a retreat at Reunion was one of the BEST decisions I have made. Not only are the grounds beautiful and make it easy to sink into the place but the contributors and facilitators take excellent care of their guests on every level. There is so much intention behind everything they do at Reunion and the environment is set up for you to do the work you come here to do. It matters to me that they are a non-profit organization and are investing not only in this home they have created but within the medicine community as well. My trust was deepened in their team throughout the week and I can honestly say it was a deeply transformative experience. If this is something you've wanted to explore, look no further - sign up for a discovery call to have any of your questions answered and register. You are worth it."
"July 2023, I left on Day 4 of my 11-day retreat after surviving the most frightening night of my life.
In the second ceremony, the Shaman doubled my dose from the night before. I knew I was in trouble because I heard my higher self clearly say, that if I didnât get out, I would die. Physically I was having trouble breathing, I was too hot, my mouth was too dry. I was dehydrated. They told us to stop drinking at 3 pm and it was well past 8 pm, around 90 degrees with what felt like, 100% humidity.
I called Gigi over and told her I needed help getting out, but she tried to talk me into staying even though earlier they said we could leave. I knew I needed out, so I called Aum over. I couldnât walk by myself.
He and someone else helped me out, I could barely walk and then collapsed outside the building. They surrounded me and I begged them to give me space, as I couldnât breathe. They also blew essential oils in my face which I told them I didnât consent to as I couldnât breathe! I begged for a doctor, and they offered the sweet man who was a doctor in acupuncture, but I asked for a medical doctor. Pandorita is too remote and couldnât get medical help for me. I begged them to call my emergency contact, which they didnât because they didnât have his number on file.
So I knelt in the grass, falling in and out of consciousness because they had given me too much of the âmedicine.â I begged them to keep the ants from biting me because I couldnât brush them off my body myself.
They didnât give me first aid other than Aum checking my pulse. They didnât offer coconut water to rehydrate me or even walk me to the showers to cool me down. I wanted an oxygen mask and a saline drip, and of course, they didnât have that.
I was just there suffering, struggling to breathe, hoping I wouldnât die.
5 am the next morning, not remembering how I got there, I woke up in my bed, alone, still high. I slowly struggled to get to the bathroom which was about 100 yards from the campsite. Then made my way down to the kitchen, through WIFI, and called my emergency contact. He coached me how to take care of myself. Get water. Find food to raise my blood sugar.
Afterward, I finally had the strength to make my way up the hill to where Gigi, Aum, and Montserrat slept. I was beyond angry. I wouldnât go inside. I expected that I would be kept safe, not that I would have to beg for them to take care of me while they tried to intuit how to help.
Never ONCE did they think that I might be having a medical emergency. And they were high, too. Although Aum claimed he hadnât partaken. Gigi admittedly did.
I never had asthma before, but I have had it ever since, and only recently when after months of having a cough that wouldnât go away, I went to a specialist who confirmed that the ceremony with the ayahuasca plus tobacco was the initial triggering event.
My lungs may be forever damaged.
And never mind the mental damage of doing such strong psychedelics and then having to leave in the way I did without anyone to process it with me. I was so lost when I came back to the United States.
And Pandorita did not offer a refund. They paid for one night in a hotel in Santa Jimenez and the difference in changing my flights. Marcoâs words still echo in my ears, âYou were the one who wanted to do ayahuasca.â I was. I did, I had for years since I heard what a remarkable and healing experience it was. I did all my research much like anyone who is reading my review.
I expected that I would be safe and I was not. Nothing that I experienced was what I had read about. And I am sad about it all. I wanted it to be great, and I nearly lost my life.
Ayahuasca is unregulated. There is no legal recourse. There are no safety standards. And if you have a bad experience, thereâs a lot of victim blaming and shame associated surrounding your negative experience. Everyone talks about their great experiences, but youâre pretty much shamed into silence if you donât have a good one.
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"I recently had the opportunity to participate in an ayahuasca retreat at Reunion, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. For those who have felt âthe callâ as they say, and / or seeking guidance on where to embark on this profound journey, I wholeheartedly recommend Reunion as your plant medicine retreat destination. As a first-time participant and solo traveler, I naturally had some apprehensions about safety and the overall experience. However, from the moment I arrived, those concerns vanished. The tranquility and beauty of the surroundings immediately put me at ease.
Every aspect of the retreat has been meticulously planned, ensuring a sense of genuine care and support throughout the entire process. The facilitators and shamans prioritize the well-being and safety of each participant, allowing for a deeply transformative experience. Additionally, the culinary offerings were both fresh and delicious, complementing the serene atmosphere of the retreat. The accommodations were spacious, clean, and comfortable.
I enjoyed the daily movement classes, which added an extra dimension to the holistic experience. There is a nurse available on-site and a range of amenities including a spa, and a fully equipped gym. Reunion truly caters to every aspect of well-being. As I reflect on my time there, I eagerly anticipate returning in the future to continue my journey of self-discovery."
"Thank you Neils and Frankie, and beautiful soul Kitty! And thank you my wonderful friend El who recommended this fantastic life changing journey.
I am in my late 50's and had not researched much as I trusted the recommendation. I went with my friend whom I also trusted. I have learned that this is the BEST experience you could hope for as the guest and ceremony size is limited an intimate safe space is created. The Medicine is authentic and the Shaman truly special.
As I integrate back into my regular life, I have experienced such a profound shift in the experience of myself and how I interact with others. I am so grateful! I am a mental health professional so have been working with others and on my own healing journey for a lifetime. I truly wish I had known about and taken the leap 20 years ago.
I worked closely with Neils and Kitty and both have made such a profound impact on my life, as did the other participants I was so privileged to share the journey with. I don't know how Ayahuasca and the Shamas know what is specifically needed for each person BUT IT and THEY DO AND IT WORKS! Don't wait! face your fears and change your entire life experience for the better. "
"Joe was a fantastic guide for the psilocybin retreat that I attended. He was warm, welcoming and engaging. He took time to spend with me one to one prior to the ceremony to allay any apprehensions that I might of had, explain the format, what to expect and generally put me at ease so I was as relaxed and open as I could be ahead of the ceremony. He was incredibly personable and I felt that I came away from the experience having made a new friend in Joe. I would definitely like to return to another of Acsauhaya's retreats with Joe maybe to experience an Ayahuasca ceremony next time. Thank you for being you Joe đ"
"I had been wanting to take part in a Psilocybin ceremony for a while so chose my retreat carefully and from the reviews that I read and what I saw written online about Acsauhaya I was confident that they were a credible organisation. I wasn't disappointed, they treated the whole process from booking to the retreat itself with utmost professionalism. The ceremony was an amazing experience which I really enjoyed and it left me with sense of connectedness with myself and everything around me. I would highly recommend Acsauhaya to anyone who is considering a psilocybin experince - they will will look after you with the utmost care and you will be sure to have a transformative experience. Namaste x"
"I just returned home after my second retreat with Soltara at Playa Blanca in Costa Rica. I did a ton of research starting over a year ago before I booked my first retreat with them in June 2023. It was an amazing experience, and I left knowing that I had more work to do and would be back. I scheduled my second retreat with them for April 2024 and it was the most healing and transformative experience of my life. The staff and the facilitators are top-tier. If you are looking for the perfect setting for your healing Ayahuasca journey, you have found it with Soltara. I cannot recommend them highly enough. They have amazing facilitators, staff, chef and food, yoga and rooms. The staff builds such a safe and intentional container for this important work. It makes ALL the difference. They also have after care support and other resources available for pre and post retreat. Which has been super helpful. Happy journeying "
"I've had experience with plant medicine before, and I wish now my first experiences had been at Reunion. The brilliant team there make you feel so supported and safe. Everything has been thought out in advance to give you the care you will need - from hydration drinks & electrolyte water at all times, to integration and embodiment sessions, to the wonderful facilities that help you feel immersed in the beauty of nature while having all the comfort of a luxury travel resort.
The shamans that lead our ceremonies were from Peru and obviously deeply cared and gave their heart and soul into making it a profound experience.
I'd recommend this to anybody who's nervous about trying but wants an authentic experience - the perfect blend of ancient tradition and modern care & support"
"Awesome."
"I took a great deal of time selecting the location and retreat centre I was going to do my healing with. From start to finish Soltara in Costa Rica stood out and delivered. Everything was simply incredible. The location, the food, the staff, the workers, the accommodations, everything. I look for to telling everyone about this place. Simply magical. Already looking forward to my return."
"Place is amazing"
"I've been to many different retreats with ayahuasca, and I can honestly say this was an expertly held container with incredible facilitators, maestros, well thought out schedule and venue. The details really matter, and safety really matters. Anam Cara did a amazing job all around. Francesca, Neils, and Kitty have a wide range of high level skills that really adds to the experience. Highly recommend"
"Anam Cara provided an incredibly spiritual, powerful and safe environment for working with the medicine. I came in with a very intentional purpose to release trauma and my PTSD and I got this and SO much more. The retreat center is beautiful, the ceremonies were intimate and meaningful, and the results so far have been profound. I will recommend Anam Cara and Niels and Franchesca to anyone on a journey for healing. As a side note the food was AMAZING!"
"I just concluded my third retreat with Anam Cara, Neilâs Poole & Francesca Barone - one as a guest, and two as a collaborator - and it is my greatest honor to work alongside them in this capacity.
Neilâs and Francesca are truly gifted in the medicine space. Not only do they curate an impeccable retreat experience, but they do so with complete integrity and deep knowledge and respect of the medicine, plant teachers, and the Shipibo tradition, melding ancient technologies with modern application.
Anam Cara is world class, and I wholeheartedly give them my full trust, deepest respect, and highest recommendation.
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"The whole week was so well thought out, Francesca has created such a safe space for exploration and healing. The food was so clean, nourishing and delicious. I canât say enough good things about Francesca she is amazing. "
"Due to certain circumstances in my life this opportunity presented itself to me. This is way outside my comfort zone but I just said F- it and went. I canât express how life changing the experience was. The deep human connection and shared energy was something Iâve never experienced before. The ceremonies can only be compared to religious experiences (Iâm not religious). The venue was incredible. Neilâs and Francesca created such a safe healing space with incredible nourishing food. I highly recommend the whole experience. "
"I can highly recommend doing a ceremony with Solete! She has the magic gift of creating a very warm and safe space that makes you feel welcome and taken care of. It was my and my boyfriendâs first time trying Ayahuasca so we were looking for a personal ceremony (rather than the more typical ones with 20-100 people) and it has been a true blessing that I stumbled upon Soleteâs profile. The experience with Solete and the medicine has been absolutely incredible. Her singing of the icaros really opened up the gates for me to experience the power of the medicine. She made both of us very comfortable in her magical home surrounded by nature.
If you are in doubt, this is your sign to go for it :-)
Thank you Solete for the fantastic work that you do. I truly hope that our paths will cross again â€ïž Warm hug!"
"My experience at Soltara was truly amazing. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, located on a private property in the jungles of Costa Rica. You will get the chance to connect to nature through walks on the beach, swimming in the ocean, hiking trails and being exposed to wildlife. The grounds crew and cleaning staff do an excellent job of keeping Soltara in immaculate condition. THE FOOD! Delicious, organic, healthy meals every day. So delicious! And for me, the most important part of the experience was the facilitators. They are were the most caring, compassionate, present, skilled, knowledgeable, beautiful people I have ever been around. I could go on and on with qualities they possess. Theyâve done the hard work to get there and it shows. I have immense gratitude and admiration for them. Words do not do this experience justice. You have to go through it to really know. If you feel the call, go for it! You wonât be disappointed. "
"This place is truly special. I am so grateful to have had my first experience of taking ayahuasca in such a loving, safe space. Everything from the facilitators, to the location, to the food, to the facilities, to the shamans creates the perfect sanctuary for healing. The staff and the medicine allowed me to recognise my power, release some of my deepest wounds and come back to my true self. I walked out the door of Reunion with a new sense of purpose and in an energy of infinite love. I couldn't have asked for anything more, thank you Brad and Reunion team!"
"I attended the 4 ceremony retreat in Playa Blanca and it was exceptional!
Great environment, knowledgeable facilitators, and yummy food. Highly recommend this life changing experience with Soltara."
"Compassion and a deep commitment to the healing process were evident in all aspects of the Soltara retreat I attended. So was the effort to support a highly individualized and deeply personal journey. I am so happy and grateful to have had the opportunity to attend a Soltara retreat."
"My experience at Soltara was wonderful. The staff, facilitators, accommodations, food, surroundings, and total experience was more than I expected. I wouldn't hesitate to come back again if given the opportunity. Thank you!"
"Keen attention to all the little details is what this new yoga retreat centre is all about. The care and consideration shows up in everything the team does to make your stay into an outstanding experience.
Nereus provides you with three amazing gluten free and super tasty meals every day, made from scratch and with so much love and care.
The grounds are peaceful, immaculate and well-tended - and located only moments from the crashing waves of the ocean and miles upon miles of beachfront sunrises.
The yoga shala is top rate - open to the beautiful surrounding jungle sounds but protected from the elements. It is a treat in itself.
And the yoga training and practices are just beyond exceptional. Michelle is incredibly talented and her love of the craft of yoga shines through all she does. She is the perfect compliment to the ownership team of Jen and Stuart. These three are making magic together.
Do yourself a favour and make the trek to the Osa Peninsula to deepen your practice and wrap yourself in the bliss and joy that is Nereus Retreats!"
"I came to SoulCentro with questions, and I left with answers. A profoundly powerful and life-changing experience. I feel immense gratitude to Elizabeth and Chor for sharing their open hearts, wise minds and deep commitment to Bwiti at this idyllic setting. I will always cherish my time with them at a pivotal time in my life. "
"Omg where do I start everything about the this retreat was breath taking! The people here were more than just helpers and assistants they were more like FAMILY! And their food and drink was just beautiful and delicious. All the activities they had made me feel great and their social circle really got everyone together made me feel like I was part of something really beautiful! Honestly they all pass the vibe check and Im definitely coming back with my sister and my cousins. Truthfully my whole family!!! đ"
"This was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. I donât want to taint anyoneâs experience with mine. Just know that you will be taken care of, and the return on the investment is more then any I have ever made elsewhere.
Blessings đ€"
"Absolutely amazing - super safe space, brilliant, caring & dedicated faciltiators, amazing maestros. Cannot recommend this highly enough if you are looking for an authentic and deep healing experience. We have done more than 30 ceremonies in different locations across Peru and Costa Rica and keep coming back to Soltara as our best experience. "
"Choosing to complete my RYT200 at Nereus Retreats was one of the best decisions Iâve made! As I reflect on the three weeks spent at Nereus, I canât help but have a huge smile on my face. This experience exceeded my expectations of what a teacher training could look like. The instruction, accommodations, location, staff, and overall vibes of this place are magical! This training gave me the necessary steps to start teaching yoga, while simultaneously leading me through a journey of growth, discovery, and connection.
Jen and Stuart are incredible hosts and will make sure you have all of your needs met during your stay. The food, cultivated through an Ayurvedic perspective, was equally nutritious and tasty. The family-style approach to meals allows you to put exactly what and how much food you want on your plate, offering a truly customizable experience. They also provide filtered water, coffee, and tea throughout the day! In any free time, we were able to enjoy the most breathtaking beach just steps away from the rooms, as well as a refreshing saltwater pool in the hub of the retreat center.
Our daily yoga practice in the beautiful shala was another unforgettable experience. Michelle fostered an open, inspiring, and authentic environment to practice yoga and prepare us for teaching. The yoga instruction was engaging, well-rounded, and empowering â I couldnât have asked for better. Overall, the RYT200 course was well-planned, all-encompassing, and adaptable to meet the needs of our group.
I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to come to Nereus Retreats, and I canât wait for the day Iâll be back. I learned more about yoga than I could have anticipated, underwent significant lifestyle changes, and created a number of life-long connections. Thank you, Nereus!! "
"THIS PLACE COULD NOT BE BETTER IN ALMOST ALL WAYS! Instead of leaving a review I'll just post my group message to my new lifelong friends that I posted on our WhatsApp group chat......
As I bid farewell to Costa Rica, my heart is overflowing with gratitude for the extraordinary journey we've shared. Looking back on our time at Soltara, I'm deeply moved by the truly transformative impact it's had on me. As I sit here on this plane, I can't help but feel a profound shift in my mindset and energyâa clear indication of the deep connections we've formed with both the plant medicine and each other.
Our diverse backgrounds melted away, revealing a genuine human family bound by our shared experiences and the incredible power of human connection. The memories we've etched into our collective experience will forever be etched in my heart, serving as a beautiful reminder of humanity's beauty and the strength found in coming together while experiencing the sacred medicine.
The Ayahuasca experience was truly profound, offering insights and revelations that touched the very core of my being. The melodies of the Icaros sung by our Maestros were incredibly moving, like whispers from another realm that resonated deep within us, unlocking hidden chambers of our consciousness. And the medicine itself, with its cosmic wisdom and healing properties, gently guided us on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening that I will always treasure
I want to express my deepest appreciation to each and every one of you for your kindness, support, and companionship on this cosmic journey we've embarked upon together. Through this experience, I've delved into the depths of my soul and its connection to the mysteries I may not fully comprehend, yet wholeheartedly believe in. The lessons learned and the love shared among us will always be woven into the fabric of my being.
As we part ways, please know that each of you holds a special place in my heart, and I am forever grateful for the precious gift of our time together. May our paths cross again, and may we continue to cherish and apply the wisdom bestowed upon us by Mother Ayahuasca, uplifting and inspiring ourselves and those around us on our unique journeys through life. With love and heartfelt gratitude, Stephen. đđżđ"