Find Authentic Retreats in Tulum Mexico

"What an eye opening experience. I wasn't sure to expect. Coming here made all the difference. From the grounds, to the people helping around the property, to all the coordinators and facilitators that made this possible. Not only was this an amazing experience, but one that I will hold onto and remember for the rest of my life. THANK YOU for helping me with everything. Words can not begin to desribe the tranformative experience I partook in here. I will continue to use the tools in my day to day life. I plan on coming back in the future! "

"I think booking this retreat was one of the most smartest decision I made recently. I’m very thankful to Tapovan for providing such a great passage to ayahasca experience. He and his team made this retreat very well organized, safe, and interesting. They provided everything that was promised and expected. Food was awesome! If you’re looking to tap into ayahasca experience, look no more, these are the guys to go to ! "

"Thank You for providing this service and doing so in such a kind, supportive and meaningful way. And Thank You for doing it in a way to make it financially accessible to a broad range of people. "

"When my partner and I arrived there had been a miscommunication and the wrong room was booked. To not leave us dissatisfied dr alvarius was sure to make ammends by offering us a few things on the house which was a great gesture. As for the bufo and ceremony my partner and i had much anxiety about it but after meeting and talking to the facilitators we felt much relief. The faciliatators were warm and kind. Adrian and tiffany were fantastic. We would reccomend this place to anyone. Very safe and secure place."

"The mountain landscape is extremely beautiful. There is amazing food (I never knew vegetarian food could taste so good!) and very friendly and helpful staff. After the temazcal I truly feel I can make it through anything and also took a lot away from the breath-work and other workshops as well. The aya itself I can only describe as an experience that helps you look into yourself and love the people around you. Definitely a great experience."

"I write this review honestly from my perspective with love and gratitude and with some suggestions. First of all, thank you so much to my facilitators Mario and Jenny. They were the perfect guides along a most profound awakening journey. They held space for me in the most loving and kind way possible. The Kambo cleansed me and the bufo blew me open I simply cannot describe how profound this was for me and I'm eternally grateful. That being said, here is my honest review of the retreat package I purchased. It was not as described. The package is advertised as being an inclusive experience that includes two meals a day, a sound healing, and a sauna. Unfortunately, none of these were acknowledged or honored by the owner or hotel staff. When I brought this up, the hotel owner kindly gave me $700 pesos and recommended a few nearby restaurants. While this was appreciated, it only really covers one or two meals in Tulum. The Sauna was out of order, and there was not any invitations to schedule the sound healing. I would have appreciated more acknowledgement and hospitality. I think it is the responsibility of the hotel staff and owner to honor and acknowledge the retreat package and make sure everything is accounted for. The hotel itself is pretty nice. The room was clean and comfortable. The pool was cool and refreshing. However, the atmosphere was a bit chaotic. There was very loud construction happening the whole time I was there. Again, no acknowledgement of this and not any warning ahead of time. This made it more difficult to relax during my stay. I think that there could be an improvement in terms of communication, hospitality and accountability. Guests are entering into a very big moment in our lives when we go to take bufo for our first time and it is a big responsibility for the hotel staff to create a safe and welcoming space. I. Many ways, this was a perfect experience, and ultimately, I am very glad I did it. I do recommend to book your stay, just understand that it is not an inclusive retreat. It may be life changing, even if there are some areas of improvement. With love, Devan"

"First and foremost the space while in a busy part of Tulum is it's own little sanctuary of peace. The room was comfortable, clean and just the right temp. The communal bathrooms are also kept to a very high standard. Now the important part... The Kambo ceremony was much more rewarding than I expected. Having not known much about it, I was pleasantly surprised with the sense of calm and peace it brought me. The Bufo ceremony was a wild ride that I'm still unpacking a little less than two weeks later. This medicine and the facilitators changed my life in the most profound way. A complete shift has occurred, I was able to discard many negative traits and traumas in the days following the ceremony. Rebuilding into the best version of myself in all the best ways. The very first thing I recall saying after I woke from the medicine was "this is what peace feels like". Everyone should have access to this! The 3 hour cenote integration that followed was at the time a little overwhelming, however the tools and memories gained during this time have been invaluable with my long term integration. I would also highly recommend the sensory deprivation tank. I was not expecting to gain much from this but I probably processed and released some of the most traumatic events of my past during this session. This was and is the best thing I've ever done for myself in my 43 years on this earth. Do your soul a favor and go experience this medicine! James "

"Come with intention but not expectation. Come open and willing to explore your most inner world. It may be scary , but that may be the point. The setting is amazing . We had everything we needed. The experience opened up the world to me that I forgot existed :)) "

"I just came from a 6-day retreat at Ascension Journeyz and am still amazed at how transformational the experience was. Going into the retreat, I was both anxious about what the experience would be, but also extremely expectant, almost certain that the experience would not match what I had read, what I hoped, and what the results could be. My anxiety was unfounded. Tapovan, Carmen, Mano, and Barbara, along with everyone at the retreat, made the experience so welcoming, so serene, and so organized, that the anxious thoughts of what the Aya journeys would be like, never entered my mind. My expectations about the transformative nature of the journeys themselves were met and surpassed. The Medicine, Ayahuasca, itself is an extremely powerful and healing plant. However, what made the journeys so amazing were the set, settings, wisdom, caring, and community of the experience. It's impossible to convey the beauty of the music, the instruments, the voices, and the rhythms. The rituals add such an intense feeling of belonging that I always felt secure regardless of my personal Aya journey. And that is an important component of getting the most from the Medicine. There is a lot more to say about the two Aya ceremonies. Words cannot describe the beauty and its power though. A note on all the other healing activities that take place during the retreat, because they not only enhance the Aya journeys, they provide me with everyday practices that I can use to keep my transformation alive. Yoga, breathwork, ice bath, Temezcal, hiking into the mountains, meditation, and more. The entire retreat was so very well choreographed and organized, that it was hard to imagine that something truly spiritual was taking place. Finally, a note on the setting. The retreat is located in an amazingly beautiful mountain area, in the purported birthplace of the Aztec serpent god, Quetzalcoatl. The community that ran the retreat could not be kinder and more understanding of what we were trying to accomplish. Not an easy feat, given our goal of transformational healing. This is something that I certainly received with the help of Ayahuasca, the shamans and healers, other participants, the mountains, and the community. Thank you. "

"I had a good time doing the healing retreat hosted by Tapovan. I thought the entire retreat was well structured with several activities, in addition to the Ayahuasca ceremonies itself. Yoga, meditation and breathwork exercises taught by Tapovan were all super helpful and I'm planning to follow them in my day to day life. I wasn't entirely comfortable with Ayahuasca but I was still able to learn a lot about myself and have found many avenues to work on, post the retreat. Temazcal and ice bath were also incredibly enriching experiences. Overall, I think the retreat is well worth the money, given the plentiful activities in addition to Ayahuasca. Only word of caution for first time psychonauts like me: Ayahuasca is incredibly powerful and the experience is definitely not easy especially for a newcomer, so please proceed with caution. I would suggest trying shrooms before venturing into Ayahuasca. "

"What can really be said, you have to experience it for yourself, but for me it was life changing. the Bufo showed me a deep acceptance of myself and life and love, im still integrating what acceptance means for me, what conditions, fears and shame, have held me back from this acceptance, and its challenging work, but already i feel a peace and presence ive never felt before. The sanctuary is a sacred space and the facilatators hold and amazing space for transformation. it was an honour and im full of gratitude for this place and space to be able to grow and realize my true self. Thank thank, thank you thank you. john"

"Beyond words. Just go!"

"This was truly an amazing experience. The Kambo and Bufo experiences for both my partner and I were beyond words. Truly a very safe space for us to be comfortable with this vulnerable experience. Even when our nerves were high, Adrian helped ease both of us throughout the entire experience and made us both feel relaxed and comfortable to fully embrace it. We stayed for about 5 days, the hotel is the perfect place to relax, the staff was friendly and helpful, there’s a restaurant that is a part of the hotel which has great food and other places that are walking distance. Would highly recommend this retreat."

"Carla is great at her job. She is a caring and experienced Integrator. Was so fun to hang out with. Very skilled and intelligent. "

"Had an unbelievable experience with Mano. He is one of a kind. Very companionable and talented individual. "

"I don't know where to start. Thus man will always be a role model in my eyes. Patient and intelligent. Was a great instructor and facilitator. "

"Had an unbelievable experience. Was life changing and very inspiring. Learned many things and met some great lifelong friends. Wasn't sure at first if thus was my thing, but Topovan was great at teaching and pushing me past my comfort zone. So great. I would definitely recommend this"

"The retreat provide everything I was seeking from attending and more! Tapovan, Mano and Carla were exceptional human beings sharing their knowledge, spirituality and love, unconditionally! Both the Ayahuasca Ceremonies and the workshops provided me with amazing spiritual reconnections and a deepening relationship with Pachamama, Mother Earth. Mano, Tapovan and others played, sang and chanted amazing music all night long, until dawn, deepening our spiritual connections to Pachamama. The facility itself is community owned and managed, so that our presence was supporting the local community. It was also custom designed for Ayahuasca Ceremony's which was very helpful. The quality and quantity of the food was fabulous! First rate, delicious vegan and vegetarian dishes! Accommodations were adequate. This is a retreat center, not a luxury resort. Furnishing are sparce but adequate. I particularly liked that the buildings were made from thick adobe bricks which keep the interior cool during the warm days and then they radiated the heat they absorbed during the day back inside to warm the cool nights! All in all, a 5 Star + experience. I highly recommend it! Doug"

"The retreat from start to finish was an absolutely wonderful experience and very well thought out, planned and not to mention, the meals were delicious. This was my first experience with Ayuhuasca and I could not be happier i chose this centre! Tapovan, Carla and Mano are amazing guides whom each bring a wealth of knowledge, insights and most importantly, empathy - there is nothing more you could need! I went home feeling calm and at peace with myself and gained new tools and techniques to integrate into my daily life. "

"Carla showed us so many breathing and coping techniques that I can take home and do. She is super passionate about her work and it shows in her empathy and knowledge. She was a great addition to the retreat."

"I don't know what I was expecting but my first experience with a Shaman was amazing. Mano and his wife are just a joy to be around they are so warm and inviting. They really made my retreat even that much better. Their music and guidance was everything. "

"Tapovan is an amazing human. I am so glad that I had my first of this type of experience with his guidance. He made us always feel safe and secure and gave us so many tools to work with at home."

"The retreat was very well organized. The place was beautiful and peaceful, food was great. At all times I felt safe and supported to go on this journey. "

"I had a great time at this retreat. It's a good combination of relaxing place/atmosphere, beneficial yoga/breathwork sessions, and productive Ayahuasca ceremonies. Everyone has a different experience with aya, but I think it always has a positive effect though it may not always seem like it. I would definitely recommend this retreat. Even if you're not going through a tough time in life, this is a nice vacation with great people. If you are going through something, this will help you through."

"Let me just start by saying that I was extremely nervous about doing my first Aya retreat and Tapovan created a safe container where I felt safe enough to experience the medicine. My overall experience was great even though the trip wasn’t always pleasant. Mother aya is there to guide you on your journey so trust the process. The retreat itself was great and I felt like I was able to connect with a lot of the people there. Tapovan and the shaman and his wife were all amazing! I really enjoyed my experience at this retreat. Definitely recommend this retreat for anyone looking to do some healing work with Aya!"

"I attended the 6 days Ayahuasca retreat of Tapovan in Mexico.. the experience was amazingly beautiful and transformative, no words can explain it but I will do my best to describe how I felt about it. The villa was beautiful, spacious and clean with a beautiful pool backyard ,, surrounded by tropical trees where we did some of the meditation and yoga practice which helped us connect with nature and be even more mindful to our surroundings. When I arrived at the retreat, we got to meet everyone, and I could see that all of us were so much in need of healing including myself. I was on antidepressants and they helped me get off the medication few weeks before we met. The support I received from Tapovan and the Shaman was beyond anything that I can describe. Even the people who were at the retreat were very supportive, genuine and loving. We bonded in a way that is magical, as if we have know each other for a long time. Ayhuasca IS a magical medicine, it was a tough experience for me during the first ceremony , the second ceremony I was released from all my pain, traumas, fears and negative experiences. I have been on antidepressants for 3 years and nothing brought me back to life except this transformative experience. Tapovan has deep experience in meditation and he also gave us alot of tips to use during the ceremonies and also to apply it on our daily life. The food was delicious, light and fresh. The Shaman and his wife Barbara were so knowledgeable of the plant medicine, they played beautiful music and sang during the ceremonies which made the experience even more magical. I'm so grateful for this experience, it is like going to heaven for a week and then being released back again. I appreciate everything and everyone who made this happen. There has been alot of work and effort put into making this experience as great as it was. "

"I have nothing but praise for Tapovan Tamas, one of the amazing teachers that you will meat at this retreat. He will make you comfortable and give you guidance before the ayahuasca ceremony. Ultimately it's up to you, on how the whole experience goes. No one can tell you exactly what you will feel or how it is, because its different for every human. This medicine is taken to help heal or to get answers and you will receive both. You will Fall in love with the place, the food, the music and the atmosphere. These people are healers and teachers so expect a lot of love and a lot of healing from this experience! I trust you are strong enough to go through with it if you came so far and you are reading this. Good luck! You got this!"

"A wonderful experience the way I was treated was very professional but the most important aspect was the love and compassion that Dr Gerry and Kate had for me before and after the journey of the Toad. I feel different with a love for my self and others.After the trip you have a perspective of life and puspose in life. Different than you have before. I definitely recommend this medicine. "

"My primary (and only) purpose for attending this retreat was to try Ayahuascha to hopefully get the enlightenment and answers I was seeking. Unfortunately, the time in between was expected to be spent in poorly organized, cult-like activities that I found to be uncomfortable and not really helpful . I think the yoga was good, but some of the other classes involved a woman who seemed to discourage young women from using birth control. The vegetarian meals I expected, but it seemed that in the leaders' attempt to push their belief that "a little discomfort" was necessary, the food provided was not sufficient to sustain participants to go hours and hours without the nutrition they needed. The space was beautiful and relaxing, but I honestly felt like a hostage at times due to the leader not wanting us to go visit the nearby town, and then being treated like a naughty teenager who broke curfew upon return. Rules about this were not clear until after the fact. I believe this venue has potential, but it was far from being the relaxing and renewing experience I hoped for. *** CENTER RESPONSE BELOW *** Thank you very much for your valuable feedback. We take every suggestion as an opportunity to improve our offering. First of all, we are really sorry that your experience wasn't as expected. We made all the changes necessary to make sure it won't happen again. We updated the Information Sheet we send out to the participants so all the relevant information, prerequisites, and general code of conduct are clearly communicated and explained in detail before people sign up, so we leave no room for misunderstanding. We made changes to our schedule and replaced a couple of activities so the entire program fully supports one's journey of healing and self-discovery. We fine-tuned our menu also to be still in alignment with the general ayahuasca dieta yet give the body the nourishment it needs, however eating light food is necessary when taking ayahuasca. All the so-called 'rules' are in place for the benefit and safety of the participants which becomes apparent during the retreat but sometimes they create discomfort and resistance in the mind. We go to an ayahuasca retreat to overcome our triggers & shadows. It requires self-work and it is not always easy, but that is the path toward emotional healing."

"This was a top notch retreat which offers so much more to open and stretch you than just the medicine. Tapovan is a knowledgeable yoga, chi gong, and breathwork teacher as well as a caring facilitator.Carla offers thought- provoking workshops on inner child and shadow work as well as fabulous breath work sessions. Mano is a very gentle, and wise Shaman. The medicine journey is profound and the music adds so much to the experience. Incredibly talented musicians play medecine music during each ceremony that is pure love coming through healing sound vibration. That was my favorite part. The food is healthy and light vegetarian fare and lodging is clean and basic. Our group really bonded in the 6 days and felt like family by the end of the week. Highly recommend this retreat. You won’t be disappointed! "