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5 Day Amazonian Medicine Retreat

Cloud's Staff Pick iconCloud's Staff Pick
Date May 29 - June 2, 2025
Center The Sentinel Kaslo, British Columbia

Brian says, "We spent 3 nights at the Sentinel and found it to be a remarkably peaceful and healing place. We came in tired and discouraged from the challenges being faced in our world at this time and found a space where we could rest." See more

From CAD $1,999 / 5 days
4.96
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Becoming the Alchemist: 8 day Ayahuasca Retreat + Cedar Master Plant Dieta on Bowen Island

Date June 24 - July 1, 2025
Center Athena Naia Bowen Island, British Columbia

Mary says, "I have enjoyed two retreats with Athena. The type of spiritual retreats that Athena guides you through are not for the faint of heart. If you are going to be guided you must know deeply in your heart you can trust your guide." See more

From $2,495 / 8 days
5.00
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Choosing the Retreat that’s Right For You

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Learn about the retreat center & ceremony facilitators

Go with the flow, but know who’s taking care of you. Ensure that you pick your perfect retreat by searching for the setting that aligns with your needs.

Understand the practical aspects of the retreat

Every transformation is a journey. Visualize the steps you’ll need to take before, during, and after the retreat so that the logistical part runs smoothly.

Ask Retreat Centers Questions Directly

Your comfort level is paramount for a safe and fruitful journey. If you feel drawn to a certain retreat, but the listing doesn’t provide all the information you need.

Feel free to inquire with the organizers or facilitators directly. The Contact option is available just under the Booking button on every listing.

Aside from getting the responses you need to put your mind at ease, opening a line of communication with those who will be taking care of you will enhance your intuition into whether you’ll be in good hands.

Another good way to get insight into details not mentioned in the listing is by checking the Review section — those who have already attended are best at pointing out the virtues and flaws.

Preparing for Aya Experience

Set an intention

Having a clear intention before the ceremony can make an incredible difference in how your experience unfolds.

Honor Aya with Respect

Maintaining psychophysical purity, or some form of dieta can go a long way in warding off unnecessary suffering once you drink.

Be Ready to Surrender

Make sure that your intentions are not actually your expectations. It’s in your best interest to let go of the illusion of control.

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Questions about Canada Ayahuasca

How long do ayahuasca effects last?

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The effects of ayahuasca typically unfold across distinct phases over 4-6 hours, though the full journey can last up to 8 hours for some people. Traditional Amazonian ceremonies usually begin in the evening and continue through the night, with the most intense period occurring 1-2 hours after drinking the medicine. The physical effects often start within 30 minutes, while the visionary phase commonly peaks between hours 2-4. After the main journey subsides, many experience a gentle "landing" period of 1-2 hours where insights continue to emerge. In traditional contexts, integration begins immediately after the ceremony and extends for days or weeks - this is considered an essential part of the medicine's work. Some retreat centers observe that certain participants may feel subtle energetic shifts for several days following a ceremony, though these are typically mild and manageable. Each person's experience with the medicine follows its own timing and rhythm. Traditional healers emphasize that the effects aren't limited to the ceremonial hours - rather, the ceremony opens a door through which healing and understanding continue to flow long after the acute effects have passed.