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Top United States Ayahuasca Retreats
Sacred Ayahuasca Retreat with Arkawa in Maine
Top Rated
May 23 - 25, 2025
Anonymous says, "I have experienced Arkawa's music during my first Ayahuasca retreat with Pachamama Sanctuary. I chose that specific retreat because I was a bit afraid of my first experience and thought that having music around might be encouraging and soothing." See more
From $800
/ 3 days
4.91
Ayahuasca Ceremoines Michigan
May 30 - June 1, 2025
Natalia says, "I can't say enough thanks to the amazing crew that made this experience possible. The ceremony helped me work through deep trauma and helped me to reconnect to my spirituality." See more
From $1,200
/ 3 days
5.00
Transformative Ayahuasca Retreat in Colorado Springs
Last Chance
May 2 - 4, 2025
Karen says, "Abi & Milena are such kind and authentic people. From the moment we arrived, they ensured we felt comfortable and answered any and all questions we had. If there was any hesitation or fear along the way, they responded with kindness, patience, and empathy." See more
From $550
/ 3 days
5.00
Sacred Women's Retreat
May 16 - 18, 2025
Anonymous says, "Great retreat, the facilitators did an amazing job at holding space for us all. Definitely recommended!" See more
From $850
/ 3 days
5.00
Indigenous "Hawaiaka" Sacred Plant Ceremonies, Kona Coast
Open Dates
Anonymous says, "This was a very gentle and beautiful experience. Everything was clearly explained and it was a very safe place. The next day with Shaman Jack was really amazing." See more
$375
5.00
1-Night Candlelight Ceremony and Optional Vocal Opening Workshop
April 26 - 27, 2025
Sharmalee says, "Sacred Waters is AMAZING. I have attended 2 of their retreats now, and they have been the most beautiful and healing experiences of my life. I felt so cared for the entire time, and was able to do some very deep work because of the safe container they created." See more
$350
/ 2 days
5.00
Ayahuasca Psychedelic Coaching Session with Preparation & Integration Program
Open Dates
Online
Anonymous says, "René is a caring, experienced and very intelligent leader, and just the kind of person you want guiding you through a psycidelic experience, as well as making sure all your needs are taken care of during your stay." See more
€400
5.00
5 Day - Plant Medicine Retreat - Austin TX
June 4 - 8, 2025
Simon says, "For those of you who wish to try Ayuasca because you think it is a fun experience. I highly recommend you rethink it. For those of you who are doing the inner work and wish to accelerate, this is the right place! This retreat is a safe space for you to go through what comes up as part of your inner work for you." See more
$1,850
/ 5 days
5.00
Traumadelics- Post Ceremony Stress Disorder Therapy
Flexible Dates
Online
Karena says, "The retreat was the perfect environment for those seeking growth in a personal setting and in close contact with nature. The accommodations are welcoming, the facilitators knowledgeable and caring, and the participants are like-minded people that will be an integral part of your own healing process." See more
From $111
5.00
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Choosing the Retreat that’s Right For You
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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 United States Ayahuasca
How long do ayahuasca effects last?
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.