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Sacred plant medicine immersions: Transform through traditional Amazonian healing ceremonies and mindful plant dietas
Top Dieta Retreats
14 Day Ayahuasca Retreat & Master Plants Dieta in Peru
Best Seller
Open Dates
Sapphira says, "I’ve sat with a couple Shipibo and these two are by far my favorite. I did another dieta and I just didn’t resonate with the maestra as much as I did with Olinda." See more
$1,800
4.94
30 days Dieta with Master Plants, Ayhuasca and San Pedro, Iquitos Peru
Top Rated
November 1 - 30, 2025
Laura says, "I had my first reading with Mae before a retreat with TaitaInti. The meaning for the tarot-reading was, to help to set the intentions for the upcoming ceremonies." See more
From €1,800
/ 30 days
4.99
3 days Experience with Entheogens in Playa del Carmen Mexico
December 12 - 14, 2025
Anonymous says, "It was amazing, i found a new family ! Thanks a lot." See more
$1,000
/ 3 days
4.89
21 Day Ayahuasca and Master Plant Dieta
Open Dates
Alycia says, "My time at The Garden of Peace taught me more than I could have expected to learn, and I knew before I left that I would return again in the future. I cannot emphasize enough how BEAUTIFUL the energy of the land and the people who facilitate it are." See more
$2,200
4.81
7-Day Ayahuasca Retreat with Private Transportation to and from Quito Airport
October 18 - 24, 2025
Jaimey says, "I can’t say enough about Dr. Scott, the yachacks and all those who are responsible for running Sacha Wasi. A secluded, natural and primitive location, you’re surrounded by nature and its sounds." See more
$1,149
4.91
14 Day Plantas Maestras Dietas
14 Days Package
Craig says, "It is quite difficult to put into words my personal experience but what i can say it was everything i hoped for and more... Something that has definitely changed me for the better." See more
$1,700
5.00
1 Month Ayahuasca Retreat in Pucallpa Peru
30 Days Package
Aurie says, "Hello world, I was lucky enough to choose Mai Niti! I’ll keep it short The energy of the place is a 10 The staff are there for you Lucy’s familia is beautiful loving and caring The food is clean and easy to eat Lucy is the most incredible, powerful, caring and beautiful human on the planet If you ever get a chance to or thinking of a place to do a dieta or ayahuasca this is the place This place will always have a special place in my heart." See more
$2,800
4.89
Cacao Dieta
Flexible Dates
Julia says, "Wauw, what a nourishing place Amaruanka has to offer. I love Diana and Mattieu, the facilitators. They have a broad range of healing skills and are professional in their interaction." See more
$2,600
4.78
5 Day- Aya , Kambo, Sananga, Bobinsana Retreat
November 19 - 24, 2025
Linh says, "Kambo enables purification and detoxification of the whole body. Though it was intense but I knew I was safe in Rana Sagrada's hand!" See more
$1,040
/ 6 days
4.96
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How much does a Dieta retreat cost?
Dieta retreat prices typically range between USD $600-2,600, with most falling around USD $1,500-2,200 for 7-14 day programs. Daily rates generally run between USD $115-300, depending on location, accommodations, and program inclusions. Peruvian retreats tend to offer better value, while European and North American options command premium prices. Shorter dietas (1-3 days) may cost USD $500-800 total, while extended experiences (3+ weeks) usually provide better daily value though higher overall investment. Some centers differentiate pricing based on accommodation type, offering both budget-friendly communal options and private rooms at higher rates.
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Questions about Dieta
Is the ayahuasca dieta really necessary?
The period of abstaining from salt, red meats, heavily processed foods, sweets, alcohol, narcotics, and sexual activity, as well as avoiding stress, screen time, and other distractions from intention-fostering is derived from the dietas that Amazonian shamans in training follow in order to acquire their abilities and perform healing and magic.
In practice, a strict dieta is not absolutely necessary for a fruitful ayahuasca experience for common folk. In fact, many people have gone into ceremony after not honoring any aspects of the dieta and suffered no adverse consequences.
However — it's easy to see that adhering to dieta recommendation for a few days is nothing if not beneficial for the prospective drinker. Above and beyond helping to clear out the mind and body from the immense amount of toxins we devour daily in a typical Western lifestyle, the dieta serves to institute stillness, energetic balance, and create space for reflecting and focusing on our intentions for the journey.
Taking these steps in the preparation process can go a long way to ensuring a smoother ceremony experience and more effective integration afterward. As such, it is highly advised to at least maintain a moderate abstinence from unhealthy sustenance in the days leading up to the ceremony.
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.