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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
Bart says, "I just came back from 6 days of ceremonies in Psychonauta. The venue is perfect to get detached from the pollution of the city with no distraction, your work with yourself starts even before you meet the plants or healers." See more
$1,800
4.94
Ayahuasca & Plant Medicine Treatment for Depression, PTSD, Trauma (1-3 months)
Top Rated
Flexible Dates
Jürg says, "It's been a bit more than a week since my first retreat at Sinchi Runa came to an end. What an experience! Going in I thought having a shaman or personnel around wouldn't be so important but boy did I learn better! The work everyone is putting in into this healing place is so beautiful." See more
$105
4.88
14 days Master Plant Dieta and Ayahuasca Ceremonies Tarapoto Peru
July 7 - 21, 2025
Sandra says, "I've been in 2 retreats with them and they're always the same: attentive, full of love, caring, fun... There's nothing to be afraid of if you're with them, cause they'll be with you during all the process, even when the retreat is finished, they'll be there." See more
$1,900
/ 15 days
5.00
Sacha Wasi Retreats - 3 Day / 2 Nights Weekend: Ayahuasca + Copy
May 16 - 18, 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
$475
/ 3 days
4.91
21 Day Ayahuasca and Master Plant Dieta
Open Dates
IDG says, "I have come to appreciate my first ayahuasca dieta at the Garden of Peace more and more as each year passes. As I experience the medicine with other groups, I realize how special and gifted Lara, Ashely & the Curanderos are here." See more
$2,200
4.81
Four Week Ayahuasca Healing Empowerment Course - $5850
Cameron's Staff Pick
July 13 - August 9, 2025
John says, "Don Ronor loves what he does and is truly looking out for your best interest. When I arrived to the center, I was a bit uneasy and uncertain in what to expect. Yet after sitting down with Don Ronor, I knew I was in good hands." See more
$5,850
/ 28 days
4.92
Becoming the Alchemist: 8 day Ayahuasca Retreat + Cedar Master Plant Dieta on Bowen Island
June 24 - July 1, 2025
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
Amazonian Retreat Center Rental in Peru
Open Dates
April says, "What an amazing land! I am somewhat a snob for good living, even though I can rough it pretty well and have no complaints for simplicity, but I didn't feel that way there at all." See more
$1,200
4.75
10-Day Sacred Bobinsana Dieta : Deep Healing Immersion Plant Medicine Retreat in the Spanish Forest
July 1 - 10, 2025
€2,100
/ 10 days
Traumadelics- Post Ceremony Stress Disorder Therapy
Flexible Dates
Online
Chris says, "Candice was wonderful and had insight into my life that was truly amazing.. I was blown away with her ability to see my problems and guide me on a forward path." See more
From $111
5.00
Top Dieta Retreat Centers
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.