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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
Anonymous says, "This is a great place for great healing. The facilitators always made me feel comfortable and safe. If you are conceding going here I would highly recommend it." See more
$1,800
4.94
23-day Ayahuasca Vision Quest: Yachay Ñawi
Top Rated
September 3 - 25, 2025
Michael says, "I had a really wonderful experience on a 7 day Ayauasca retreat with Sinchi Runa. From the beatiful location in the countryside, to the delicious home cooked food served everyday the conditions were really perfect." See more
$4,150
/ 23 days
4.91
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
07 DAYS AYAHUASCA AND SAN PEDRO RETREAT, IQUITOS PERU
September 28 - October 4, 2025
Jesse says, "I met Mae during a Dieta down in Peru. I learned through first hand experience that psychic abilities are real, and Mae has a profound ability to tap into this mysterious space." See more
$950
/ 7 days
5.00
Sacred Ayahuasca Retreat with Arkawa in Maine
August 22 - 24, 2025
Joseph says, "Derek's team was tremendously well orchestrated, it was the safest and calmest nurturing space you could ever ask for. Love the tea lights and the freedom to grow and do for ourselves while the team always being available when something is too difficult." See more
From $800
/ 3 days
4.92
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
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
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
The Golden Timeline: 6-Day Ayahuasca Retreat
Deryk's Staff Pick
August 24 - 29, 2025
Michelle says, "I attended a two day retreat with Athena in 2018. Being in ceremony with Athena was such a blessing, she created the environment, and initiated a process that allowed me to dive deep within." See more
From $2,350
/ 6 days
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.