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Bufo Alvarius 5meo dmt session in Playa del Carmen Mexico
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Bertalan says, "I’ve participated in a private ceremony. My guide Rene was super prepared, professional and he created a safe space for me which I really needed. I was amazed by the variety of instruments he used and his singing/chanting was something else, it set the tone for the whole ceremony." See more
$120
4.89
Changa. La medicina del amor (fechas flexibles)
Flexible Dates
Anonymous says, "Was really nice meeting Solete. She made me feel comfortable and explained everything in detail. Time spent with her after the ceremony talking was some of the highlights of my experience." See more
$200
5.00
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Arkana Amazon - 7 Day Ayahuasca Retreat
7 Days Package
Jiveny says, "I've done a few Aya retreats over the years and this one was was certainly top quality! The facilities are gorgeous, the staff were wonderful and the medicine was strong." See more
From $2,520
5.00
5-MEO DMT Bufo Alvarius Ceremony
Open Dates
Chandler says, "I had an amazing time at Espiral retreats working with Gary and Theo. Everything was tuned in to the highest degree, and offered everything we needed to have a safe, enjoyable, and transformative experience." See more
$250
5.00
Private Bufo Alvarius / 5-MeO-DMT Ceremony In Barcelona + Preparation & Integration Programs
Open Dates
Ionut says, "How to describe in words such a profound experience?! I won’t talk about the experience itself as it is to personal and intimate but i can talk about Isa and the great job that she does." See more
$870
5.00
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How much does a DMT retreat cost?
Based on current data, DMT/Xanga retreat experiences typically cost between USD $155-180 for a 2-day program, averaging USD $77-90 per day. These ceremonies are primarily offered in Mexico and Costa Rica, with relatively consistent pricing across locations. The experiences are generally structured as short immersions rather than extended retreats, focusing on the ceremonial session itself with supporting preparation and integration activities.
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Questions about DMT
Can you have ayahuasca without DMT?
Absolutely. In fact, it is consumed with low amounts or no DMT-containing admixtures in many Amazonian communities. This is quite common for more communal ceremonies, as the DMT-rich brews can be overwhelming for non-shamanic members.
Also, the purging element of ayahuasca holds a much higher importance in some communities, where a weakly visionary but highly emetic version of the brew is drunk in public rituals for the cleansing of the body; the brew itself is endearingly referred to as la purga.
What are the main differences between 5-MeO-DMT and DMT?
5-MeO-DMT and DMT are quite different medicines, despite their similar names. Traditional DMT (N,N-DMT) creates rich, colorful visions filled with geometric patterns, entities, and detailed realms that shamans in the Amazon have worked with for millennia. The experience typically lasts 10-20 minutes when smoked. In contrast, 5-MeO-DMT, found in Bufo alvarius toad secretions and some plants, produces an immediate dissolution of self into pure consciousness - what many describe as "becoming one with the white light." It's generally a 15-30 minute journey that feels more like experiencing pure Source energy than entering a visionary realm.
The intensity and safety profiles differ substantially. 5-MeO-DMT is considered significantly more potent, often requiring only 5-7mg compared to 20-30mg for DMT. Due to its sheer power, 5-MeO demands extremely careful administration and has a higher risk profile. Traditional DMT, while still profound, tends to be more manageable for most people and has a longer history of ceremonial use, particularly in ayahuasca brews. Source
Their roles in traditional medicine reflect this contrast. DMT remains central to various Indigenous practices, especially in South America where it's revered as a teaching medicine that shows visions and insights. 5-MeO-DMT, though used by some Indigenous groups in Central America, has a more limited traditional context and is often approached more as a pure consciousness medicine rather than a visionary teacher plant. Modern practitioners typically treat them very differently - DMT ceremonies might involve icaros (sacred songs) and last hours, while 5-MeO sessions are usually brief and conducted in near silence.