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Eleusinia 8-Day Psilocybin and DMT Retreat in Mexico- Psychedelic Enhanced Meditation Session
Best Seller
September 5 - 12, 2026
Evelene says, "I hardly know where to begin to describe my experience at Eleusinia. If you are serious about finding a solution to whatever ails you, this is the place! The term “facility” doesn’t do it justice; it's truly a home—a big, beautiful, cozy, and healing home where you feel safe and secure." See more
From $7,225
/ 8 days
4.98
Bufo Alvarius 5meo dmt session in Playa del Carmen Mexico
Top Rated
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Sarle' says, "Thank you for a beautiful flow~ and an aligned experience. As a trip sitter and guide, I appreciate how the session flowed. From investing in the experience, to being there and the energy that was cultivated from our brief exchange, sending gratitude." See more
$120
4.89
Changa. La medicina del amor (fechas flexibles)
Flexible Dates
Seenan says, "Shakti was very present, caring and authentic in serving me the medicine. Her practice is very devoted to the actual cause of the medicine and very authentic. Her experience and dedication shows in her work! i definitely recommend her if you are looking for a real blissful and healing experience! Must visit!" See more
$200
5.00
Xanga (tepeskohuite) experience (plant DMT) in Tulum
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Anonymous says, "This retreat was one of the most profound experiences of my life. I worked with Aurora mostly. She is amazingly intuitive. The food was wonderful and fresh. I loved the camp site with the Cenote for relaxing and spiritual cleansing." See more
$99
5.00
Natural DMT Ceremony Package- Portugal
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Liam says, "Param, along with friend and guide Elan, I cant thank you enough. Healing is a long journey, but one that has to start somewhere. I couldn’t believe how sad I was to leave, these people really do the work and know what they are talking about." See more
From $550
5.00
Bufo Alvarius Ceremony in Barcelona, Spain
Kerilyn 's Staff Pick
November 21, 2026
Anonymous says, "I have just returned from a 6 days men retreats with Avalon and am proud to share that Avalon is much more than a retreat, it's a home. Words cannot explain how amazing the team is each and every one, how beautifully perfect everything was organized and managed, how beautiful the place we were at was, how professional the team is by taking care of everything." See more
€359
/ 1 day
4.98
Arkana Amazon - 7 Day Ayahuasca Retreat
7 Days Package
Lindsay says, "My experience at this retreat was nothing short of wonderfully wild. I leave with an overwhelming sense of peace — my heart feels wide open, my mind sharper than ever, and my entire body, especially my nervous system, feels as though it’s been completely reset." See more
From $2,520
5.00
7 Day Psilocybin Retreat at an authentic Finca in Mexico
September 26 - October 2, 2026
Christina says, "I had a great experience at Mexisoul's ayahuasca retreat near Guadalajara. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, staff caring and very attentive to all needs, food was wholesome, fresh and well made." See more
From $2,200
/ 7 days
4.95
5-MeO-DMT + breathwork
Last Chance
August 29 - 30, 2026
Fredrik says, "It was truly a great experience to participate in this therapeutic activity. The organizer, the location and the accommodation were all top notch. I can really recommend Sanne as Ceremony lead to anyone; she brought safety and conveyed love to all participants." See more
€700
/ 2 days
5.00
Single 5-MeO-DMT / Bufo Alvarius Ceremony
August 28, 2026
Alan says, "After booking a place on the 5 day Ayahuasca/ Psilocybin/ San Pedro Retreat I had a lovely phone call with Rosa to discuss my intentions and for Rosa to tell me more about how the retreat works and to answer any questions I had." See more
€570
/ 1 day
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.