Journey into expanded awareness through sacred medicine traditions and expert-guided ceremonial spaces
David says, "I want to thank Bonnie, and Nathan, and Embalia for their care and empathy and apologize for any stress and worry I may have caused. I was in the small percentage of people that had a "bad" journey and felt an intense need to leave after the third ceremony." See more
Matthew says, "Without a doubt, one of the best life experiences I've had to date. Beautiful location, lovely food, and the warmth of the staff makes you feel a sense of home away from home." See more
Anonymous says, "I have been to three Arkana retreats in the last 5 years and each one has been among the most transformative and magical times in my life. Everything about Arkana speaks to the medicine, from the accomodation to the food to the staff." See more
Petar says, "My gratefulness and Words are insufficient to describe Life changing Ayahuaska retreat experience with Naisha and Taita Inti team of supporting voluntaries Thanks to all of You from deepest Hart and Soul." See more
Matthew says, "The retreat was an outstanding experience, not just for the psilocybin ceremonies but for the community, breathwork, and meditation that made it so much more than that." See more
Michael says, "Liberty was a great guide on this process. This was truly one of the most profound experiences of my life." See more
Anonymous says, "Fantastic retreat. Mark, Maya and the workers clearly know what they are doing and do it with care and attention. A safe, supportive and considerate space to explore psychedelics " See more
Luke says, "This revealed so much about who I really am. Indescribable. And just the right doesage for a first timer, I felt at ease. Elena was so patient with me, allowed to do it in a slightly different way." See more
Psychedelic retreat costs typically range from USD $200-750 per day, with most programs lasting 5-8 days (total USD $1,600-4,500). Shorter 1-2 day private sessions generally cost USD $450-1,000, while premium or longer experiences (8-13 days) may range from USD $3,000-7,500. Location significantly affects pricing - retreats in Peru and Ecuador tend to be more affordable (USD $125-250/day), while Netherlands and Costa Rica programs often command higher prices (USD $400-1,150/day). Accommodation type greatly impacts cost, with shared/dormitory options offering savings of 30-50% compared to private rooms.
Classic psychedelics (like psilocybin mushrooms, LSD, ayahuasca, and mescaline) do not create physical dependence or addiction in the way substances like alcohol, opioids, or nicotine do. Most retreat participants find these medicines self-limiting—the profound, sometimes challenging experiences they produce naturally discourage frequent use. In traditional cultures where these plants have been used for centuries, they're typically approached with reverence and used ceremonially, not recreationally. That said, psychological attachment can form with any substance or experience that alters consciousness. At retreats, guests sometimes arrive with misconceptions about psychedelics being an easy "shortcut" to healing, only to discover these medicines often reveal what needs attention rather than instantly fixing it. The medicine itself rarely becomes problematic; the relationship with it might. What's most important isn't necessarily whether a substance can create dependency, but one's intention and the context of use. Many find these experiences so complete that they need significant integration time before feeling called to return.