Journey into expanded awareness through sacred medicine traditions and expert-guided ceremonial spaces
brittany says, "i had an absolute beautiful experience with Psychonauta Foundation. from the people, to the location, to the medicine itself - everything about this experience was beautiful." See more
Jackson says, "I had an extremely moving and profound experience on my 7-day at Soltara. Everything about the container they provide for the guests is extremely conducive to a feeling of safety both physical and mental, and the facilitators are all extremely knowledgeable and supportive, especially for me as a first-timer." See more
Goran says, "The experience cannot be put in words in words. If you want to know who you are and why we are here, this is the best place to do it. Naisha and the team are absolutely amazing and the space is just filled with love from day one." See more
Tiffany says, "I attended the 7 day retreat at Arkana in the Sacred Valley and I can’t say enough beautiful things about the whole experience. I felt safe, understood, comfortable, and open from the moment I met Bob at the hotel to take us all there." See more
Anonymous says, "It was, without a doubt, the most meaningful experience I’ve had in my entire life. Calling it a mere “retreat” feels inadequate. This was a profound journey of healing, self-discovery, and renewal." See more
Anonymous says, "Woulter and Aleece were fantastic- professional, knowledgeable, kind, thoughtful, lovely people that we trusted from the outset. We were recommended them by a friend and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone seeking a psychedelic experience." See more
Morgan says, "This retreat will change your outlook and life for the better. The staff are so loving, friendly and helpful. The shaman is very wise and patient. They are so accommodating from the payment plans and transportation to and from the airport." See more
Reynaldo says, "It's a very special place , great location , great view . The staff was a bit disconnected from contact with the clients (no greeting upon arrival or breakfast)." See more
Anonymous says, "If you are looking for a luxury Mexican vacation while joining a large group of strangers for some ayahuasca ceremonies during which you are pressured to experience a “miracle,” Mexisoul isn’t the place for you." See more
Anonymous says, "Couldn´t have asked for a better facilitator. " 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.