Journey into expanded awareness through sacred medicine traditions and expert-guided ceremonial spaces
Christine says, "Soltara exceeded expectations- the staff, the Shipibo Maestro’s, the beautiful medicine of Ayahuasca, accommodations and setting are perfect. Also the best food i have ever had on a retreat." See more
Stephanie says, "To call our week at Psychonauta the trip of a lifetime, would be an understatement. From the moment we hopped on the tuk tuk into the Amazon rainforest, we knew we were in for a ride! Monica was the first to greet us." See more
Petar says, "Naysha Silva Thanks for all you did, Thanks for all you are doing and Thanks for all you'll do. Good bless you. Deep grateful for Life changing experience you gave me." See more
Vivekanand says, "I recently visited the Arkana Spiritual Center Retreat in the Amazon, Peru — and it was a truly transformative experience. Having done shorter two-day retreats in the U." See more
VANESSA says, "There are very few people in life who carry a presence so grounded, strong, and spiritually aligned that you feel safe the moment they enter the room. Humberto is one of those rare souls." See more
Nicol says, "I cannot say enough about my experience at Ananda. From the moment I saw their website through to the very last minute of the retreat, Ananda provided an authentic and meaningful experience that was everything I was looking for and more." See more
Michael says, "Martin is an incredibly kind and open hearted person with deep knowledge of Plant Medicine, which he shares with passion and authenticity. His singing and instrument playing beautifully support the ceremonies, creating a powerful and safe atmosphere." See more
Anonymous says, "My experience at Acsuhaya was absolutely terrific! I was on the 3-day psilocybin retreat and it exceeded all of my expectations. The organizers were very good at making a calm and safe environment where we as participants (many of who it was their first psychadelic experience) felt safe and free to be part of the very personal ceremony." See more
Shaskia says, "I did a magic mushroom ceremony with Earth Awareness and I am still integrating the experience, the healing and the wisdom. What an incredible and authentic experience which I can't find words for." See more
Anonymous says, "I just had my first ceremonial experience with plant medicine conducted by master Tao. From the very first moment, I was received with unparalleled warmth, enveloped in an atmosphere of profound respect, care and rare sensitivity." See more
Mike says, "Over two years I searched for information on a safe, psychedelic experience. It included looking at a handful of companies. Odyssey stood out in the early stages because of the authentic, simple information provided." 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.