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
Nicholas says, "This five day retreat was everything and more. The retreat was nestled in the heart of the jungle near Montezuma. The staff treated eveyone with such care and hospitality." See more
Carlos says, "“Enjoy your breath” reads a neon sign at the Chilloca in Arkana Jungle, far deep in the Peruvian Amazon. If there ever was a moment I can identify, in which I began to fully understand the bliss of enjoying my breath, most certainly it started off with my first Sapo ceremony in Arkana, back in 2019." See more
Anonymous says, "When my best friend sent me a link, I was hesitant but felt called to attend an ayahuasca retreat. Man. The journey I went on was incredible. The facilitators did an amazing job of supporting us throughout the journey." See more
Anonymous says, "Humberto is a very special human with big, caring presence that made me feel safe and supported throughout my entire journey. He’s also a wonderful story teller and shared so much beautiful perspective for us to ponder." See more
Manuela says, "I highly recommend Taita Inti to both beginners and people who want to advance on their spiritual journey. This retreat was a true gift for me. 💛 🙏 Naysha is a warm-hearted curandera with beautiful energy." See more
Chiara says, "I really appreciated the retreat, from the staff very accommodating and friendly and everyone’s working here in service to the Divine. Plenty love of community felt here." 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.