Journey into expanded awareness through sacred medicine traditions and expert-guided ceremonial spaces
Julie says, "I recently completed my 10 day ayahuasca retreat and master plant dieta with Psychonauta Foundation. It was an absolutely incredible experience, I would definitely recommend this foundation to any seeking a true ayahuasca medicine experience." See more
Oskar says, "Thank you Naysha! Your experience and loving heart made me both feel safe and loved, which in turn made me fully trust the process! Thank you, thank you, thank you! Sending you love <3" See more
Michele says, "Christina was amazing both holding the space for everyone and with me personally. She has a range of knowledge/tools that I have not encountered before. I immediately trusted her leadership (and that happened very infrequently in my life)." See more
Jevon says, "Arkana far exceed all of my expectations. This was the trip of a lifetime for me. I did a 3 week retreat at The Sacred Valley location. The food, facilities, staff, etc." See more
Blain says, "I can’t recommend this retreat enough. The staff is super attentive and the place is absolutely stunning. Everyone is so compassionate and caring. I was absolutely blown away by everyone involved." See more
Cristian says, "Attending the ayahuasca retreat hosted by Danilo and Ilse last weekend was one of the most profound and transformative experiences of my life. From the moment I arrived at their home, I felt a deep sense of safety and belonging." See more
Christopher says, "I came to the Cultivating Pride retreat hoping to continue my years long work to down regulate my nervous system after years in a high stress career combined with multiple life changes including divesting my business and ending a 20 year relationship, all of which had led to a decade of level 3 burnout." See more
Kenneth says, "I have attended several of these types of experiences in the past, but Elena made this experience so much more than the others. Her warmth, openness understanding, generosity." See more
Scott says, "Going to a different country on your own can be a challenging and overwhelming experience for anyone. With this retreat, I felt so comfortable and honored to be a part of it." See more
Lesley says, "Conscious Hub are so talented in what they do, holding space with deep compassion and love. They have a beautiful, warm and natural way of making you feel so supported and safe, guiding you gently through every step of the journey." See more
joseph says, "My partner and I could not have asked for a better 1st time experience! From the process of setting up the ceremony with Gabriel, all the information provided, all questions were answered clearly, the support, flexibility (as our flight was behind which made us late), to the space setting, energy, patience to make us feel welcomed and safe, to the time given to allow the medicine to work it's magic from start to finish." 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.