Alma Emplumada

I am a solo female traveler from Austin, Texas. On a trip through Colombia, I participated in solo mushroom and bufo ceremonies at Alma Emplumada on back-to-back days, and the experience was transformative.

Amiel and Amitel Ivan are kind, welcoming, and beautiful souls. From the moment I booked until weeks afterward, they made me feel cared for. During my ceremonies, they played moving music that has stayed with me ever since. Their home is beautiful and warm, set in the majestic Santa Elena mountains outside Medellin. They have super cute dogs. They prepared amazing post-ceremony food that blew my mind. I felt so safe, welcome, and at home with them that I still miss them!

5 stars are not enough – I want to give a galaxy of stars to Amiel and Iván! :)

This has been one of the most intense experiences of my life so far. It was my first one with mushrooms. I picked the private retreat and highly recommend that, especially for the first time.

Amiel and Iván made me feel safe and seen from the beginning on. They are so caring and nice. The space is beautiful and I felt very comfortable.

Both Iván and Amiel have a strong intuition and sense for people. They knew what I needed before I even said it. We connected very well.

A wonderful surprise was how beautiful Amiel sings. He enhanced my experience a lot with his music. Everything was just so in sync and there were strong energies and a lot of love around.

To everyone who is debating if they shall try this mushroom ceremony or not: Don‘t get me wrong – an experience like this isn’t a walk in the park and it wasn‘t always easy. I cried a lot, I cleansed myself by throwing up, I even broke down once. But for me that was part of the individual process (no need to say that everyone has a totally different experience). I needed to be able to let go, trust and stay strong in moments that are difficult. But it was soooo worth it. So when in doubt: Do it!

What I‘ve seen during the experience was totally not what I had expected (if I have expected anything) but it was what the medicine wanted me to see and so I embrace it fully and will try to integrate it as well as possible.

Amiel and Iván, as you already know, I am so grateful for this experience! Thank you so much for everything you’ve done and I hope our paths will cross again!

Much love
<3 Natalie

Words can barely do justice to the profound process I went through at Alma Emplumada. I came here feeling a strong pull toward the medicine, and it turned out to be a life-changing reset. Amiel and Amitiel created a safe, warm, and musical environment that allowed me to face a 'pit of despair' and emerge into a cradling, warm light. I left with a deep understanding of the 'universal program' and a newfound, tender perspective on my family. If you are looking for a place where you aren't just a number but are treated like family in a sacred space, this is it. Deeply grateful.

It was a wonderful experience being part of the ceremony. The hut in the middle of nature created a peaceful and safe atmosphere. Amiel led the ceremony with great dedication and love. It helped me start healing and I have felt much better since then. I am deeply grateful for this experience and look forward to the next time.

Amiel and Evan are fantastic. They will make you feel very comfortable and ready for your journey as well as walking with you through the entire experience. Highly recommend listening to their before recommendations. The place is easy to find and the house is very warm and welcoming.