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Experience of a lifetime!
After losing my son 2 years ago I have been on a healing journey which is what lead me to consider an ayahuasca retreat. After much research about the plant medicine I researched the many retreats around the world. I chose Arkana based on 2 things, one it was in Peru which I believe is the most sacred place on earth, and the reviews were all so positive.
I just returned a week ago from the Sacred Valley retreat. Just the ride from the hotel in Cusco with Bob and the 7 others that were attending made me feel like I made the right choice right away. My experience was life changing. As I walked thru the doors to the retreat, I was immersed in the smell of Palo Santo, and greeted with song and celebration of colorful dancers and singers, complete with a baby Alpaca. The grounds are stunning with the Urubamba River rushing by. I was greeted by. Luke one of the facilitators, he was so kind and caring. The food as others have mentioned prepared by Socrates was out of this would! It was like it was prepared for a Michelin star restaurant. If I could give Arkana 10 stars I would, they see to ever detail to make it as authentic of an experience as you could want. I felt safe and cared for by everyone. I came back feeling the most peace and calm I have ever felt. My friends all say I look like a different person. I plan on returning for another retreat to continue on my healing journey. If you are considering an Ayahuasca retreat look no further. Others in the area charge upwards of $18,000 and the experience is not as safe and authentic. Arkana is a fair price for what they offer.
I just returned a week ago from the Sacred Valley retreat. Just the ride from the hotel in Cusco with Bob and the 7 others that were attending made me feel like I made the right choice right away. My experience was life changing. As I walked thru the doors to the retreat, I was immersed in the smell of Palo Santo, and greeted with song and celebration of colorful dancers and singers, complete with a baby Alpaca. The grounds are stunning with the Urubamba River rushing by. I was greeted by. Luke one of the facilitators, he was so kind and caring. The food as others have mentioned prepared by Socrates was out of this would! It was like it was prepared for a Michelin star restaurant. If I could give Arkana 10 stars I would, they see to ever detail to make it as authentic of an experience as you could want. I felt safe and cared for by everyone. I came back feeling the most peace and calm I have ever felt. My friends all say I look like a different person. I plan on returning for another retreat to continue on my healing journey. If you are considering an Ayahuasca retreat look no further. Others in the area charge upwards of $18,000 and the experience is not as safe and authentic. Arkana is a fair price for what they offer.