Bufo Alvarius Ceremony near Barcelona

5.001 review

Up to 12 in group

Open Dates

Retreat Highlights

2 days and 1 night surrounded by nature, near Barcelona
Small group of maximum 12 participants
Personalized preparation with traditional plants, according to individual suitability
Bufo Alvarius ceremony in the afternoon
Overnight accommodation included
Breakfast and closing integration circle
Individual screening before participation

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Virginie

Virginie is the founder of Casa Oraya and facilitates intimate retreats centred on plant medicine, presence, body awareness and human connection. Her role begins before the retreat through an individual conversation with each participant, allowing her to understand their intentions, previous experiences, health situation and any particular needs. During the retreat, Virginie remains present throughout the experience, offering individual guidance, grounding practices, sharing circles and reflective workshops. For some participants — particularly women and those approaching plant medicine for the first time — having a continuous feminine presence within the facilitation team brings an additional sense of trust and ease. Her approach is not to interpret the experience for another person or to push participants toward a particular understanding. During the retreat, the emphasis remains on presence: experiencing the body, the senses, emotions, memories, images, resistance, silence and whatever may arise as fully as possible. At the same time, Virginie helps participants prepare for the integration that will continue after the retreat. Through carefully guided questions and workshops, she invites them to explore different dimensions of what has been experienced — somatic, psychological, physiological, philosophical, spiritual and symbolic — without reducing the experience to a single explanation. The intention is not to understand everything immediately, but to begin creating reference points that can later help each person integrate the experience into everyday life. After the retreat, Virginie offers practical integration tools and encourages participants to continue listening to what unfolds over time. When additional therapeutic or psychoanalytic support may be beneficial, she encourages them to work with an appropriately qualified professional. Her intention is to create a warm, honest and carefully held space where people can slow down, remain fully present to their experience and leave with meaningful tools to continue the work in their own lives.

Details of this retreat

A journey into yourself, surrounded by nature.

Just outside Barcelona, Casa Oraya invites you to a two-day, one-night retreat in a peaceful natural setting.

An intimate gathering of no more than 12 participants, with time for individual preparation, a Bufo Alvarius ceremony, overnight rest and a closing sharing circle.

At Casa Oraya, we believe that the way we approach an experience is just as important as the experience itself.

We invite you to leave the noise of everyday life behind and enter a place surrounded by nature, not far from Barcelona.

A place where you can slow down, reconnect with yourself and take the time to listen to what is happening within you.

We begin the morning with a welcoming space and individual preparation. Drawing on traditional plant practices, we offer different approaches according to each person's needs, physical condition and suitability.

There is no single preparation for everyone. Each person arrives with their own story, their own body and their own intentions.

In the afternoon, we gather for the Bufo Alvarius ceremony, with an emphasis on presence, respect and individual accompaniment.

Rather than returning immediately to everyday life, you will spend the night in this peaceful natural environment, allowing time for rest and reflection.

The following morning, we share breakfast and come together in a circle to express what we wish to share, listen to one another and begin integrating the experience.

At Casa Oraya, there is nothing to achieve, nothing to prove and no experience to force.

We simply invite you to come as you are.

Remember who you are.

Schedule

Day 1 — Preparation & Ceremony

Morning — Arrival and Preparation

Arrival and welcome at our retreat space surrounded by nature

Time to settle in and connect with the group

Individualized plant-based preparation, subject to health screening and informed consent

Time for quiet reflection and personal intention

Afternoon — Bufo Alvarius Ceremony

Bufo Alvarius ceremony, subject to individual eligibility

Personal accompaniment and time for rest

An evening in a peaceful natural environment

Overnight accommodation

Day 2 — Integration & Departure

Morning

Breakfast

Sharing and integration circle

Closing of the retreat

Departure

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Casa Oraya

Directions

Casa Oraya retreats take place in carefully selected natural settings across Catalonia. The exact venue may vary depending on the retreat date and will be shared with confirmed participants.

Before arrival, we provide detailed travel information, the exact address and driving directions. When the venue is accessible by train, pick-up from the nearest station is included and coordinated in advance.

For participants arriving at Barcelona Airport, Casa Oraya can help arrange a taxi to the venue. The taxi fare is not included and is paid by the participant.

Accommodation

Accommodation is simple and shared. Depending on the layout of the venue, participants may sleep in shared rooms or together in the ceremony space. Each participant has an individual 80 × 200 cm mattress and their own sleeping area. Bathrooms and communal spaces are shared. The group is limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Program Price

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Casa Oraya retreats take place in carefully selected natural settings across Catalonia. As the venue may vary depending on the retreat date, each location is chosen for its calm, privacy, connection with nature and suitability for intimate small-group retreats.

The spaces are simple, warm and welcoming, with room for ceremonies, shared meals, rest, contemplation and human connection. The exact venue, address and practical arrival information are shared with confirmed participants before the retreat.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Meals are simple, fresh and nourishing, prepared with care to support the rhythm of the ceremonies without feeling heavy. Two main vegetarian meals are served each day, with fresh fruit and light snacks available between meals. We use fresh, organic ingredients and favour local produce whenever possible. Vegan and gluten-free meals can be provided when requested in advance. Meal times and portions may be adjusted according to the ceremonial schedule and the needs of the group. Sharing food is also part of the retreat: a time to slow down, reconnect and gather naturally around the same table.

What's Included

Two-day retreat experience
One night of accommodation
Personalized preparation and suitable plant-based practices
Bufo Alvarius ceremony, subject to eligibility
Breakfast on the second day
Sharing and integration circle
Guidance and accompaniment throughout the retreat

What's Not Included

t Casa Oraya, we offer additional practices for those who wish to explore other forms of connection, relaxation and personal well-being.
Depending on individual needs, suitability and availability, participants may request:
Kambo (Sapo) — A traditional Amazonian practice requiring separate health screening.
Breathwork sessions — Guided breathing practices to explore body awareness and relaxation.
Flower Baths — Traditional plant and flower baths inspired by ancestral cleansing rituals.
Massage Treatments — Personalized bodywork to encourage relaxation and reconnection with the body.
These experiences are not included in the retreat price and must be arranged separately, subject to availability and individual suitability.

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Henri • Sep 25, 2026

5.0

Verified

Great experience

I felt very safe and comfortable during the three ceremonies with Virginie and her team. For my first experience with Ayahuasca, it was ideal, as I received the support I needed and felt a sense of mutual trust.
The setting, the surroundings, the music and everything around it felt very well chosen and fitting.
All in all, it is difficult to point to specific details, because it was such a complex and almost indescribable experience. But overall, the experience really convinced me. I’m very grateful that I got to have this unforgettable experience with the group, and I would definitely do it again with Virginie and recommend her to others.