Find Authentic Retreats in Tulum Mexico

"Thank You for providing this service and doing so in such a kind, supportive and meaningful way. And Thank You for doing it in a way to make it financially accessible to a broad range of people. "

"When my partner and I arrived there had been a miscommunication and the wrong room was booked. To not leave us dissatisfied dr alvarius was sure to make ammends by offering us a few things on the house which was a great gesture. As for the bufo and ceremony my partner and i had much anxiety about it but after meeting and talking to the facilitators we felt much relief. The faciliatators were warm and kind. Adrian and tiffany were fantastic. We would reccomend this place to anyone. Very safe and secure place."

"Marco's heart is pure and full of love. He is a strong and knowledge wisdom keeper. His powerful presence was incredibly fulfilling."

"This location is amazing. The thought and care put into this program by the owners and facilitators are top notch. Connection with the land, the food and its caretakers was just what I needed to refind my center. Forever in gratitude!"

"I had such an incredible experience at Casa Arkaana. I was looking to get back in touch with myself, open up, and heal. And I was able to do all of that and more gained a new family in the process. Asdru, Maya, and Marco were so amazing and planned the retreat with such care and intentionality. It was such a beautiful experience and one that I’m so glad I made the decision to go to. Not only did we try a variety of healing medicines, but also integrated jungle walks, cenotes, yoga, breath work, and amazing healthy and delicious meals. Just a great container for healing. I wasn’t sure what to expect when going to Casa Arkaana for their Ancestral Spirits retreat, and had reached out over email and then talked on the phone with them to be comfortable making the decision to go given the lack of reviews. Asdru, who lives on the property with his wife Maya and daughter, was so kind and comforting over the phone, and talked with me for over an hour answering all my questions. Once I arrived the veranda room was clean and nice accommodation, and they’ve built a beautiful common space to hang with the other guests during the retreat. Also anything I needed they were quick to provide and so helpful throughout. If you’re looking for a retreat where the hosts truly care and want to build a personal connection with them, this is the right one for you. 10/10 would do many times again! If you have a calling to do it, don’t think too much, just do it! You’re in great hands with Casa Arkaana."

"I write this review honestly from my perspective with love and gratitude and with some suggestions. First of all, thank you so much to my facilitators Mario and Jenny. They were the perfect guides along a most profound awakening journey. They held space for me in the most loving and kind way possible. The Kambo cleansed me and the bufo blew me open I simply cannot describe how profound this was for me and I'm eternally grateful. That being said, here is my honest review of the retreat package I purchased. It was not as described. The package is advertised as being an inclusive experience that includes two meals a day, a sound healing, and a sauna. Unfortunately, none of these were acknowledged or honored by the owner or hotel staff. When I brought this up, the hotel owner kindly gave me $700 pesos and recommended a few nearby restaurants. While this was appreciated, it only really covers one or two meals in Tulum. The Sauna was out of order, and there was not any invitations to schedule the sound healing. I would have appreciated more acknowledgement and hospitality. I think it is the responsibility of the hotel staff and owner to honor and acknowledge the retreat package and make sure everything is accounted for. The hotel itself is pretty nice. The room was clean and comfortable. The pool was cool and refreshing. However, the atmosphere was a bit chaotic. There was very loud construction happening the whole time I was there. Again, no acknowledgement of this and not any warning ahead of time. This made it more difficult to relax during my stay. I think that there could be an improvement in terms of communication, hospitality and accountability. Guests are entering into a very big moment in our lives when we go to take bufo for our first time and it is a big responsibility for the hotel staff to create a safe and welcoming space. I. Many ways, this was a perfect experience, and ultimately, I am very glad I did it. I do recommend to book your stay, just understand that it is not an inclusive retreat. It may be life changing, even if there are some areas of improvement. With love, Devan"

"First and foremost the space while in a busy part of Tulum is it's own little sanctuary of peace. The room was comfortable, clean and just the right temp. The communal bathrooms are also kept to a very high standard. Now the important part... The Kambo ceremony was much more rewarding than I expected. Having not known much about it, I was pleasantly surprised with the sense of calm and peace it brought me. The Bufo ceremony was a wild ride that I'm still unpacking a little less than two weeks later. This medicine and the facilitators changed my life in the most profound way. A complete shift has occurred, I was able to discard many negative traits and traumas in the days following the ceremony. Rebuilding into the best version of myself in all the best ways. The very first thing I recall saying after I woke from the medicine was "this is what peace feels like". Everyone should have access to this! The 3 hour cenote integration that followed was at the time a little overwhelming, however the tools and memories gained during this time have been invaluable with my long term integration. I would also highly recommend the sensory deprivation tank. I was not expecting to gain much from this but I probably processed and released some of the most traumatic events of my past during this session. This was and is the best thing I've ever done for myself in my 43 years on this earth. Do your soul a favor and go experience this medicine! James "

"I can say everything is structured better than I imagined from my perspective. Everyone I met there are from different walks of life and we were all there to intake the medicine and work through whatever it was the medicine was bringing to the surface. Asdrubal and Maja were very informative on any questions I had, since this was my first dieta and first time with mama ayahuasca. Its a very safe location as well so there was no need to ever worry during my stay. The location is in the jungle as well so I had the opportunity to reconnect with nature as well as reset my circadian rhythm. Its been about 3 weeks since I was there last and I receive downloads still from the medicine, yet anything I need help understanding I know I can reach out to Asdrubal and Maja since we stayed in contact with each other. There were times where I was stuck processing what I had experienced in the ceremonies the night before and Maja would come up to me and ask me about it afterwards so we could decipher what some of the messages meant and that was very helpful in getting me out of my own head and realizing how to take action on the message. I never had to worry about my eating while I was there as they had already taken out what would've been counterintuitive for the medicine or the master plants that we were introduced to. I worked through a lot while I was there and its definitely been for the better; I am looking forward to going back again and I would definitely recommend Casa Arkaana to anyone from seasoned drinkers to new drinkers. Drinkers of mama ayahuasca of course. Everyone there except for another dietera was experienced and they explained the comparisons of other retreats with Casa Arkaana and I can confidently say I made the right decision. "

"What can really be said, you have to experience it for yourself, but for me it was life changing. the Bufo showed me a deep acceptance of myself and life and love, im still integrating what acceptance means for me, what conditions, fears and shame, have held me back from this acceptance, and its challenging work, but already i feel a peace and presence ive never felt before. The sanctuary is a sacred space and the facilatators hold and amazing space for transformation. it was an honour and im full of gratitude for this place and space to be able to grow and realize my true self. Thank thank, thank you thank you. john"

"Beyond words. Just go!"

"This was truly an amazing experience. The Kambo and Bufo experiences for both my partner and I were beyond words. Truly a very safe space for us to be comfortable with this vulnerable experience. Even when our nerves were high, Adrian helped ease both of us throughout the entire experience and made us both feel relaxed and comfortable to fully embrace it. We stayed for about 5 days, the hotel is the perfect place to relax, the staff was friendly and helpful, there’s a restaurant that is a part of the hotel which has great food and other places that are walking distance. Would highly recommend this retreat."

"I attended an Alkimia retreat in February of this year. The entire experience was impeccable. Our accommodations were comfortable, we had a pool, a yard filled with fruit trees, flowers and herbs, and even a rooftop terrace from which we watched the sunrise with cacao in hand. Juliana guided our journey into discovering and honoring the feminine. Her experience with Kundalini practice and somatic meditation was obvious. She made our small group feel safe and powerful and, as a result, we our were able to go deep into healing and awareness. I highly recommend Alkimia Retreats to anyone looking for a genuine journey of self discovery, acceptance, and passion."

"I love Juliana so much. Each ceremony was purposeful and curated creatively and with love. Juliana held beautiful space for us to release into. The entire retreat was designed to allow the feminine to be, to flow, to receive and it was so luxurious and yummy. I would love to do it all again and have recommended it to many of my friends. "

"A wonderful experience the way I was treated was very professional but the most important aspect was the love and compassion that Dr Gerry and Kate had for me before and after the journey of the Toad. I feel different with a love for my self and others.After the trip you have a perspective of life and puspose in life. Different than you have before. I definitely recommend this medicine. "

"I am so very grateful for the work that Aurora, Carolina ( she worked so and to find is the best Ceremony for us ) and her dedicated team for the important role they have played in my journey of self discovery. Their love, care, consideration and dedication was invaluable. From the first moment of contacting them, i felt well looked after and treated with a sense of priority. Aurora made the whole process easy and effortless. Any questions asked or requirements needed she was promptly responsive and very helpful. Myself and my partner left the ceremony feeling well looked after and with a great sense of having found exactly what we were seeking. We cannot thank her and her whole team enough, including the Sharman Beto🙏. Love and Light Always! We highly highly recommend!! 👍❤️🙌 Cedric & Alessandra (London, England)"

"My time at Samskara was by far one of the most transformative events I've had in this lifetime. Every little detail of this retreat was immaculate, from the amenities, the beautiful land, and the most beautiful collection of souls/staff members. This place feels like home, family, and love. The way they plan the week of activities and ceremonies to flow effortlessly, and comfortablely made this experience so much easier. The staff is always there for you, no matter what it is, they are so loving and understanding. They know how to make you dig deep in your soul, and provide all of the tools and wisdom for you to use to transform yourself from the inside out. I really cannot say enough great things about this place. It was there I met my true self and was shown my purpose and direction in life, and I cannot thank this team enough for hosting such a life changing experience. The knowledge and love gained here does not go to waste, it is being spread on everything I touch and its beautiful to see. I will be back to visit anytime Aya calls. xoxo "

"I experienced so much in the 6 days that I was at this retreat. I feel like I am still integrating. Highly recommend this retreat. You not only sit in ceremony, you partake in may activities that help your retreat experience. I will be coming back for sure. "

"Definately a retreat you should experience! Anna was great! She was very welcoming, supportive and very organized. The staff, Lorena and David were incredible and helped me realize some things around relationships. Arturo was great, he is very kind and welcoming. I didnt expect to receive so much from this retreat. It is not like other places I have sat with the medicine. Highly recommend Samskara retreats. I am full of gratitude for the lessons ans healing. "

"My husband and I came here for this 40th birthday. Our daughter and her boyfriend also made the trip to Mexico with us. Originally it was to be my husband and myself who did the Bufo ceremony but the kids (adult kids) decided to also do the ceremony. It was a life changing experience. There are no words to explain. I can only speak to my own journey but I feel at peace and like my soul was set free. Of course I still have so much work to do on myself through out the rest of my journey. We did stay at the hotel in the Jaguar room and it was very peaceful. I would highly recommend this retreat. The staff is very helpful and friendly. "

"I am still integrating this retreat! It was a great experience working with Ayahuasca. I had tried other plant medicines but this one really opened my heart to so much in my life. The most healing and transformational retreat I have been to. The staff is so loving, supportive and as soon as you walk into the space, you feel the safety of the container. My life is completely changed. I have so many tools and insights to work with and so grateful that Samskara offers post retreat integration support! That is important to me."

"I am still talking about my experience with everyone! This was my very first time sitting with Ayahuasca and Kambo and it was a very safe space and great experience. The staff is very experienced and supported us with so much love and compassion. A huge thank you to Samskara for organizing this retreat which flowed so smoothly. Arturo, Anna, Lorena and David are very attentive, kind and made my first time experience an unforgettable one. I was told that people come back 2 or 3 even 4 times and now I understand why. I will be coming back for sure and this time bringing all my friends with me!"

"The location, staff, shaman and organizers at Samskara are incredible! You can tell they have been doing this for a very long time. Very professional, kind, helpful and their ability to hold space was absolutely amazing! The location is like a little slice of heaven. The lush, green jungle and the sounds of the jungle, made each ceremony that much more special. The accommodations have air conditioning and are clean. The food was very fresh and you could tell it was prepared with love. Upon arrival at Cancun Airport, they had a driver waiting to take me to the location. The ride is only about 25 minutes from the airport which is very convenient. All the extra bonuses you get with Samskara, really make it worth it. The Cacao ceremony, the Temazcal, the extra activities and an amazing massage! The pool is really nice too! The music that is played during ceremony was out of this world. This really allowed me to go deep and have such a powerful experience. I could go on and on about this experience and about Samskara! I'm so grateful to have finally found a place that takes deep inner healing and plant medicine seriously! 10/10 Stars!! Thank you Samskara! "

"The location, staff, shaman and organizers at Samskara are incredible! You can tell they have been doing this for a very long time. Very professional, kind, helpful and their ability to hold space was absolutely amazing! The location is like a little slice of heaven. The lush, green jungle and the sounds of the jungle, made each ceremony that much more special. The accommodations have air conditioning and are clean. The food was very fresh and you could tell it was prepared with love. Upon arrival at Cancun Airport, they had a driver waiting to take me to the location. The ride is only about 25 minutes from the airport which is very convenient. All the extra bonuses you get with Samskara, really make it worth it. The Cacao ceremony, the Temazcal, the extra activities and an amazing massage! The pool is really nice too! The music that is played during ceremony was out of this world. This really allowed me to go deep and have such a powerful experience. I could go on and on about this experience and about Samskara! I'm so grateful to have finally found a place that takes deep inner healing and plant medicine seriously! 10/10 Stars!! Thank you Samskara! Joe, From Houston, Texas"

"There are no words, only love. "

"I was welcomed to a beautiful hotel ground in the heart of Tulum. Everyone was so peaceful and authentic. My room was perfectly humble, comfortable and well decorated. And the experience, more than I even imagined. I cleansed with kambo and then saw with Bufo. I am never the same again. Please choose this if you are thinking about it. It is the right choice. You will see what I mean after you jump. I love you all. Thank you so much for this wonderful Everything, thank you. "

"I brought the set; Sacred Heart Sonora provided the nearly-perfect setting. Clean place, beautiful loving people, the distant hush of the sea, everything bathed in prayer. Confident in their technical abilities and experience, I felt very safe. "

"I have participated in several plant ceremony retreats in different parts of the world. Those experiences were very powerful but I felt there was something lacking in the energy of those spaces. I'm not sure if it was the Shamans, the accommodations, the other activities available, or the medicine itself. My experience with Samskara Retreats was , by far, the most POWERFUL and most life changing experience I could have ever asked for. The flow and schedule of this retreat is put together so perfectly, thanks to Anna! With the optional Kambo, the Temazcal, the group activities, or the massages, everything was amazing. There was a lot of thought and planning put into how this retreat is laid out. Plant medicine ceremonies are really about the ENTIRE experience. This is truly a profound experience, due to how the retreat is planned out for the week. You can really feel that the Shaman (Arturo) and staff at this retreat are connected to the medicine and are there to serve others in the healing process. They go the extra mile to make sure everyone is taken care of and that the space is very safe and comfortable. I could really tell that they have been doing this work for a long time. Anna's support from start to finish was so helpful! There were many details to this experience that really made the difference for me. The diverse music played during ceremony was absolutely incredible! The rooms all had very good air conditioning and were very clean. You could tell that the organic, clean, food was prepared with a lot of love and care! The pool was really nice too! It was really great how this retreat is in the jungle and yet so easily accessible from the Cancun airport. Maybe a 25 minute drive. When I arrived at the airport, they had someone waiting there to take me to the retreat. Being in the jungle, you really get to take in your surroundings and feel the energy around you, especially while in ceremony! What a slice of heaven! To see all the participant's transformations from start to finish was such a blessing for me! At the conclusion of the retreat, every participant there looked 10 years younger! They were so full of love and joy! If you are looking to feel alive again, looking to heal and looking to connect to your self and others, look no further than the Samskara Ayahuasca Retreat! -Blessings & Love to you all! AHO! "

"I could not have imagined a more safe, comfortable, and professional environment to have this experience. The medicine itself reminded me of my true nature and was profoundly meaningful. Dr. Gerry and Kate are helping heal the world. "

"I had the pleasure of speaking with Kate regarding Sacred Heart and she was super friendly and informative . She was very attentive to my needs and made me feel really comfortable with making my decision to use her and her husband. I am really looking to meeting both of them when I go for my journey. "

"Mario is a pure soul, you can feel it as soon as you meet him. Few people have put me at ease the way Mario does, I can feel that he wants the absolute best for me and my life, unconditionally. He always greets me with a warm smile that covers his whole face, and a loving embrace. During my Bufo ceremonies, when fear and terror gripped me, he broke through into the "void" and appeared in front of me, whispering "trust". It was for me, the knowledge of where that request came from that allowed me to fully surrender to the experience, and I am better for it. Mario has also lovingly co-created a program of integration, to assist people as they begin to navigate in the world of form again, and he has guided me through two sessions. An absolute asset to the sanctuary. Thank you"