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50 Most Recent Aya Reviews
Linactrodrigues Review of Sapan Inka Retreat Center by My experience with Erik and Nilda was truly profound and transformative. From the very beginning, I felt incredibly safe, welcomed, and cared for. Even though it was my first Ayahuasca experience, they created an environment that made everything feel calm,… Read More from Linactrodrigues May 24, 12:17- Review of Anahata Ayahuasca by I recently got back from an amazing trip to Peru, and spent 8 days at Anahata it was truly a wonderful experience ❤️ I’m so glad I picked Anahata i felt so safe and looked after and as I was… Read More from Danielle Clarke May 24, 09:52
- Review of Arkana Spiritual Center by The Gold Standard of Plant Medicine Retreats Amazon Jungle Location — May 2026 For anyone researching plant medicine retreats and trying to cut through the noise — stop here. Arkana is the standard by which everything else should be measured.… Read More from Cee More May 24, 06:57
Review of Lighthouse by A very safe place! This has been my very first time with mother Ayahuasca so I looked for a safe and professional environment to get to know her. I looked at 3 retreats but this one stood out the most… Read More from Ricardo May 20, 10:52- Review of Inin Nete by I attended a retreat at Inin Nete in the summer of 2025. This was the 4th ayahuasca retreat I attended, and my first time at a Shipibo-owned one. This provided a deeper level of healing than I’d achieved anywhere else… Read More from Denis May 19, 23:56
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by I stayed there in September 2025 while struggling with alcohol and cocaine addiction. The treatment was extremely effective, and since then I haven’t used anything. I feel very well and have regained a much better quality of life. Everything is… Read More from Nuno May 18, 06:22
- Review of Marosa Healing Center by It was a truly wonderful, life-changing experience. My encounter with ayahuasca stemmed from a major mental and physical trauma I experienced in my home country. I felt that this retreat, in particular, was a place that respected plant medicine and… Read More from 岡崎修也 May 15, 18:32
Review of Onikano by After thorough research, and looking deeply into the various retreat spaces throughout the Peruvian Amazons, I decided to book through Onikano, with great contentment and a feeling of alignment. I was most pulled to work with Maestro Herberto, and I… Read More from jakesc May 15, 10:09- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by Writing My experience on the shamanic tour in Cuscu, Peru with Shaman Stefano was truly unforgettable. The plant medicine ceremonies were deeply powerful and gave me a sense of clarity, connection, and reflection that I had never experienced before. Stefano… Read More from Sameer Shachi May 13, 18:49
- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by We had one of the most meaningful and transformative experiences of my life with Stephano. Our time with him was so much more than just a tour or a ceremony. From the beginning, Stephano welcomed us with warmth and care.… Read More from MJ KIM May 13, 18:15
- Review of Dreamglade by It was my first time with Aya and my experience was extremely challenging. As in, I intended to quit as I was going through the first ceremony. It was like having an exorcism. However, due to the serene environment and… Read More from Xavier Fox May 12, 13:59
- Review of Anahata Ayahuasca by Life-Changing Experience: The Best Ayahuasca Retreat in the Sacred Valley If you are looking for the best ayahuasca retreat in the Sacred Valley, look no further than Anahata. This is a top-rated, life-changing experience that balances professional excellence with a… Read More from left_or May 10, 17:34
- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by Stefano the shaman created some of the most powerful and sacred experiences of my life. Both the Wilka and DMT ceremonies were beyond incredible — deeply healing, eye-opening, and honestly the greatest experiences I’ve ever had. Stefano is incredibly knowledgeable,… Read More from Rose Jason May 10, 08:13
- Review of Aya Madre Healing Center by I stayed at Aya Madre twice, and I plan to continue doing so. The Maestros at Aya Madre take a lot of care and provide support beyond the Dieta or the ceremonies. They are thoughtful, connected, and humble. They do… Read More from Julia O. Bianco May 9, 17:52
- Review of Aya Madre Healing Center by Ayamdre is not a retreat center. It’s a threshold. Nestled deep in the jungle, this place carries a stillness that begins working on you before the ceremonies even start. The calm is not empty — it’s alive. The maestra who… Read More from isaya yoga May 7, 10:43
- Review of Avalon by This was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Everything I had read in other reviews turned out to be true – the team are great, and the level of care they put into every detail shows. The whole experience… Read More from Dmitry_T May 7, 10:18
- Review of Sapan Inka Retreat Center by I just finished a 7-day Ayahuasca and San Pedro retreat at Sapan Inka, and I’m writing this because I’m so grateful to Erik and Nilda. I chose Sapan Inka because I wanted something intimate—it’s a small center (max 6 people)… Read More from chang May 7, 09:22
- Review of Hummingbird Healing Center by I can’t recommend the Hummingbird Healing Center in Iquitos, Peru enough. Did the 12 day retreat. They take a max of 10-12 people but we only had three during my retreat. All solo strangers. All provided with great care and… Read More from dzu bui May 7, 06:18
- Review of Arkana Spiritual Center by I attended Arkana Spiritual Center in Iquitos, Peru in April 2026, and it was one of the most meaningful, beautiful, and transformative experiences of my life. The staff at Arkana are extraordinary. Jose consistently reminded me that I was strong… Read More from Mariann May 6, 22:07
- Review of Arkana Spiritual Center by I had the most profound and transformative experience at Arkana’s 7-day plant medicine retreat. The staff was incredibly caring, knowledgeable, and deeply compassionate. The program was intentionally designed, with each ceremony and structured activity building on the last, creating a… Read More from SBH1967 May 5, 15:06
- Review of Nihue Rao Centro Espiritual by My Experience at Nihue Rao A Journey of Deep Healing, Transformation, and Remembering My time at Nihue Rao truly changed my life. I arrived seeking healing, clarity, and a deeper connection, but what I received went far beyond anything I… Read More from Jimmy Castillo May 5, 09:34
- Review of Spirit Vine Ayahuasca Retreat Center by If I think about a place that feels like a fairy tale and absolute safety, I would always say: “It began again there.” I am so grateful for my decision to be brave enough to visit this safe place and… Read More from Elisaveta May 3, 04:30
- Review of Onikano by Это был мой первый опыт работы с шаманом и с растениями, поэтому я долго не выбирал. Просто прекрасное отношение Барбары, которая берет на себя все организационные вопросы, ведет и сопровождает тебя до конца. Маэстро Гилберто – будьте уверены это светлый… Read More from Алексей Южаков May 2, 22:32
- Review of Agape Church by Everything in this Review is factual — I’ve refrained from adding my opinions. I sent in, via credit card, $ 350 for reservation, and another $788 for a retreat scheduled to begin 23 Jan 2026 at the Agape Church in… Read More from Dr. TimE. May 2, 09:53
- Review of Arkana Spiritual Center by One of the most beautiful locations I ever been to! everything from the location to the practices and traditions used, Arkana is a place I call my 2nd home now. All the facilitators, Maestra(o)’s are very knowledgeable and experienced guidance,… Read More from Jake Thomas Apr 28, 22:21
- Review of Awakenings Ayahuasca Retreat by There is no finer place to spend your time than at Awakenings Ayahuasca. I was looking for an intimate experience, and this checked every box. I read the reviews and made an incredibly fortunate and wise choice. You won’t be… Read More from EleusisTrip Apr 28, 13:47
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by We cannot comment publicly on individual cases however we can state that if someone lies on their application form about the substance from which they want detoxed and arrive in a state where they are clearly unable to take the… Read More from Harambe Detox Apr 25, 05:29
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by We clearly state that this is our family home, we do not advertise as a clinic, In fact iboga is not medically recognised in many countries and is stated as such. Yes we have animals, yes we have children. If… Read More from Harambe Detox Apr 25, 05:25
- Review of Onikano by Choosing Onikano and spending the whole month of November there was totally right decision. I keep repeating myself… it is something the best I could done for myself. I found Onikano by intuition somehow… medicine is wise and maestro Eberto… Read More from laconic.me Apr 24, 13:26
- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by This was truly an amazing experience from start to finish. The guidance was incredible, and everything felt safe, intentional, and well taken care of. The place we stayed was beautiful and peaceful, and the food was honestly so good. He… Read More from Taylor Apr 24, 11:56
- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by I’ve had several amazing experiences with Stephano over the years. He is a well experienced psychonaut with a depth of experience with psychedelics, combining spiritual and scientific knowledge. The best part is that he takes you to special sacred sites.… Read More from Mia Smith Apr 23, 23:53
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by This was a life-changing experience for me. Kathy and Bilal welcomed me with grace and made me feel right at home. The iboga experience is a lot harder to comment on, but what I can comment on is my results… Read More from qweasd Apr 23, 08:37
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by I’m glad that iboga gave you the healing you came for Read More from Harambe Detox Apr 22, 17:16
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by It was a pleasure to have you here and I wish you the best for your future Read More from Harambe Detox Apr 22, 17:15
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by Thank you so much for your company, it was a pleasure to receive you here and we continue to be in touch! Read More from Harambe Detox Apr 22, 16:46
- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by Muy agradecido por la experiencia que tuve junto a Stephano. Acceder a otros niveles de conciencia con respecto y cuidado ha sido parte fundamental en mi proceso de autoconocimiento y autoaceptación. Poder poner mi mente al servicio del corazón y… Read More from Leo Salas Z Apr 22, 09:23
- Review of Harambe Detox Centre by I arrived carrying two years of baggage I could no longer put down. I left feeling like I’d found myself again — and several people around me said so spontaneously, without me asking. The first 12 hours on trip where… Read More from M B Apr 19, 19:31
- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by My experience here was so amazing. The beauty of the sacred valley was astonishingly beautiful. I’ve never seen such beautiful mountains, and felt so connected . Stefano greeted us with and made me feel Safe and comfortable at once we… Read More from Bonnie Lizarraga Apr 19, 16:35
Review of Aya Madre Healing Center by I have been to Aya Madre twice, first in 2019 and then in 2023 and I spent a total of about 8 months dieting various master plants and participating in ceremonies 2-3 times a week during that time. I’ll try… Read More from evolvedlife Apr 17, 12:09- Review of Dreamglade by Feel so blessed to find this place. They’re professional to the highest level. I had so much fear before trying the medicine, but they just let me feel so safe from the first moment until the last. Absolutely will come… Read More from itai1271 Apr 15, 17:57
- Review of Lighthouse by The thing I loved most about Lighthouse is the attention to detail and care of the staff. You can tell that a lot of thought and love went into planning the experience to go as smoothly and safely as possible.… Read More from Ben Bishop Apr 15, 09:13
- Review of Spirit Vine Ayahuasca Retreat Center by One of the most profound and transformative experiences I have ever embarked on. From the very beginning, the atmosphere at Spirit Vine felt safe, welcoming, and deeply intentional. The host has an extraordinary ability to guide you with both compassion… Read More from Paul K. Apr 15, 08:24
- Review of Onikano by Have been at Onikano with my partner in February for 2 weeks and it was truly amazing. I have been working with Plant Medicines like ayahuasca for over 15 years in various settings in the, from which most the Western… Read More from Rone Apr 15, 07:44
- Review of Entheogens Peru Soul Sanctuary by Stephano is a very guenuine, humble and intelligent human being. It was a pleasure being lead by him and would definitely choose him again! Read More from Marc Saikaly Apr 14, 05:13
- Review of Flower of Life Ayahuasca Retreats by 100% Life transforming. I have visited Flower of Life 5 times for over 6 weeks. Having suffered with trauma, stress, pain and fear, nothing has helped me heal and reclaim my sovereignty than Maestro Alfred, Nancy and the entire team… Read More from Pierce Ahmen Apr 10, 19:36
- Review of Flower of Life Ayahuasca Retreats by Todo muy bien! Me encanto ceremonies y chamanico maestro Alfredo! 5 estrelas! Read More from Vaidas Apr 10, 01:08
- Review of Inin Nete by I spent 6 weeks at Inin Nete, and it completely transformed my life. This family is the real deal, and they are rooted in love. They took such intuitive care of me, and helped me uproot generations of complex trauma… Read More from lauren Apr 9, 20:10
- Review of Flower of Life Ayahuasca Retreats by My experience at the Flower of Life Healing Center was truly beyond my expectations. The center is a genuine sanctuary of peace and tranquility. I arrived a bit tense, unsure of what awaited me on my first journey to the… Read More from Marian Murillo Apr 9, 10:31
- Review of Flower of Life Ayahuasca Retreats by This experience that I had at the flower of Life was undescribable, healing and everything that I needed that I didn’t even know. From the moment I contacted Nancy she guided me through so much with so much love and… Read More from ladiebugluvboo Apr 8, 16:54