What is Avalon?

Avalon is a holistic healing centre in Barcelona and Ibiza (Spain), dedicated to self-discovery and profound inner journeys. Our retreats bring together the ancient wisdom of sacred medicines such as Ayahuasca, Magic Mushrooms, San Pedro, and Bufo Alvarius with modern practices of preparation, integration, and personalised care.

We follow a shamanic approach to the world of plant medicines, working with shamans from ancestral traditions of Brazil (Yawanawá, Huni Kuin, Mbyá Guaraní), Colombia (Kamëntsa, Kichwa, Pastos, Muisca, Cofán), and Peru (Quechua). Our mission is to create safe, contemporary, and refined spaces where participants can experience these medicines in the traditional Amazonian way.

With deep respect for ancestral knowledge, we complement it with tools that help non-indigenous participants gain the most from their experience and apply insights to everyday life. Preparation before the retreat builds confidence and clarity; our holistic programme introduces practices that foster wellbeing beyond the ceremony; and integration supports participants in maximising benefits while navigating any challenges that may arise afterwards.

Set and setting are two of the most critical factors in a psychedelic experience. At Avalon, safety and care are at the heart of everything we do. From the very beginning, participants are supported by a dedicated team, with a nearly one-to-one facilitator-to-guest ratio during retreats. Our team also includes a medical advisor, and we follow many of the safety guidelines recommended by ICEERS.

In adapting rituals that are not part of our own culture, we honour tradition while offering the highest level of comfort and beauty. This balance helps participants feel safe, surrender to the process, and embrace the full potential of a transformative journey.

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What does a 6-day holistic Ayahuasca retreat include?

• 4 Ayahuasca ceremonies by experienced (>10 years) shamans trained in Colombia (Kamëntsa, Kichwa, Pastos, Muisca, and Cofán traditions), Peru (Quechua tradition), or Brazil (Yawanawá, Huni Kuin, Mbyá Guaraní traditions).
• 4 Rapé ceremonies (dried tobacco powder) – clearing the mind and cleansing the body and energy field, used in combination with Ayahuasca.
• 4 Integration workshops with a trained psychologist, combining diverse and creative methods, such as sharing circles, writing, art therapy, and ecstatic dance.
• 1 One-on-one integration session – Designed to bring your unique experience into your daily life and ensure lasting change.
• 1 Access bars – energetic therapy facilitating the release of limiting beliefs.
• 1 Holotropic breathwork.
• 1 Healing massage.
• 4 Yoga and meditation sessions suitable for all levels.
• 12 Creative, chef-crafted meals prepared fresh daily from high-quality sources in an Ayahuasca-friendly manner.
• 5 Food awareness workshops.
• 5 Nights of luxurious and spacious accommodations in a 4-star boutique hotel.
• Transport service from/to Barcelona Airport or the city centre.
• Intake and safety screening with the collaboration of a doctor.
• 1 One-on-one preparation video call.
• 2 Online integration follow-up circles.
• Ongoing access to our monthly community online integration circles.

You will also enjoy:

• Charming and rustic 4-star boutique hotel nestled in the countryside of the protected Carmany green belt in the heart of the Costa Brava.
• An exclusive natural area of 7 hectares of forests and alfalfa fields.
• Very high facilitator-to-guest ratio. A team of 25 people, with a maximum of 25 participants, will ensure you always feel supported.
• Personal support before and after the retreat – you will have a personal Avalon family member assigned to guide you through the preparation and integration.
• 110 m2 ceremonial space with comfortable beds and large windows overlooking nature.
•  Ceremonies in an especially safe setting. Our ceremony team consists of 6-7 experienced sacred space guardians and musicians who follow many of the guidelines of the Enhancing Safety in Ayahuasca Sessions course by ICEERS Academy.
• Ceremonies filled with live “medicine” music: a combination of multiple instruments and voices.
• Access to our outdoor hammock area, indoor and outdoor pools and sauna.
• Daily room service.
• Easily accessible location in Europe (Barcelona) with direct flights from most of the bigger cities.
• Wifi (although we encourage our guests to disconnect as much as possible).
• Ayahuasca preparation and integration guidelines documents.
• Lifelong access to the Avalon community, activities, and support system.

Start your journey today and book a discovery call with us today.

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  Mabel

  3 months ago

  Dear Avalon family! From the bottom of my heart, thank you. This journey within — guided by Ayahuasca and held with such care by the incredible Avalon team and shamans — was truly profound. From the very first moment, I felt deep trust and safety, as if I was being gently carried through the entire process by experienced, compassionate hands. I was never alone. The venue itself radiates tranquility and grounding energy. Its peaceful surroundings created the perfect container for surrender, reflection, and healing. Every detail — from the space, to the program, to the way each ceremony and integration moment was thoughtfully held — supported the depth of this experience. I feel as if I moved a mountain within myself and closed a very painful chapter of my life. What unfolded went far beyond what I could have imagined. The structure of the program, combined with the additional offerings, allowed me to go deeper, softer, and more honestly into my own process. Next time, without hesitation, I would apply for every additional offering available — each one is a gift. I will never forget this experience, and I will remain forever grateful to people like you — who devote their lives and energy to honoring plant medicine, creating safe and sacred spaces, and helping others face their inner wars, release what no longer serves them, and find peace.🌈 Thank you for walking this path with such integrity, humility, and love. ✨🫀✨

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  Agnieszka Szulc

  3 months ago

  My journey with Avalon was deeply transformative. I felt held, supported, and never judged — even in my most vulnerable moments. The team created a profoundly safe and loving space where real healing could unfold. I experienced a true rebirth during this retreat, and I carry deep gratitude for the care, integrity, and presence of everyone involved. Avalon is not just a retreat — it is a family and a sacred container for transformation.

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  K N

  4 months ago

  Honestly, I’m no beginner to ancestral medicines and shamanic processes, but what I experienced with Avalon, the depth of sincere love and care, is something I had never felt before. The journey was awe-inspiring and left me transformed for the better. I cannot thank them enough; these are people who genuinely want to elevate the world. The organization is spotless, the lady Shaman was exceptional, and lastly the food was absolutely delicious. Thank you Avalon, you truly are Love.

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  Lesley Grant

  3 years ago

  My experience at Avalon was incredible. From the moment you arrive you can feel the love, care and detail that is put into every element of your stay. It's a lovely, spacious location with a lake, trees, hammocks, horses and more. There are various activities you can choose from such as yoga, massage and dance in addition to the ceremonies. They also have an amazing chef Maria who plans out chromatic meals each day based on the colors of the chakras. It was an incredible experience that I would recommend to anyone. The entire team made me feel incredibly welcomed, loved and cared for. Big thank you to Alejandro and everyone at Avalon!

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  Laura Harvey

  a year ago

  It’s hard to put into words how amazing this place is. It’s totally not just the Ayahuasca ceremonies it’s the setting, the food, the activities, all the different alternative therapies on offer aswell as the people who run this place / work here are some of the most kind and loving people you will ever meet. I was very nervous & apprehensive about the aya ceremonies but I felt very safe and supported at all times. I had 1 ceremony that was particularly intense & Maggie sat with me for what felt like hours doing energy healing & supporting me through a very tough process. It’s a deep and heavy experience but it’s also full of love & laughter. The team here are great and I mostly had a permanent smile on my face the whole time & I am no longer scared of psychedelics I also did the Bufo which I can only describe as going to heaven for 15 minutes. It was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. It’s not a silver bullet to immediate perfection but i would say it’s one of the most healing experiences of my life & the intense night was like releasing 40 years of sadness so I now totally understand what they mean when they say it’s like 20 years of therapy in one night. I struggle to believe that there is a therapy out there that could go that deep and get that much sadness out of you. The shaman & facilitators were such beautiful people, you get a serious amount of love at this place ❤️ If your considering going to Avalon don’t hesitate just book it, you won’t regret it ❤️

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  chateau9

  October 24, 2025 at 6:22 am

  I recently completed a six-day retreat with Avalon, and the entire experience was incredible. From the moment I arrived, I was warmly welcomed and made feel at ease by Alejandro. The venue was beautiful and serene, and the food was delicious, perfectly complementing the ceremonies. The guides were kind and supportive throughout the retreat.

  This was my first ayahuasca retreat, but the love and warmth of everyone at Avalon quickly put me at ease, making me feel safe and trusting. The ceremonies were beautiful, and I appreciated the two different shamans and guardians who led me through four separate ayahuasca medicine experiences. The Bufo and Kambo ceremonies also provided opportunities for introspection, and I was grateful for the integration sessions the day after each ceremony.

  The entire retreat was well-organised, and I left feeling at peace and full of love. I have a renewed connection to my inner self and my family, and I look forward to returning to Avalon soon ❤️

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  bp_marc

  October 20, 2025 at 3:54 pm

  I worked with Avalon as a volunteer. It’s a serious project, with an amazing staff. Designed to be a container for deep exploration it’s perfectly organized. Good location, high quality food, it provides the chance to work with 2 different Chamans during its long retreat version.

  i’ve been in several retreats and I can tell that all details are sorted out in Avalon. It offers a real and serious screening, group and one to one integration session, a follow up, and enough ceremonies to decide how deep and how much you want to work in yourself.

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  ckoko

  October 14, 2025 at 5:11 am

  I had such a wonderful journey. The staff were incredible, very professional and supportive. I am very appreciative to everything I have experienced and to everyone who supported me through it.

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  Paulina Farias

  October 13, 2025 at 6:14 pm

  I wholeheartedly recommend Avalon ❤️. If you’re looking for a truly healing experience where you feel completely safe, this is the place.

  The team is incredibly professional and attentive, taking care of every single detail so you can experience deep healing, comfort, and transformation. Everything—absolutely everything—is crafted with love and presence. You feel welcomed, held, and cherished every step of the way.

  I joined a 4-day retreat and came back with my heart overflowing with love. Throughout the entire experience, I felt safe, protected, and deeply cared for. What I loved most is that the journey begins the moment you decide to join, and it continues even after the retreat, through beautiful integration spaces that allow you to truly embody your healing and transformation.

  Every moment at Avalon is infused with intention. The setting, the music, the scents, the food, and each ceremony are lovingly curated to open your heart and help you remember who you truly are. This is not just a retreat—it’s a luxurious spiritual experience that touches your soul and connects you with something far greater than yourself✨

  
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  alisoneire

  August 10, 2025 at 11:44 am

  I cannot recommend enough Avalon and their fantastic team. I had a profoundly healing experience and beautiful growth with wonderful people. In nature, nourished with delicious food, cared for by a professional and loving community dedicated to the mission of Avalon. Everything was considered to the last detail. I felt incredibly safe and cared for every moment of the journey. If you are curious to try, just do it, hear the call, surrender. Give yourself the gift of Avalon. You will not regret giving yourself this act of love and care. Thank you, thank you to all of the team at Avalon. See you again soon for continued growth on this beautiful journey. Glad to be able to share some of mine with you all. In love and health, Alison