Avalon

Name: Avalon
Rating: 5

Barcelona & Ibiza, Spain

5.0 (119 reviews)

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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.

See our calendar and prices on our website

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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.

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Belma Cemalovic
5 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. ✨🫀✨
Lesley Grant
4 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!
Alaya Prado Alegre
3 months ago

This was my first ayahuasca experience, and I honestly couldn’t have chosen a better place. From the very beginning, everything felt incredibly well organized. I felt safe at all times, truly cared for, and supported in a very thoughtful way. The place itself is absolutely beautiful peaceful, surrounded by nature, and very comfortable. And the food… not only delicious but also very original and clearly prepared with so much attention and love. I’m leaving deeply grateful for the whole experience. It has been something very meaningful for me, and I will definitely come back and repeat with you. Thank you for everything. Much Love Alaya
Carl Vanhaesendonck
2 months ago

This is Healing, not Recreational retreat, beware!! People who decide to go to Avalon must simply remember that before reserving a seat! This is not to have fun (although you will have fun, but with the other guests and the Avalon Crew) or during one or more of the sessions. Healing, healing: I thought I had nothing to heal, aka "I am in good shape, good health, and no known psychological or physical issue". I went there for discovery, for getting closer to my Real Self, to my Soul, and also to have some fancy travel, to be honest. Well, no "fancy travel in the stars" for me (others participants had that), no, not this time. But, gosh, all the rest was stunning. And difficult. but believe, when you lose your ego, you become the REAL you. You accept and embrace life. You are finally happy without limit.
Agnieszka Szulc
5 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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Overall 5.0

aidyn
April 2, 2022 at 12:05 am

I left this place with deep appreciation and love in my heart where I felt safe and looked after by the team of amazing and loving people – the Avalon family.

Everything you see and read is true is all I want to say and you have to come and experience this yourself with open mind and heart.

I look forward to come back to this place.

Warm regards
Aidyn
Patricia832
March 30, 2022 at 10:11 am

Incredible, life-changing, beautiful, safe, kindness, growth, love. I feel such a deep love and gratitude for the Avalon family. I have never felt as good as I do now. It’s the best place to go to for a beautiful life-transforming experience, for relaxation, for finding peace and love. Thanks a million.
ImoTownley
March 29, 2022 at 9:35 am

My time as a participant at Avalon was for the New year 6 day retreat. I feel like I still don’t have the words to give it justice for how life changing my experience was (but I’ll do my best). I’d describe the venue as the perfect balance of Luxury and comfort but also feeling fully immersed in Mother Nature. With absolutely beautiful grounds which is thriving with wildlife, beautiful greenery and the most calm and peaceful lake as soon as you arrive you feel so held and safe. The ceremonies were absolutely exquisite! There was such a deep sense and feeling of the jungle even though we was on Spanish lands and the teachings and healing that took place was some of the deepest work I have ever done and witnesses with this medicine. The music was out of this world with so much variety from so many different lineages. This was a coming together of a family to not only just heal but to celebrate life on Earth! I danced and sang like never before but also embarked on one of the deepest healing journeys I have ever been on with plant medicines. As I said at the beginning this retreat literally changed my life! The food was Devine and so intentionally thought out with every day being colour coded to our chakras which brought so much healing and also awareness to the huge part food plays in these experiences. The integrations circles and support outside of ceremony were impeccable and there was always someone to hand to hold and support you if you needed it which is in itself one of the most important parts of journeying with plant medicines. There is also an integration programme in place for when you leave the retreat to really help you transition back to
Your every day life which again is so needed after diving deep
into these life altering spaces. And I am so deeply grateful to the Avalon team who I now call family for all of the love, intention, work and commitment they make to each and every person who embarks on a journey of healing and rediscovering with them.
Viva Familia!!
emmanuelle08
March 16, 2022 at 6:14 am

For years I had in mind to try Ayahuasca and I knew I would one day as it was on my wish list.
For New Year’s Eve 21/22, I was supposed to be in Andalusia and my flight ticket was already booked when…

…It all changed one afternoon when I discovered Avalon website! I was blown away by what I was reading: a 6 days luxury retreat in nature, close to Barcelona, with a very complete program, a deep healing and transformational experience with a bunch of international people and highly qualified staff.
My heart beat changed as I got excited and I booked the retreat the next day! I was the last one signing up after a 1 hour talk with Alejandro who happened to be the organizer and founder of Avalon. The one who got inspired having the vision of creating those meaningful and extra-ordinary retreats.

2 months went by since it happened and I am now writing. I had to wait to integrate the changes, let them bloom and express them. It has clearly been a fortunate life changing experience..

I was scared for years by Ayahuasca, by what I read or heard, by the unknown and the remote zone it allows you to step in but I knew I could trust Avalon. I just knew it and I’m grateful I followed my instinct.
By the way, there is nothing to be afraid of if you are ready to stop blindness and foolishness and to know better who you are. That is the worst that can happen to you and I’m smiling as I’m writing.

It’s all about growing, healing, understanding of one’s true self, becoming honest, better, wiser, opening your heart, finding deeper sense in your life, your Ikigai as the Japanese call it..
The Ayahuasca World is a window, a door to higher intelligence, a connection with a tribe, a community with shared values and big loving hearts.

The retreat was as close as it can be to perfection. I work in Luxury Tourism for the best Awarded American River Cruise Line company and I mean my words.
I was (still) impressed by everything: the concept, the content, the place, the TEAM: the day team, the kitchen team & the night team: their professionalism, friendliness, authenticity, poetry, generosity…
The Team was united and embracing with love its mission towards each and every one of us. Every team’s name deserves to be written but there are too many!

The retreat was intense, overwhelming and fascinating…
The nights were pure madness, love and beauty all together. I was captivated by the ‘’movie’’ going on at night..plus my own feelings!
The power of live concerts, beautiful healing shamanic songs and voices, the candles and the smells of specific encens, the fire outside of the ceremony room, the Tim Burton forest around…
There was such a beautiful decor to experience with confidence the sacred psychoactive brew. It was time!

Everyone had a very different experience. Vomiting is part of the cleansing experience, worthit (better than for Gin Tonics!). Yes! .. the night could also turn out to be difficult but it is believed that the Ayahuasca brings you exactly what you need just as it calls you when it’s time.. There you are!

To summarize it, my experience was to gain clarity, awareness, inner peace…I feel stronger as I healed and I understood more about feelings, mechanisms, issues….
My journey with Ayahuasca just started and I believe it will slowly and surely take me to greater purposes…

With lots of Love & Gratitude to the Avalon Family and all the brothers and sisters I met.

Emmanuelle.
michellevangelista@gmail.com
February 7, 2022 at 6:17 pm

I walked in on my own and left with a family. A large family that held me in their hearts. It’s hard to put into words the experience I encountered during those days, but can say without a shadow of a doubt that it was transformative. The (real) love that I felt is with me until this day, and for certain will continue with me for time to come. Every detail from the minute of our arrival was planned with so much care and thought. The abundance with which we were received was incredible. It’s been just over a month since I’ve returned, yet every day something new falls into place. Thank you to the entire team for creating such an amazing experience, with memories to last a lifetime.