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Maharani Medicine Circles

Ithaca, New York

Welcome! Below is our upcoming schedule;

*We have also made the decision to offer an optional third night of ceremony at all of our retreats- this is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your experience with the medicine, and call in more celebration and light into your life.*

2026 New York Retreats 

August 28th-30th (Third night available)

  1. September 25th-27th (Third night available)

Our next Integration Call will be offered in August, at 7 PM. Here, we discuss Plant Medicine, spirituality, and personal development. Please message us for the link- all are welcome to come and join us!

Please e-mail us for more information.

Our mission is to provide a safe, honest and sincere space for people of all walks of life to come and heal. We believe in the combined power of plant medicine, Umbanda,  and emotional vulnerability. These key elements are the fertile soil for beautiful transformation to occur in our lives!

Maharani Medicine  first opened its doors in 2018– since then, we have served at over 140 retreats. We are proud to be a culturally diverse hub for seekers of all kinds. We are honored to be of service to anyone with a desire to grow, learn and heal regardless of background, age or creed. Working closely with our teachers in Hawaii and Brazil we provide a space of tradition but also flexibility to suit the needs of every person and group that we serve. We humbly walk this path as students of life, seekers of change, and owners of our actions.

Here are some things that set us apart from other groups:

  • Our groups are ALWAYS intimate & small. We will never serve a group larger than ten people. This fosters a sense of community between participants & staff, creating a safe, familial atmosphere.
  • We keep a supportive staff-to-participant ratio so we can all feel fully supported in this intense journey. We strive to have 3-4 facilitators on board in addition to our Medicine Leaders. Our team members are humble volunteers with ample personal experience with plant medicine. Each facilitator brings their own unique abilities to retreats.
  • Our medicine is brewed with love, prayer, tradition and integrity, sourcing high quality materials from sustainable sources from Central America. All of our medicines are sent from our teachers in Brazil and Hawaii.
  • The most important part of any medicine experience is Integration. Integration means applying the lessons learned during ceremony to everyday life. Integration is what separates recreational use of medicines from ceremonial & intentional use! It is very important we honor ourselves and our medicines in this way. We offer multiple integration circles, one on one sessions during the weekend and also provide supportive resources for our participants when they go home.
  • Our Guides have been taught how to activate and amplify the Medicine through presence and music.  Many Plant Medicine traditions suggest that music is the vessel which carries the ceremonial energy. The music harmonizes with the medicine and serves as a “Lighthouse” that helps each participant navigate their internal shadows & light alike, and to call upon our allies both in nature and in spirit to assist us in our development. The music serves as a compass to bring us back our hearts. Whether it be traditional pontos, the call of the flute or powerful icaros (medicine songs), the music, prayer, and spirits will be an ally to those who are present with their transformation. 
  • We are officially non-profit & church. Spirituality is very important to us, but we will never be dogmatic in our beliefs. While our ceremonies are spiritually based, they are very universalist as well. Folks with secular beliefs will not have issues connecting to the ceremony experience.
  • It can feel extremely overwhelming to find the right practitioner, modality or healing space when we live in such a fast-paced world. We are happy to provide a simple, organic and humble space where you can just be yourself. We believe that everyone is a student in this space— we are all apart of the same universal chain of interconnectedness! We hope you will join us in this incredible opportunity to unravel & remember who we truly are.

Our Retreats are for you if…

  • You are looking for a retreat that is not overwhelming in size (2-10 participants)
  • You are seeking a supportive community to connect with in the long-term— Whether it be for integration, friendship, spirituality or medicinal purposes!
  • You are unable to travel to South America or commit to a longer term retreat.
  • You feel a profound urge to become a better human, work on trauma, process challenging emotions, foster a deeper connection with Nature or expand your relationship with Spirit/Source/The Universe.

We are a “mobile ministry”. This means that we split our time between Upstate New York and the high desert of Arizona. We feel the call to be in service to both sides of this country. We also hope to someday soon travel to other states and offer our retreats in more locations.

For our New York offerings, we have a beautiful property in the woods that we hold our retreats in. We are blessed with 60 acres of forest land, with hiking trails, waterfalls and a large pond. It is completely remote, and a perfect opportunity to give yourself to solitude.  Because we host small retreats, we are able to offer a tenderness and care that births an intimacy of relationship. The better we know you the more we can curate the experience to your needs and ultimately the more you will get out of the experience.

For more information on our ceremonies and community visit us www.maharanimedicine.com

Please message us if you’d like more information about our retreats or upcoming schedule. We are always available to talk about this work if you have any questions. Thanks so much for reading and many blessings!

Vision Statement

Our vision is to become compassionate, pure, healthy, and unconditionally loving people. Through prayer, meditation and the foundational support of our ancestors and their medicines, we humbly walk this path.

In a world shrouded by illusion, our Medicine bursts through the shadows as a shining light. We call upon the guidance of our sacred plant teachers to shed hardened layers around our heart built by the suffering we have endured.

Through dance and song, we shatter resistance keeping us from a righteous and all pervading Spiritual Relationship with life. Our ancient Amazonian Medicine combined with communal celebration yields profound healing for our selves and the entire planet.

We strongly believe in the Great Spirit that dwells within all living beings. This Spirit is alive, deeply caring and calling us home to the Present Moment. We embrace all religions and creeds. All roads lead to the same One, loving and ever-present Being.

Our Mission is to provide a sacred container, as well as education and support for those who are called to Plant Medicine. Ceremony is a state of mind that can embraced every single moment of our lives. We seek to help others cultivate this way of being through integrating spiritual experience.

We also believe that human connection is a powerful gateway to the soul. Maharani Medicine offers a community space for all people to share and grow.

We honor ourselves by truly integrating our Plant Medicine journeys. In choosing to remember Love on the daily, we help the world heal. It is our prayer that we can support people, whether they are preparing for ceremony, sitting in ceremony or integrating afterward. We want every person we meet to thrive and find great internal success. We invite you to join us!

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  • Jean Sebastien L
    July 5, 2024 at 2:56 pm

    Last weekend, 28th to 31th of june I had the privilege of attending an ayahuasca retreat at Marahani Circles Retreat commonly call the Light house nestled in the heart of a lush, tranquil forest with a beautiful lake surrounding the property. It was a profound experience that exceeded my expectations, providing not just a break from the hustle of everyday life but a deeply transformative spiritual journey. Here’s a detailed review of my experience:
    **Location and Setting:**
    The Light house is aptly named, as it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. The retreat is well-designed, blending seamlessly with nature, which enhances the overall experience. The peaceful environment set the perfect stage for introspection and healing.
    **Accommodations:**
    The facilities were rustic yet comfortable, maintaining a balance between simplicity and necessity. The rooms were clean and well-maintained, providing a cozy, safe space to rest and reflect. There wasn’t much privacy in the rooms but it was all good because it allowed us to bond and reflect about the experience which was appreciated during such a profound personal journey.
    **Program Structure:**
    The retreat was well-organized, with a clear schedule that included various activities designed to complement the ayahuasca ceremonies. These included guided meditations, application of sananga an Amazonian drop that help in clearing negativity and open your third eye, we also meet with Grand father Hape that also was amazing how it bring you to stillness to calmness, grounding you, we also experienced another medicine called Kambo was a means to detoxify the body completely, and next morning we had group sharing circles which helped us prepare and integrate our experiences. The facilitators Austin, Eleana, Serenity and Mitch provided a thorough orientation, ensuring everyone understood the process and felt secure.
    **The Ayahuasca Ceremonies:**
    Led by experienced and compassionate facilitators Austin and Eleana, the ceremonies were conducted with utmost respect and care for tradition. The support staff wanna thank Mich, Forrest, Serenity were incredibly attentive providing guidance and reassurance throughout the night The music and singing, integral parts of the ceremonies, were profoundly moving and aided in the journey Eleana has an angelic voice btw.
    **Safety and Support:**
    Safety was clearly a top priority at the lighthouse Marahani circles ensuring everyone’s physical and psychological well-being. The staff was also exemplary, always on hand to offer support or assistance. Their compassion and professionalism made a significant difference in the overall experience.

    **Personal Journey and Insights:**
    The experience was nothing short of transformative. Ayahuasca opened up new perspectives. Im feeling more worthy of myself, knowing that im not alone angels definitely are watching over me. The integration sessions provided by the retreat were crucial in helping me process these insights.

    **Overall Experience:**
    The Light house Marahani circle provided an exceptional setting for an ayahuasca retreat. The combination of a supportive staff, expertly led ceremonies, and a beautiful environment facilitated a truly life-changing experience. I left the retreat feeling renewed, with a deeper understanding of myself and a new perspective on life.

    I would highly recommend the lighthouse Marahani Circles to anyone seeking a genuine and safe ayahuasca experience. It’s more than just a retreat; it’s a pivotal point in life’s journey.

    **Would I Go Again?
    Absolutely, matter of fact next month I’ll return.

  • ahmad
    June 30, 2024 at 9:00 pm

    I had a great experience at Maharani Medicine Circles. The session was truly enjoyable, and Eliana was amazing; her music has a healing quality that deeply resonated with me. Austin and Mitch, the facilitators, were truly amazing and went above and beyond. All the facilitators were very nice, helpful, and genuinely cared about the participants. I highly recommend this place and will definitely visit them again. The people are wonderful, and their home is lovely. It’s been just over a month, and my integration is going well. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience.

  • Seahawks
    June 25, 2024 at 1:35 pm

    It’s been a little over a week since visiting Eliana and Austin for ceremony. They know alot about the medicines they’re working with and provide such a open safe environment to explore on your journey. From the Facilitators to the attendees, everyone was amazing, respectful, and a joy to be around. This was my first time sitting with grandmother and I couldn’t have asked for a better environment. The amount of clarity I felt after this weekend and still to this day feels life changing. Everyday we have to grow as human beings and grandmother has helped me find a path to grow towards and I’m so thankful for everyone that was a part of my journey.

  • lady_nada
    June 19, 2024 at 9:05 am

    I found Eliana and Austin by chance. A friend I had met at a previous retreat told me about them because her husband was interested in going. So I decided to reach out and I’m so glad I did. Eliana and Austin are special souls for sure. They, along with their facilitators (who were absolutely beautiful people) held such a safe and loving space for us to sit in ceremony and do the hard work we came to do. We were fortunate to have both ceremonies outside, which they said usually doesn’t happen on Fridays. I believe it made the experience even better and more intense because we got to be connected with nature the entire time. Eliana and Austin were always available for anyone to talk to and express concerns to, vent to, cry to, laugh with, etc. And so were the facilitators. Our group was such a special group. Each person so unique, yet we all seemed to operate on the same frequency. Our energy was intense, and it just made the experience soooo freaking cool. I felt like I knew all of these people already. Ceremony was absolutely beautiful. We took sananga drops Friday night to clear our minds and open us up. And then we did a long prayer before getting into it, and I had already started crying because it hit me right in the heart. Eliana’s voice is that of an angel… especially when you’re in the medicine. Oh my goodness, that woman lulled us all with her beautiful sounds. Austin’s energy during ceremony is sooooo good. He really keeps it going. It’s hard to even put into words how this experience was for me. All I can say is that I’m eternally grateful to have been a part of it. To have met so many beautiful souls. To have a safe space to be vulnerable and work through my sh*t. I will definitely be returning, and I would recommend this to anyone who’s interested in trying Ayahuasca for the first time or even experienced folks. Just remember how important it is to do proper integration! Your diet beforehand and afterwards is so vital. And I don’t just mean what you eat… what you feed your mind, body, and soul. Meditate, do breathwork, journal, sit with yourself. Stay away from negative energies as much as you’re able. You gotta put the work in to make this work and have lasting effects.
    Thank you Eliana and Austin for an amazing weekend! Love y’all!

    Note: This review was edited for over capitalization and punctuation, but as otherwise been left in its original form.

  • Cap420
    June 18, 2024 at 7:59 pm

    Beautiful people. Beautiful space. Beautiful experience. Couldn’t have asked for a better first experience. Ohaiyew

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