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November 9th to 17th
December 18th to 26th
January 25th to February 2nd
February 17th to 25th (Men’s Retreat)
March 29th to April 6th (Women’s Retreat)
May 9th to 18th
May 31st to June 8th
Mission and Vision
Vikara, meaning “transformation” in Sanskrit, is a retreat centre built with love to empower individuals to connect with their true selves and discover their own way to healing, serving and living their full potential. We strive to foster a network of conscious and responsible human beings who seek spiritual growth and evolution.
Our vision extends beyond the individual, as we envision a world where everyone reconnects with their essence, fostering personal healing and collective transformation in harmony with Mother Earth.
Safe Ayahuasca Retreats & Small Groups
Your safety and well-being are paramount at our Ayahuasca & Healing Retreats. We foster a supportive environment with intimate groups of no more than 10 participants, allowing our experienced facilitators to offer personalized attention and prioritize your complete well-being throughout your transformative journey. At Vikara, you embark on a healing journey supported by our team of experience in facilitators and space holders. Here, you can experience profound tranformation and step back into the world empowered to live a life aligned with your true essence.
We use the term “facilitator” to highlight the distinct role our practitioners play. While trained by traditional shamans and deeply knowledgeable in the medicine’s power, their perspective combines this ancient wisdom with an understanding of Western psychology and contemporary mindsets. This unique blend allows our facilitators to bridge the gap between traditional healing and the needs of modern individuals, enabling personalised guidance and a more relatable experience for many participants.
9-Day Ayahuasca Retreat Itinerary
Pre-Retreat:
Welcome phone call with retreat center staff. Discuss intentions, dietary restrictions, and answer any questions you may have.
Additiona week before : Pre-retreat Zoom call with all participants and facilitators for introductions and information sharing. (See previous information for call structure)
Healing Retreat Itinerary
Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival & Welcome
Morning: Arrival at the Retreat Center. Welcome by the staff and introduction to the facilities and routines.
Midday: Light lunch and opening session. Meet your fellow retreat participants and the facilitators. Introduction to the Ayahuasca experience and safety guidelines.
Evening: Group dinner. Early rest to recover from the journey.
Day 2 (Sunday): Group Family Constellation
Morning: Breakfast. Start of the group family constellation session.
Midday: Healthy lunch.
Afternoon: Continuation of the family constellation session.
Evening: Dinner and rest.
Day 3 (Monday): Breathwork and San Pedro Medicine Temazcal
Morning: Breakfast and naturopathy-iridology session.
Midday: Light lunch.
Afternoon:Breathwork session.
Evening: San Pedro medicine temazcal ceremony.
Day 4 (Tuesday): Integration & Nature
Morning: Breakfast and time to enjoy nature and relax.
Midday: Lunch.
Afternoon: Integration session by the sea and yoga session.
Evening: Group dinner and free time to meditate, read, or socialize.
Day 5 (Wednesday): First Ayahuasca Ceremony
Morning: Tobacco purge on an empty stomach. Breakfast.
Midday: Light lunch.
Afternoon: Group discussion and preparation for the first Ayahuasca ceremony. Cleansing plant bath from the Amazon and time for rest.
Evening: First Ayahuasca ceremony.
Day 6 (Thursday): Integration & Yoga
Morning: Light breakfast and time for journaling and reflecting on the previous ceremony.
Afternoon: Integration session with the facilitator and group discussion. Yoga session to integrate.
Evening: Dinner and free time.
Day 7 (Friday): Second Ayahuasca Ceremony
Morning: Breakfast and time to enjoy nature.
Midday: Light lunch.
Afternoon: Yoga session.
Evening: Second Ayahuasca ceremony.
Day 8 (Saturday): Integration & Temazcal
Morning: Light breakfast and time for journaling and reflecting on the previous ceremony.
Midday: Lunch.
Afternoon: Integration session with the facilitator and temazcal ceremony for purification and renewal.
Evening: Farewell dinner.
Day 9 (Sunday): Departure
Morning: Light breakfast and closing ceremony to express gratitude for the experience and the insights gained.
Mid-morning: Transportation back to the starting location.
Post-zoom call with the entire group two weeks after the retreat.
We offer different types of retreats throughout the year, including private and personalized retreats tailored to your specific needs.
It is an honor for us to welcome you into our sacred space, lovingly created to share healing from the heart.
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korinaj
May 15, 2023 at 3:11 pmVikara is an incredible place. What distinguishes it to me are the small group sizes (8-9 people max) which allows everyone to bond closely and to fully absorb the teachings of the medicine women and men, as well as being right on the beach! I truly became a plant medicine enthusiast overnight after experiencing transformational heart and psychological healing. I left this retreat more connected to myself, my partner, and the earth than I have ever been. And I can’t say enough good things about the staff and the curanderos, all of whom are beautiful, heart-centered people with so much wisdom and knowledge. I felt very safe in their hands and would definitely go back and recommend it to others. Leaving was the only terrible part!
rambo22
April 9, 2023 at 10:54 amWe had an incredible time at Vikara and would highly recommend it to anyone considering it. Roey, Colas and team were incredible and made us feel so comfortable, relaxed and welcomed. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience and I would love to go back!
Stephanie Hermine
April 4, 2023 at 11:31 amAt Vikara the ocean is with you all the time, it’s the first thing you hear and feel when you wake up and the last thing when you fall asleep. The ocean is with you during ceremony and will make you feel at ease and strong at the same time. The fact that the groups are smaller than at most other retreats will make you feel safe and seen. If you are looking into doing Plant Medicine for the fist time I would really recommend this place but I guess I’m going back soon so also for people that have done it already this is where you wanna go 🙂 The staff is amazingly sweet and professional and the energy around the place, people and overall experience will truly heal your soul <3
amelievoss
February 20, 2023 at 3:12 amVikara is a home for everyone. Their 9 day retreat changed my life.
If you search a place where you can do Ayahuasca in a way full of love and connected to nature, this is where you should do this.
The staff and all the people who work and live there are so open and kind. Even all the animals living there are vibrating on the same level of energy as they do.
Their food is more than delicious and the rooms are perfect.
I really recommend you all going there for your rebirth. I am so so so thankful.
PJ Voss
February 16, 2023 at 10:39 amVikara is the n° 1 place where pure comfort and the true primal experience of plant medicine comes together.
If you’re looking for a transformative and healing experience, look no further than the ayahuasca retreat at Vikara led by Roey and Nadia. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel right at home under their nurturing care. These two experts have an unparalleled wealth of knowledge and experience with plant medicines, and they’re eager to share their wisdom with you.
But it’s not just the powerful ceremonies that makes Vikara so special. The location itself is breathtaking. Nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of mother earth, you’ll have the opportunity to connect deeply with the planet and with yourself. Take a dip in the luxurious pool, or step outside to enjoy a peaceful beach walk. And of course, the hospitality is second to none. You’ll feel like you’re part of a warm and welcoming family from the moment you arrive.
Don’t just take our word for it, though. The energy of Vikara is impossible to capture in pictures or words – you simply have to experience it for yourself. If you’re ready to embark on a life-changing journey of self-discovery, we can’t recommend this retreat highly enough. Under the guidance of Roey and Nadia, you’ll be in the best possible hands, and you’ll leave feeling renewed, refreshed, and transformed.