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"How to put into words Marc, Alex and Vera (as well as all the other incredible, and welcoming humans who have hosted me).
I have returned twice, (which says a lot 🙏🏼😊). I went in March ‘23 and more recently in November. There is a home-like feel to the people and the place like no other.
The experience is always unique, to yourself and everyone else but there is a calmness and safety to the entire experience. I had experienced plant medicine in South America, and I found my time in Tenerife as such a special experience, one of connection, love, humour, self reflection, breakthroughs, understanding. But the main part is how it’s facilitated- that’s different, on each of my occasions, you really do leave as family (as cliche as that sounds!) I’ve never know a retreat to facilitate it so well. It holds a special place to me and I whole heartedly recommend this to anyone who is considering doing plant medicines for the first time, as it’s such a calming and safe environment.
Thank you all again, till the next time!
Kelli 🙏🏼"
"I understand now Mother Ayahuasca always gives you what you need. The manner in which you come to her is the manner in which you get your answer. So present to her with respect and admiration with gratitude and that's what you'll get. There are no mistakes. "
"Everything exceeded my expectations: the location, the food, the warmth of Gloria and Emma, the workshops, ... This is how life should be: late night talks and singing together at the fireplace. The psychadelic ceremony was magical and I feelt truly relaxed for the first time after years of batteling severe anxiety. I recommend it if you want to get to know yourself better and spend time with wonderful humans. "
"Kasham is an incredibly intuitive healer. I still haven’t landed yet after my retreat, but have seen so many positive changes so far.
As someone with social anxiety I was hesitant to do a group retreat, but boy am I glad I did. Think I was rid of my social anxiety on the second day and it still hasn’t returned almost a month later.
The attention to detail and execution of all activities shows the amount of preparation that goes into facilitating such a retreat. I felt taken care of throughout the week.
The ceremonies are out of this world (literally) and experiences I will carry with me throughout my life I hope.
Thank you for helping me along my healing journey
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"Absolutely Amazing - Danilo and Ilse are such loving, caring, guiding and full of compassion and wise words and advices. The entire experience was amazing - from sessions, reviling, singing and awakening your inner deep. They are fantastic musicians and great voice - the one of Ilse is like an Angel singing. Their house is great surrounded by various citrus trees, avocados, garden with vegs a cold stream and woods.
I am very grateful for it all and will be back again for sure. They became my family. Highly recommend."
"I came into this experience with a specific aspect of my life I was hoping to gain insight into — Ayahuasca delivered what I was looking for and so much more. The ceremonies were transformative and we gained a strong bond with the people who shared this journey. This is a place where you can be truly yourself without the fear of being judged. It was the most amazing and strange experience at the same time, to go through such profound happiness and joy, as well as fear and panic, it is so hard to explain. The healing and love I received will forever be in my heart. This journey opened my heart and mind to new possibilities and a better future filled with love and hope. This place and these people are absolutely amazing. I cannot express enough gratitude to the facilitators, Ariana and Colin as well as Dean, Cellene, Sergio and Sally. I felt deeply cared for and supported throughout my experience and I am unbelievably thankful. I will be back again for sure, as the journey has just began for me."
"I have been to many spiritual retreats over the years and also taken part in many different plant medicines.
Sinchi Runa is by far the most professionally run and well thought through retreat I have ever been too. I cannot praise Master Sanango and his team of professionals and experts, Ananda, Arjuna, Fiona, Andrea and Veronika enough. They go above and beyond to create a safe environment so that each individual gets the loving attention and guidance they need. They never shun away from questions and to say they go the last mile is even an understatement!
Everything is explained in a timely fashion, so you have time to surrender to the nature and leave the thinking mind before you start on the IMMENSE inner journey.
This retreat is not to be taken lightly. It's important to be far enough down the spiritual path to surrender before signing up. The preparation sent in advance is exceptionally clear. I listened to all the podcasts that explain in detail how to prepare best. What to eat, how to approach Mama Ayahuasca and what to focus on.
What is not given is a timetable, and there is a very good reason for this. It is not due to secrecy, it is because of the wisdom of 'not knowing'. Depending upon the group and the circumstances, all will take place in due time.
TRUST the process and allow the deeply experienced, gentle and warm team to guide you.
With gratitude and love. "
"Joe was a fantastic guide for the psilocybin retreat that I attended. He was warm, welcoming and engaging. He took time to spend with me one to one prior to the ceremony to allay any apprehensions that I might of had, explain the format, what to expect and generally put me at ease so I was as relaxed and open as I could be ahead of the ceremony. He was incredibly personable and I felt that I came away from the experience having made a new friend in Joe. I would definitely like to return to another of Acsauhaya's retreats with Joe maybe to experience an Ayahuasca ceremony next time. Thank you for being you Joe 🙏"
"I had been wanting to take part in a Psilocybin ceremony for a while so chose my retreat carefully and from the reviews that I read and what I saw written online about Acsauhaya I was confident that they were a credible organisation. I wasn't disappointed, they treated the whole process from booking to the retreat itself with utmost professionalism. The ceremony was an amazing experience which I really enjoyed and it left me with sense of connectedness with myself and everything around me. I would highly recommend Acsauhaya to anyone who is considering a psilocybin experince - they will will look after you with the utmost care and you will be sure to have a transformative experience. Namaste x"
"An incredible experience. Can't recommend the retreat with Kasham enough.
Such a caring and supportive environment.
Lovely location and amazing food!
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"After many years of suffering, with no relief felt from counselling and antidepressants, I thoroughly researched psilocybin. I felt this was the only possible solution of coming to terms with the loss of my Mom and the existential angst her passing left behind. From the initial phonecall to subsequent meeting, I felt a very real connection with Nancy who has a wealth of knowledge and experience and is also understanding, empathetic and puts you at ease. During my ceremony I grieved very hard for my Mom which I had not allowed myself to do for the preceeding 8 years. Nancy was by my side every minute for the whole journey and I can never thank her enough for this as I really needed a guide who would be there every step of the way with me, to help me process my deep emotions and existential thoughts. After the ceremony Nancy helped me to process the experience and gave me valuable advice on how to move forwards and how to look at things differently. I can now feel the potential for a new life, full of acceptance and positivity and joy, and this is as a result of choosing Nancy as my guide for which I will be eternally grateful."
"I do not know where to begin - I am someone who has always just got on with things, but I ended up with life attacking me all at once and was finding things very difficult.
I decided to try the psilocybe therapy as antidepressants were not working for me. How did it workout, both the treatment and Renate exceeded my expectations in a way that I just cannot put into words.
I travelled to the Netherlands with some concerns about what I might experience but Renate instilled into me a confidence and that it would be ok.
The experience itself has turned me around, partly because of the treatment but also due to Renate just being there with her kindness.
I would like to thank her for her kindness and support: words, actions, intuition, skill and knowledge.
I would highly recommend: she will always be, with great appreciation, etched in my thoughts.
Thank you.
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"The deepest and most profound experience of my life. Invaluable! Will return. Alex, Vera and Marc took great care of me. I feel very grateful "
"A first-time psilocybin experience was absolutely amazing thanks to Renate's care and guidance. An initial video chat included information on what to expect the day of the ceremony. Messaging chat helped me to best sort airports and hotels quickly. Follow-up has included information on best integrating the experience to get the most from the journey.
The atmosphere itself is quiet, calming, inviting and comfortable. Very easy to settle into the surroundings and the journey itself. After the ceremony, a flavorful soup/bread was so satisfying - a perfect way to unwind and chat through the experience and reorient.
My first journey was peaceful and enlightening. I can say I didn't necessarily get the answers I went in looking for but came away with a few answers to questions I didn't realize I needed answers. So grateful for Renate's care and experience - it's so easy to highly recommend her and Truly Loving! "
"My experience at Sinchi Runa has been transformative, and I don’t say that lightly. I came for my first 3 day retreat in September 2023 and I had no idea what to expect (I’ve returned 2 more times, the last being March 2024). I had received very kind communication from Andrea and Ananda prior to arriving (I was on a high dose of medication for ADHD which I had to come off of immediately in order to participate) but nothing could prepare me for the experience of being at Sinchi Runa.
The grounds are gorgeous, no matter the weather, the bell tents you sleep in are exactly what’s needed - clean, comfortable, and beautifully basic. The food is delicious, clearly cooked with love and feels so good for your body. I’m vegan but can’t imagine meat eaters feeling hard done by from the abundance of food.
This is a retreat centre where you can properly do the work. The complete silence (unless in ceremony prep) is scary at first but becomes so welcome and is now one of the things I crave most when I’m back home. If you want to go deep with plant medicine, this is the place to do it. It is a safe, loving environment and structured in such a way that prepares you to surrender and learn. The tobacco purge is as important as the ayahuasca - don’t worry about the throwing up. I promise that in the moment, it really doesn’t matter in the slightest.
The changes that have occurred in myself and my life post-ceremony are without number. It is life-changing, not least because I have been able to stop taking my ADHD medication, and I don’t feel that there is a limit to what these plants can heal for us and help us learn/remember.
Maestro Sanango speaks eloquently on plant medicine, journeys into the self and into the greater oneness. He is a masterful presence and full of light. Ananda is his skilled interpreter and assistant, his presence is calming and peaceful, he is a lovely soul to share the journey with. Arjuna assists in ceremony and is a sweet spirit that offers support to all, as is Fiona, who cooks gorgeously and supports attendees with deeply loving kindness. Andrea helps organise incoming participants with sweetness and patience (lots of patience!).
If you’re looking for an ayahuasca retreat that is safe (I came as a single woman & never felt uncomfortable or at risk), honours the plants, and will help you change/evolve/develop, this is the one. "
"Very laid back atmosphere with professional healers, they are also very experienced so they inform you well and they have a great routine checking up on people during ceremonis whit out interfering in the experience. Spectacular vegetarian food and dessert included in the price. Up in the mountains where the weather may change so bring some warm clothes as well. "
"I had a lot of existential thoughts and blockages that I wanted to look at from a new perspective with the help of psilocybin. Alan took time in a Zoom call to understand me and my goals. I booked a 1 Day Private Psilocybin Ceremony in Amsterdam and Alan arrived to my flat. He took care of my needs at the time of the experience and provided a great guidance. Also the Zoom call conversation to integrate my experience into my life was very useful and helpful. My mind is now full of new ideas about old stuff, which never crossed my mind before. So I'm very grateful for this journey!"
"I enjoyed my time with the Shamanzon family.
The facilitators were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable in what they needed to do to support everyone.
The accommodation is excellent; a beautiful, clean and comfortable house in a wonderful location with breathtaking views 😍
Delicious food, lovingly prepared, we were well fed!
This was not my first time taking Ayahuasca, but it was my first time experiencing it in mainly silence, which I found quite difficult but I plan to return and attend another retreat with the Shamanzon family.
Thank you all!
Purple
💜 🇯🇲 ♉"
"My psilocybin journey was a deeply transformative voyage into the depths of my psyche, where I confronted aspects of myself that had long been hidden beneath the surface. As ego boundaries dissolved, I gained profound insights into my thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, laying the foundation for profound personal growth and introspection.
The guidance and support provided by Suzanne, Marion, James, and Sebastian were instrumental in guiding me through the labyrinth of the psychedelic experience. Their expertise and empathy created a nurturing environment in which I felt empowered to explore the recesses of my mind without fear or judgment. Whether offering gentle reassurance or profound insights, they demonstrated a deep understanding of the transformative power of psilocybin.
The surroundings in which my journey unfolded were nothing short of breathtaking. Surrounded by the serene beauty of the outside area and the cozy comforts of the indoor setting, every detail was meticulously curated to enhance the overall experience.
Above all, Suzanne, Marion, James, and Sebastian created an atmosphere of safety and trust that allowed me to fully surrender to the psychedelic experience. Their unwavering presence and compassionate care ensured that I felt supported and protected throughout the journey, enabling me to navigate the depths of my subconscious with courage and resilience.
In conclusion, my psilocybin journey was a profound odyssey of self-exploration and transformation, made possible by the exceptional guidance of Suzanne, Marion, James, and Sebastian, and the awe-inspiring surroundings that enveloped me. Through their collective efforts, they created a safe and nurturing space in which I could embark on a journey of inner discovery, emerging with newfound insights, clarity, and lightness."
"I attended a retreat last month and it was a life changing experience. I’m still working to integrate what I experienced but it was profound beyond words. The other participant in the retreat was a kind soul and I was touched by what we shared together. They similarly also expressed having a profound and transformative experience.
The first day, Renate and Martijn picked me up from the station and took me to the retreat centre. We went over what to expect and prepared for the session. I mentioned that I did a retreat before in a different country, but it didn’t have much of an effect on me. As a result, we decided to start off the first session with the maximum dose. During the session, I encountered strong feelings of feeling alone and abandoned — as a result, I called out for help, and they held my hand for an hour and placed a hand on my shoulder. I started to feel the warmth of the connection flood in, and it felt like my subconscious was receiving a software patch to help resolve those feelings that may have been present since childhood. I understand now what it would mean to have a bad trip. If it weren’t for guides like Renate and Martijn, I would’ve most likely ended up stuck in a dark place. In addition, I have a slight discomfort around the presence of cats in general, but as time went on I warmed up to Felix, the resident cat, and felt that he was watching out for me while helping me on my journey.
The second day, I had a strong reaction to the medicine and was stuck in the WC for quite a while. Martijn kindly offered me a bucket in case I needed one, and I felt that one was required. At one point during the session, I was moving around quite a bit and Martijn offered some advice that helped me go deeper and let go of the energy that was trapped, which led to a truly profound experience that is difficult to capture in words. It became a recursive loop with a focus that led to a certain feeling of unity while the mind was quiet.
On the third and final day, we had an integration session. They recommended books and talks to go over, and I am currently diving into them now, working on the integration. I feel you get out what you put into the retreat, and the more you are willing to experience darker parts that you may want to run away from, the more transformative it will be. The aftercare email and advice were key factors I feel that differentiate this retreat from the other one I went to in the past in a different country. Although the other retreat had interesting experiences, I feel that I wasn’t able to integrate them in daily life the same way I am integrating with this retreat. Writing this review several weeks after the retreat shows that I now experience permanent changes in key areas in my life and am working to integrate the other changes in a more permanent way.
The food during the retreat was delicious and nutritious, I devoured everything that was offered and am grateful for every meal that we shared together. The music selection was perfect and even now I listen to the songs from time to time to help reactivate different experiences that I encountered.
I’m grateful to Renate and Martijn (& Felix) as well as the other participant and would highly recommend this retreat for anyone looking for personal transformation and insight to better themselves and help create a better and kinder world."
"I loved every moment of my seven days spent at Sinchi Runa. It was the biggest breakthrough of my life. Maestro Sanango and the team were special and made me feel safe and right at home. The amount of information I downloaded during the ceremonies was mind boggling. Words, images, symbols, ideas concepts, and most importantly insights into who I am, the real self, not the one that was constructed by all the stories I was meant to believe about myself. And that was exactly what I came for, to re-discover my authentic self, without chains, without trauma, free to be the human that God designed me to be.
Thank you so much <3
- Giovanna"
"I participated in their 3 night retreat and was very happy to be called to that place and those people.
The communication was easy and straightforward before, during and after the retreat, also many languages were spoken - so that gave it an easy start. My accommodation was in a single room because I prefer privacy - it was nice, clean, cosy and comfortable. As a matter of fact all the facilities are so much better in real life than on the photos here! The food was plentiful and nutritious, the hosts and facilitators were caring all the time.
For me it was very important to have authentic shamans while doing the medicine, so having Taita Josè Antonio and Mamita Yolimar conduct the ceremonies and being available for discussion only made the experience more valuable and profound.
I shall definitely return and can only recommend Shamanzon, because here one can combine authenticity, deep healing and value for money.
Thank you 🙏🏻"
"I had an amazing journey with Siddiq. He hosted me with his thoughtful and caring partner Payton that cooked amazingly vegan herbal meals. Both made me safe and comfortable. I had a wonderful big room in this arty house in the mountains. The perfect landscape to connect with mushrooms. Siddiq hold the space respectfully with presence and gave me an amazing massage to relax and get into my trip. He was present all along to support whenever I had emotional moments. I highly recommend to be accompany by Siddiq !"
"I recently had the privilege of participating in a session facilitated by Siddiq, and I must say it was a truly meaningful experience. From the moment I reached out to inquire about joining a psilocybin session, Siddiq was incredibly attentive and supportive. He took the time to address all my concerns and provided invaluable materials to help me prepare for the session, including a wealth of resources like videos, podcasts, and books. These resources served as a roadmap for further exploration and reflection, both before and after the session.
Upon arriving at the retreat, Siddiq made me feel completely at ease. He listened attentively to my apprehensions and took proactive steps to ensure my comfort. The relaxation exercises we engaged in beforehand were instrumental in calming my nerves and fostering a sense of acceptance.
Throughout the session, Siddiq was a steadfast presence, guiding me through each stage of the journey with compassion and expertise. His unwavering support, whether it was holding my hand during moments of fear or offering insightful suggestions when I felt lost, was truly invaluable. Even after the effects of the mushroom had subsided, Siddiq remained by my side, helping me process and integrate the experience.
The following day, we took a rejuvenating walk in the woods, allowing me to reconnect with nature and engage in meaningful conversation. Through it all, I came to a profound realization: individuals like Siddiq are the catalysts for healing in this world. His dedication, empathy, and wisdom have left an indelible mark on me, and for that, I am deeply grateful."
"We didn't talk with words with Mamita Yolimar Loreto Robles but we did that in a telepathic way and I am so glad of the experience and conclusions which came to me during the ceremony. I loved her singing and talking about the blessings we have and how important is to be aware of this.
Listen to your inner divine self and do as you feel, because the medicine will give you all you need and not what you want ❤️❤️❤️"
"I took the medicine for the first time with Taita Jose and I am so glad for this choice, the medicine was so nice to me and I had a very inspirational experience.
I would advise for the first time not to make any expectations, just let yourself free and flow.
An important aspect I would like to share is to follow all the recommendations and restrictions before and during the ceremony.
Listen to your inner divine self and do as you feel, because the medicine will give you all you need and not what you want ❤️❤️❤️
I left with a very god advice from Taita which I am trying to apply in my daily life: do everything with passion and nothing with obligation.
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"If you are looking for a retreat, and you arrived on this site and you read this, this is for a reason. I took the medicine for the first time with Shamanzon and I am so glad I trusted to them this experience. They gave me the sufficient amount of details and information I needed before the ceremony, during and even after, I feel free to contact them with questions because the ceremony is just the starting of a new page of your new life book.
There are no wrong or correct questions so do not hesitate to address all of them.
I would advise for the first time not to make any expectations, just let yourself free and flow.
The most important aspect is that Shamanzon brings the real and authentic shamans on their retreats and they do a good translation during the ceremony. I will definitely join again when Taita José Antonio Jansasoy and Mamita Yolimar Loreto Robles will come again to Shamanzon and I want to go there with my mother ❤️
An important aspect I would like to share is to follow all the recommendations and restrictions before and during the ceremony, this will help you to have a pleasant ceremony and less adverse events, this I am telling you as a pharmacist ☺️ I followed all the recommendations and even more, I stopped the alcohol about 5 months before, no smoking for 3 years, no coffee, no meet few days before the ceremony and in the morning I had my bin clean.
Listen to your inner divine self and do as you feel, because the medicine will give you all you need and not what you want ❤️❤️❤️"
"I recommend this retreat to anyone who is interested in trying these medicines in a safe and non-judgemental environment. I had a call with Emma and Gloria before the retreat and they were very patient in answering any questions I had. They both have an extremely calming and warm presence and are very knowledgeable in their fields. During the ceremony they were exceptionally responsive and in tune with what everybody needed in that moment and I was very impressed and appreciative of them.
The retreat itself attracted interesting women who were also drawn to reflection, self-improvement and vulnerability. I found it very rewarding to meet other people who were interested in experiencing transformative changes in their lives and felt like we had a lot of meaningful conversations. Thank you Emma and Gloria for a wonderful retreat and for all the work you do!"
"I went into this experience open minded not knowing what to expect as I had never done anything like it. All I can say is WOW I was completely mind blown. The whole hearted love and support I felt while there was out of this world! I came out a whole new women with a mind set I never thought I could achieve.
I would highly recommend to anybody looking to change their mindset or just have time to relax and reconnect.
Danilo and Ilse are the most warm welcoming and loving couple to invite you into their beautiful home in the most beautiful location. They really helped me feel connected and I am very thankful for the emotional support they gave me during my time with them. "