Frequently Asked Questions

No. We welcome both first-time participants and those with long experience. What matters most is your readiness, openness, and intention. Newcomers receive additional guidance on set, setting, and integration.

Book a short connection call or message us on WhatsApp. After approval, you’ll receive a Preparation Guide covering dieta, practices, and logistics. Preparation usually includes light dietary adjustments, grounding practices, journaling, and rest.

In the Tulum area of Mexico, surrounded by jungle and sacred cenotes. Exact venue details are shared with confirmed participants to protect the privacy and energetic integrity of the space.

After booking, you’ll receive travel details, local transportation options, and support for airport transfers.

Comfortable clothing, a journal, a water bottle, and any personal items that help you feel grounded. Ceremony materials and nourishing meals are provided. You’ll receive a complete packing list in your Preparation Guide.

Please disclose all medical conditions during intake. Some conditions or medications may require your doctor’s approval or temporary adjustment. If something isn’t aligned for your safety, we’ll guide you toward the best next step.

Yes — participants must be 18+.

Please see the cancellation policy on our website or contact us directly. Deposits are non-refundable but transferable; we always handle cancellations with understanding and care.

Each day is held with intention — gentle preparation, grounding practices, ceremony, nourishing meals, dedicated rest, and integration. Ceremonies may include Ayahuasca, Bufo Alvarius, San Pedro (Wachuma), Niño Santos (Sacred Mushrooms), and Cacao, each guided with reverence, music, and prayer. You’ll also experience breathwork, movement, and group integration to anchor your insights.

Safety is foundational. We screen all applicants, keep groups intimate, and work with experienced facilitators (and medical support when needed). Protocols include individual dosing, clear ceremony guidance, and post-ceremony monitoring.

Yes. All ceremonies are held in accordance with Mexican law, guided by experienced facilitators who honor the traditional use of each medicine. We uphold strict safety and ethics — no recreational use and no mixing of incompatible medicines.

We invite participants to unplug and be present. Wi-Fi is intentionally limited, with an emergency contact available for loved ones.

Yes. Each person must apply and be approved individually to ensure group safety and harmony.

Groups are intentionally small — typically 6–12 participants — to ensure personalized support and intimacy.

Ceremonies and integration are conducted primarily in English (with Spanish support as needed). Let us know if you require translation.

Yes. We provide nourishing, plant-based meals designed to support your process. Vegan and gluten-free options are available upon request.

Integration is central to lasting benefit. We offer group integration, optional 1:1 follow-ups, and practices like breathwork, somatic release, and journaling to ground your experience. You’ll be invited to stay connected with the Amara community.

For safety reasons, pregnant or nursing individuals cannot participate in plant medicine ceremonies. You’re warmly welcome at a future retreat when it’s right for your body.

Comfortable, tranquil rooms designed for deep rest and reflection — with options for shared or private accommodation depending on availability.

Yes. We offer ongoing integration support, community spaces, and resources to help you embody your experience long after you return home.

If you feel a sincere inner calling to heal, remember, and reconnect — in a safe, loving, and well-held space — this retreat may be for you. You don’t need all the answers; bring your intention and an open heart.