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View RetreatAbout This Retreat
Journey to the heart of the Mazatec mountains for an authentic healing experience rooted in thousands of years of tradition. This 7-day retreat offers a rare opportunity to work with sacred mushrooms in their place of origin, guided by a hereditary curandera who carries the unbroken lineage of this ancient practice.
Unlike modern "psychedelic retreats," our approach honors the traditional Mazatec understanding of mushrooms as sacred teachers and healers. The velada (nighttime ceremony) follows the traditional format passed down through generations, including sacred songs (cantos), prayers, and healing techniques specific to each participant's needs.
The week includes two mushroom ceremonies, daily integration practices, traditional temazcal (sweat lodge), plant medicine consultations, and deep immersion in Mazatec culture. You'll also have time to explore the beautiful mountain landscape, visit local markets, and rest in the peaceful setting of our retreat center.
This retreat is ideal for those seeking deep healing, spiritual connection, or a meaningful encounter with one of the world's oldest psychedelic traditions. All experience levels are welcome, though we recommend some prior preparation through meditation, therapy, or other inner work.
The Setting
Our retreat center is nestled in the misty mountains of the Sierra Mazateca, the ancestral homeland of sacred mushroom use. The property features traditional adobe buildings, lush gardens of medicinal plants, and stunning views of the surrounding valleys. Ceremonies take place in a traditional ceremonial space (velada room) that has been blessed and used for healing work for over 50 years. The nearest town is a 30-minute drive away, ensuring complete privacy and immersion in nature.
Your Facilitator
Maria Elena Gonzalez
Maria Elena is a third-generation curandera (healer) from the Mazatec tradition. She learned the sacred mushroom ceremonies from her grandmother, who was a contemporary of the legendary Maria Sabina. With over 25 years of experience guiding ceremonies, Maria Elena brings deep traditional knowledge combined with sensitivity to the needs of Western participants.
Third-generation Mazatec curandera25+ years ceremony experienceTrained in traditional Mazatec healingFluent in Spanish and EnglishCertified in wilderness first aid
Legality Framework
Psilocybin mushrooms occupy a legal gray area in Mexico. While not explicitly legalized, traditional ceremonial use is culturally protected and tolerated by authorities. Our retreat center has operated openly for over 15 years without any legal issues. We work with locally grown Psilocybe mexicana and Psilocybe caerulescens, the traditional species used by the Mazatec people for centuries.
What's Included
Included
- Airport pickup and return (Oaxaca City)
- 6 nights accommodation in private or shared rooms
- All meals (traditional Oaxacan cuisine, vegetarian options available)
- Two mushroom ceremonies with Maria Elena
- Daily integration circles
- Traditional temazcal (sweat lodge) ceremony
- Plant medicine consultation
- Guided nature walks
- Visit to local Mazatec village and market
- Pre-retreat preparation call
- Post-retreat integration call
- 24/7 support during retreat
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance (required)
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for staff
- Additional private sessions (available for extra fee)
Daily Schedule
Day 1 - Arrival
2:00 PMAirport pickup in Oaxaca City
5:00 PMArrive at retreat center, settle in
7:00 PMWelcome dinner and orientation
9:00 PMOpening circle and intentions
Day 2 - Preparation
7:00 AMMorning meditation and yoga
8:30 AMBreakfast
10:00 AMPreparation workshop: Setting intentions
1:00 PMLunch
3:00 PMIndividual consultations with Maria Elena
6:00 PMLight dinner
8:00 PMTemazcal ceremony
Day 3 - First Ceremony
7:00 AMGentle morning movement
8:30 AMLight breakfast
10:00 AMRest and quiet reflection
1:00 PMLight lunch
3:00 PMCeremony preparation and cleansing
6:00 PMLight pre-ceremony meal
9:00 PMFirst velada (mushroom ceremony)
Day 4 - Integration
9:00 AMLate breakfast
11:00 AMIntegration circle
1:00 PMLunch
3:00 PMFree time: rest, journaling, nature walks
6:00 PMDinner
8:00 PMSharing circle and music
Day 5 - Second Ceremony
7:00 AMMorning meditation
8:30 AMLight breakfast
10:00 AMPlant medicine walk with Maria Elena
1:00 PMLight lunch
3:00 PMRest and preparation
6:00 PMLight pre-ceremony meal
9:00 PMSecond velada (mushroom ceremony)
Day 6 - Integration & Culture
9:00 AMLate breakfast
11:00 AMFinal integration circle
1:00 PMLunch
3:00 PMVisit to local village and market
6:00 PMFarewell dinner celebration
8:00 PMClosing ceremony and gratitude circle
Day 7 - Departure
8:00 AMBreakfast
10:00 AMDeparture to Oaxaca City airport
Guest Reviews
Jennifer M.
January 2026
This retreat changed my life in ways I'm still discovering. Maria Elena is an extraordinary healer—her presence alone is calming, and her guidance during ceremony was exactly what I needed. The setting is magical, the food is incredible, and the entire experience felt sacred and safe. I came seeking healing from grief and left with a profound sense of peace and connection. I cannot recommend this enough for anyone called to this work.
David R.
November 2025
I've done ayahuasca retreats in Peru and psilocybin in Jamaica, but this was different—more intimate, more traditional, more... real. Maria Elena carries genuine lineage and it shows in every aspect of the ceremony. The Mazatec approach is gentle yet profound. The integration support was excellent, and I appreciated the smaller group size (only 8 of us). Worth every penny and then some.
Book This Retreat
Duration7 days / 6 nights
Price$2,800 - $3,500
Group Size8-10 participants per retreat
LocationMexico
Next Available:
March 15-21, 2026
Questions? Contact the retreat directly.
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