The Ayahuasca Diet (or dieta) is an essential preparation for ceremony, helping purify body and mind while ensuring safety with sacred yagé. This complete guide explains the foods to avoid (MAOI interactions, tyramine risks), the meals that support clarity, and how long to follow the dieta before and after ceremony. Rooted in both indigenous wisdom and modern safety practices, it’s the foundation for a transformative retreat.
If you’re also exploring retreats, see our Ayahuasca Retreats in Medellín – Complete Guide and the Ultimate Guide to Safe Ayahuasca Retreats in Colombia.
Ayahuasca retreats are everywhere now. Colombia, Peru, Costa Rica… each one promising transformation. But the truth is that not all retreats carry the same roots, safety, or intention. A real ayahuasca retreat Colombia—one rooted in lineage, elders, and a living tradition—feels very different from a luxury detox center or a…
When people first hear about ayahuasca, the next question often comes fast: is it legal? It’s an understandable concern. The brew has made its way from the deep Amazon to city yoga studios and online documentaries, and with that expansion has come confusion — between medicine and drug, between ceremony and consumption….
Every person who drinks ayahuasca — or yagé, as it is called in Colombia — walks a path that is at once deeply personal and universally human. The medicine doesn’t hand out miracles; it opens doors. What you find behind them depends on the courage to look, the humility to…
There’s a wide range of prices when you start researching ayahuasca retreats. Some promise “luxury” experiences for thousands of dollars, others offer “authentic” jungle ceremonies for the cost of a local guesthouse. But what do these prices really reflect? Let’s take a closer look at what influences ayahuasca retreat cost…
Our 3-day ayahuasca retreat near Medellín is for people seeking an authentic and structured experience. It includes two days of preparation and three nights of ceremony and integration. The retreat is guided by experienced facilitators who follow ancestral traditions with a focus on safety, clarity, and respect. Preparation Wednesday: Arrival…
Ayahuasca retreat near me is one of the most common searches people make when they begin to feel the call of this medicine. The longing is real — a desire for healing, clarity, or a deeper connection with life. But the truth is that in the United States and most…
Medellín no solo es la “ciudad de la eterna primavera”, también es una de las puertas de entrada más accesibles para vivir un retiro de ayahuasca (yagé) en Colombia. Cada vez más personas, tanto locales como extranjeros, buscan un espacio seguro y auténtico donde conectar con esta medicina ancestral. 👉…
The ceremony begins the moment you commit to the journey, not when you drink the medicine. This truth, passed down through generations of Colombian Taitas, reminds us that preparation is sacred work—a bridge between your everyday life and the profound healing that awaits. If you’re reading this, you’re likely feeling…
Choosing a retreat is the first act of responsibility. This guide shows how to evaluate options in Medellín: lineage, safety, group size, and integration. For a full city overview, see our main page on ayahuasca in Medellín. Common Pitfalls When Choosing an Ayahuasca Retreat in Medellín Before you decide, watch…
Searching for an affordable ayahuasca retreat in Colombia that doesn’t compromise on safety or tradition? At Camino al Sol in El Retiro, we’ve been guiding safe, authentic yagé ceremonies for 15+ years. With small groups, bilingual support, and complete packages starting at $650 USD, we make deep healing accessible without…
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