Ayahuasca Retreats in Europe

Ayahuasca is a traditional Amazonian brew made from two plants. What we serve is Yagé, the name used in Colombia, prepared with Taitas of the Cofán lineage in the Putumayo from the Yagé vine and Chagropanga, and nothing else.

It has been used ceremonially for generations as a tool for reflection, cleansing and inner work. It is not recreational and it is not taken alone.

In Spain, ayahuasca is not forbidden when used for personal, spiritual or ceremonial purposes within private, non-profit contexts. This differs from many other countries where ayahuasca is prohibited, including the United Kingdom, France, Israel and Russia.

For this reason Spain is one of the few places where Ayahuasca Retreats in Europe can be held discreetly and responsibly.

It is a plant medicine used in a ceremonial context, not a recreational substance. There is no party, no music you choose, and nobody takes it to feel good. The night is often uncomfortable.

We screen every participant, we do not admit anyone with a medical or psychiatric contraindication, and participation in every practice is voluntary.

Ayahuasca is safe when approached with responsibility, proper screening and experienced guidance. At Mahanse, safety starts before the retreat through a careful selection process and clear contraindications.

During the ceremonies Fransie and the team are present at all times. Ayahuasca can be intense and is not suitable for everyone, so participation is always a personal, informed decision.

No prior experience is required. Some participants are new to plant medicine, others have worked with it before, and many have never taken any psychedelic.

Intention, and being ready to receive whatever comes, matters more than experience.

Preparation includes following a specific diet and lifestyle guidelines before the retreat, such as avoiding alcohol, drugs, certain foods and incompatible medications. These recommendations support safety and clarity.

Preparation is also mental and emotional. We send clear instructions in advance and we are available to answer questions during that phase.

What changes is different for every person, and we will not pretend to know what it will be for you. Most people leave with insight and emotional clarity. Some meet challenge, or stillness.

What we can promise is a well held space, an experienced team, and support before, during and after. The meaning you make of it stays yours.

Participation in every activity during the retreat is always voluntary. Listening to your limits is part of the process and is fully respected.

Resting, observing or sitting out a ceremony can be as meaningful as participating, depending on the moment and the person.

The retreat includes accommodation, all meals aligned with the ceremonial diet, three guided ceremonies, preparation support, integration circles, breathwork and the presence of an experienced team. The private room also includes a full one to one therapy session inside the retreat.

It does not include travel, the airport transfer, kambó sessions or massage treatments. Full details are shared in advance so you can decide with clarity.

Integration becomes essential. We encourage participants to move slowly, rest, and allow time for the experience to settle. We offer integration guidance, a WhatsApp community with other participants and one group video call.

We do not position ourselves as ongoing authorities. How insights are integrated into daily life depends on personal choices and individual responsibility, but the team remains available and further sessions can be booked if you need them.