Retreat short info
“Excellent” — guests consistently praise the facilitation, food, and deep integration support.
About Shamanic Way of Light
Retreat Overview
Join a guided 3‑day, 2‑night weekend ayahuasca retreat near Colorado Springs led by an experienced shamanic team. The program combines two plant‑medicine ceremonies with supportive practices—yoga, meditation, specialized workshops, and integration sessions—to facilitate healing and spiritual insight. Safety protocols, pre‑screening, and post‑retreat support are provided.
- 👤 Founder(s) / CEO: (Needs confirmation)
- 🏢 Host / Organization: Shamanic Way of Light
- 📍 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
- 🗣️ Language Spoken: (Needs confirmation)
- 👥 Number of Guests / Facilitators: Up to 15 participants; facilitators: Milena (shaman) and Abi (guide)
- 📅 Number of Days / Sessions: 3 days / 2 nights; 2 Ayahuasca ceremonies (evenings)
- 💵 Price Range: From US$550 (different lodging options available)
- 💊 Medicine Type: Ayahuasca (traditional brew)
- 💙 Specializing In: Shamanic Ayahuasca ceremonies, plant medicine circles (Rapé, Sananga, Cumbayá), integration work
- 🌿 How Medicine is Sourced: The organizers state their ayahuasca brew follows teachings from the Kariri Xocó tribe of the Brazilian Amazon
- 🩺 Medical Emergency Plan (If no doctor on site): (Needs confirmation)
- 🔗 Booking Link / Website: Book
Retreat Highlights
- Ayahuasca Ceremonies – Two sacred Ayahuasca ceremonies guided by an experienced shamanic facilitator, supported throughout the night.
- Traditional Plant Medicines – Additional medicine circles including Rapé, Sananga, and Cumbayá to deepen the process and grounding.
- Integration Support – Pre‑ and post‑retreat integration sessions and 1:1 guidance to help process insights and apply them to daily life.
- Workshops & Practices – Spiritual workshops, guided meditations, daily yoga, and specialized sessions (e.g., Self‑Love, Masculine/Feminine).
- Home‑cooked Meals – Vegetarian meals prepared by the shaman (Milena) with dietary accommodations available.
- Intimate Group – Small group setting (min 10 / max 15) offering personalized attention and community connection.
About This Retreat
About This Retreat
This is a short, immersive weekend designed for healing, exploration, and spiritual transformation using traditional Ayahuasca in a supported, small‑group environment. The facilitators (a shamanic couple) lead ceremonies, additional plant‑medicine circles, and workshops to help participants access insight, release blockages, and start integration work.
Safety is emphasised through pre‑screening, a required video consult, medical questionnaire, and background check; on‑site practices include guided meditations, yoga, personal check‑ins during ceremonies, and post‑retreat integration to help incorporate learnings.
Accommodations
Travel & Arrival Details
📍 Venue / Exact Address: Exact address provided after booking confirmation (sent after video consult and forms).
✈️ Getting Here:
- Book flight to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS).
- The facilities are approximately a 50‑minute drive west of the airport.
- Transfers are not provided by the host; use Uber/Lyft, taxi, or rented car.
🧳 Travel Tips:
- Pack layers—temperatures can vary, and ceremonies can make you feel cold or hot.
- Bring an eye mask, comfortable clothes, closed‑toe shoes, toiletries, a water bottle, journal, and any comfort items.
- Address and additional directions will be provided upon confirmed booking.
Accommodation Options
Name: Shared Floor / Couch / Air mattress (budget option)
Price: US$550
Details: Couch, air mattress, cot, or pallet + amenities + food; budget option for travelers.
Inclusions: Accommodation (2 nights), all meals, ceremonies, workshops, and access to facilities.
Notes: Ideal for travelers on a budget.
Name: Shared Single Bed
Price: US$700
Details: Shared bedroom with single bed + amenities + food; more comfort than floor option.
Inclusions: Accommodation (2 nights), all meals, ceremonies, workshops, and access to facilities.
Name: Private Quarters (price for 2 people)
Price: US$1,250
Details: Private bedroom for two (couples or friends) + amenities + food.
Name: 1 Ceremony Only (no accommodation)
Price: US$300
Details: Program price to attend one Ayahuasca ceremony only; lodging not included (commonly for locals). Status: Sold Out (as shown).
- 📶 Free Wifi
- 🛁 Towels
- 🍳 Kitchen
- ☕ Coffee/Tea
- 🧺 Laundry
- 🅿️ Free parking
- ❄️ A/C rooms
- ♨️ Heating
Venue & Amenities
- 📶 Free Wifi
- ☕ Coffee/Tea
- ❄️ A/C rooms
- ♨️ Heating
- 🧺 Laundry
- 🅿️ Free Parking
- 🍳 Kitchen
- 🧹 Housekeeping
Venue Description: Secluded, tranquil location near Colorado Springs with mountain views and natural surroundings intended to support deep reflection and ceremonial work. Exact address is provided to guests after booking confirmation.
Meals
Meals are primarily vegetarian (eggs may be used in some dishes to respect ceremonial dietary practice). The host states meals are home‑cooked by Milena, and dietary needs (gluten, nut, dairy) can be accommodated.
- Breakfast: Healthy vegan breakfast (example schedule)
- Lunch: Nutritious midday meal
- Dinner: Light pre‑ceremony meal / post‑ceremony communal eating
Ceremony
Practitioner Profiles
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Source: bookretreats.com Milena
Shamanic facilitator & chef
Milena is presented on the page as the lead shaman who prepares the medicine and cooks meals for the retreat. She guides ceremonies and administers traditional medicines such as Rapé and Sananga, offering compassionate, hands‑on presence during ceremonies. The page emphasises her role in creating a nurturing ceremonial environment and preparing consecrated food for guests.
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Source: bookretreats.com Abi
Guide / ceremony assistant
Abi is described as the guide who works alongside Milena, supporting participants emotionally and practically during ceremonies and integration. The page notes Abi’s background in counseling/psychology before becoming a guide and highlights her role in providing mental‑health‑oriented support during the retreat.
Ceremony & Medicine Info
Type of Plant Medicine: Ayahuasca (traditional brew taught to the shamanic house by the Kariri Xocó tribe; hosts state they do NOT add synthetic DMT or other unnatural ingredients)
Setting & Atmosphere: Sacred, shamanic ceremony space in a secluded property near Colorado Springs; ceremonies are led by an experienced shaman and supported by the guide and team.
Opening Practices: Intentions setting, Rapé and Sananga circles, flower baths, guided meditations and light pre‑ceremony rituals.
Facilitation Style: Compassionate, hands‑on shamanic facilitation with psychological support from the guide; emphasis on safety and integration.
Participant Experience: Individual experiences vary — purging (vomiting), emotional release, insights; ceremonies typically last 4–6 hours with ongoing support for participants who need additional time.
Safety & Support: Thorough pre‑screening, video consult, medical questionnaire, background check, trained facilitators present during ceremonies, and post‑retreat integration sessions.
Duration & Closure: Ceremonies are evening events (~4–6 hours). Integration and closure occur through post‑ceremony circles and scheduled integration sessions.
Cultural/Spiritual Context: The hosts reference Amazonian shamanic lineage (Kariri Xocó teaching for the brew) and traditional plant‑medicine rites.
Safety & Screening
Pre-Retreat Screening Includes: Required video consultation, completion of a medical questionnaire, and passing a background check before booking can be completed; host conducts screening to ensure participant readiness.
Contraindications: The page emphasises strict screening but does not list an exhaustive contraindication list on the public page — specific medical/medication contraindications (SSRIs, MAOIs, antipsychotics, pregnancy, etc.) are not explicitly provided here (Needs confirmation).
On-Site Safety & Emergency Support: Trained facilitators and guides present during ceremonies; safety protocols and emotional/ceremonial support described. Exact on‑site medical professional availability is not specified (Needs confirmation).
Emergency Medical Support: The retreat states adherence to safety protocols and screening; details about an on‑site doctor or ambulance plan are not explicitly provided on the page (Needs confirmation).
Schedule
Before the Retreat
All participants must schedule a video consultation, complete a medical questionnaire, and pass a background check before booking is completed. The host conducts screening to ensure readiness and safety. Directions and the exact venue address are provided after booking confirmation.
During the Retreat
On‑site programming includes two Ayahuasca ceremonies (evening), additional plant medicine circles (Rapé, Sananga, Cumbayá), daily yoga and meditation sessions, specialized workshops (e.g., Self‑Love, Masculine/Feminine), flower baths, communal meals, sharing circles, and 1:1 integration support. Facilitators monitor participants during ceremonies and provide safe, consent‑based care.
Example Schedule
Schedule Overview: The site provides a sample full‑day schedule; activities and times may vary by weekend.
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome (example)
- Arrival and check‑in (afternoon)
- Sage yoga and guided meditation
- Healthy vegan breakfast / lunch / free time
- Intentions setting and 1:1 guidance
- Evening: first Ayahuasca ceremony
Day 2: Workshops & Second Ceremony (example)
- Morning: yoga and guided meditation
- Circle of Rapé and Sananga; flower bath workshop
- Afternoon: specialized spiritual workshop
- Evening: second Ayahuasca ceremony
- Late evening: communal sharing / rest
Day 3: Integration & Departure (example)
- Morning: light movement, integration circle
- 1:1 integration sessions as needed
- Final lunch and departures (afternoon)
After the Retreat: Post Integration
Post‑retreat integration is included: follow‑up sessions and support from the team, individual integration meetings, and recommended practices to continue processing insights. The hosts offer pre‑ and post‑retreat support to help incorporate lessons into daily life.
The Fine Details
Inclusions & Amenities
Included in Price: 2 nights accommodation (unless booking ‘1 ceremony only’), 3 daily meals and snacks, water/tea/coffee, 2 Ayahuasca ceremonies, Rapé & Sananga ceremonies, daily yoga & meditation, specialized workshops, flower bath, 1:1 integration, pre‑ and post‑retreat support, parking.
Not Included in Price: Airport transfers, flights, travel insurance, visa fees, and additional activities not listed in the itinerary.
Policies
Booking & Deposit Policy: A deposit is required (sidebar lists Deposit: US$113). Booking requires completing the pre‑retreat video consult, forms, and background check; full address is provided after confirmation.
Cancellation Policy: Flexible: 72‑hour free cancellation applies. Deposit refund: 100% if 30+ days before start; 50% if 15–29 days before; 0% if 0–14 days before. Remaining balance due on arrival; if paid at time of booking, full refund of remaining balance is available up to the day before the retreat start date.
Health & Safety Policy: Mandatory pre‑screening and medical questionnaire; strict protocols are enforced. Guests with significant medical issues should consult hosts; specific medication contraindications are not listed on the public page (Needs confirmation).
Review Summary
Customer Reviews
★★★★★ 5.00/5 | Total Reviews: 47
Summary from our sources says:
- “This retreat was a life‑changing experience… Milena and Abi were the most amazing shamans.” — Jackie
- “It’s a transformative journey. I’m so grateful for this experience and to reunite with my soul family.” — Ljos
- “Opening your soul and spirit to Mother Earth… Everyone on this planet needs to open themselves to an ayahuasca retreat, especially with Milena and Abbi.” — Dan n Kate Stanchfield
Guests repeatedly praise the facilitators’ compassionate presence and ceremony safety, nutritious home‑cooked meals, a supportive small‑group environment, and practical post‑retreat integration support. Reviews highlight deep personal breakthroughs and strong facilitator care. (Needs confirmation)
– Summary of reviews generated from available data
Pricing & Booking
Pricing & Booking
Room Name: Shared Floor / Couch / Air mattress (budget)
Price: US$550
Duration / Notes: 3 days / 2 nights; includes all program elements and meals; Book
Room Name: Shared Single Bed
Price: US$700
Duration / Notes: 3 days / 2 nights; shared bedroom; Book
Room Name: Private Quarters (price for 2 people)
Price: US$1,250
Duration / Notes: 3 days / 2 nights for two people; private bedroom; Book
Room Name: 1 Ceremony Only (no accommodation)
Price: US$300
Duration / Notes: Program price for attending one ceremony only (no lodging). Status shown as Sold Out on page. Book
Booking Link: Book via host listing
FAQs
FAQs
General Experience
Q: Are solo travelers safe / welcome?
A: Yes — the listing states solo travelers often attend and report forming strong connections; staff and facilitators provide attentive support.
Q: How many ceremonies are included?
A: Two Ayahuasca ceremonies are included (the weekend program includes two evening ceremonies).
Q: Is this suitable for beginners?
A: The program is offered to first‑time seekers and experienced participants alike; thorough pre‑screening and facilitator support are provided to help beginners (Needs confirmation for any specific prerequisites).
Safety & Screening
Q: What screening is required?
A: You must schedule a video consultation, complete a medical questionnaire, and pass a background check before your booking is completed.
Q: What if I’m taking SSRIs?
A: The public page does not list specific medication contraindications; guests should disclose medications on the medical form and discuss them during the video consult (Needs confirmation).
Q: What support is available if I have a difficult experience?
A: Trained facilitators (shaman and guide) provide hands‑on ceremonial and psychological support during ceremonies; one‑to‑one integration meetings are offered after ceremonies.
Facilitation & Team
Q: What training do the facilitators have?
A: The listing describes Milena as an experienced shaman and Abi as a guide with a background in counseling/psychology; specific certifications or years of experience are not enumerated on the page (Needs confirmation).
Q: Who leads the ceremonies, and what is their lineage/qualification?
A: Ceremonies are led by Milena (shaman) with Abi as guide; the ayahuasca brew is presented as following teachings from the Kariri Xocó tribe.
Logistics & Setting
Q: Where is the retreat located, and how do I get there?
A: Near Colorado Springs, CO. Fly into Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS); the facilities are approximately a 50‑minute drive west. Transfers are not provided by the host.
Q: What is the accommodation like?
A: Options include a budget shared floor/couch option, shared single beds, private quarters for two, or 1‑ceremony (no accommodation). Amenities include wifi, kitchen, heating, A/C rooms, laundry, and free parking.
Q: What type of food is provided?
A: Meals are primarily vegetarian (eggs may be used in places to honour the medicine), home‑cooked by Milena; hosts can accommodate gluten, nut, and dairy restrictions.
Preparation & Packing
Q: What should I bring?
A: Layers for changing temperatures, a coat/sweater, eye mask, comfortable clothes, closed‑toe shoes, water bottle, toiletries, a journal, and any comfort items or small instruments you wish to bring.
Q: What should I avoid before attending?
A: Specific contraindications or abstentions are not fully listed on the public page; consult the video call and medical questionnaire for precise preparatory instructions (Needs confirmation).
Payments & Policies
Q: What is the cost and what’s included?
A: Pricing starts from US$550 (shared budget option). Price includes accommodation (unless 1‑ceremony option), meals, ceremonies, workshops, and integration; flights, transfers, insurance, and visas are not included.
Q: What is your cancellation/refund policy?
A: 72‑hour free cancellation policy on the site. Deposit refund schedule: 100% if cancelled 30+ days prior; 50% for 15–29 days; 0% within 0–14 days. Remaining balance due on arrival.
Note: Payments are made directly to the retreat provider.
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