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Onyx Retreats

Ayahuasca, San Pedro & Medicinal Mushrooms Retreats

22/04/2024

When people hear "ayahuasca," they often think of the brew. But what is that brew? It can be many things, and you should always ask what is in it. Traditionally, it’s made from two plants: the ayahuasca vine (Banisteriopsis caapi) and either chacruna (Psychotria viridis) or yage (Diplopterys cabrerana). At Onyx retreats, we use a combination of ayahuasca vine Cielo and chacruna.
But did you know there are many varieties of ayahuasca vine? Most of the vines are named for the pattern or shape seen when cutting them. For example, Ayahuasca tigre (tiger), when cut, reveals the footprint left by its paws on the ground. Ayahuasca Cielo (which means sky) has a pattern resembling clouds, and when cooked, the water turns yellow. Yellow ayahuasca is the easiest to cultivate and is the most popular. Apart from cielo (the most common), there are monkey, tiger, pilde, black, white, and many more varieties of ayahuasca. Did you also know that not all retreats use ayahuasca vine in the brew? Because it's hard to access ayahuasca vine in some parts of the world, some retreats replace it with Syrian Rue. While beautiful, it's a completely different spirit. Additionally, chacruna or yage is sometimes substituted with Mimosa hostilis or Acacia bark. These are beautiful medicines, but it’s no longer considered ayahuasca. That's why it’s always important to ask your facilitators about the medicine you will be taking and do your homework to learn about the medicines you will be consuming.

Click the link in our bio to read our most recent blog post and learn about ayahuasca varieties.

26/02/2024

We still have spaces left for the Easter retreat. If you're considering joining us but have some burning questions, schedule a one-hour discovery call with us.

Our retreat takes place in Vilcabamba, in the Ecuadorian Andes, atop Monte Sueños. It’s a beautiful, sacred space where upon entering, you feel time slow to a gentle rhythm, allowing you to reconnect with yourself and the world around you. It’s truly magical — just nature, silence, and beautiful views that are so nurturing and helpful in the integration process between the ceremonies. We look forward to meeting you.

23/02/2024

Close your eyes and think of Ayahuasca. What springs to mind? Emotions? A medicine calling to a healing journey? Perhaps hope or a surge of curiosity? We're launching a series of posts dedicated to answering all your Ayahuasca-related questions. Whether you're curious about the experience or seeking clarity, drop your questions in the comments or send us a DM. We're here to provide insight and support every step of the way. And if you're eager to share your own Ayahuasca journey, we're all ears.

30/12/2023

Do you have an end-of-the-year tradition? Here’s something wonderful we learned from our yoga teacher : pen a letter to your future self and open it next New Year’s Eve. Write down what you aspire to achieve, what knowledge you aim to gain, what transformation you work on, what places you dream of seeing —manifest it for 2024. You might be amazed next year to find that you’ve received more than you ever imagined. Remember, it’s not about rushing everything in January (oh well, our retreat is a good start ;)) ; allow life to unfold gently.

19/12/2023

Commitment and self-discipline have played a significant role in our lives. This is what it takes to make things happen, and it’s something we’ve been discussing in our community, which we want to share with you. During the retreats, some of our guests, especially those starting their spiritual journey, find it challenging to grasp the idea of self-love. What is self-love, they ask? Is it looking in the mirror and saying, “You are beautiful”? Is it giving myself a hug in the morning? Isn’t it narcissistic, they ask?
Moni always says that self-love is becoming a mature adult, which means becoming a parent to yourself. Just envision having a child to whom you say: Eat something healthy; you’ll feel good. Wear a scarf; it’s cold outside. Go play; you need some sunshine. Enough screen time; let’s do some sports. Brush your teeth. Now, picture saying those things to yourself: eat healthy, get some sunshine, go to a yoga class… This is self-love. You are your own parent. And today, we talked about commitment and self-discipline, the highest form of self-love. Even when it’s cold and rainy outside and you don’t feel like it, attending that yoga class because it’s beneficial, is an act of self love. You are in service to your future self. You are committed to yourself and your healing path.

And if our retreat aligns with your commitment to self-growth, we can’t wait to meet you 💚

18/12/2023

Surprise! Or not, as some of you might have already noticed, two weeks ago, we renamed ourselves to Onyx Retreats. It was a pivotal moment for all of us. After four retreats in the jungle, we decided to expand beyond the rainforest. We will be hosting retreats in different locations, embracing various traditions, depending on where the wind takes us... just like in the song that has become somewhat of an anthem for our retreats, “Vuela con el viento”. The wind brought us to Vilcabamba, where we reside near the Wilca forest. Here, we organize yoga classes, workshops, and plant medicine ceremonies with different shamans. Additionally, we are putting together holistic transformation retreats for 2024.
The first one starts on January 29, 2024 ! Click on the link in the bio for more details.

In the picture of the post, you see four of us who are part of each retreat: Moni, Nicky, Ross, and Taja. On top of that, we collaborate with indigenous shamans to create an authentic experience for you. We are committed to the healing path and supporting local communities.

01/12/2023

Do you have particular triggers and fears that you’ve grown attached to, finding it challenging to let them go? In ‘Getting Real,’ Susan Campbell suggests that we all have our ‘favorite’ fears. What’s your favorite among them? Join us at our holistic transformation retreats, where we dive deep into understanding and releasing these fears to reconnect with our true selves.

Read a fragment from “Getting Real” in the comment.

11/09/2023

🌿 Discover the incredible Strangler Fig, also known as Matapalo! These tropical, vine-like trees start as tiny seeds that find their way to the branches or roots of other tree species. Over time, they grow into a complex web of roots and trunks, ultimately strangling their host, hence the name Matapalo, derived from the Spanish word "matar," meaning "to kill."
But there's more to Matapalo than meets the eye! The Kichwa people believe this tree harbors positive energy, serving as a sanctuary for angels, fairies, gods, and ancestral spirits. During our hike through the Amazon Jungle on the retreat, our Kichwa Yachak, Jesus, will share fascinating insights about the plant spirits that inhabit the jungle.
The significance of the fig tree extends globally. In Buddhism, it holds a sacred place as a symbol of enlightenment. Legend has it that Buddha sat under a fig tree for 12 years, deep in meditation, seeking answers to the questions of sorrow and relief. 🧘‍♂️
His quest bore fruit, and his mind found enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. Today, anyone can visit Bodhgaya to witness this majestic fig tree and the profound wisdom it represents. 🌳

07/09/2023

Meet Mama Marlene, Kichwa Yachak, who has dedicated over 45+ years to the study and practice of native medicinal plants, benefiting her community and those who seek healing at Sacha Wasi. Possessing a wealth of knowledge in traditional plant medicine, she also serves as the community midwife, specializing in women's health. It is truly an honor to participate in ceremonies with Mama Marlene.

01/09/2023

During our trek to the sacred Casada Hola Vida waterfall, we collect blue mud from the stream and apply it onto our skin. According to the Kichwa people, this mud is possess detoxifying and healing properties, capable of alleviating various ailments, including soothing sunburn discomfort. It's even believed to have anti-aging effects.

30/08/2023

An insight into our Yogahuasca retreats: An afternoon at Mirador Indichuris. Indichuris is the name of a nearby indigenous community; the name translates to ‘Children of the Sun’. Enjoy a stunning view and a wonderful moment for reflection. Don't forget to BOJ - Bring Your Own Journals.
With supermooon and blue moon symbolizing transformation and new beginnings- it's a powerful time to set intentions, release negative energy, and manifest abundance.

29/08/2023

Yoga and Ayahuasca. We are so excited to prepare our first Yogahuasca Retreat for you on October 27th 🌱🎉

You can visit us in the jungle to dive into the magic of holistic healing, plant medicine, Yoga and meditation.

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With all our love.

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