Ik ben inmiddels meerdere keren bij Sattvaya geweest, en elke keer voelt het weer als een warm bad – met gezonde zenuwen natuurlijk :) Het team stelt je vanaf het eerste moment op je gemak. Je voelt aan alles dat ze doen wat ze met liefde en integriteit doen, en dat trekt ook hele mooie mensen aan… waar ik mezelf dan ook maar even onder reken ;)

De ceremonie wordt met luchtigheid en humor benaderd, maar tegelijkertijd ook met volledige toewijding en respect. Dat geeft mij een enorm veilig gevoel. Tijdens de reis word je ontzettend goed verzorgd. Het team voelt feilloos aan wat je nodig hebt: of dat nu aandacht is of juist ruimte voor jezelf.

De begeleiding wordt versterkt door prachtige muziek – zowel stiltes als live gespeelde klanken nemen je echt mee op reis. Ik hoef eigenlijk nooit meer ergens anders heen… al zou Peru ooit misschien nog kunnen ;)

Als je twijfelt: gewoon doen. Het kan intens zijn, maar je bent in veilige handen. Voor mij voelt het elke keer weer als een cadeau aan mezelf. heel erg bedankt

Ronald en Yoka en het team

Zoals altijd klopte alles weer tijdens de retraite. De muziek, de begeleiding, de plek.

Ik heb weer genoten en kom 100% terug.

Where to begin! The space, the safety, the music (O to the MG - awesome), the connection, the love, the insights, the openness, the surrendering, the clarity, ... there are no words to describe what you gain after a weekend with these beautiful people and mother Aya! You come out of it a changed/evolved human being. Every single time! What a blessing. Big thanks and see you soon! 🤩🙏🏻

My Third Ayahuasca Retreat at Sattvaya

This was my third retreat at Sattvaya, and I must say — each time it becomes deeper, more powerful, and more healing.

This time, I released a trauma I truly believed I would never be able to let go of. There are no words strong enough to express my deepest gratitude to Ronald, Yoka, and the entire Sattvaya team. They are truly angels in this world.

With perfect music, perfect timing, and an uncanny sense of presence, they are there for you in every moment you need them most. Their ability to truly see and feel people is beyond comprehension.

Each time I come to Sattvaya, it feels like coming home — to my soul, to truth, to healing. And every time, I leave with a heart more open, more whole, more free.

There will never be enough words to describe how much I honor their work and who they are.

If you’re looking for a place that is safe, warm, deeply loving, and held with integrity, this is without a doubt the right place.

And believe me — once you come, you will come back again and again.

With love.

AHO

Since September 23 I am a frequent visitor at SATTVAYA. A place and the people: lovely, beautiful, mindful, surrounded by nature and save. For me the weekends are shifts in my perspective of seeing life, myself and the world. It starts with the crazy glimpsy fragments of knowing at the weekends and expands in AHA-moments and understanding about and back in life for weeks and months. So far I became a more happy self aware and confident human being, judging less, accepting more and celebrating life more and more in its little things. Life became a full time pleasure, even in hard times and meltdowns. For sure I will continue.

My experience journeying with Sattvaya was exceptional. I was in awe of the team's ability to create a space that felt instantly safe from the moment of arrival to the end of the weekend. Your attention to detail was exceptional, from the set up of the ceremonial space, the pre-talks, the care provided throughout the ceremony, your ability to change the environment up through music, lighting, dance, performance, touch brings was one of the most humbling and magical experiences I have ever experienced. I have worked in mental health services for over 25 years and have never experienced anything with the level of compassion, acceptance, community and love that was in abundance throughout the weekend at Sattvaya. That is what each and every member of your talented team turned up with and it set the tone for a space where connection and healing through the plant medicine experience could flourish.

My own personal journey was supported by all of the materials sent out in advance and I came with clear intentions, and an open heart and mind. The plant medicine experience was profound and deep and on this occasion felt gentle. I was searching for spiritual healing and guidance and I felt that I had received this as the start of a process that has continued afterwards. Not like a light being suddenly turned on illuminating a room in stark relief, more like a dimmer switch be gently turned up as the light enters me. I have felt this continue after the ceremony and I have continued to meditate, listen to the amazing music that has been shared with us on Spotify and reflect on the experience.

Ondanks dat ik de ceremonies (of meer: het naar binnen keren en naar het verleden toe) confronterend vond, was de setting echt de meest fijne en veilige setting om dit aaj te gaan. De plek, muziek, begeleiders en de groepsgenoten; alles klopte en droeg bij aan de warme sfeer. Ik heb het weekend ervaren als super steunend en inspirerend. Tot veel inzichten gekomen om verder te groeien en daar ben ik dankbaar voor.

Alle dingen die ik absoluut geweldig vond aan dit retreat: de begeleiders, de muziek, de verbondenheid, de plek, de aankleding, de hygiëne (heel belangrijk!) Het eten en drinken, bereid met liefde. Het was voor mij de 1e keer met dit moeder Medicijn en ik had echt geen betere organisatie kunnen kiezen! Een minpunt? Dat je de 1e keer niet meer over kunt doen! Voor een retreat kiezen bij Sattvaya gaat je alleen maar goed doen💛

May was my third experience with Sattvaya. I have not been anywhere else, and it is unlikely that I would go anywhere else. I feel very safe and able to let go because the team are both brilliant and capable at creating a safe and compassionate environment. The set and setting and the other participants create a space where you feel free to be and not be judged. Having previously engaged with counselling and talking therapies, my experiences with Sattvaya have had a positive impact on my mental health - both in processing trauma and letting go of things I didn't need to carry anymore, or that were never mine to carry anyway. My life experiences had left me very cynical, defensive and judgemental. Coming to Sattvaya has left me a lighter, happier person more ready to see the joy and the beauty in the world. I feel more open and loved / loving. I'm sure that everyone's experience is personal to them, so I don't want to generalise about visuals or outcomes, but I was previously sceptical about the idea of medicine plants. However, in my own experience, the plants literally do talk to you and guide you if you are open to them. They are a very real, healing presence. At times it can be challenging, but the team and the group energies are so positive that you feel supported and guided throughout. The conversations you have with others are amazing too. I would love to come back.

The retreat was truly life-changing for me. On the very first evening, all my questions, minor traumas, and unresolved issues surfaced and were either resolved or "burned away" by the light of 360-degree insight. This profound sense of clarity, love, and grounding has stayed with me, making my way of life more sincere and helping me approach life with an even more positive outlook.

On the second evening, I was prepared for the future—using the insights from the first night to begin transforming into the person I want to be in the second half of my life. Now, about 7 to 8 weeks later, my mindset feels cleansed, and anything that doesn’t contribute to achieving my life goals has naturally fallen away. And not to forget... the music played during the session and send afterwards to us

I had a wonderful experience with Sattvaya. The location was beautiful and in a peaceful setting. The accommodation was clean and spacious, the shared spaces were warm and comfortable with plenty of space to socialise or to spend time by yourself contemplating. There’s no judgement here, you’re free to be yourself in a warm and welcoming environment. The ceremony room is beautiful and an open space for relaxation in between ceremonies. The ceremonies were very special, traditional, respectful and lead by experienced guides. I felt safe and guided throughout the entire journey. At difficult moments there was always someone by my side to reassure and help me process my experience. I felt fully supported throughout. The music was amazing, the dancing and instruments played really added to the atmosphere and made this a truly wonderful journey, one I will never forget. Thank you so much for everything, I’m truly grateful for the work you share