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San Pedro Retreats

Transformational Retreats for those seeking lasting change
  • Post retreat integration support
  • Trauma informed facilitators
  • Clear preparation and support
  • Rooted in ancient traditions
  • Designed for transformation
  • World class safety standards
  • Industry Leading Integration Practices
Healing tool
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San Pedro as a tool for deep healing & transformation

San Pedro is a traditional cactus plant medicine used for thousands of years to support deep healing and self-discovery. In a grounded and supportive setting, it helps you step beyond the mental patterns that keep you stuck and access a deeper level of insight into yourself and your life. Many come to this work not for an experience, but for real change. A way to reconnect with who they truly are, release what no longer serves them, and move forward with greater clarity, peace, confidence and direction.

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What to Expect from a San Pedro Retreat

A San Pedro retreat is an immersive experience where you step out of your everyday environment and into a space fully dedicated to this work. Over 7-10 days, you’re guided through carefully held ceremonies, supported by preparation, integration, and a small, intentional group setting. Removed from the distractions of daily life, many find it becomes easier to open up, go deeper, and fully engage with the process. Creating the conditions for insights and shifts that are difficult to access on your own.

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Retreats
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Our Retreats

10 Days
Peru
$2200 Per Person

Temple of Chavin
San Pedro retreat

A sacred pilgrimage into the Andes, centred on three San Pedro ceremonies inside the Temple of Chavín, traditional offerings and connection to the site’s living lineage.

6 Days
Mexico
$2200 Per Person

San Pedro & Ancestral medicine Healing retreat

A small-group, sanctuary-based healing retreat blending San Pedro with Kambo, Changa, temazcal and somatic integration for a deeply supported, multi-modal journey.

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Why choose us
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Why Choose Reconnect Retreats?

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Personal retreats and guidance

Reconnect Retreats is built around a simple idea: if you’re going to do this kind of work, it should be done properly. We work in small, intimate groups so you’re not lost in a crowd, but supported every step of the way. From preparation through to integration. Many people come feeling stuck, unclear, or carrying things they haven’t been able to fully move through, even after trying other approaches. Our retreats are designed to help you break out of those patterns, gain real clarity, and create lasting change in your life. Set in meaningful locations, from the natural beauty of Mexico to the ancient Temple of Chavín in Peru, and guided with integrity and deep respect for the medicine, this is a space where the work is taken seriously, and where people come to experience something real.

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Your Safety Comes First

Your safety and well-being are taken seriously at every stage of the retreat. Before joining, each participant goes through a screening process to ensure the experience is appropriate and safe for them. Throughout the retreat, you are supported by experienced facilitators in a small group setting, allowing for close attention and care when needed. San Pedro is known for being one of the most gentle and accessible plant medicines when approached responsibly, and the entire experience is guided with clear structure, preparation, and integration. The focus is on creating a grounded, well-held environment where you can engage with the process safely and with confidence.

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Experienced Facilitators Deeply Personal Support

Our retreats are guided by an experienced team of facilitators, healers, and practitioners devoted to holding this work with integrity, safety, and deep respect for the medicine. With over 30 years of combined experience in sacred plant medicine work and trauma-informed facilitation, the focus is on creating an environment where participants feel genuinely safe, supported, and cared for throughout the entire journey. From ceremony and integration to music, movement, and traditional healing practices, every element of the retreat is intentionally designed to support meaningful transformation in a grounded and responsible way.

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“From the moment I arrived, I felt an overwhelming sense of safety and belonging as if I had found a second home. The staff and the environment nurtured my well-being, allowing me to open up and explore aspects of myself I hadn't tapped into before. This place is truly a haven for anyone seeking not just a getaway, but a transformative journey into self-discovery.”

Daisy Holloway

“Stepping onto this land felt like stepping into a sacred sanctuary. Every detail—the warmth of the people, the beauty of the surroundings, the depth of the work—held me in a way I had never experienced before. I arrived carrying so much, and I left feeling lighter, more whole, and deeply connected to myself. This place is more than just a retreat; it’s a profound journey back home to the heart.”

James Thornton

"I came here looking for healing, but what I found was so much more. The stillness of the land, the wisdom of the guides, and the medicine itself worked together in ways I can’t fully put into words. I felt safe, seen, and truly supported through every step of my journey. If you’re searching for a place to let go, to reconnect, and to step into a new version of yourself, this is it."

Sophia Caldwell
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BOOKING PROCESS

Consultation call with Mathis

A brief call to answer any questions and confirm your readiness..

Application

Complete a short application form to ensure alignment with the retreat.

Deposit

Secure your spot with a non-refundable deposit.

Final Payment

Complete your payment before the retreat start date. Payment plan available.

Welcome Packet

Receive a detailed welcome guide with preparation resources and travel details.

Faq

Is working with San Pedro safe?

Yes. When approached responsibly and in the right setting, San Pedro is considered oneof the most gentle and accessible plant medicines. Your safety is taken seriously atevery stage: all participants go through a screening process beforehand to ensure theretreat is appropriate for them, and the experience itself is guided in a structured,well-held environment with experienced facilitators present throughout. The focus is oncreating a space where you can engage with the process safely, with the support youneed at every step.

I’ve never worked with plant medicine before — can I still attend?

Yes. Many people join without prior experience. What matters most is your intention andyour willingness to engage with the process. The retreats are designed to supportpeople at different stages, with clear preparation beforehand and guidance throughout,so you’re not expected to “know what to do.” At the same time, the work is takenseriously, and we make sure it’s the right fit for you before confirming your place.

How do I know if I’m ready for something like this?

Most people who feel drawn to this work already have a sense that something in their lifeneeds to shift. You might feel stuck, unclear, or aware that there’s something deeper youhaven’t been able to access on your own. That said, readiness isn’t about being perfect,it’s about being open and willing to engage honestly with yourself. If you’re unsure, thebest step is to book a call and talk it through together.

How do I choose between the Mexico and Peru retreats?

Both retreats work with San Pedro, but they offer different environments andexperiences. The Mexico retreat provides a more comfortable, supported setting innature, with a focus on integration and personal guidance. The Temple of Chavín retreatin Peru is a pilgrimage-style journey, working with the medicine in an ancient ceremonialsite in the Andes. Some people know immediately which one calls to them, while othersbenefit from talking it through. If you’re unsure, we can help you find the right fit bybooking a call with us.

What actually happens during a San Pedro retreat?

Each retreat is a guided, 7-10 day experience that includes San Pedro ceremonies heldin a safe and intentional setting. Beyond the ceremonies themselves, there ispreparation beforehand, integration afterward, and ongoing support, education andworkshops throughout the retreats. The structure is designed to give you the space tofully engage with the process, to reflect, process what comes up, and make sense ofyour experience in a grounded way, rather than just having a one-off ceremony withoutsupport.

What makes Reconnect Retreats different from other retreat centers?

The main difference is how the work is held. We keep our retreats small and personal,so you’re not just another participant in a large group, but someone who is actuallysupported and known throughout the process. There is a strong focus on preparation,integration, and creating a safe, well-held environment. The retreats also take place incarefully chosen locations. From the natural setting in Mexico to the ancient Temple ofChavín, offering experiences that are both meaningful and difficult to replicateelsewhere.

What do people usually get out of a retreat like this?

While every experience is different, most people come away with a greater sense ofclarity about themselves and their life. Many are able to see patterns more clearly,process things they’ve been carrying for a long time, and feel a stronger sense ofdirection moving forward. It’s not about a single moment or insight, but about creating ashift that continues to unfold after the retreat.

Can I speak with you before booking?

Yes. It’s a chance to ask any questions, talk through your situation, and make sure theretreat is the right fit for you. There’s no pressure. Just a conversation to help you getclear on whether this is the right step.

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Do you feel called to work with San Pedro?

Choose the San Pedro retreat that resonates with you, select your preferred dates, and begin your journey.