Ix Chel Journey
Frequently Asked Questions
How will applicants be selected to participate in the Retreat?
The retreat is intentionally intimate and limited to 22 people.
We are not looking for perfection, prior spiritual experience, or specific beliefs. We are simply seeking women who are open, respectful, willing to participate fully, and ready to engage in a supportive community environment.
If the retreat reaches capacity, applicants may be offered a place on the waitlist or invited to participate in The Threshold, our six-month virtual container.
Who can participate in The Threshold Container?
The Threshold is open to anyone who feels called to join the journey. While retreat participation is limited to 22 guests, there is no capacity limit for the six-month virtual container. We welcome all who wish to explore the moon cycles, connect with the community, and walk the journey alongside us.
How do the 6 months leading up to the retreat work?
You will receive an invitation to join our private community, where you can begin connecting with the other guests who will be walking this journey alongside you.
You will also receive a Moon Journey Workbook delivered to your home, along with a schedule of monthly gatherings, calendar invitations, and all the information needed to participate in The Threshold.
Over the six months leading up to the retreat, we will gather once per month for a live 60–90 minute online meeting. These gatherings are designed to feel more like a discussion circle than a traditional class. Together, we will explore the themes, rituals, and intentions associated with each moon cycle, while sharing reflections and supporting one another along the way.
All gatherings will be recorded for those who cannot attend live, and participants will maintain lifetime access to the community and its members.
For a detailed monthly schedule, please visit The Threshold page.
If a guests chooses double occupancy, how will they be matched?
After your application is approved and you reserve your spot, you will receive a Roommate Preference Form. This gives you the opportunity to let us know whether you would like to share with a friend who is also attending or if you would like assistance finding a compatible roommate.
If you would like to be paired with another guest, we will carefully consider factors such as geographic location, lifestyle preferences, sleep habits, and other details that may help create a comfortable experience. We are also happy to facilitate introductions before the retreat so you can get to know one another in advance.
All guests will have their your own individual bed. Our goal is to create room pairings that feel comfortable, supportive, and conducive to meaningful connection throughout the retreat, and beyond.
What if I have never experienced psilocybin or plant medicine before?
The ceremony will take place in a safe, supportive environment with experienced facilitators, live music, and dedicated staff available throughout the evening. For many guests, this retreat serves as a thoughtful and welcoming introduction to plant medicine and inner exploration.
Our ceremony will be guided by an experienced Shaman/facilitator and approached with a gentle, intentional philosophy. Guests will begin with a small dose and will be invited to gradually increase only if they feel called to do so.
The day will begin with a light breakfast, guided meditation, journaling prompts, and time for personal reflection before entering ceremony.
Following the ceremony, guests will have time to rest, refresh, and prepare for our Full Moon White Celebration. We will gather around the bonfire to share a meal, music, conversation, and community as we celebrate the Full Moon and the journey we have experienced together.
Where is the retreat located?
The retreat will take place at Awakening Sanctuary, a private retreat center nestled within 236 acres of protected jungle in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico.
Designed to immerse guests in nature, the sanctuary offers a rare opportunity to disconnect from daily distractions and reconnect with yourself, your community, and the rhythms of the natural world. Surrounded by lush jungle, wildlife, open-air gathering spaces, and sacred ceremony areas, the experience feels both secluded and deeply restorative.
The sanctuary is approximately 1.5 hours from Cancún International Airport. Round-trip airport transportation is included, allowing guests to relax and enjoy the journey into the jungle without the stress of arranging travel on their own.
What is included in the retreat investment?
Your retreat investment includes accommodations, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages, round-trip airport transportation from Cancún International Airport, all ceremonies and retreat activities, access to The Threshold six-month virtual container, the Moon Journey Workbook, and all scheduled group experiences throughout the retreat.
The only expenses not included are airfare to and from Mexico, optional private spa treatments, private readings or healing sessions, additional entertainment or excursions outside the retreat program, travel insurance, and any extra nights or accommodations beyond the four-night retreat experience.