Ancient Medicine & Buddhist Wisdom
Welcome to Lotus Vine Journeys, where ancient wisdom traditions converge!
At Lotus Vine Journeys, we invite you to step into an immersive retreat where sacred plant medicines flow with the timeless wisdom of Buddhist teachings. Rooted in the Bodhisattva vows, under the compassionate gaze of Tara, the female Buddha, and guided by the awakened heart of Bodhicitta, we offer you a sacred journey of healing, love, and devotion.
As the first organization to combine the Dharma with plant medicine, Lotus Vine Journeys offers a unique and powerful path for those yearning to heal, rediscover peace, and reconnect with the deepest parts of their being. Our retreats are woven from the threads of ancient ceremonies, meditation, yoga, and Dharma teachings, creating a space where body, mind, and spirit find harmony and nourishment.
We host retreats in North America and around the world, offering transformative experiences in beautiful, sacred environments. Our experienced and loving team walks beside you, holding a space of safety and care throughout your journey. Each day unfolds like a lotus—layer by layer—through meditation, yoga, sacred ceremonies, and teachings that invite reflection, insight, and growth. Every detail, from nourishing meals to the rhythm of each day, is crafted with intention, nurturing your transformation at the deepest level.
At Lotus Vine Journeys, we honor the sacred thread that connects you, the Earth, and all living beings. Our retreats are held with the highest ethical standards, where each being is cradled by a community devoted to love, service, and wisdom. This is your time to remember who you truly are and to walk your sacred path with clarity, compassion, and grace.
2025 Retreat Schedule
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An 8-day Plant Medicine Retreat
Join us for an immersive 8-day journey into the heart, a sacred space where plant medicine, mindfulness, and heart-centered wisdom come together to offer profound healing. "Medicine of the Heart" is an inclusive retreat that welcomes those who are ready to explore the depths of their own hearts and experience the transformative power of plant medicine, love, and inner peace. During this retreat, participants will experience the powerful healing properties of ancient medicine, with three carefully guided ceremonies held in a safe, supportive environment. These ceremonies, along with Metta practice allow you to connect with inner kindness and self-compassion. Now is the time to release the heart wounds that no longer serve you.
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An 8- Day Plant Medicine Retreat for People of Color
Step into a sacred space where the wisdom of our ancestors calls us home. Echoes of the Ancestors is an 8-day retreat designed to honor and uplift people of color in their journey toward healing, belonging, and reclaiming heart wisdom. In this transformative space, we gather to listen deeply—to ourselves, to each other, and to the echoes of those who came before us. Through three sacred plant medicine ceremonies, we’ll engage in a powerful process of healing and remembrance, reconnecting with the dignity and resilience of our lineage. Supported by a compassionate community, each participant is invited to honor their journey, reclaim their voice, and walk forward with renewed strength.
Why Lotus Vine Journeys?
"There are several important factors to consider when choosing a plant medicine retreat. At Lotus Vine Journeys, we’ve identified four core principles that have been integral to our foundation. We are deeply committed to upholding these values and continuously strive to refine and enhance them."
1. Daily Itinerary
Our retreat programs include three transformative ceremonies, which is often considered a significant amount of plant medicine in a short time. These ceremonies are designed for those who are ready to fully engage in the process and embrace the opportunities for deep transformation that the plants offer. At Lotus Vine Journeys, we carefully craft your daily retreat schedule, drawing on years of experience. We balance the intensity of the ceremonies with time for rest, exploration, reflection, stretching, singing, and integration. Our plant medicine retreats can be profoundly life-changing, and we recognize that this deep work also calls for moments of stillness and solitude.
2. Insight (Body Awareness) Meditation
By combining plant spirit medicine with heart-centered, body awareness meditation practices (known as Vipassana in the Buddhist tradition), we are better able to support our guests in receiving an accelerated spiritual, emotional, mental and physical cleanse of their entire system. Regardless of faith, we have found that Buddhist psychology and practicing of these techniques throughout your retreat assist greatly with the reconnecting and realignment with "source" the common goal of many ancient shamanic traditions.
3. Food & Diet (vegetarian/vegan)
There is a time-honored tradition of following a special diet to prepare for the healing energies of plant medicine. This practice requires discipline and commitment. At Lotus Vine Journeys, we place great emphasis on offering fresh, delicious, and nourishing meals (both raw and cooked) that align with this tradition, primarily from a vegan perspective, with the exception of eggs at breakfast. We have instilled a deep sense of pride in the cooks we work with, ensuring that every meal supports and enhances your inward journey during the plant medicine retreat.
4. Fostering a Loving and Safe Community
At Lotus Vine Journeys, we believe that healing is deepened within a supportive and safe community. We take great care in curating each group to foster trust and create a secure container for your healing journey. Through shared experiences in ceremonies, group discussions, and compassionate listening, we cultivate a strong sense of connection. Our retreats provide an opportunity to find your spiritual family—a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to growth, healing, and mutual support on the path to awakening.
Testimonials
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"After years of curiosity and research, Ayahuasca led us to Lotus Vine Journeys. Here, we found profound healing, deep connection, and a safe, loving community. Truly life-changing and unforgettable."
Wilzette and Adrienne
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"A transformative experience in a safe, family-like environment. The blend of Ayahuasca, Dharma, and ancestral traditions enables healing of deep, intergenerational traumas, supported by compassionate guidance and an authentic community."
Alexei
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"I chose Lotus Vine Journeys after seeing my friend’s incredible transformation. This retreat offered a loving, safe space, combining Ayahuasca with meditation, yoga, and community. It exceeded my expectations, providing the tools and support to heal, love, and grow authentically."
Carissa
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"A transformative space blending Indigenous wisdom and Dharma teachings. Spring’s compassionate leadership supports healing from trauma, systemic oppression, and grief, fostering creativity, trust, and empowerment in a safe and personalized environment."
Amani
