Reflections & Experiences

It is almost a month since my journey to Spirit Vine and I continue to feel the effects. Everything about the center and environment is glorious. The retreat is run with impeccable attention to every detail for your spiritual and psychological growth. I can’t recommend it enough if you are looking for a profound and transformative experience — rooting out old patterns and empowering your self. I look forward to returning for more healing and love

I’ve been to Spirit Vine last year after almost 2 years of researching every single ayahuasca center in South America and Europe. I am a qualified lawyer and trained to identify risks and spot problems. Traveling to South America to do ayahuasca for the first time as a solo female traveler was a huge risk so I had done a full due diligence. I read every single review, interviewed dozens of people, looked into the credentials of all the facilitators/shamans. I can confidently tell you that Spirit Vine is the safest, cleanest, most comfortable and inspiring Ayahuasca retreat.

I couldn’t be happier for finding the BEST place to try ayahuasca under the guidance of a licensed psychotherapist Silvia Polivoy. She has been key in helping me understand the insights I had during the ayahuasca ceremonies. Let me tell you that it is absolutely essential to work with someone who knows what they are talking about and that doesn’t only come with calling yourself a shaman and facilitating many ceremonies as you would find in other centers. Silvia’s background and experience in psychology and plant medicine for decades, her loving and caring approach makes her the perfect guide. Being in this magical environment with likeminded people that are supported by Silvia and TiO is the best gift I have given to myself. Spirit Vine has become my sanctuary and a big contributor in my spiritual growth. I knew I would come back here after my visit last year and I am already looking forward to next year!

I just came back from Spirit Vine a few days ago. I spent 10 days there, which I hail as a milestone in my life.

If you are looking for a place where you will escape from everyday hustle and focus on yourself, a place where you will find like-minded individuals who going on a similar journey, a place where you will feed your soul and your body with equal attention, look nowhere else. Silvia Polivoy, a licenced clinial psychologist, created this oasis in the middle of the jungle for those who are in search of a better self.

What makes this place special is the experience of ayahuasca in a group setting, under Silvia’s caring attention where there is no judgement but unconditional support. For this, I am thankful to Silvia, Ti0 and Noor. They created a wonderful environment within which I walked a path towards healing. Each and every person in the group received individual attention. The group energy and support was profound.

I have only good things to say about Spirit Vine. Managers are trustworthy and compassionate. The crew was hardworking and joyful. Ayahuasca experience was.. beyond words. Everything made my trip nothing short of excellent.

Forever grateful to have met Silvia.

This was my second time in Spirit Vine and definitely not the last.

The set and setting is absolutely perfect to allow meaningful and significant processes. From the bungalows to the food and the team and the magical land (pond, trees, plants, sounds of nature). All just so amazing and contribute to both the individual and collective journeys.

I looked for a place that will be very much in nature, but will be comfortable for me to stay and focus on my journey without worries, Spirit Vine is beyond all expectations. Every little detail I wouldn’t think of has been taken care of.

I am so grateful I found this place.

Can’t recommend strong enough.

By far the most magical place I have been in my life, Silvia and her team’s experience combined with their big souls is the most supportive and empowering thing you can ask for a profound and meaningful experience.

Spirit vine is a sanctuary for anyone wanting more out of life…to connect to your higher or deeper self and to heal from trauma to deepen or find your purpose in life, I just completed my 2nd retreat and started planning my 3rd. This place is the ultimate gift of self care…nothing but love, respect and gratitude for Silvia and Ti0 and the support and love they provided while I was here. I cant think of anything I would recommend more than spirit vine for self care.

Wow, what a spectacular life changing experience!! It’s been nearly 4 months since I had the privilege of attending a retreat at Spirit Vine and rarely a day goes by that I don’t think about it.

What Silvia has created in the rainforest is truly amazing. From the moment you arrive till the very last second you depart, every detail has been carefully considered for your care and comfort and to enable you to maximize the transformational potential of the retreat.

The location in nature is perfect to disconnect from the hectic rigamarole of day to day modern life and reconnect with yourself and the oneness that is all. The grounds are stunning, the accommodations perfect, and the food is excellent. Much of it is organically grown on the retreat grounds, and having healthy delicious fresh food prepared by a chef daily is truly a treat.

Most importantly though, the set and setting of the ceremonies are perfectly designed to help you heal and learn. Silvia and TiO are beautiful souls and they do a spectacular job making sure the atmosphere is just right and that everyone feels safe and well cared for. The supportive group therapy sessions and activities interspersed throughout the retreat are equally important, enabling you to process and integrate your experience, as well as begin the process of healing past trauma.

As effusive with praise I am in this review, I still don’t feel like words can adequately express how grateful I am, how truly awesome the complete Spirit Vine experience is, and how angelic Silvia, TiO, and the retreat staff are. I highly highly recommend Spirit Vine and look forward to returning at the proper time.

Admittedly, this is the first review I feel compelled to leave for fellow travelers on the path, even though I’ve highly benefited from the reviews of others which have been so useful and influential in my decision making. I had researched the benefits of Ayahuasca for almost two decades and finally decided to pull the trigger on a first hand experience as a gift to myself for my 40th birthday. The experience was everything I hoped for and so much more! Of course when embarking on such an endeavor, safety and authenticity are paramount, which is why I scoured the internet and thoroughly scrutinized every facility I could find before finally choosing Spirit Vine. Did you know that not one person has one bad word to say about Spirit Vine on the entirety of the internet? It’s true! And now I truly know the reason why.

Everything about Spirit Vine is a picture perfect vision of beauty and serenity, thanks to its founder, Silvia. Having worked in hospitality myself for over 17 years, I have an eye for detail and a knack for service, but let me tell you that Silvia’s vision exceeds every expectation! There is not a single aspect of your stay that is not well planned out and not one need that is not well cared for and anticipated.

My boyfriend and I traveled together and even before we arrived we were welcomed. Silvia arranged transportation to and from the airport, provided a packing list, traveling tips, information about the surrounding area, and essential safety guidelines. We were greeted by beautiful flowering archways and a spectacularly manicured slice of paradise in the thick of the rainforest. Our bungalow had a gorgeous balcony with an awe-inspiring view, a table and chairs for sitting and writing, a hammock for reading and relaxing, a comfy futon with big fluffy pillows for sitting and just being in amazement. We had a little kitchen nook with a constant supply of fresh drinking water and a little living area for entertaining. Our bedroom was beyond accommodating with a spacious His & Hers closet, a super comfortable bed, a heated towel rack, and air conditioning. The bathroom was magnificent and included a rainforest shower head.

If you’re looking to look inward without sacrificing outward comfort and modern life’s little luxuries, look no further! Spirit Vine has it all!

I don’t have enough good things to say about the people we met there, the staff who worked there, or the workshops and activities created for our benefit. I went there prepared to work and found that every moment of “the work” was a joy. From floating in the pond, to sharing a homegrown organic meal and a laugh or a much-needed cry with new found friends, perusing the magnificent library, enjoying a massage and morning yoga, a trip to the beach, bathing under a waterfall, and soaking in the spectacular beauty of Mother Earth- this is the work of a lifetime!

Silvia, Ti0, and Noor have provided us with the tools to make our everyday better and more fulfilling. Still, we can’t wait to return to Spirit Vine one day soon! You are forever in our hearts a home away from home. Many thanks and a thousand blessings to each of you!

Having just returned from the November retreat at The Spirit Vine, I can say without any hesitation, this place is just amazing. If you are thinking of going to a retreat to experience the healing power of Ayahuasca, The Spirit Vine can facilitate this with love, care and beauty.

Silvia has built a little slice of paradise where you can heal in a safe space and meet other like minded folks who are on the same path. Along with her excellent team of facilitators, Ti0 and Noor, you’ll be given the time and space to work with Mother Ayahuasca and feel its infinite power!!

I’ll be back next year to experience The Spirit Vines exceptional beauty, so if you too are on the path, go for it, you won’t regret it!!

A piece of paradise.

It is where I have explored my most beautiful and profound memories, have ended my worst nightmares and found a purpose. It is a place where good intentions and love belong.

It is a place neutral of religion, where you can be as skeptical or open minded as you want.

A big thanks to Silvia for sharing her deep, lifelong knowledge of both psychology and spirituality. And for sharing this beautiful place and vision. And to Ti 0 and Noor for their clear understanding and for helping with anything and everything.

And also, the food is really good! Just got back from my second retreat, and I am already planning my next. I found my place!

If you consider going.. stop reading reviews. Lay down, meditate, you probably already know if this is the place for you!;)