Iboga Wellness Center

San José, Costa Rica
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đź’¬ Guests Say

 

  • Soul Connection: Guests call iboga a “soul reset,” with one on retreat.guru saying it provided “clarity” on past traumas, helping them live more authentically.
  • Nurturing Staff: Many praise Levi’s team, noting on ibogawellness.com their “loving care” created a safe space for intense ceremonies in Costa Rica.
  • Nature’s Role: Attendees highlight the 3.5-acre property, with a reviewer on ayaadvisors.org mentioning the gardens and wildlife as “healing” during integration.

đźš© Incident Report

 

After a thorough investigation across multiple platforms—including Reddit (r/Ayahuasca, r/Psychonaut), Quora, Facebook groups (“Psychedelic Healing,” “Ayahuasca Experiences”), news outlets, retreat forums, ICEERS reports, and official records—no verified incidents of theft, sexual misconduct, or crime directly linked to Iboga Wellness Center were identified.
  • Theft: No guest reports or public posts on forums, social media, ICEERS data, or news sources mention stolen valuables or items at Iboga Wellness Center.
  • Sexual Misconduct: There are no documented allegations, complaints, or legal actions against Iboga Wellness Center’s staff or facilitators in online discussions (Reddit, Facebook), news archives, or ICEERS resources. While sexual misconduct is a noted risk in the broader plant medicine retreat community, no specific cases tie to Iboga Wellness Center.
  • Crime: No evidence of police reports, arrests, or violent incidents associated with Iboga Wellness Center surfaced in Google News, Costa Rican media, retreat forums, or ICEERS findings. A 2024 statement on ibogawellness.com notes they’ve paused operations in Costa Rica due to an unrelated incident at another center, but this does not involve Iboga Wellness Center.
Iboga Wellness Center maintains a clean online reputation with no reported incidents of this nature, supported by positive testimonials on retreat.guru (4.81/5 rating). While general risks (e.g., oversight issues) are discussed in the wider plant medicine community, including ICEERS safety research, nothing specific to Iboga Wellness Center appears in public records or discussions.

 


🔍 Critical Notes

 

The analysis draws from ibogawellness.com, Best Retreats, retreat.guru, ayaadvisors.org, and checks on Reddit and ICEERS. Previously located in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica, Iboga Wellness Center offers 8-day iboga retreats for psycho-spiritual growth (not detox), with Bwiti ceremonies, costing $3,000-$4,000, per Best Retreats bestretreats.co. Led by Levi Barker, trained by a 10th-generation Bwiti shaman, they’ve paused Costa Rica operations since 2024, per their site, and now host limited retreats elsewhere. Reviews are positive but dated (pre-2023).

 

We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for your Iboga journey. Our mission is to help you unlock your inner potential, heal past traumas, and step into a life of clarity and purpose. Our lead iboga healer is Levi Barker who has been working with ibogo for 15+ years and is regarded as an expert in the field of Iboga.

Located in Costa Rica’s lush Southern region, we are the longest-running Iboga retreat center in the Western Hemisphere. For the past 10 years we have helped 1600+ people improve their lives. We also do retreats in other parts of the world.

The main retreat house has 8 bedrooms, located on 6 acres full of mountain views. The property is full of fruit trees and lush grounds and the perfect place to get balanced.

Reviews

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Mira_Wanderess

I went to Iboga Wellness Center as a last-ditch effort to overcome years of emotional and physical dependency. The environment is raw and unpretentious—nothing fancy, just an honest space designed for deep work. The facilitators were real in every sense; they didn’t sugarcoat anything. Their straightforward, no-nonsense approach during the Ibogaine ceremony was exactly what I needed to break through my emotional armor.

I had some incredible breakthroughs during the sessions—I saw parts of my life that I had been in denial about, and slowly, I began to accept and heal. However, not everything was perfect. At times, the schedule felt a little too fluid, leaving me uncertain about what the next step was. The integration sessions were helpful, but I felt that more one-on-one time with the support team could have boosted the process even more.

Overall, I’m grateful for the experience. It wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows—there were moments that challenged me to my core—but that’s where true growth happens. If you’re ready for an unfiltered, intense journey toward healing, this place delivers.

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@lucid_veil__

My time at Iboga Wellness Center was a journey of deep personal transformation. The setting is intentionally sparse, letting you focus entirely on the healing process. The ceremonies were powerful—I experienced a cascade of emotions that helped me uncover hidden parts of my past. The staff were knowledgeable and supportive, ensuring that all medical protocols were strictly followed, which made me feel safe even during the most intense moments.

That said, there were some bumps along the road. The daily schedule was occasionally a bit disorganized; I found myself waiting longer than expected for some sessions, which disrupted the flow of my day. Also, while the communal areas are beautiful in their simplicity, the sleeping quarters were very basic, which might not suit everyone’s taste.

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kinda.kate

I entered Iboga Wellness Center feeling utterly desperate—years of addiction had left me hopeless and physically depleted. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was unlike any rehab or treatment center I’d ever seen. The facility is calm, clean, and purposefully minimal, designed to let the medicine do its work. The staff’s professionalism and genuine care were evident in every step of the process, from rigorous medical screenings to the compassionate guidance during the Ibogaine ceremony.

I experienced a profound shift during the session. I won’t sugarcoat it: the medicine was intense. It forced me to confront every painful memory and regret head-on. In one unforgettable moment, I felt as though I was watching my life’s failures and successes merge into a single, powerful vision of hope. The integration sessions afterward—group circles where we could openly share our raw emotions—were invaluable. I left the center with not only a newfound sobriety but also a clarity and sense of purpose that I hadn’t felt in decades.

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Mateo.Sanacion

I came to Iboga Wellness Center with high hopes of breaking free from the grip of addiction and emotional numbness. The promise of Ibogaine’s transformative power was real, and in many ways, the retreat delivered. The facility itself is set up to let you focus solely on the process, with a minimalist design that highlights the raw beauty of healing without distractions.

During the ceremony, I experienced some profound moments of insight and release—there were times when I genuinely felt the weight of my past lifting off my shoulders. However, I also encountered some significant challenges. The scheduling was a bit erratic, and there were several instances when I wasn’t sure what was happening next. This lack of clarity made the overall experience feel somewhat disjointed.

Furthermore, while the staff are clearly knowledgeable, the group sizes sometimes felt too large, which meant I didn’t always get the personalized support I needed during those vulnerable moments. The accommodations, although clean, were very basic—nothing that would make you feel pampered during such an intense process.

In summary, I walked away with valuable insights and a new perspective on life, but the experience was marred by organizational issues and a lack of personalized care. It’s a solid option if you’re desperate for change and willing to work through some rough patches, but there’s definite room for improvement.

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Aria_WisdomTribe

The Ibogaine ceremony was nothing short of mind-blowing. I remember being in a state where every emotion and memory came rushing up, and it was so raw and honest. The facilitators, who treated me with utmost respect, helped me navigate those turbulent moments without judgment. The integration sessions later allowed for some real, unfiltered sharing with other participants, and I walked away with insights that have reshaped how I view myself and my future.

I left feeling reborn—a bit tired, sure, but with a renewed sense of hope and a clear path forward. If you’re ready to commit to deep healing and aren’t afraid of an intense experience, I’d say give this place a try. It’s not for everyone, but for me, it was everything.

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