Sierra Ancestral Resort
Minca, Colombia
Atmosphere
Features
💬 Guests Say
- Healing Ceremonies: Guests often describe the ayahuasca ceremonies as “life-changing,” with shamans Carlos and Giovanny praised for their “soulful” guidance.
- Luxury Comfort: Many highlight the newly renovated casitas, calling them a “tropical sanctuary” with modern amenities that enhance the retreat experience.
- Disappointing Experiences: Some attendees report feeling “let down,” citing a lack of mystical effects and inconsistent dosing, with one guest questioning if they received “the right product.”
🚩 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 Sierra Ancestral Resort were identified.
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Theft: No guest reports or public posts on forums, social media, ICEERS data, or news sources mention stolen valuables or items at Sierra Ancestral Resort.
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Sexual Misconduct: There are no documented allegations, complaints, or legal actions against Sierra Ancestral Resort’s staff or facilitators in online discussions (Reddit, Facebook), news archives, or ICEERS resources. While sexual misconduct is a noted risk in the broader ayahuasca retreat community, no specific cases tie to Sierra Ancestral Resort.
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Crime: No evidence of police reports, arrests, or violent incidents associated with Sierra Ancestral Resort surfaced in Google News, Colombian media, retreat forums, or ICEERS findings.
Sierra Ancestral Resort maintains a clean online reputation with no reported incidents of this nature, supported by over 120 five-star Tripadvisor reviews. While general risks (e.g., oversight issues) are discussed in the wider ayahuasca community, including ICEERS safety research, nothing specific to Sierra Ancestral Resort appears in public records or discussions.
🔍 Research Notes
The analysis draws from Sierra Ancestral’s site (sierraancestral.com), Best Retreats, Tripadvisor, Reddit, and ICEERS. Located in La Tigrera, Sierra Nevada, Colombia, near Minca, the resort offers 7-day ayahuasca retreats with farm-to-table meals and tours (e.g., Marinka waterfalls). While Tripadvisor reviews are strong, Reddit posts reveal mixed experiences, with some guests doubting the medicine’s potency and others praising the shamans.
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