La Mezquita

The place was a nice location. Some of the participants came late. Ceremony started in the late evening and still participants came late. This is unacceptable as then we all had to wait for the late comers. They had plenty of time to get here Not only that but they also disrespected the ceremony room as before and after they put their shoes on. Perhaps they didn't know. Finally we were all made to drink the medicine from the same cup. So I had to drink from the same cup that others had drank from and people after me had to do the same. This was disgusting. We are living in covid times and to drink from the same cup. We weren't even given an option. Even if there is no covid we should have been given the option To have a separate cup. I don't even share cups with my family so why would this place think this is acceptable to share with strangers. It was really off-putting . Even if I'd wanted another dose, I would have felt disgusted as it been the same cup Also the next day people came late for dinner, and there needs to be a gap from eating and taking the medicine.this also impacted on its affects. I felt that the eating times and start ceremony should have been more organised. It was too relaxed in terms of time keeping. One of the people who works there seemed a bit abrupt. If this place is improved especially with the cups , time keeping , then there is hope

I attended a one day psilocybin introduction, i was warmly welcomed by experienced, natural staff who made me feel safe and exited to be there. I wanted a deep, powerful journey and was not disappointed. They work with amazing musicians that really helped to amplify the psycadelic effects. We had time to relax after with group integration, great food and even a swim in the sea.

Sanson and the team at La Mezquita are some of the kindest, most professional people working in this space. We were welcomed and cared for with the best hospitality, and graced with some amazing experiences. I can safely say that I had a life affirming few days there, and it was made possible by the fantastic work these guys do. I would highly recommend this retreat.

La Sociedad Psicodélica ha conseguido reunir a un grupo singular de gente sabia, pacífica y agradable alrededor del restaurante La Mezquita y me encantaría tener la ocasión de volver a visitarlos algún día. El enfoque de Sansón me pareció centrado en la dimensión más ceremonial, religiosa, filosófica, social y lúdica de los psicodélicos. Asistí al retiro con psilocibina y San Pedro (huachuma), que incluyó prácticas de meditación, yoga, respiración y, por supuesto, sesiones de integración… Aunque es bastante flexible en la planificación, Sansón se toma esto con seriedad y tiene amplia experiencia. Tiene un espíritu generoso que se nota en su interés por la promoción del autocultivo. Por cierto, que Sansón es un cocinero de primera, y aunque no se venga a eso a los retiros, os aseguro que comeréis sano y bien en La Mezquita. Sansón tiene además la rara virtud de saber rodearse o atraer a gente maja y eso da para muy buenas vibras a lo largo de la experiencia. Quizás el retiro sea menos recomendable para gente que venga con una idea muy predeterminada o un enfoque exclusivamente terapéutico. Al ser la Mezquita un entorno social donde la gente entra y sale con bastante libertad, quizás no sea el mejor lugar para gente muy ansiosa o con estrés postraumático. La acomodación es muy básica y si esto es un problema para ti es mejor que no vayas. La SP también organiza experiencias de un día en la naturaleza en los alrededores de Alicante que recomiendo encarecidamente a cualquier persona. La página me obliga a ponerle “estrellas” a la experiencia, lo cual es una manera *pésima* de evaluar estas cosas. La experiencia fue muy buena para mí pero no lo recomendaría a toda persona. Explico mi calificación. Sansón, como persona, 5***** Si buscas un retiro psicodélico acompañado de yoga/meditación, o una experiencia con un enfoque más social o recreativo, 5***** Si vas con la idea específica de curarte de algo, o es tu primera vez, 3***. No vas a estar mal ni perderás el tiempo, pero tal vez te convenga una experiencia más estructurada

I attended one of the psychedelic retreats back in June and I can honestly say that the experience as a whole exceeded my expectations. Firstly I would like to say that I felt very well looked after, all the staff were very attentive and were always checking up on the guests. This atmosphere naturally made me more relaxed and allowed me to go deeper in the trip. I wasn't sure if I would be able to join the mountain walk as I had a broken foot but Sanson (the retreat leader) made it possible, by driving me up the mountain on his motorbike! The food was amazing, Yoga and meditation were very relaxing. It was both a social and personal experience, i felt as a group we all really connected and shared allot despite the short time we spent together. I took allot away from this experience and would like to say a big thanks to the Mezquita team. Much love, Alfie. 🙏🏽