THE SACRED WITCH RETREAT
January 17-21 2027, Mexico
An Initiation into Witchcraft, Plant Medicine &
Indigenous Wisdom
Perhaps you've always felt there was something more.
A deeper connection to nature.
A stronger trust in your intuition.
A longing to step away from the noise of everyday life and remember the woman you truly are.
Not to become someone new.
But to return to the version of yourself that has always existed beneath the fear, the expectations and the conditioning.
If these words resonate with you, perhaps this journey has been calling you for longer than you realise…
For centuries, women across the world have walked different paths towards the same mystery.
In Europe, witches cultivated relationships with herbs, ritual, the moon and the unseen. Across Mexico, indigenous traditions developed profound ceremonial relationships with sacred plants, the spirits of the land and ancestral wisdom.
The Sacred Witch is an invitation to respectfully experience the meeting of these two ancient lineages.
Five Days Where the Sacred Witch Meets the Ancient Medicine
Over five days, we will explore traditional witchcraft through spellwork, ritual, meditation, spirit communication and sacred ceremony, while taking part in guided plant medicine experiences led by experienced indigenous facilitators.
Rather than blending traditions into one, this retreat honours each path for what it is, creating space to learn from both with reverence, curiosity and deep respect.
🌿 4 nights / 5 days luxury accommodation at Lunita Jungle Retreat
🍽 All meals throughout your stay (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
🧙♀️ Daily workshops, rituals and ceremonies with Penny
🍄 Traditional Sacred Mushroom Ceremony guided by experienced indigenous facilitators
🌞 Traditional Blessing Ceremony led by indigenous elders
🌳 Tree Planting Ceremony to honour and give back to the land
💧 Private excursion to our Cenote, including a Ojo de Dios workshop, Cacao Ceremony and Sound Healing
🚐 Round-trip airport transfers from Cancún International Airport (CUN)
What’s Included?
Optional Add-On
🐸 Bufo Ceremony with experienced facilitators (available at an additional cost). Guests who choose not to participate will enjoy a Sound Healing Journey instead.
This Retreat Is for You If...
✓ You feel called to reconnect with your intuition, your inner magic and your most authentic self.
✓ You are curious about witchcraft, sacred mushrooms and indigenous ceremony-whether you are completely new or have years of experience.
✓ You would like to experience plant medicine within a safe, respectful and professionally guided ceremonial setting.
✓ You feel drawn to explore the meeting of European witchcraft and the ancient indigenous traditions of Mexico with curiosity, humility and respect.
Sacred Mushroom Ceremony
One of the most profound experiences of The Sacred Witch Retreat - each ceremony follows the traditional Mazatec lineage, beginning with personal preparation and intention setting before unfolding within a carefully held ceremonial space.
Guided by experienced facilitators and followed by dedicated integration, this is an opportunity to explore the wisdom of the sacred mushrooms with reverence, authenticity and care.
Bufo Ceremony (Optional)
For those who feel called, The Sacred Witch Retreat also offers the opportunity to take part in an optional Bufo ceremony with experienced indigenous facilitators.
Bufo is a sacred medicine of northern Mexico, traditionally held in ceremonial settings with deep reverence and respect. Unlike mushrooms, the experience is brief yet profoundly immersive, often described as a moment of complete surrender, stillness and reconnection.
This ceremony is held within a safe and carefully guided ceremonial container, including preparation, intention setting and post-ceremony integration.
Please Note
The Bufo ceremony is entirely optional and is available at an additional cost. Guests who choose not to participate will enjoy a restorative Sound Healing & Meditation Journey, allowing everyone to experience a meaningful and nurturing afternoon, regardless of their choice.
The Sacred Witch’s Schedule
Day 1 - January 17
- 4 PM: Arrival at the venue
- 6 PM: Welcoming Circle with Penny
- 7.30 PM: Dinner
Day 2 - January 18
- 8 AM: Breakfast
- 10 AM: Blessing Ceremony -12.30 PM: Lunch
-3 PM: Workshop with Penny
-7.30 PM: Dinner
- After dinner: Sharing circle/Journaling/Teas
Day 3 - January 19
-8 AM: Breakfast
-10 AM: Bufo Ceremony
Alternative to Bufo: Sound Healing
-12.30: Lunch
-3 PM: Workshop with Penny
-5 PM: Mushroom Ceremony
Day 4 - January 20
-8 AM: Breakfast
-10 AM - 5 PM: Private Cenote Trip (Ojo de Dios, Sound Healing, Cacao)
-6.30 PM: Tree Planting
-7.30 PM: Dinner
-9 PM - Closing circle with Hug workshop
Day 5 - January 21
-8 AM: Breakfast
-10 AM: It’s time to say farewell!
The schedule above offers a general overview of the retreat experience. As ceremonies and activities are guided by nature and our facilitators, timings may vary. The complete itinerary will be shared with all confirmed guests before the retreat.
BEDROOMS OPTIONS
Private Cabana with Ensuite Bathroom
€3500 (1 person) | €5500 (2 guests sharing)
Enjoy your own private jungle cabana, featuring a queen bed, private bathroom, writing desk and terrace with a hammock. A peaceful sanctuary surrounded by nature
Shared Cabana with Ensuite Bathroom (Matched by Us)
€3000
Share a beautiful jungle cabana with one carefully matched guest. The cabana includes a private bathroom, a terrace with a hammock and plenty of space to relax together.
The Jungle Apartment
3 guests: €8100 (€2700 each) • 4 guests: €10800
Ideal for a group of friends or family, the private apartment sleeps up to four guests and features four beds, a private bathroom and a spacious shared living area.
What Witches Are Saying
ABOUT YOUR HOST
Penny is an author, spiritual mentor, and somatic practitioner devoted to weaving together wisdom, embodiment, and magick. She spent three years in the largest Buddhist monastery in Europe, studying with monks and nuns the fundamentals of Buddhism, mind healing, and spiritual wellbeing. This deep training shapes her unique way of guiding others with presence and compassion.
Penny has mentored more than 100 people on their spiritual and personal journeys and leads a global community of wild‑hearted women. Through her retreats across Europe, she has become known for creating spaces that are both safe and powerfully transformative.
With a blend of folklore, somatic practice, and practical spirituality, Penny creates spaces that are professional, warm, and trustworthy—where you can rest deeply, reconnect with yourself, and carry home practices that nourish long after the retreat ends.
FAQs
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The closest airport is Cancún International Airport (CUN).
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To ensure a smooth arrival, we will take care of all transfers between Cancún International Airport (CUN) and the retreat venue. Should you choose to fly into a different airport, transportation will need to be arranged independently.
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The retreat is open to all genders and spiritual backgrounds. Whether you identify as a witch, a seeker, or are simply curious, you are welcome here. Beginners and those new to these practices will feel supported every step of the way.
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Please note that all payments are non-refundable, regardless of the payment option you choose. Spaces are limited, and each booking secures your place in the retreat circle.
However, if you can’t attend, you’re welcome to transfer your spot to another participant.
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It’s not required, but highly recommended. Travel insurance can help protect your investment in case of illness, travel delays, or unforeseen events.