NUMINOUS adj. /หnuหmษชnษs/ A term derived from the Latin numen, meaning "arousing spiritual emotion; mysterious or awe-inspiring."
Deep Nature and Psychedelics: A six-day Retreat in Portugal
An invitation into a soul-centric journey of initiation, guided by experienced facilitators and supported by the transformative potential of psychedelics. This retreat weaves together deep Ecopsychotherapy practices with nature-based rituals, helping participants navigate their psychedelic experiences while fostering profound integration and connection.
Held near the beautiful city of Faro, Portugal, the six-day retreat includes two carefully guided psychedelic ceremonies alongside immersive time in nature. Through this blend of psychedelics and Ecopsychotherapy, participants are invited to reconnect with the ancient journey of the human soulโgaining insight, healing, and renewal in a safe and supportive environment shared with like-minded individuals.
๐ฟ Whatโs Included in Your Numinous Retreat Experience:
Two Psilocybin Ceremonies
Expertly guided sessions designed for healing, insight, and deep personal transformation.Comprehensive Health Assessment
A thorough physical and psychological screening to ensure your safety and readiness.Complete Support Framework
Personalized preparation before arrivalโincluding online group sessions and 1:1 guidanceโcontinuous care throughout the retreat, and post-retreat integration sessions (via video calls) with experienced facilitators and psychotherapists.21-Day Preparation Course
Access to our exclusive My Numinous Ways app course, offering structured support and reflection tools to ground your journey.Holistic Daily Practices
Yoga, meditation, art exercises, ecstatic dance, and creative expression to support emotional release, embodiment, and spiritual exploration.Nourishing Plant-Based Meals
Enjoy three wholesome vegetarian meals each day, plus coffee and tea always available.Comfortable, Restorative Accommodations
Stay in thoughtfully designed single or double rooms that invite rest, reflection, and connection to nature.Seamless Travel Support
Round-trip transportation from the nearest airport or train station to the retreat centre.Ongoing Integration & Connection
Stay supported through monthly Numinous Dialogues, and enjoy lifetime membership in the Numinous Community for continued connection, learning, and growth.
Meet Your Retreat Leader: Roger Duncan
Roger Duncan, a Systemic Psychotherapist and Systemic Supervisor working in the NHS and in private practice. His approach has been shaped by his background in Biology, training, and experience as a Waldorf teacher, and as a Vison Fast guide with The School of Lost Borders, in California. Roger has been leading nature-based retreats and researching Eco Systemic approaches to nature and mental health for 30 years. His book โNature in Mind, systemic thinking and imagination in ecopsychology and mental healthโ was published by Routledge in 2018 and he writes and lectures internationally.
Rogerโs first experienced psychedelics in 1979 which initiated 40-years of deep exploration into the healing power of nature connection at the root of ecopsychotherapy. He revisited work with Psychedelics in ceremony, in 2019 which led into a deeper systems approach to healing where the experience can offer a rite of passage into encounters with the spiritual in both Nature and the human Soul. Rogerย has completed aย Professional Certificate in Psychedelic Practice, a comprehensiveย theoretical and practical program focused on psychedelic work.
Rogerโs first book,ย Nature in Mind: Systemic Thinking and Imagination in Ecopsychology and Mental Health, was published by Routledge in 2018.
He also founded and directed the 2022 Confer Diploma, Eco-psychotherapy and the Emerging Adolescent Mind: A Systemic Integration of our Relationship with Nature into Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Practice, as well as the 2018 Confer Eco Psychotherapy webinar, Reclaiming Our Indigenous Relationship with Nature: An Introduction to the Systemic Integration of Nature into Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Practice.
Retreat details:
April 12, 2026 - April 17, 2026
Cost:
ยฃ2750
Location
Near Faro, Portugal
Financial Assistance
Your Journey Begins Here
Thank you for starting your journey with Numinous Ways. Please fill out the initial form and pay your deposit to begin. As part of our intake process, youโll complete a screening form and schedule a call with our psychotherapist to determine if a psychedelic journey is right for you at this time in your life. This step is crucial for your safety and well-being. Once approved, you can pay the remaining balance to confirm your reservation. If your health doesnโt allow attendance, weโll refund your deposit or help explore other options.
I felt secure and supported throughout my psychedelic journey, fostering deep self-reflection and insight.
Facilitators and assistants
*Thereโs a small chance that the team for this retreat might undergo minor changes.
Transportation to and from the Retreat Centre
Meeting Location:ย
We provide transportation from Faro airport or Faro train station to the retreat center.ย
Return Location:
The same as the meeting point, between 1:15 PM and 2:00 PM.
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Deep Nature and Psychedelics: A six-day Retreat in Portugal
ยฃ2750
Deep Nature and Psychedelics: A six-day Retreat in Portugal
An invitation into a journey of soul Centric initiation with experienced guides integrating psychedelics and deep Eco Psychotherapy practices.
An invitation into a soul-centric journey of initiation, guided by experienced facilitators and supported by the transformative potential of psychedelics. This retreat weaves together deep Ecopsychotherapy practices with nature-based rituals, helping participants navigate their psychedelic experiences while fostering profound integration and connection.
Held near the beautiful city of Faro, Portugal, the six-day retreat includes two carefully guided psychedelic ceremonies alongside immersive time in nature. Through this blend of psychedelics and Ecopsychotherapy, participants are invited to reconnect with the ancient journey of the human soulโgaining insight, healing, and renewal in a safe and supportive environment shared with like-minded individuals.
๐ฟ Whatโs Included in Your Numinous Retreat Experience:
Two Psilocybin Ceremonies
Expertly guided sessions designed for healing, insight, and deep personal transformation.Comprehensive Health Assessment
A thorough physical and psychological screening to ensure your safety and readiness.Complete Support Framework
Personalized preparation before arrivalโincluding online group sessions and 1:1 guidanceโcontinuous care throughout the retreat, and post-retreat integration sessions (via video calls) with experienced facilitators and psychotherapists.21-Day Preparation Course
Access to our exclusive My Numinous Ways app course, offering structured support and reflection tools to ground your journey.Holistic Daily Practices
Yoga, meditation, art exercises, ecstatic dance, and creative expression to support emotional release, embodiment, and spiritual exploration.Nourishing Plant-Based Meals
Enjoy three wholesome vegetarian meals each day, plus coffee and tea always available.Comfortable, Restorative Accommodations
Stay in thoughtfully designed single or double rooms that invite rest, reflection, and connection to nature.Seamless Travel Support
Round-trip transportation from the nearest airport or train station to the retreat centre.Ongoing Integration & Connection
Stay supported through monthly Numinous Dialogues, and enjoy lifetime membership in the Numinous Community for continued connection, learning, and growth.