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Colibri Sanctuary

Colibri Sanctuary is a transformational space for people seeking meaningful connection, conscious growth, knowledge, and a harmonious relationship with themselves, each other, and the natural world.

A Safe & Supportive Container

Rooted in reverence. Guided by care.

Our work supports people exploring deeper awareness, compassion, and meaningful connection with themselves, others, and the natural world. Through guided retreats, ceremonial practices, and ongoing study, we create a grounded environment for sincere personal transformation and community connection.

A Thoughtful Process

How We Work Together

Every gathering begins with thoughtful preparation, a confidential health form, and a clear shared understanding of the process.

  1. I

    Create Your Account

    Access your personal client cabinet.

  2. II

    Complete Your Health Form

    Help us understand your individual needs.

  3. III

    Submit Your Application

    Choose your gathering and review the agreement.

  4. IV

    Review and Next Steps

    We will contact you with the next steps.

Banisteriopsis caapi vine and chacruna leaves prepared for ayahuasca

About the sacrament

What Is Ayahuasca?

Ayahuasca is a traditional Amazonian entheogenic sacrament, uniquely prepared from two primary plants: the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and Psychotria viridis, commonly called chacruna.

Banisteriopsis caapi — often called the “vine of the soul”; it contains beta-carbolines with MAOI activity.

Psychotria viridis — commonly called chacruna; it contains DMT, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound.

For centuries, Indigenous peoples of the Amazon have used Ayahuasca in ceremonial, spiritual, and healing traditions to cultivate wisdom, strengthen connection with nature and spirit, and support personal and communal well-being.

Today, it continues to be honored by Indigenous communities and other spiritual traditions as a sacred teacher, approached with reverence, intention, and respect for its cultural origins.

Ayahuasca is an entheogen. The word entheogencomes from three ancient Greek roots that together mean “generating the divine within.” It is a sacrament held in service of a deeper relationship with the sacred and with one's inner life. In this context, the word points toward an inward turning—toward what some traditions call the I AM Presence, or the quiet mirror of the soul. It is approached as an opportunity for prayerful self-inquiry, not as a recreational experience.

Ayahuasca is not a magic pill, a shortcut, or a path for everyone. It does not promise to heal or solve life's difficulties. When we come to her as students, open to receiving guidance, it may reveal our blind spots and bring our awareness to cause and effect, and to what needs to be done in order to fulfill our lives. It is a continuous study of self-mastery that requires an authentic desire to transform, radical responsibility, dedication, devotion, careful preparation, and a willingness to stay present with what arises. At times, it may bring hidden emotions, protective patterns, or the stories we have built about ourselves into view. This can be challenging; the invitation is to meet it with curiosity rather than judgment, without trying to force it to change, and with gratitude for what is being revealed.

Ceremony itself is only one part of the path. It can be a classroom for studying ourselves, life, and our relationship with the sacred. The deeper work begins afterward—when we learn how to apply, embody, and integrate what has been offered into everyday life.

That is why integration and personal responsibility are central to this work. In our community, we stay connected through integration circles, shared conversation, and practical guidance—a simple space to reflect and support one another as we continue along the path.

Faith, practice & responsibility →

Colibri Sanctuary

Faith, Practice & Responsibility

A spiritual context for approaching ayahuasca with reverence, discernment, and care.

Our practice

Colibri Sanctuary is a spiritual community centered on prayerful self-inquiry, ethical personal responsibility, community care, and integration. Within our sincerely held spiritual practice, ayahuasca is approached as a sacrament—not as recreation and not as medical or mental-health treatment.

Participation is not open enrollment. It follows an application, confidential health screening, preparation process, introductory conversation, and facilitator review. Participation may be declined or postponed when safety, readiness, or other concerns arise.

Our spiritual orientation

Guided by humility and reverence

Colibri's spiritual orientation is informed by the teachings of Spiritism, Umbanda, and yogic traditions. We approach these influences with humility and do not claim to represent the full doctrine or practices of any one tradition.

  • ◆Prayerful self-inquiry rather than recreation
  • ◆Reverence for ayahuasca's cultural origins and the Indigenous traditions that have honored it
  • ◆Careful preparation, honest disclosure, and personal responsibility
  • ◆Integration of what is learned into everyday life

Before participation

Screening and preparation matter

Participation is not automatic. Before a reservation is confirmed, prospective participants complete a confidential health questionnaire, have an introductory conversation with a facilitator, and review preparation guidance. Participation is confirmed only when the process is complete and it appears to be an appropriate fit.

Safety and well-being remain central throughout that process. Medication decisions should always be made with the prescribing clinician; do not stop, start, or change prescribed medication without their guidance.

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Clear boundaries

This is not medical or mental-health treatment

The work offered by Colibri Sanctuary is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, prevent, or replace medical or psychological care. Participants should seek guidance from appropriately licensed healthcare professionals for medical or mental-health needs.

Upcoming retreat

Spirit Vision

6-Day Plant Medicine Retreat · Maui, Hawaii, USA

February 2–7, 2027

A small-group journey for renewal, clarity, and meaningful change. Ceremonial work, nature immersion, restorative practices, and integration support are woven through six intentional days.

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Upcoming ceremonies

Ayahuasca Weekends

Two-day ceremony weekends · Maui, Hawaii, USA

Explore upcoming dates and find the gathering that fits your path.

Each ceremony weekend includes thoughtful preparation, an intentional small-group container, and integration support before you return to everyday life.

Ceremony availability

November 7–8, 2026

Availability: 5 spaces left

November 28–29, 2026

Availability: 5 spaces left

December 19–20, 2026

Availability: 3 spaces left

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Founder & Facilitator

Alana Ali

I'm a practicing medium, energy healer, and sound healer. My work is supported by ongoing study of yoga, healing practices, consciousness development, Spiritism, Umbanda, Taoist wisdom, and spiritual traditions that explore awareness and the subtle dimensions of life.

Maui, Hawaii, United States

Thoughtful ceremonies and retreats in Hawaii

Colibri Sanctuary offers small-group ayahuasca ceremony weekends and retreats on Maui, Hawaii, for adults traveling from across the United States and beyond. Every gathering begins with an introductory call, confidential screening, and clear preparation guidance.

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Participation is limited to small groups to help create a respectful, supportive environment.

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