Root Healing Iboga Retreats Reviews 

I have no words to describe how incredible this 100% effective treatment is. From the very first session, it gave my family and me our lives back—there is nothing better. Alessandro is a person filled with love, compassion, and wisdom for everyone; he is truly admirable. I underwent the treatment in Europe ♥️and it was the best experience of my life. ♥️♥️♥️

It hasn’t been easy learning to face all the parts of myself I’ve spent years loving to hate. I didn’t love it really, rather it was habit. Patterns I couldn’t figure out how to break, and I couldn’t see how deeply they saturated my life, but I could feel it every day. Anxiety. Dread. Thoughts of the next bad thing that might happen. I realized some time last year that I lived every day in fear, and I began to notice how that too was driving how I moved through life.
This retreat, although words can’t encapsulate what it has done for me, was not a cure all; but my experiences there helped point the way. The Bwiti spiritual tradition offers truth and clarity, if you are open to it. Sarah and Ryan are skilled and trustworthy facilitators, and I’m not someone who trusts easily. But they earned my trust by creating a safe space and offering sage wisdom and guidance.
When you leave a safe container and step back into your old reality with new awareness, it can be shocking, but they offer integration services that are a respite and safe haven for hashing out those things you can’t easily describe to others.

I’m not a new person, but I’m showing up different in my life all the time now. The most challenging piece for me has been being gentle with myself; it’s like learning a new language. You can’t undo years of habits and patterns in a day, but you can meet yourself in those dark places instead of running, and when you do, liberation exists on the other side of your courage. You’re stronger than you have believed. And you have what it takes to persevere. The way forward is written on your heart, and it’s always been. This retreat can help you uncover what’s been buried for far too long.

They're very in tune with where you are and stay very calm even in the most stressful moments because they know the medicine very well. I went through some really rough moments with iboga but they helped me get through it in an amazing way and feel way better than before on the other side. They want whats best for you and are very proffessional and loving in helping you there.

Ali & G were fantastic! With you all the way. Iboga is a dug to show you anew perspective and angle you did not see before. Hoping units light shines on you the right way. Food and conversations were A+. Accommodation was fantastic. Best gelato in the world in the city. Definitely a healing journey Iboga opens the door you need to step through and continue the work everyday. Thank you Ali and G.

My week at Root Healing left me with a new mind that I vastly prefer to the old one. Before the retreat, my life was structured around a crippling anxiety that left me obsessed with work and awkward in social interactions. I’d taken psychedelics in the past, and found that while they offered insights, the change I was looking for remained elusive.

Iboga was different. It reprogrammed me, but only in the ways that I wanted and asked for. Everything is different now: I eat differently, sleep differently, and exist in my head differently. Happiness is accessible now, in the present, instead of being a remote dream for the future.

I’d wanted to do Iboga for a long time, and I feel incredibly fortunate that my first time was at Root Healing. Sarah and Ryan have trained with a shamanic lineage from Gabon, and they structure their offerings around traditional Bwiti teachings. The retreat takes place in a beautiful location, with delicious food, nature, artwork, and caring, competent facilitators. These guys really know what they’re doing. During difficult moments, Sarah and Ryan were always there with wisdom and insights that helped me move the process forward and get the most out of my time.

I could not recommend more highly—I am, in fact, currently trying to convince several friends to do retreats at Root Healing. Truly one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself, maybe even the #1 best. These guys are amazing and I’m so grateful to them.

Literally life changing. You only get out what you put in. Professional, transformative, caring, angelic. wonderful. Do not wait. Change your life.

Did Iboga again after my first 2 ceremonies were in january and a bit helpful. I suffer from Strong dpdr mainly. I was hoping that the next 2 Sessions will do even more healing but nope, in my case very little happened and now feeling way more DPDR and disconnection. The food and G and Ale were Great but I’m feeling V dissappointed now to say the least.
I’m writing because people saying that iboga will always, miracle drug… well nope.

I'll be honest, I was a bit nervous going into this retreat, I've never done anything like this before, but I'd tried everything to get my mental health on track and nothing seemed to work. It almost sounds crazy to say, but I feel like this retreat has done it, I feel like a new person in a good way, like I've been given another chance at life. Don't get me wrong, it was not easy, but healing rarely is, I honestly nearly left after the first ceremony, but something told me to stay, and I'm so glad I did. I'd do it 100 times over again to feel like this. I did the retreat in Europe, Alessandro and G were both amazing hosts, they prepare you for everything and make sure you are comfortable throughout the retreat. Highly recommend!

I recently visited Root healing Europe, great location, very peaceful but you are still able to walk to the nearby Historic town, Alessandro and G are fantastic, fully explaining the Ceremony process and constantly checking to make sure you are comfortable, the accommodation is very comfortable and clean and the food is healthy with a verity of different meals, I will be back!

I recently completed a retreat with Root Healing, and my experience could not have been better—it truly exceeded every expectation I had. From the very first inquiry through fina integration, the entire process was handled with exceptional professionalism, warmth, and genuine care.

Ryan, Sarah, and Alessandro are outstanding leaders and practitioners. Their expertise in the Bwiti tradition and Iboga work is profound, but what truly sets them apart is their deep compassion and attentiveness. Ryan’s calm presence and insightful guidance created such a safe space for vulnerability and transformation. Sarah brought an incredible nurturing energy and was always there with clarity and support. Alessandro’s grounding wisdom and skillful facilitation helped weave the group into a truly supportive community. Together, they fostered an environment of trust, respect, and profound healing that allowed real breakthroughs to happen.
The retreat itself was beautifully structured—clear instructions, thoughtful pacing, nourishing food, and a sacred container that honored both the tradition and each participant’s unique journey. I felt completely held throughout, and the insights and shifts I’ve experienced since have been nothing short of miraculous. This work has given me tools, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose that I didn’t know was possible.

Bassé Root operates with such high integrity as a nonprofit dedicated to this sacred medicine and reciprocity with the communities in Gabon. If you’re called to this path, I can’t recommend them highly enough. Ryan, Sarah, Alessandro, and the whole team are the real deal—caring, skilled, and committed to true healing. This was one of the most important experiences of my life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Traveled from Australia to Root Healing in europe for a necessary intervention. As a businessman and father, my nervous system was redlined, constantly chasing dopamine spikes.
The Iboga ceremony was a cold, biological slate-wipe. Alessandro and Gajanan provided a safe, expert environment for the heavy internal work. I’ve returned home with a clarity and peace I haven't felt in years the frantic engine is finally off. If you need to fundamentally rewire your baseline, this is the best investment you can make for your future and your family.

Awesome location, great food and great to meet others people from around the world struggling with addiction or mental health issues.

After years of trying different approaches this retreat in Europe finally put me on the right path to healing. Great leaders who provide care, comfort and support to aid your journey back to you. Will definitely do it again and cannot recommend it enough.

In January 2026, I attended a retreat in Europe that truly changed my life. I arrived feeling lost — searching for clarity around my work and direction in life — while also carrying a deep heaviness in my heart that I didn’t know how to release.
Through the plant medicine experience, I was guided to see my life from a much deeper place — from my soul rather than my ego. What once felt confusing became clear. What once felt heavy began to soften. I left the retreat with a sense of peace, a lighter heart, and a clear understanding of the path ahead.
The care and presence of Alessandro, Gajanan, and Giuliana were exceptional. I felt completely safe, supported, and deeply held throughout the entire journey. Their warmth, integrity, and dedication made all the difference.
This was one of the most profound and meaningful experiences of my life. I feel deeply grateful and I can really recommend this retreat to anyone who feels called to do deep inner work.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Linda

It’s impossible to put into words of the transformative experience that a week at Basse Root did. I don’t remember what I was expecting, but this was beyond what I could have imagined. The space that was held allowed me to deal with things the way I needed to deal with. The care that was offered was always considerate and helpful. The food was delicious and cooked with love. And the staff clearly solid, quality people. And all that supported the bigger endeavor of taking in the teaching from the medicine, which I am unable to describe, but truly profound. I leave feeling rested, centered, more at home with myself, and trusting myself than maybe ever before. And I have the tools in place to integrate that into my life on a daily basis. Thank you Ryan, thank you Sarah, thank you Iboga.

Thank you.

My Iboga Retreat with Root Healing was deeply transformative and truly paradigm-shifting. From my first call with Alessandro, I knew I was in the right hands—and that was confirmed over 9 days and three Iboga sessions facilitated by Alessandro and G. I lead transformation myself, so it takes a rare level of integrity and steadiness for me to fully trust another container. They held it with strength, care, and real purpose. Iboga supported a full operating-system reset for me—closing survival loops, reducing fear-based reflexes, and restoring a deeper sense of truth, clarity, and sovereignty. I left feeling cleaner, steadier, and more aligned with my direction and purpose, and I highly recommend Root Healing—especially for leaders and founders who need a real upgrade.

Ryan, Sarah, and Colby were skilled at creating and holding the space for my healing to take place. For that I am forever in gratitude 🙏

I can not thank Alessandro and Gajanan enough for their care and guidance during my 6 day retreat. Selflessness and dedication, attention to detail and great care in preparing our meals, every aspect of this retreat was great! Very nice, comfortable and peaceful location with top care made me feel safe and serene during and after ceremonies. I highly recommend this retreat. Thank you, thank you infinitely!

Who knew healing could ever be so fun? Forget everything you think you know about what you’re about to do, and enjoy it. You can trust these guys. But you don’t need to hear that from me. You’ll know for yourself. Trust yourself.

Overall, I couldn't have asked for more from this retreat. This was my first time meeting with this medicine and was unsure what to expect, but as I settled in, it became very clear that I was (we all were) in good hands. Ryan and Sarah are very adept retreat facilitators and *extremely* skillful in working with whatever the medicine brings up for people, which is so impressive given the diversity of experiences people have. If you are feeling called to meet with this plant spirit, in its entirety, look no further than Root Healing. Basse!