Retreat Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Friends of the Vine. Please read the following Terms & Conditions carefully before booking. By reserving your place, you agree to these terms.

Booking & Deposits

A deposit is required to secure your place. All deposits are non-refundable. Deposits can be reused or transferred to another retreat within 6 months of the original booking date. After this period, deposits are forfeited. The balance of your payment is due [2 weeks] before the retreat start date.

Cancellations

If you cancel your booking, your deposit is not refundable but may be reused or transferred within 6 months. If you cancel before the retreat start date, no refund will be given. You may transfer your booking to another person (subject to our approval and their suitability ).

If We Cancel

If we must cancel a retreat (for example due to low numbers or unforeseen circumstances), you will receive a full refund of all payments, including your deposit. We cannot refund any costs outside of the retreat fee, such as travel, insurance, or visas.

Health & Safety

Our retreats include activities such as breathwork, yoga, group work, and serving Banisteriopsis caapi tea (Ayahuasca vine, without DMT). You must complete our health and intake forms honestly and accurately. We may decline participation if we believe it is not safe or suitable for you. Always consult a healthcare professional if you have concerns about your health or medications.

Travel & Insurance

You are responsible for arranging and paying for your travel to and from the retreat. We strongly recommend you take out comprehensive travel and health insurance.

Liability

We are not responsible for injury, illness, or loss of belongings during the retreat, except in cases of proven negligence. You attend the retreat at your own risk and accept responsibility for your choices and actions.

Code of Conduct

Please treat facilitators, staff, and fellow participants with respect. We reserve the right to remove anyone whose behavior is unsafe, disruptive, or disrespectful, without refund.

Confidentiality & Privacy

Your personal information will be kept confidential and used only for retreat administration. We expect all participants to respect the confidentiality of group sharing.

Legal Notice

We do not sell or provide drugs, psychedelics, or illegal substances. The Ayahuasca Tea we serve is prepared only from the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and contains no DMT.

Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of Portugal.