What is a truffle ceremony?
A truffle ceremony is a communal experience in which psilocybin-containing truffles are used to induce a psychedelic experience. This ceremony is often used to gain deep insights into life and achieve spiritual enlightenment. It can also be used to treat anxiety and depression and to increase creativity and empathy. It is always advisable to think about what intentions you want to start a truffle ceremony with.
During a truffle ceremony a journey will take place to the subconscious. This journey into the subconscious of yourself can be exciting, provide new insights or be used as a very strong therapy against various psychological disorders. With the right preparation and setting during the truffle ceremony we can achieve unprecedented results to grow in life. The use of these types of substances brings one into a state that has many similarities with what happens to you when you reach a very deep state of meditation, and that times a factor of 1000. At higher doses, some also speak of a mystical experience (see also the video).
The effect of truffles
The effects of a truffle ceremony can vary greatly depending on the person and the dosage. In general, the effects can be divided into three phases and the first effects are sometimes noticeable after 15 minutes: the first phase usually includes an increased heart rate and feelings of euphoria and wonder. All senses will work better. Colors become brighter, sounds sound intense and it seems as if the entire environment becomes palpable. In the second phase, the effects may become more intense and visual and auditory hallucinations may occur. During the second phase, the guidance will often encourage you to turn more inward so that you can make optimal use of the effects. During the third phase, the effects are usually less intense, but there can still be a sense of connection with the world around us and the stories of the individual journeys can be shared. Synesthesia, the overlapping of sensory experiences, occurs quite often in truffle ceremonies.
Discover the introspection of a Truffle Ceremony
A truffle ceremony is an experience that can change your life. It can help you gain deep insights into yourself and the world around you. At Triptherapie, we offer professional guidance in undergoing a safe and meaningful truffle ceremony. The ceremonies we organise are known for higher-dose experiences and thus deeper introspection during the truffle trip. Furthermore, we offer support by experienced trip sitters and therapists such as psychologists. Depending on the dosage chosen in consultation with us, the amount of effects will vary. The higher the dosage the higher the triplevel and effects. During our truffle ceremonies, we always offer an extra portion after about an hour to the start. This way we can test if a booster might be useful.
Dosage of truffles
The amount of truffles you take greatly affects how strong the psychedelic effects are. The more you take, the greater the chance of a strong stimulation of the serotonin receptor called 5HT2a, leading to more intense experiences. The effects come in different levels, with lower amounts giving milder experiences and higher amounts leading to stronger hallucinations and changes in perception. Check out what the different amounts and levels mean below, so that together we can determine the best dosage for you.
| Psilocybin Dosage |
Trip level | Duration (h) | Eligibility |
| Low dosage | 1-2 | 3-4 | Beginner |
| Average dosage | 2-4 | 5-6 | Beginner |
| High dosage | 4-5 | 5-7 | Some experience |
| Heroic dosage | 5 | 6-8 | More experienced |
During trip level 1, negative feelings may fade due to serotonin deficiency. Due to different communication between the brain hemispheres, music sounds stronger, colours are more vivid and surroundings feel more real. During this phase, one is more open, social and honest towards oneself and others. Triplevel 1 is experienced at microdoses as the highest trip level. In a truffle ceremony with medium, high and heroic doses, one experiences triplevel 1 briefly in the beginning and returns to this level at the end of the session. Usually, almost everyone chooses a higher dose than triplevel 1 during a truffle ceremony.
A more intense experience of colours and visual effects, such as moving objects and walls. With eyes closed, 2-dimensional patterns can be seen. Due to changes in short-term memory, the participant experiences an alternation of distracting thoughts and strong focus. The natural filter in the brain is bypassed, leading to increased creativity. In this phase, connections can be discovered, such as reasons behind certain events and ways to deal with them. For this experience, most participants want a stronger trp experience.
You see clear visual effects. Everything seems curved or distorted. Patterns appear on walls, objects and faces. There are mild hallucinations, such as seeing flowing rivers in wood grains or other shapes. Senses may also become confused, for example seeing sound as colour. Time seems to distort, making everything take place in the "now". At this level, you can connect to the subconscious, while you still have control over it. The subconscious may contain fears that cause stress without you realising it. This level helps to address those fears. Fears often come from the past or are for the future. These fears are not real now, and acceptance is possible during this experience. Many participants in truffle ceremonies want to reach this level.
Powerful hallucinations, where objects may turn into other objects. The sense of self blurs; objects may talk to you, for example, or you may experience different feelings at the same time. Reality seems unclear, and time becomes difficult to understand. Experiences of stepping out of your body may occur. Sensory stimuli may become mixed together. Because of the loss of self and the protection that comes with it, you are often hard but honest with yourself in this phase. Problems can be discussed and given a place. The connection to the subconscious is strong in this triplet, allowing you to learn a lot about your own identity, even if it seems like someone else because of the loss of self. Many participants of truffle ceremonies want to reach triplevel 4 during the ceremony.
At this level, there is a complete loss of visual connection to reality, with the senses not functioning normally. People experience a merging with their surroundings, other objects or the universe. The sense of reality disappears so much that it is difficult to describe. This level differs from the others because the real world seems to cease to exist. During this stage, there is no more ego control and the connection with the subconscious is strongest. As with triplevel 4, triplevel 5 is also difficult to find words and talking makes little sense. It feels like a dream that you cannot control yourself. This stage can offer insights in ways that cannot be understood at first. Psychonauts who experience level 5 often describe the experience as mystical, the best moment of their lives or even terrifying. People who like to be in control may find this frightening at first. It is not recommended to enter into this experience without any experience with psychedelics. Those with some experience often aspire to triplevel 5 and the ego death that comes with it.
More than just a ceremony with truffles
Most customers who request a truffle ceremony would like to work on their mental health. A truffle ceremony is ideal for this, but we go further than that. After registration, you will also receive nutritional and exercise advice, possibly in combination with supplements, based on the information you enter. We do this because the result of a truffle ceremony will be so much better. We also provide viewing, reading or listening tips that we think can help you during the truffle ceremony. During the truffle ceremony we will assist you to work on the predetermined goals. On the day of the ceremony we will use aromatherapy, color therapy and music to make the experience as good as possible. Together we aim for full profit!
Are truffles safe for everyone?
A truffle ceremony can be safe if performed in the right way. At Triptherapie, we provide professional guidance and a safe environment to minimise risks. However, it is important to remember that psychedelics can be potentially dangerous for people with certain medical conditions or taking certain medications. We will screen every application for safety. And the tips we talk about above are also based on the intake/screening.
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Choosing between a private or group ceremony?
Besides the organised open truffle ceremonies, you can also put together your own group or book an individual session with us. Although our open truffle ceremonies are only with a maximum of 6 participants, we understand well if you still want a private session. Please use the blog below to assess for yourself whether an individual session suits you better, or whether you would like to participate in the truffle ceremony in group form.
Next truffle ceremony
At Triptherapie, we organise several open truffle ceremonies every month. You can check out the next available ceremony here. We also offer MDMA group sessions; information on these can be found via the button below.
Truffle retreat location Zuid-Holland
Having the Psychedelic Loft in Schiedam is an amazing place that inspires! With its ideal location in South Holland, close to The Hague and Rotterdam, it is easily accessible by public transport and you can also park for free within walking distance.
This loft is decorated with care and creativity, full of art and patterns that create a special atmosphere for the truffle ceremony. And after the ceremony, you can stay overnight at no extra cost, allowing your experiences to sink in even more. Find out more about this unique venue via the button below!
Atmosphere shots location Schiedam
Truffle ceremony reviews
We are fully committed to creating an unforgettable experience for every participant. With our vast experience in organising both individual and group sessions, we have helped more than 2,500 clients. This gives us a good understanding of the different requirements that exist. This knowledge allows us to set up truffle ceremonies in such a way that we can optimise key aspects such as the right dosage for everyone, sufficient guidance and the possibility for privacy during the ceremonies. Your journey towards self-discovery and growth is in good hands with us!
The opinions of our satisfied customers on truffle ceremonies and our other psychedelic sessions can be found in the reviews. Get inspired!
Agenda truffle ceremonies
Check the calendar to see if there is a suitable date to join the truffle ceremonies for groups. Besides these monthly truffle ceremonies, you can also choose to put together your own group and then book a private ceremony. With these private sessions, we are more flexible when it comes to scheduling. You can find availability for private truffle ceremonies at our venue below.
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8 February 2025
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29 March 2025
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the truffle ceremony
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about our truffle ceremonies. Is your question not here? Then ask it to our chatbot Trippy or contact us.
At Triptherapie, truffle ceremonies cost 550 euros per participant. This price includes intake, personal advice, integration, psychedelics, food, drinks and the overnight stay.
Yes, it is possible to add cocoa to the truffle ceremony. Combining cocoa with magic truffles is already fairly common during the cocoa truffle ceremony. Adding cocoa to magic truffles allows psilocybin to remain active longer. Moreover, cocoa is believed to open the heart, which in combination with psilocybin can offer a powerful experience. During truffle ceremonies that are organised, cocoa is one of the additives that customers can choose, alongside other options such as passion flower and blue lotus. It is important to indicate this while completing the intake so that the options in your specific situation can be considered.
Yes, you may choose psiloflora at a truffle ceremony. From June 2023, it will be possible to choose psiloflora at any truffle ceremony and vice versa. Psiloflora is similar to psilohuasca, but with a softer MAOi (passion flower). This means you can choose to use psiloflora as an addition to your truffle ceremony.
