Kambo is a traditional Amazonian medicine derived from the secretion of the giant monkey frog.
It’s known for its deep cleansing effects on both the body and mind, helping to release toxins, restore vitality, and foster a renewed sense of connection within oneself.
Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for a Kambo session and ensure a healing experience.
Experience the Power of Kambo
Discover the Profound Impact of This Traditional Medicine
Deep Detoxification: Cleanse your body of toxins and impurities, leaving you feeling refreshed and revitalized.
Enhanced Mental Clarity: Experience a clearer mind, free from the cloud of emotional and mental blockages.
Strengthened Inner Connection: Awaken your inner resilience and feel more aligned with your true self.
Emotional and Physical Release: Let go of what no longer serves you, creating space for new growth, peace, and vitality.
The Benefits of Kambo
Optimize Your Kambo experience with these preparation steps:
Hydrate: Drink water in the days leading up to your session, but avoid over-hydrating on the day of the ceremony to ensure a balanced experience.
Avoid Food and Alcohol: Fast for 8 hours before your session, and avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours.
Dress Comfortably: Wear loose clothing and bring items, such as a blanket or water bottle, that will keep you comfortable.
Avoid Medication: Refrain from taking medications for 8-24 hours before your session unless discussed with the practitioner.
How to Preparer for your Kambo Ceremony
What to Expect During a Kambo Session
Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony often includes other Amazonian medicines to prepare the mind and body for Kambo:Sananga – This sacred medicine is applied as eye drops, often used to treat and prevent ocular diseases, providing mental clarity and focus for the ceremony.
Rapé (pronounced “Hapé”) – A traditional blend of medicinal plants applied to the nasal passages to open and cleanse the energetic channels.
Kambo Application
The practitioner applies Kambo through small points, known as "Gates," created on the skin using a vine or incense stick. Once applied, the Kambo quickly enters the lymphatic system, triggering a natural purging process that may include physical sensations such as sweating, nausea, or vomiting.
Sacred Space
Respect the ceremonial environment and the guidance of the practitioners. They may incorporate specific rituals or traditions to honor the sacred nature of the ceremony.Intention Setting and Focus
We begin with a brief moment of intention setting to ground you in the experience. This helps you center your focus on what you want to release or accomplish through Kambo. Examples of reflective questions to guide your intention may include:What do I need to heal in my body?
How do I want to feel after the Kambo ceremony?
What am I asking to receive?
What might be holding me back from the life I want?
A typical Kambo ceremony may last up to 2 hours. During this time, allow yourself to fully engage with the medicine and trust the process.
Purging and Release
The effects of Kambo typically last between 15 to 40 minutes, during which you may experience a range of emotions and sensations. Embrace any discomfort as a natural part of the cleansing process; this is the medicine working to restore balance within your body.Rest and Recovery
After the purging phase, you’ll be given time to rest, rehydrate, and integrate the experience. Many report feeling a deep sense of clarity, calm, and renewed energy in the hours and days following a Kambo session.
Aftercare for Kambo
Support Your Body and Mind Post-Ceremony
Stay Hydrated: Drink water to support continued detoxification and recovery.
Eat Light, Nourishing Foods: Break your fast with gentle, easy-to-digest foods to support your body’s healing process.
Reflect on Your Experience: Journaling or quiet reflection may be helpful as emotions and insights continue to unfold in the days after the ceremony.
Kambo can be an intense yet profoundly rewarding journey, helping you clear the way for deeper emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Trust the process, embrace the experience, and allow Kambo to guide you toward greater clarity and vitality.