Kambo Ceremony
A sacred detox experience for those who feel called to go deeper. All are welcome.
Please read this page in its entirety to see if Kambo is a good fit for you.
What is Kambo?
Kambo is a powerful detoxing medicine secreted by the Giant Monkey Frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor), a species native to the Amazon rainforest. Used for thousands of years by indigenous Amazonian tribes for physical purification, mental clarity, and spiritual alignment, Kambo is one of the most potent natural detoxifying substances known.
It is not a psychedelic. It does not alter your perception of reality. What it does is far more grounded.
Kambo works by triggering a full-body purge that clears what has accumulated in the body over time: toxins, stagnation, heaviness. Many describe it as hitting a reset button — one that works on the physical, emotional, and energetic body all at once.
The benefits of Kambo
Kambo has been used and studied for its wide range of physical and energetic benefits. Those who work with it regularly report:
Physical:
- Deep cellular detoxification
- Strengthened immune system
- Reduced inflammation
- Increased energy and vitality following recovery
- Support for chronic pain conditions
- Improved digestion and gut health
- Relief from fatigue and physical heaviness
Mental & Emotional:
- Significant reduction in anxiety and depression
- Mental clarity and sharpness
- Release of long-held emotional patterns
- Increased sense of presence and groundedness
- A reset of the nervous system
Spiritual & Energetic:
- Clearing of what indigenous traditions call panema — energetic heaviness, bad luck, or stagnation
- Deepened connection to intuition and inner knowing
- A renewed sense of purpose and direction
- Feeling of lightness, alignment, and coming home to the body
To receive the full spectrum of Kambo's healing benefits, the Matses tribe recommends three sessions within one lunar cycle — a protocol that works to inoculate and reset the intestinal system.
How the process works
Kambo is administered through small burns made on the surface of the skin — typically on the arm or inner wrist. The top layer of skin is gently removed and a small amount of Kambo is applied directly to the point. From there, the medicine enters the lymphatic system almost immediately.
Within minutes, the body begins to respond.
What to expect during ceremony:
Most of the active purging happens within 20 to 40 minutes of receiving the medicine. Common experiences include:
- A rapid increase in heart rate, a flushing sensation, and temporary increase in body temperature as the body works to kill off parasites, fungal and bacteria growth
- Swelling of the face, lips, and throat — this is normal and temporary
- Nausea and purging (vomiting or diarrhea) — this is the primary mechanism of detox and is considered a release
- Tears, snot, or phelgm expulsion
- Sweating, shaking, feelings of heat, or oscillation between heat and cold
- Emotional release or a sense of something lifting
- Deep stillness and clarity following the purge
Ceremony length is typically 2 to 4 hours, but varies depending on group size.
After the purge, it is common to feel tired. Participants are encouraged to rest, integrate, and are recommended to have the day off from responsibilities, if possible.
The ceremony experience
I hold Kambo as a sacred ceremony. Every ceremony is held within a carefully crafted ritual container that supports the medicine and honors the frog spirit it comes from.
The ceremony includes:
✦ Altar and ritual space setup — every ceremony is held within a intentionally prepared sacred space, wherever you are
✦ Icaros ceremony music — prerecorded traditional healing songs woven throughout the experience to support the body and spirit
✦ Kambo frog spirit meditation — a guided meditation to connect with the spirit of the frog before receiving the medicine, setting clear intention for the work
✦ Shamanic drumming — to open the space and open the body prior to recieving
✦ Sananga eye drops — a sacred Amazonian plant medicine applied to the eyes to clear the eyes and sinus cavities. It also helps to decalcify the pineal gland (third eye). It burns like cayenne pepper juice in your eyes but it is purging the eyes of parasites and bacteria - so it's for a good cause!
✦ Hapé tobacco snuff — a sacred ceremonial tobacco blend used to ground the body, clear the mind, and open the breath before medicine work.
I will travel to your home or a space of your choosing. A gas fee may apply depending on location.
Kambo is not for everyone
Kambo is not appropriate for everyone. Please read the contraindications carefully before applying.
Kambo is NOT recommended for those who:
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have serious heart conditions or have had heart surgery
- Have a history of stroke or aneurysm
- Are currently taking anti-depressants
- Have serious mental health conditions including schizophrenia, psychosis, or bipolar disorder
- Have liver or kidney disease
- Have Addison's disease
- Are recovering from or currently undergoing chemotherapy
- Have had an organ transplant
- Are under 18 years of age
- Have consumed alcohol within 24 hours of ceremony
Sananga is not recommended for people who:
- Have had eye or sinus related surgery within the last 6 months
- Severe dry eye syndrome
- Detached or torn retina
- Glaucoma — the intense burning can temporarily spike eye pressure
- Corneal ulcers or abrasions
- Recent laser eye surgery (LASIK, PRK)
- Note: eye contacts must be removed before receiving sananga
Hapé is not recommended for people who:
- Have severe asthma — the snuff can trigger bronchospasm or breathing difficulty
- Have COPD or chronic bronchitis
- Have active respiratory infection, pneumonia, or bronchitis
- Have had nasal or sinus surgery in the last 6 months
- If you have asthma or allergies - please bring your inhaler or epi pen
If you have a health condition not listed here and are unsure whether Kambo is right for you, please share your health situation in as much detail as possible when filling out the application. All health forms will be reviewed with care.
Private group ceremony
Investment: $180 per person.
Minimum of 4 Kambo participants required for a private group ceremony. Cash only on the day of.
I will come to you — inside your home, your backyard (I can bring an EZ Up), a friend's living room, or other private space.
For groups of 4 or more choosing the Matses traditional path — three ceremonies within one lunar cycle to inoculate and reset the intestines — the investment drops to $150 per person per ceremony. A 50% deposit of the grand total holds your dates.
With larger groups I may have my partner Ian — a professional herbalist and health consultant —assist me to ensure every participant receives full support throughout the ceremony.
What if someone wants to only do Sananga and Hapé? They are welcome to join at a rate of $60, but their attendance doesn't count toward the 4 required Kambo participants.
Preparing for ceremony — the dieta
Following the recommended dieta protocol prior to your Kambo ceremony will support the detoxing process during and after the session, and help your body integrate the medicine more fully in the days that follow.
Detailed dieta instructions will be provided to each participant via email or text after your application has been approved.
Following the dieta is encouraged, but listen to your body and make adjustments as needed. The more you bring to the preparation (however that looks for you), the more the medicine has to work with and the deeper it can go.
Apply for ceremony
Spots are limited and every participant is reviewed individually with care through the health intake process.
If you have any questions, feel free to add them in the questions section of the application.
About Me
My teacher learned directly from the Matses tribe in Brazil, and I am honored to carry this wisdom forward — holding space for others to experience its profound clearing.
Every ceremony I facilitate is grounded in deep respect for indigenous tradition, safety, and unwavering commitment to the medicine. The container is held with mindful intention and full presence.
I am deeply honored to care for the Kambo spirit and medicine and those that feel the call to sit together.
Frequently asked questions
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Are ceremonies only open to women?
No, ceremonies are open to anyone who is a good fit for Kambo health-wise.
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Does Kambo get you high?
No, Kambo is not a psychedelic or hallucinogen. It does not alter your perception of reality. The experience is intensely physical — purging, sweating, and a temporary altered state of body — followed by a deep calm and clarity.
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Is Kambo legal?
Yes. Kambo is legal in the United States and most countries. It is not a controlled substance.
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Can I do Kambo if I am on medication?
It depends on the medication. Some medications are contraindicated with Kambo. Please disclose all medications and health conditions on your form and I will review individually.
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What is the investment?
Single ceremony: $180 per person with a minimum of 4 people. The traditional path of 3 Kambo Ceremonies within 1 month to inoculate and reset the intestines: $150 per person per ceremony, with a minimum of 4 people, and a 50% deposit for all 3 ceremonies required to reserve the dates.
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Can I receive only Sananga and Hape without doing Kambo?
Anyone with Kambo contraindications, or anyone unsure about trying Kambo, is still welcome to sit in ceremony and receive Sananga and Hape. The investment for non-Kambo participation is $60. Please note that non-Kambo participants do not count toward the required minimum of 4 Kambo participants needed to hold a private group ceremony.