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Kambo Practitioner Training May 9 - 19 in Peru
Traditional Matsés Medicine & Practical Training for Healing Work
What's Included

During Your Kambo Practitioner Training

What to Expect

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Are you ready for a life-changing experience? At Aya Healing Retreats, we offer a unique opportunity to become a certified Kambo practitioner, guided by experienced Matsés MAESTROS—guardians of this ancient Amazonian medicine. With their expertise, you’ll embark on a transformative journey, learning from authentic indigenous healers.

During your stay, you’ll engage in a deep, immersive program centered around the Matsés family from the Nuevo Paujil community in Peru. This community is dedicated to preserving their ancestral traditions, and you’ll have the rare privilege to learn directly from their teachings. Experience Kambo ceremonies, engage with Matsés elders, acquire the sacred medicine safely, learn bow hunting techniques, and master the art of administering Kambo to others with confidence and care.

Our comprehensive program goes beyond just Kambo—it also introduces Nunu, a traditional tobacco snuff. You’ll learn how to integrate Nunu into your practice, whether for personal use or as part of your healing offerings. This holistic approach, guided by the authentic wisdom of the Matsés, ensures a rich and grounded experience.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become a Kambo practitioner and immerse yourself in the profound healing traditions of the Amazon. Join us at Aya Healing Retreats for an unforgettable journey of transformation and empowerment.

  • Guided by Authentic Kambo Masters

    Work with experienced Matsés healers, the authentic guardians of the Kambo tradition. They will guide you through every step of the training, teaching you the sacred practices of Kambo application and the spiritual use of this powerful Amazonian medicine. Trust in their wisdom as they create a container where healing, spirit, and energy come together.

  • Traditional Kambo Ceremonies

    Participate in Kambo ceremonies in a sacred and safe container, guided by trained practitioners. Each ceremony is an opportunity to deepen your connection with Kambo and experience its profound healing effects, while learning the process of safe and respectful application for others.

  • Kambo Application & Personalized Healing

    As a Kambo practitioner in training, you will learn to apply Kambo safely and with intention. Under expert guidance, you will practice the application process, learning to support healing in others. You will also experience personalized healing through the Kambo medicine, enhancing your understanding of the healing potential of this powerful medicine.

  • Master Kambo Training

    Engage deeply in the Kambo Practitioner Program, where you will learn the sacred process of Kambo preparation, application, and ceremony. This training includes hands-on practice, ensuring you are prepared to administer Kambo safely and effectively, helping others on their healing journeys.

  • Support Beyond the Ceremony

    Beyond Kambo ceremonies, the program offers integrative practices such as breathwork, meditation, and personal growth workshops. These holistic methods ensure that you are fully supported in both your Kambo training and personal transformation as you step into your role as a Kambo practitioner.

  • Culturally Rooted

    This program honors the Matsés tradition of Kambo, integrating modern therapeutic principles with respect for cultural practices. All teachings ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone involved in the healing process.

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Your Healing Journey with Kambo

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This immersive 10-day Kambo retreat is a rare opportunity to connect with the ancestral wisdom of the Matsés people—the original guardians of this Amazonian medicine. Held in a sacred, trauma-informed environment, the retreat includes multiple traditional Kambo ceremonies performed by the Matsés family, offering a profound physical and energetic cleansing experience.

You’ll be guided through each step with care and integrity, learning how to receive the medicine in alignment with its traditional roots. Alongside the ceremonies, you’ll also explore Rape (sacred tobacco snuff) and experience the healing power of silence, nature, and connection with the indigenous worldview.

This is not just a detox—it’s a deeply embodied journey of renewal, alignment, and respect for a medicine that has been used for generations.

What's Included

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  • 11 Days Private Accomodation, 2-3 Meals Per Day
  • ⁠Full training program
  • ⁠⁠Follow up calls
  • Transfer & meals included
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Interested in our payment plan options? Speak to our program coordinator today or email info@ayahealingretreats.com

*Prices are in USD.

Training Program
  • Kambo ceremonies, performed by Matses family
  • Talks, lectures and education from the Matses family and elders
  • Safe and harm-free medicine acquisition
  • Bow hunting
  • Self-application techniques
  • How to safely serve others with this medicine, including screening and application processes
  • Kambo workbook which will assist you during your time with us, as well as after the apprenticeship
  • Two Kambo sticks each and the opportunity to purchase more directly from the Matses family
  • Workshops on working with Nunu (tobacco snuff) – including harvesting, roasting and application
  • Rapé (Hapé) Kuripe for self application
  • Agua de Florida use
  • Shambira (natural fibres) workshop
  • Making tinctures workshop
Comfort
  • Breakfast Lunch Dinner (2-3 meals/day)
  • 11-Days accomodation in a private jungle Bungalow (a Tambo)
  • Washing and Laundering of clothing
  • Transportation from Iquitos (and back)
Grounding
  • Fascinating group lectures that reveal the sacred traditions of the Matses traditions, language, and knowledge
  • Learning and working with Kambo in a ceremonial setting
  • Night-time excursions to meet and connect with the frogs
Integration
  • Dedicated Integration Groups with time for sharing
  • Integration workshop
  • Facilitators trained in Trauma Informed Plant Medicine Facilitation
  • Full translations from Spanish or Matses to English
  • Private follow-up integration sessions with Cristina
  • Access to our Private WhatsApp Group
Optional Activities
  • Guided hikes through the epic Amazon rainforest, learning about local plant and wildlife
  • Swimming at the near river
  • Musical Instruments, Art Materials

Kambo Retreat in the Peruvian Amazon

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Is this the Kambo retreat you’ve been seeking?

Our Kambo retreat is designed for individuals who already have experience with this sacred Amazonian medicine and feel called to go deeper into their healing journey with the guidance of plant spirits. This immersive experience is ideal for those who understand the seriousness of the path and wish to strengthen their relationship with Kambo in an authentic, culturally respectful way. If you’re unsure, our team is available to support you with more information.

Participation in the retreat requires adherence to dietary and behavioral guidelines, which are part of the traditional way of working with the Matses. These include letting go of certain foods and habits to show commitment to healing and to open the door to protection, clarity, and guidance from the spirit of the medicine.

Ready to walk the Kambo path?

By joining this retreat, you are also supporting a meaningful project within the Matses community. A portion of your tuition goes directly to initiatives that help preserve their ancestral knowledge, support elder storytelling, protect sacred songs and plant wisdom, and create new medicinal gardens in their territory.

What's not included?

A Powerful Amazonian Cleanse Guided by the Matses Tradition

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Hidden deep in the Amazon, El Encanto de Chullachaqui is more than a retreat center — it’s a sacred space for transformation.
Here, under the guidance of experienced Matses practitioners, Kambo is served in a traditional and respectful way.
You’ll receive this potent medicine in a tranquil setting designed to support deep release, clarity, and reconnection with your full potential.

Availability: Reserve Your Spot Today

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Our retreats fill quickly due to limited space, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience.

Embark on your journey​

Our Full Package Ayahuasca Retreat Prices

$ 2800.00

Pioneer Pass

Limited to the first 4 bookings

 Availability

$ 3000.00

Advance Pass

Enjoy priority pricing when you book 40 days in advance.

 Availability

$ 3400.00

Final Call

Last-minute opportunity to join at the standard rate.

 Availability

$ 2600.00

Legacy Lane

for returning participants to deepen their transformative journey.

 Availability

$ 2300.00

Sacred South

for Central & South American residents, honoring our shared heritage.

 Availability
  • Start: 09/05/2026
  • End: 19/05/2026
  • 10 Days Private Accomodation, 2-3 Meals Per Day
  • Kambo ceremonies, performed by Matses family
  • Full Training Program
  • Workshops on working with Rapè (tobacco snuff)
  • Follow up calls
  • World Class Safety Standards

Meet the Healers

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maestro matse, Shipibo master curandero

Don Wilder

Maestro Matsé

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Kris

Lead Facilitator

Immersion in authentic tradition is at the heart of our work

Our retreats focus on education in the shamanic traditions of the Peruvian healers with classes and workshops on Icaros, Master Plants, and a variety of plant treatments. We are rooted in ancient traditions and we provide a fully immersive experience that includes much more than simply Ayahuasca plant medicine!

The holistic approach of traditional shamanic natural medicine is not only centered on Ayahuasca but also on personalized plant treatments.

How to Apply

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This retreat is for those ready to commit to their healing path with respect, humility and intention. To apply, click below and complete a short form. A team member will schedule a call to answer your questions and ensure this is the right fit.

  • 1. Pre-Apply by Filling Out the Initial Form

    Start your journey by submitting a brief pre-application form to help us get to know you.

  • 2. Complete the Full Application

    Once pre-approved, you’ll receive the full application to share more details about your intention and health background.

  • 3. Wait for a Response from Our Team

    Our team will review your application carefully and get in touch via email if any further information is needed.

  • 4. Receive the Payment Link

    Once accepted, we’ll send you a private payment link to securely reserve your space.

  • 5. Secure Your Spot

    Make your payment in full or choose a monthly payment plan to confirm your place in the retreat.

  • 6. Receive Your Welcome Pack

    We’ll send you a detailed welcome guide with all the key information to prepare for your experience.

  • 7. Join Our Telegram Community

    You’ll be invited to join our private Telegram group to connect with facilitators and fellow participants.

  • 8. Attend the Retreat

    Travel to our center with clarity and confidence. We’ll be there to receive you and guide the process.

  • 9. Stay Connected

    Remain part of our extended community and reach out anytime. We’re here to support your path.

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What to Know About Kambo Treatment

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More and more people around the world are becoming aware of Kambo, a traditional Amazonian medicine used for purification, protection, and energetic alignment. If you’re curious about this powerful treatment, it’s important to approach it with respect for its origin and the indigenous peoples who have preserved this knowledge for generations.

Kambo (also referred to as Sapo or Vacina-do-Sapo in Brazil, meaning “frog vaccine”) is not a new trend — it’s a sacred ritual practiced by Amazonian tribes for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. While it may seem new to the global audience, its roots run deep in the forest, where it continues to serve as a tool for healing, strength, and spiritual clarity.

What Exactly is Kambo?

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Kambo is the name given to the secretion of the Phyllomedusa bicolor, a giant tree frog found in the Amazon rainforest. This secretion is carefully collected and applied in a ceremonial context to support deep cleansing — physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

The secretion contains a unique blend of bioactive peptides — including dermorphin, deltorphin, sauvagine, and dermaseptin — which interact with the human body in powerful ways. These compounds are known to promote detoxification, boost the immune system, support pain relief, and sharpen mental focus.

However, the true power of Kambo lies not only in its biochemical properties but in the intention, ritual, and ancestral knowledge that guide its use.

How is Kambo Collected?

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The secretion of the giant tree frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor) is carefully gathered in a respectful and non-lethal way. Local forest guardians or trained practitioners locate the frog in the early morning and gently collect the secretion by stimulating the skin.

The frog is not harmed during the process and is returned to its natural habitat immediately afterward. The secretion is then dried on small wooden sticks, forming a resinous substance — these are the kambo sticks used in ceremonies.

This traditional method of collection reflects the deep respect indigenous communities hold for the frog, its spirit, and its healing gift.

How is Kambo Administered?

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Kambo is always applied within a sacred ceremonial space. A trained practitioner or traditional healer (curandero) guides the process with care, intention, and respect for the medicine. Participants are invited to sit or lie down, often in a quiet circle, to begin the ritual.

Small points or “gates” are opened on the skin using a smoldering stick, typically on the upper arm. The dried Kambo is then mixed with a bit of water and applied to these points, allowing the medicine to enter the lymphatic system directly.

The effects begin within minutes, bringing a powerful and purgative experience designed to cleanse the body, clarify the mind, and strengthen the spirit.

What is the Kambo Experience Like?

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Kambo has long been used by indigenous healers to clear the body, mind, and spirit of heavy energies. While the immediate effects may be physically intense, many participants describe a deep sense of calm, emotional release, and inner clarity once the ceremony is complete.

Some report feeling lighter, more focused, and grounded. Others speak of renewed strength, heightened energy, and a clearer connection to their intentions and inner guidance.

Each experience is unique — but what unites them all is the powerful sense of reset and renewal that Kambo often brings.

Honoring the Source of Your Kambo

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The integrity of a Kambo experience begins with the source — both of the medicine and the people who serve it. At AYA Healing Retreats, we are honored to collaborate with the Matsés lineage from the Nuevo Paujil region of the Peruvian Amazon — a family who has carried the wisdom of Kambo for generations.

With deep reverence for the frog and its forest home, the Matsés family continues to share this sacred medicine in a respectful and traditional way, preserving both the spiritual and ecological balance of the Amazon.

What Our Guests Say

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Hear directly from those who have walked this transformative journey with us. Their stories reflect the deep healing, spiritual awakening, and growth they experienced during our Ayahuasca retreat.

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Not Included

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  • Personal accommodation in Iquitos before/after the retreat
  • Your airfares
  • Your travel insurance
  • Your Peruvian visa (if necessary)
  • Personal expenses and meals in Iquitos before/after the retreat
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Maestra Juanita

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Shipibo Curandera

Maestra Juana was born into the Shipibo community of Pahoyan, one of the most powerful Shipibo healing lineages in the Peruvian Amazon. She is around 60 years old, however her exact age is unknown.She has been studying for more than 35 years under Maestra Manuela, Papa Gilberto and Papa Bejamin, who are all members of the highly-respected curandero family, the Mahua family. Juana began her dieta on the mythical Amazonian tree Noya Rao when she was just 20 years old and has dedicated her life to the path of healing ever since. Juana is also very learned in the workings of the human body, possessing an excellent knowledge of the bones and skeletal system. Juana specialises in bone massage and will be available on the Noya Rao retreat to provide our guests with this unique healing experience. We are delighted to have Juana’s expertise, depth of wisdom and fun loving spirit with us on the Noya Rao retreat.

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Maestra Juana

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Shipibo Curandera

Maestra Juana was born into the Shipibo community of Pahoyan, one of the most powerful Shipibo healing lineages in the Peruvian Amazon. She is around 60 years old, however her exact age is unknown.She has been studying for more than 35 years under Maestra Manuela, Papa Gilberto and Papa Bejamin, who are all members of the highly-respected curandero family, the Mahua family. Juana began her dieta on the mythical Amazonian tree Noya Rao when she was just 20 years old and has dedicated her life to the path of healing ever since. Juana is also very learned in the workings of the human body, possessing an excellent knowledge of the bones and skeletal system. Juana specialises in bone massage and will be available on the Noya Rao retreat to provide our guests with this unique healing experience. We are delighted to have Juana’s expertise, depth of wisdom and fun loving spirit with us on the Noya Rao retreat.

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Mariri

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Lead Facilitator

Mariana Gutierrez (Mariri) is a trauma-informed plant medicine and kambo facilitator, sound healer, herbalist, yoga instructor, and sound engineer. She is passionate about guiding individuals in connecting to their voices as a powerful tool for healing and enhancing plant communication through improvisational, intentional, and somatic sounding.
She hosts and co-hosts various healing and wellness retreats assisting participants on their healing journeys by safely guiding them through expanded states of consciousness. Her ultimate goal is to help individuals tap into their empowered selves, find their true voices, and discover the healing power that lies within themselves.

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Mariri

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Lead Facilitator

Mariana Gutierrez (Mariri) is a trauma-informed plant medicine and kambo facilitator, sound healer, herbalist, yoga instructor, and sound engineer. She is passionate about guiding individuals in connecting to their voices as a powerful tool for healing and enhancing plant communication through improvisational, intentional, and somatic sounding.
She hosts and co-hosts various healing and wellness retreats assisting participants on their healing journeys by safely guiding them through expanded states of consciousness. Her ultimate goal is to help individuals tap into their empowered selves, find their true voices, and discover the healing power that lies within themselves.