Traditional 7 Day Iboga Retreat Guatemala
Traditional 7 Day Iboga Retreat Guatemala
Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Up to 12 in group
May 26 - June 1, 2025
A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost
Retreat Highlights
- One on One Consultation Sessions, Flood Dose of Iboga, Traditional Ngonde Missoko Bwiti Ceremonies, Offering to ancestor's, traditional bath, Closing Ceremony, Integration Session, and Much More!
About this Retreat
Tembo is a Nganga Missoko, a Franco-Gabonese hypnotherapist, musician, and former member of the international traditional Gabonese dance troupe Mbeng Ntam. He was initiated 25 years ago in Gabon and has since embarked on an initiatory journey that has taken him across Africa and the West.
In 2004, he moved to Europe and began leading Iboga personal development seminars as the right-hand man of his spiritual father. In 2015, he received permission from his peers to administer the sacred plant and subsequently trained in hypnotherapy and the patient/therapist relationship.
Today, with his extensive experience and knowledge, Tembo leads his own Iboga retreats with a therapeutic approach that respects tradition. He has worked extensively with both Africans and Europeans in workshops, seminars, and the ceremonial space, and is deeply experienced in the theory, practice, and science of African initiation culture.
Julie, also known as Mudanga in the Bwiti tradition, was initiated into the female branch of Bwiti Missoko Ngonde in Gabon in 2007 at the age of 24. Since her initiation, Mudanga has dedicated herself to living and learning the path of the Mabundi in the Bwiti tradition, progressing through many different levels and rising in rank in the traditional way.
In 2013, Mudanga met Tembo and they began traveling together across the world to bring the Bwiti to those in need. Since then, they have been working together to lead Iboga retreats and offer their knowledge and expertise to those seeking an authentic Bwiti experience. In addition to her work as a Bwiti retreat leader, Mudanga is also a trained hypnotherapist and works to help people with severe illnesses.
Having first participated in an Iboga ceremony in 2017, Noah was amazed by sheer power and uniqueness of Iboga and the Bwiti. Although he had worked with other medicines, none seemed to compare to the experience he had while on Iboga. Noah, deciding to work with the medicine again, travelled with his mother the following year to meet Tembo and Mudanga in Central America.
The Ceremony was nothing short of a miracle, for it saved the life of Noah's mother, and saved Noah from a near psychotic break. After the Ceremony, Tembo invited Noah to go to Gabon that summer and be Initiated into the Bwiti. So he went, and while in Gabon, during the summer of 2018, Noah received his initiate name, Mamba.
Since being Initiated, under the guidance of his spiritual father, Mamba has helped facilitate retreats in the Czech Republic, Central America, and Spain.
Read through his mother's story here: https://ngonde.com/testimonials-breakthroughs-healing-transformation-best
Details of this retreat
For those looking to experience Iboga, these retreats are powerful yet designed for anyone to be able to participate.
This Retreat is for:
Healing - Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, or Addiction.
Personal Growth - Life Purpose, Understanding Oneself, Connect Deeper with Divine.
Spiritual Understanding - Be introduced to the ancient wisdom of the Bwiti by a teacher who bridges traditional understanding of Gabon with Western conceptualization.
Led by Tembo, our experienced Bwiti father, this 6-day immersive retreat offers a unique opportunity to explore the traditional Gabonese framework of the Bwiti. Using the sacred plant Iboga as a catalyst, you will embark on a profound inner, spiritual, and mystical journey.
Tembo has over 20 years of experience working with the Iboga medicine and 10 years of leading transformative ceremonies and retreats. As a revered Ngonde Missoko Bwiti practitioner, he will guide you through this life-changing experience.
Our retreat takes place in the stunning natural setting of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, where you'll have the chance to connect with the ancient wisdom of the Bwiti tradition and unlock your inner potential.
Over the course of seven days, you'll be provided a safe and supportive environment to break free from negative patterns and habits, and embark on a path of self-discovery and transformation. Our all-inclusive package includes comfortable accommodations, nourishing meals, and dedicated support to ensure you make the most of your experience.
This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Atitlan and its surrounding volcanoes, while diving deep into the spiritual practices and teachings of the Bwiti. You will walk away more deeply rooted in who you are, with a renewed sense of purpose and fulfillment.
If you're ready to live the life you were always meant to, we invite you to take the first step and connect with us. Please share a bit about yourself, and we'll determine if this is the right time for you to work with the sacred Iboga medicine alongside our experienced Bwiti guide, Tembo.
Schedule a free 15 minute consultation on our website to make sure this retreat is right for you, we are also happy to answer any questions you might have. - Ngonde.com
When you reach out to us for your consultation be sure to ask us about our early bird deals and mention you found us on retreat.guru! Read More
This Retreat is for:
Healing - Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, or Addiction.
Personal Growth - Life Purpose, Understanding Oneself, Connect Deeper with Divine.
Spiritual Understanding - Be introduced to the ancient wisdom of the Bwiti by a teacher who bridges traditional understanding of Gabon with Western conceptualization.
Led by Tembo, our experienced Bwiti father, this 6-day immersive retreat offers a unique opportunity to explore the traditional Gabonese framework of the Bwiti. Using the sacred plant Iboga as a catalyst, you will embark on a profound inner, spiritual, and mystical journey.
Tembo has over 20 years of experience working with the Iboga medicine and 10 years of leading transformative ceremonies and retreats. As a revered Ngonde Missoko Bwiti practitioner, he will guide you through this life-changing experience.
Our retreat takes place in the stunning natural setting of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, where you'll have the chance to connect with the ancient wisdom of the Bwiti tradition and unlock your inner potential.
Over the course of seven days, you'll be provided a safe and supportive environment to break free from negative patterns and habits, and embark on a path of self-discovery and transformation. Our all-inclusive package includes comfortable accommodations, nourishing meals, and dedicated support to ensure you make the most of your experience.
This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Atitlan and its surrounding volcanoes, while diving deep into the spiritual practices and teachings of the Bwiti. You will walk away more deeply rooted in who you are, with a renewed sense of purpose and fulfillment.
If you're ready to live the life you were always meant to, we invite you to take the first step and connect with us. Please share a bit about yourself, and we'll determine if this is the right time for you to work with the sacred Iboga medicine alongside our experienced Bwiti guide, Tembo.
Schedule a free 15 minute consultation on our website to make sure this retreat is right for you, we are also happy to answer any questions you might have. - Ngonde.com
When you reach out to us for your consultation be sure to ask us about our early bird deals and mention you found us on retreat.guru! Read More
Schedule
The schedule changes every day as we work to lead you through this incredible journey of transformation.
In order to provide a safe experience for everyone, we vet everyone who wants to sign up, you will not be accepted unless you first schedule a free consultation through us before booking - Ngonde.com
In order to provide a safe experience for everyone, we vet everyone who wants to sign up, you will not be accepted unless you first schedule a free consultation through us before booking - Ngonde.com
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Read MoreGetting Here
Ngonde, Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Directions
We will pick you up! Just let us know the details of your flight and we will have a shuttle services waiting for you.
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Accommodation
Shared Rooms, we aim to provide a comfortable experience.
All Inclusive Price
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Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
A beautiful property in my favorite place in the world. Have your transformation at the lake on top of a super volcano.
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Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
You're not here to eat!! We will provide delicious food, but leading up to the ceremony it will mostly be fruit, tea, and rice. This is to prepare your body for taking Iboga.
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What's Included
- Delicious Food, Welcome Package, Airport Transportation, Boat Transportation, 6 Day Iboga Retreat, Iboga Ceremony, Beautiful views, Integration Session, and More.
What's Not Included
- Airfare, journal for experience.
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