Kambo

Kambo has a wide range of effects on the body and mind, including improving physical and mental well-being, increasing energy and endurance, reducing anxiety and depression, and improving immune function.  It is also used to detox the body by targeting the lymphatic system, gut, and intestines, removing parasites, heavy metals, and other impurities.

Kambo is a powerful substance that is known to remove toxins, emotional blockages, and previous traumas by processing them on any level of consciousness and can include "purging" of many sorts.  This could include but not be limited to crying, laughing, throwing up, and using the bathroom to release. Although not everyone purges, it is to be expected and very common.

This situation does happen, and it is always best to consult your physician and your facilitator to discuss the details and possibilities. Many individuals have still been served and reaped the benefits of Kambo, although it might be administered differently.  

There are potential risks associated with using Kambo, including the risk of physical and psychological harm. It is important to be well-informed about the potential risks and to carefully consider the decision to use Kambo.     

Kambo is legal in the US. The legal status of Kambo varies by country. In some countries, it is legal to use, possess, or sell Kambo, while in others it is illegal or regulated.    

A Kambo session typically lasts for 30-60 minutes, However the full ceremony can be 2-3 hours depending on the facilitator.

A Kambo ceremony typically involves the administration of the Kambo secretions in a traditional setting, such as a shamanic retreat or a church, and may include music, chanting, and other rituals.    Other sacraments such as Hapé or Sananga may also be offered during the session to further extend the experience.

Mixing Kambo with other substances, especially psychoactive drugs, can be dangerous and can increase the risk of negative effects. It is important to be cautious and avoid mixing Kambo with  other substances. Some practitioners serve "Kambufo" which is Bufo (5-MEO_DMT) Toad secretions along with Kambo. This is not something we recommend as it is much more difficult on the body and the risk is unknown.

Some studies have suggested that Kambo may have potential as a treatment for mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety, but more research is needed to understand its potential and to establish safe and effective treatment protocols. We have successfully worked with many individuals who are wanting to get off anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications.

There is limited research on the use of Kambo for the treatment of addiction, and it is not currently an approved  treatment. More research is needed to understand its potential and to establish safe and effective treatment protocols. However, we work with individuals in this area who are motivated to make the change and use the power of Kambo to detox the body, and reset the neurochemicals in the brain to assist greatly in this journey.

There is insufficient research on the effects of Kambo on pregnancy and breastfeeding, and it is generally not recommended to use Kambo during these times.    

It is important to be cautious when using Kambo  with medication, as it can interact with certain medications and may cause negative effects. It is important to discuss the use of Kambo with a   healthcare provider and to carefully consider the potential risks and benefits.    See Contraindications

The Blessing of Kambo: My first experience

I have been blessed to experience a wide variety of entheogenic medicines over the past 40 years.  I have found them to be extremely beneficial, especially when honored with the respect and gratitude they deserve in the context of ceremony. That said I only learned about Kambo in the past couple of years and was referred to Aaron Sudo by a trusted friend.

My intention was (and is) to manifest healing in mind body and soul.  My intention has physical, psychological, and emotional elements.   Going in I was primarily focused on the physical, as I have been experiencing symptoms related to an enlarged prostate.  
 

As I contemplated the ceremony I zeroed in on my intentions and focused on prostate and overall reproductive health as well as releasing some attachments to emotional trauma related to my mom who made her transition some time ago.
 

Aaron was very thorough in his explanation of what I could expect as far as the physical discomfort.  I am grateful that he did not sugarcoat it.  He also let me know how much water I would need to drink to start and throughout the ceremony.

He offered Sananga before we started, then we meditated for a time.  The music he chose was perfect as I am familiar with some of the tribal music from the Huni Kuin tribe from the Acre region of Brazil.

The opening of the gates only stung a little bit and because of my thick skin and size (6'3" & 250 lbs), it took 7 gates on my ankle and one on the back of my neck for the medicine to take effect.  I am grateful that Aaron was able to listen to the medicine and pay attention to what was happening to me through the process.  I felt very much cared for and held through the entire process.  Aaron helped me to the bathroom when I needed to go and checked in on me a few times while I was purging there.
 

Once the medicine had taken effect for a bit, Aaron removed the medicine from my ankle and neck and suggested that I lie down.  In about 20 minutes I felt great and asked to receive some Hapé.  This induced some further purging and was also nicely grounding.
 

My bowels purged for the next 3 hours after I left.  My mood was serene and I was open to receiving wisdom, and that I did.  Through a series of "coincidences", I opened up to the need for forgiveness of myself, my parents, and my former wife who is the mother of our four children.  This really lightened my load emotionally, psychologically, spiritually, and as a result physically too.
 

I slept long and hard that night and then in the morning, I noticed a continued sense of serenity.  I knew it was important to allow integration of this experience and chose not to work much for the next two days (although I totally could have).The prostate feels better and I am on a much better healing path there than I was prior to the ceremony.

I am deeply grateful to Aaron, his mentors, and all of our ancestors that guided me to this experience facilitated by this wonderful caring, and insightful man. Kambo is a blessing in my life, I will be back soon for another ceremony with my partner.  If you are considering this ceremony, I highly recommend it.  Yes, it can be quite uncomfortable, a small price to pay for the treasures this little frog delivers.
 

Many Blessings! 

I was introduced to the world of natural medicines by my cousin and his wife, and my world is forever changed. I thought natural medicines were bound to the ones I knew of that include things you can buy at the store and such, boy was I mistaken. 

My first experience was with a large group at an all day event and not with Dos Coyotes, but the pair of Aaron's were there that day. My second time was with Aaron S. in a small group setting and the experience was absolutely a wondrous one. 

I suppose I should stop here for a moment and briefly explain my situation with chronic pain, I suffer from it.... a lot. I am currently 42 years old, I was in 2 major car accidents at the age of 20 and by 30 I was a full blown mess of a person due to the neck injuries (yes plural) I received in those accidents, I have severe scoliosis now and here's a small run down of the symptoms I deal with:

- Vertigo

- Muscle Spasms

- Electric Shocks

- Migraines

- Vision Impairment (floaters, ocular migraines, aura's, occasional moments of blindness in my left eye)

- Severe Back and Neck pain 

- Hearing Disturbances (tinnitus, clogged/fullness in ears, high pitched tones that last for a few minutes at a time, hearing in left ear fading in and out)

- Balance Problems

- Insomnia

- Anxiety and Panic Attacks

- Depression

The list actually goes on believe it or not. And I have been to EVERY doctor and EVERY course of treatment, specialists, medicines, the entire gauntlet of the medical world INCLUDING natural treatments such as acupuncture, chiropractic (traditional and upper cervical) massage, etc.

I cannot express how my life has been impacted by the level of pain I am in every single day.

Which brings me back to Kambo. After learning all I could about it, and every person's opinion I could get my hands on, both positive and negative, I decided I had nothing to lose but to try it. I had tried everything I knew of to do and while the Upper Cervical care is awesome, I still was suffering daily.

I was scared, and nervous, but not skeptical. I kept an open mind and heart and let myself fully take on the experience without any expectations. 

I am SO glad I did those things because this medicine is LIFE. CHANGING.

From the day I did it, and every day after I saw improvement in every single one of my ailments. 

So let's go back to Dos Coyotes, My group experience with Aaron was amazing and it's a tough medicine to sit with, it's not pleasurable and it will take some work and strength on your part that you didn't know you had, but he guides you and is there for you in the most attentive and supportive way. 

My 3rd time was by myself in an private session and THAT experience was absolutely cathartic in ways I never thought possible, perhaps it was because I truly had no one else to focus on but me, and I had sat with the medicine a couple times now, but I credit it to Aaron, who knew exactly how to tend to me and lead me through the journey. And WOW, does he know how to make you comfortable afterwards, without even realizing he's doing anything,  I nearly fell asleep just laying there on a mat with a cozy pillow and blanket..... It was truly magical.

If you're new to this, don't be afraid. If you're new to this, DEFINITELY go to DOS COYOTES, I promise they will not let you down. If you're not new to this, I encourage you to experience Kambo with Aaron as it will more than likely be a much different experience than you may have had previously.

Thank You to all who read through this and stuck with my story, I hope you found it helpful and no matter what, I wish you well on your healing journey.

Kambo gave me my body back - Kambo is something I didn’t want to do, I avoided it as long as I could until I was on the floor in so much pain that I agreed. 

It was MIRACULOUS! I had been going to a chiropractor at least twice a month for over two years and my back pain just kept getting worse. I didn’t realize that I was one of those people in chronic pain because over the years I had just gotten used to it and literally forgotten what it felt like to not have pain of some degree. Every move was a conscious decision…. is it worth bending over to pick that up? I would even have to brace myself to bend over to get a glass of water at the sink but then I did Kambo! For the 1ST several days after Kambo I woke up every morning literally singing, “I don’t feel pain!” I felt better every day, it was miraculous. I had forgotten what it felt like to have full use of my body without thinking about it. I am so thankful for this medicine. 

Another thing I dealt with before Kambo was very painful period cramps. I have scar tissue in there from a surgery when I was in my 20s.  The only pharmaceutical I ever used was for my severe cramps. Since doing Kambo for the first time I have not had any of those cramps and therefore I have not taken another pharmaceutical. That was a side benefit I did not expect.

After seeing my healing my 71 year old mom decided to try it as well. She has now done it three times and it has done miraculous things for her as well. Her first Kambo treatment she walked in needing a cane, and walked out without needing a cane.

At the time of writing this letter I have done Kambo six times. Each time the effect lasts longer.  I am now able to start holistic therapy on my back because my pain does not stop me from doing so. The bottom line is, a half hour of being uncomfortable is so very much worth the benefits. 

An extra note, two of the main reasons I avoided doing Kambo besides the obvious reasons of not wanting to feel sick and purge  were;

Vanity, I did not want the marks on my body. My oldest mark is over six months old and it’s barely visible. And that’s with me going outside in the sun and not protecting it like I should have. I’ve actually fallen in love with the mark‘s, they’re like my badge of honor now and I’m sad to see them go. 

Swelling in throat: The other reason was I had heard that your throat swells up and that made me think I would not be able to breathe. Then it was clarified to me that the inside of your throat doesn’t swell up, it’s the glands on the OUTSIDE of your throat. Which is true, I never felt even the slightest that I couldn’t breathe from the glands swelling up in my neck, the swelling is on the outside not on the inside.

 My Kambo ceremonial experiences led by Aaron Sudo were truly life changing! I have sat with him around six times with the medicine, and each time, I am amazed by his professionalism, wisdom, and intuition when serving this medicine. He made sure I had everything I needed to prepare and integrate properly. It is very clear that he is meant to work with this medicine and has deep respect for the culture it originates from. The container he creates is incredibly safe and supportive, so much so that I even brought my mom to join!