Join Us on the Matses Journey: Kambo Immersion Adventure in the Heart of the Jungle
Immerse yourself in an authentic, transformative, and life-changing journey with the Matses Tribe deep within the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest. This post provides all the details you need about this 8-day experience, including how to apply.
For more information, you can also download our detailed guide here.
Event Details
The event will take place from October 22-29, 2023. We will be living with the Matses Tribe in the Amazon Rainforest, a community we have closely worked with for many years.
Experience
This journey is specially designed for Kambo lovers and practitioners who are keen to deepen their relationship with Kambo and the indigenous Matses tribe. However, this is no luxury getaway— it's an authentic, raw experience that might challenge you but promises to be incredibly fulfilling and transformative.
We'll have the opportunity to connect with the people and frogs of the jungle while bringing resources, support, and authentic connections to the villages. It's a great benefit to the tribes to have us visit, providing them with resources to live and protect the rainforest and the frogs.
Schedule
Here's the breakdown of our schedule:
DAY 1: Meet in Iquitos at Epoca hotel by 3 pm. We'll have dinner together at Dawn of the Amazon at 6 pm for introductions.
DAY 2: Spend a day in Iquitos to ground, decompress and shop. We'll visit the Art Market, Belen Market, and more.
DAY 3-6: Hike to and live in the Ibama Matses village.
DAY 7: Hike out of the village, return to Iquitos, and have dinner/integration.
DAY 8: Official trip itinerary ends.
Cost and Inclusions
The price for the trip is $2300 per person. This includes hotel and accommodation from Oct 22-Oct 29, all meals while staying with the Matses, transportation to/from the airport to the Epoca hotel in Iquitos, mosquito nets, all transportation to and from the village and other group activities, and Kambo rituals.
While the journey offers an enriching experience and covers many of your needs, there are a few items and costs that are not included in the trip fee. Participants are responsible for their airfare to and from Iquitos, along with personal items like rubber boots, a hammock, or a sleeping camp pad. While breakfast is provided at the hotel in Iquitos, other meals in the city are not covered. Also, any independent taxi rides in Iquitos, souvenirs, gifts, and additional Kambo/Nunu/Sananga supplies that you may want to purchase are your responsibility. Please plan accordingly to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey.
Travel Details
Currently, there are no COVID restrictions to fly into Peru. You are not required to show proof of vaccination or negative PCR. Be sure to stay updated on the requirements to enter Peru. More information can be found here.
Packing List
We recommend that you bring:
Long sleeves and pants for jungle hikes
Insect repellent
Raincoat/Rain poncho
Camping pad if you do not wish to sleep in a hammock
Light backpacking sleeping bag or blanket
Sunscreen
Headlamp/flashlight
Water filtration device as a backup, if you have it
Reusable water bottle
Bathing suit
Good hiking shoes
Flip flops/sandals
Biodegradable soap
Any personal medications and toiletries
A towel
An open mind and a good attitude.
Find our complete and detailed Packing List Guide here.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise that could force you to cancel your course registration. If that happens, please let us know as soon as possible. Late cancellations make it difficult for us to offer your spot to someone else.
Here is our cancellation policy:
Cancellations On or Before September 1
If you cancel your registration on or before September 1, we will refund you all the money you've paid, except for half of your deposit.
Cancellations After September 1
If you cancel your registration after September 1, please note the following:
Your deposit is non-refundable.
If you have a serious emergency (such as hospitalization or a death in the family), we will credit you all the money you've paid, minus $1250.
Exceptional Circumstances
If Kambo International determines that a participant's behavior is excessively dangerous or disruptive, either to themselves or to others, we reserve the right to ask that participant to leave the course. In this case, all fees (including the deposit) are non-refundable.
If Kambo International has to cancel the course for unforeseen reasons, we will notify all registrants as soon as possible and refund the full amount paid, including the deposit.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with our cancellation policy. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
How to Sign Up
To join us, please use the form below. Participants can secure their spot by signing up and paying the $1,000 deposit.
