Kambo in Guatemala

Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

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Alasdair Plambeck
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71 reviews
Jan 5 - 9, 2022
Group size: 1 - 10
Kambo in Guatemala
Lake Atitlan, Guatemala

Alasdair Plambeck
  • Email address verified
71 reviews

Jan 5 - 9, 2022
Group size: 1 - 10

About this trip

We’ll  retreat to a beautiful, remote cabin in nature on Lake Atitlan to sit  with the warrior frog, Kambo, for three consecutive days.

Your Stay Will Include:

  • 3 Kambo ceremonies (known as an "inoculation")
  • On call support from your Kambo practitioners during the retreat
  • All meals (two meals a day, participants will be fasting in the morning)
  • 4 nights lodging 
  • Group transportation to the cabin from San Marcos
  • Access to the entire property and garden 

The Space:

We'll  stay in a stunning A-frame cabin located on the southern shore of  spectacular lake Atitlán, within walking distance to the town and hill  of Cerro de Oro (hill of gold).

The space is large, open, cozy  and warm. There are 2 full bathrooms, a den,juice/tea bar and  apothecary, large living room with a central fireplace and sound system,  a fully stocked kitchen and dining area,playroom, ping pong table and  sleeping areas with balconies in the interior of the house.

On  the outside there is a large lawn with lake access as well as herbal,  medicinal, food and flower gardens. The terraced, lake-side garden  includes a picnic table, hammocks, sunning chairs and a rowboat to enjoy  the lake.

Ceremony  will begin in the morning each day giving you ample time each afternoon and evening to enjoy everything the space has to offer.


Kambo  is NOT A JOKE. 

It is a powerful spirit best approached with great respect. Kambo is regarded as an “ordeal medicine” and with good reason.  We want to be perfectly clear that the experience, while lasting only  20-40 minutes, is quite intense, and not for anyone simply looking for  another experiential notch on the belt, so to speak.

As  one works with Kambo, they often find that surrendering to the process  allows them to release significant energetic, emotional and mental  blockages.  Sometimes, as one learns to surrender to the process and  Kambo, the once uncomfortable process can become surprisingly pleasant.

ADMIN, POLICIES & FINE PRINT

ADMIN, POLICIES & FINE PRINT

Wild Within LLC is a California-based company.

Cancellations

If you cancel for any non-Covid reason:

Cancellations made at least 60 days prior to the trip's starting date receive a full refund, less the deposit.

Cancellations made 30-59 days prior to the trip’s starting date will receive a 50% refund, less the deposit.

Cancellations made 15-29 days prior to the trip’s starting date will receive a 25% refund, less the deposit.

Cancellations made 14 days prior to the trip's starting date, or after the trip has begun, will not receive a refund.

Refunds will be issued promptly via physical or electronic check.

If you cancel because of Covid:

For the 2021 season, Covid is a known variable and should be accounted for when applying for and paying for a trip. If you cancel because of general Covid concerns (e.g. current cases in your community, availability of vaccines, risk to your household as a result of your participation), it will be treated the same as a non-Covid reason, described above.

We will treat cancellations differently if you:

  1. Contract Covid, or
  2. Are exposed.

In the event that you are infected with COVID, exhibiting symptoms of COVID or know that you have been exposed to COVID please DO NOT attend this trip. If you cannot attend a trip for these reasons your deposit will be applied as a credit on any future Wild Within adventure or offering and any additional payments made will be refunded.

Documentation (e.g. Covid test, or a letter from a doctor, employer, or school administrator) may be requested to verify your health status.

If we postpone or cancel your trip:

You will be refunded all payments made in excess of your initial deposit. Your deposit will be applied as a credit to use toward future Wild Within trips and offerings. 

Travel insurance

There are two main reasons we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip:

1) Travel insurance provides financial protection in the event you must cancel due to personal injury or illness, unexpected scheduling conflicts, the health or death of loved ones, job changes, and other reasons. Cancellations are a lose-lose-lose situation: for you, for us, and for the group (which will miss out on your wildness).

2)  Travel insurance provides supplementary medical insurance in the case you are injured or become ill during your trip. 

We strongly encourage that you purchase travel insurance, especially if you must fly to the trip location and we require you to have travel insurance that includes coverage for medical emergency for Wild Within trips conducted outside the U.S. 

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Commercial permitting

Wild Within LLC is registered as a Seller of Travel with the state of California (Registration #2139600-50).


Kambo Training


Alasdair is trained and sanctioned by Heal Your Tribe as a Kambo Facilitator and Level 1 Kambo Facilitator Trainer. 

Medical Certifications

All guides are certified in (at a minimum):

  • Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
  • CPR
  • Leave No Trace Awareness

Required Forms

Before participating in any guided trip, clients must complete three forms:

  • Health History
  • Liability waiver

Available Packages

Trip Price
$850
Deposit: $300

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Alasdair Plambeck
71 reviews
We believe the greatest adventure of all is in living our one wild life—the life that is entirely our own and has been waiting for us since we were born. Wild Within was founded to help you step into that life. We support those on this journey through retreats, gatherings, courses and workshops. We draw upon the healing and transformative power of community, the wilderness, the journey and a wide range of ancient traditions and modern teachings to aid those who hear the call of the Wild Within.

Reviews

This was such a wonderful trip to be on. The accommodations from lodging, to food and amenities was fantastic. The facilitators as well as fellow retreat goers did an amazing job with making everyone comfortable and feel safe and heard. The activities and heart work we did daily really helped to open my heart and mind and in return I received powerful healing. I would suggest this retreat for anyone who is seeking deeper answers for themselves and have not been able to cultivate them elsewhere.
By Caitlin D for Into The Heart: 8 Day Immersion in Guatemala on Jan 28, 2024
The leaders of Wild Within are so generous and devoted to their work for this community. Having experienced multiple retreats and community calls over the years, I can see how their skillsets continue to bloom and inspire others. This year, Oregon Awaken reached even greater depths of the soul. I was much more attuned to the voices of nature, the community and myself. Thank you, Wild Within!
By Susanne G for Oregon: Awaken on Jun 26, 2023
As always, an amazing time with Wild Within. It is nice to be able to rely on the team for consistency in providing just what my heart needs. Community. Nature. Depth. Peace. Tranquility. Learning. Growing. I always leave feeling nurtured, seen and heart over-flowing with gratitude for the people and the experience.
By Anne N for Oregon: Awaken on Jun 10, 2023
So grateful to have this community in my life. Big thank you to the facilitators and Wild Within community, you are all AMAZING. The memories and knowledge I walk away with are truly priceless.
By Diana K for Oregon: Awaken on Jun 03, 2023
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Truly a wonderful and unique experience! Definitely a trip I will always remember. Amazing facilitators, a beautiful location, wonderful food, and accommodations. This is my second retreat with the group, and I highly recommend. Thankful for the community!
By Ramya K for Oregon: Awaken on May 24, 2023
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