How big are the groups in an Iboga Ceremony?
This will vary depending on the type of ceremony and the extent of the training of the Nima (Bwiti Shaman) or Nganga (Bwiti Healer and iboga provider) that is leading the ceremony. For example, in Gabon, in a traditional Bwiti Temple, the groups maybe much larger.
At Bwiti Life, all providers assisting Moughenda during retreats have received sacred rites from the Bwiti Missoko Tribe in the Gabonese jungle and the medicine itself, ensuring they can safely and ethically guide up to 5 first-time participants through our psycho-spiritual ceremonies.
Groups generally range from 4-10 participants under the care of one trained Provider and at least two assistants.
The provider directory on Bwiti House guarantees that each listed provider is a qualified graduate, equipped with the knowledge and expertise to safely conduct iboga ceremonies, perform medical safety procedures, and offer effective counseling, all validated by Moughenda Mikala, a 10th Generation Missoko Bwiti Shaman.
This more intimate group setting allows for greater personalized attention, counsel, and care from your Providers. It also allows for a safer, more comfortable experience.
Groups generally range from 4-10 participants under the care of one trained Provider and at least two assistants.
Taken the necessary precautions with health assessment, EKG & medications review, and under the care of a professional Provider in a safe and appropriate environment, Iboga is 100% safe.
Very few people have heard of Iboga. If you are thinking of Iboga, or feel an intuitive pull towards it, then likely the plant has something important to offer you.
There is no strict diet required to prepare for Iboga. However we recommend a clean and healthy diet as much as possible leading up to your retreat.
In our experience this is rarely ever the case. Although we notice some people are scared before their first time working with the medicine, once the ceremony begins, usually the fear goes away, and the experience overall tends to be calm and peaceful.
Some people do, and some people don’t. Everyone is different. We would estimate about 35% of people feel nauseous during ceremony.
Unlike many other entheogens, Iboga is very grounding (it’s a root!), and you tend to feel very self-aware, and connected to yourself, your body, your life, and the environment around you throughout the process.
The price range varies based on room type, location, and health assessment. Our prices for a standard retreat program range from $3500 USD - $8000 USD for a regular, week-long session with two ceremonies.
Ayahuasca and Iboga are very different in nature, and are experienced very differently. With Ayahuasca, your sense of self may dissolve. Iboga is often compared to holding up a mirror to your self and your life.