Traditional Bwiti Iboga Retreats | Reconnect with Yourself

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AKIBA Traditional Therapies

Discover spiritual growth through the ancestral wisdom of the Bwiti tradition and African plant medicine. Within our retreats and therapies, you will receive the tools for deep inner dialogue so you may go in an introspective journey into your inner world, where you may find the answers that matter most to you.

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What becomes possible with us

From self-discovery to overcoming even the strongest addictions, here is a list of what you may achieve through our retreats and therapies.

Self Knowledge

Who am I? What is my purpose? Where do I come from, and who are my ancestors? Why do I keep attracting the same toxic patterns in my relationships? How can I cultivate a healthier relationships with my family? How do I heal childhood trauma? How do I heal guilt?

With AKIBA, you may find answers to these questions and many more.

Mental & Physical Balance

Modern life has become increasingly fast and demanding. As a result, many people experience psychological challenges such as depression, anxiety, burnout, and more.

At AKIBA, we have experience supporting individuals through these difficulties, and we accompany you step by step in the process of restoring balance to your life.

Overcoming Addiction

Are you struggling with addiction? If so, you have come to the right place. From so-called “soft” addictions that still allow daily functioning, such as tobacco, to some of the most debilitating dependencies, including alcohol, heroin or crack, AKIBA offers a supportive space with target specific therapies designed to get rid of these terrible dependencies.

Our Upcoming Iboga Retreats

Most people are not ready for this.

Not because it’s extreme.
But because it’s honest.

It asks you to stop distracting yourself.

No phone.
No performance.
No running away.

Just you,
with what you’ve been avoiding.

And that’s where most people turn away.

This isn’t a comfortable experience.
It’s a real one.

And real means:
you might see things you don’t like.
you might feel things you’ve been suppressing.
you might have to let go of who you think you are.

This kind of work doesn’t scale—and it shouldn’t.

We only open 12 places.
Not to be exclusive,
but to be intimate

With preparation, guidance, and integration as essential parts of the experience.

This is not about escaping,
it’s about meeting yourself with clarity.

—

📍 Spain 🇪🇸
📅 April 9–12

📍 Germany 🇩🇪
📅 April 16–19

If this creates resistance in you, pay attention to that.

If it feels true, you already know what to do.

Here’s another beautiful testimony ✨, this time from Neda, reflecting on her journey during our 10-Day Retreat 🌿🌞.

She shares how the retreat allowed her to connect deeply with her body, feelings and emotions. Her experience highlights the transformative power of a held and guided Iboga journey 💫.

@neditory

Here is an introduction to Iboga, thoughtfully divided into the following sections 🌿✨

• What is Iboga 🌱
• Its origins and cultural roots 🌍
• Traditional ceremonial use 🪶
• Modern therapeutic applications 🧠
• Methods of consumption 🍃
• What the journey experience is like 🌌
• Potential effects and insights 💫
• Safety considerations 🛡️
• What personal transformation you can achieve 🌅

We organize safe, carefully structured retreats that allow you to respectfully meet and work with this powerful plant medicine in a supportive environment 🤍

Contact us to reserve your place or visit our website for more information and upcoming retreat dates 🌿

This was our first 4-day 🌱 retreat of the year, and we are very happy with the results ✨

Six participants gathered with the intention of self-discovery 🌿, Bwitirted throughout the process by our dedicated team and three committed volunteers 🤍. Together, we created a safe ceremonial space while honoring the Bwiti tradition. The experience brought profound insights for some, and unexpected encounters with the ancestors for others

We extend our heartfelt gratitude 🙏 to our participants for their trust in our work and for allowing themselves to be guided through this journey; to our team of volunteers for their invaluable support 💪; and a very special thank you to Neda for her dedication and work in organizing the retreat 🌟. We are also deeply thankful to our team of Bwiti initiates, whose commitment and presence made this experience possible

Finally, we offer our gratitude to the ancestors 👣, the spirits 👥, Bwiti 🗿, and God 🙏 for this new opportunity ✨

@moutema.akiba @vdc_traditions @vdc_traditions @derin_lal @westwind_box @morningroads_

Retreat Detailed Information

Dates:

begins on Thursday, April 16 at 17:00

concludes on Sunday, A 19 at 12:00

Venue: Germany 🇩🇪

Closest Airport: Stuttgart (Germany), Basel (Switzerland)

Location: Black Forest 90-120 minute drive from the airport

Attendance: Limited to 14 participants max

Reservation: A prepayment is required to secure your place 💳. The remaining balance will be due upon arrival at the retreat.

About the Retreat:

This immersive experience is led by our Nganga Pindi and Moutema, both Bwiti initiates. They will be holding space for the masculine energy. The feminine energy will be hold by another Bwiti initiate, Mabondo. Both Pindi and Mabondo were born and raised in the tradition. The retreat follows the traditional Bwiti ceremonies as closely as possible, as practiced in Gabon. This retreat is organized along the Global Ibogaine Therapy Alliance.

What’s Included:

Physical cleansing ceremony 🧖‍♀️

Iboga ceremony 🌿

Traditional rituals 🔥

Private interviews with Pindi and Moutema to clarify your intentions and focus areas 💬

Integration sessions after the ceremony 🧘‍♂️

Accommodation and meals 🍽️🏡

All rituals are brought to life with traditional music, songs, and dances. 🎶✨

If the weather allows it, some rituals will take place outdoors. 🌞🌳

Important Notes:

A questionnaire must be completed before acceptance to ensure the participant’s physical and mental readiness.

Due to our Nganga (traditional healer) requirements, a detailed schedule of the retreat is not available.

This is a journey of self-exploration, work your intention, trust yourself, and be prepared for the unexpected. 💫

For more information, feel free to contact us directly through our contact form on our website or DM on Instagram.

Retreat Detailed Information 👇🏻

Dates:

begins on Thursday, April 09th at 17:00

concludes on Sunday, April 12nd at 12:00

Venue: Spain 🇪🇸

Closest Airport: El Prat (Barcelona)

Location: 60-120 minute drive from the airport, depending on traffic.

Attendance: Limited to 12 participants max

Reservation: A prepayment 💳 is required to secure your place. The remaining balance will be due upon arrival at the retreat.

About the Retreat:

This immersive experience is led by our Nganga Pindi and Moutema, both Bwiti initiates. They will be holding space for the masculine energy. The feminine energy will be hold by another Bwiti initiate, Mabondo. Both Pindi and Mabondo were born and raised in the tradition. The retreat follows the traditional Bwiti ceremonies as closely as possible, as practiced in Gabon.

What’s Included:

Physical cleansing ceremony 🧖‍♀️

Iboga ceremony 🌿

Traditional rituals 🔥

Private interviews with Pindi and Moutema to clarify your intentions and focus areas 💬

Integration sessions after the ceremony 🧘‍♂️

Accommodation and meals 🍽️🏡

All rituals are brought to life with traditional music, songs, and dances. 🎶✨

If the weather allows it, some rituals will take place outdoors. 🌞🌳

Important Notes:

A questionnaire must be completed before acceptance to ensure the participant’s physical and mental readiness.

Due to our Nganga (traditional healer) requirements, a detailed schedule of the retreat is not available.

This is a journey of self-exploration, work your intention, trust yourself, and be prepared for the unexpected. 💫

For more information, feel free to contact us directly through our contact form or our instagram channels.

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What a ride! Will still need some time to integrate all that. Brought me to some deep places. Very very grateful for this unique experience to meet Iboga in the Bwiti tradition.

Eva

Great Team, great spirit, la force! Thank you for your energy, care, authenticity and support. Long live the Bwiti tradition.

Sam

Thanks so much to let me be a part of your beautiful Bwiti understanding of life! The experience was incredible in many fold aspects. This marks a new chapter of my life. Thank you.

Olly

What a wonderful experience! I have come to the realisation that life is full of surprises. I'm welcoming every one of them with joy! A big thanks to Pindi and Moutema for all their guidance.

Tom

Feeling incredibly grateful to the Bwiti Tradition and for this experience. Truly one of the most impactful experiences that we as human beings can have. Pindi and Moutema are masters of the Art of facilitating such a retreat. I felt safe and loved.

I'm reborn. I discover new sensations, I find joyful memories from my childhood, the soft and kind contact towards my own body. I will be eternally grateful towards you.

Svea

Fiona

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