Visionary Iboga Retreats
Work with the master plant teacher to uncover and resolve the roots of your suffering.
The Medicine Of Truth
Iboga, a sacred plant from the heart of Africa, has been cherished for its profound healing and spiritual insights for centuries.
Rather than consuming iboga primarily as a tool for healing trauma, we see it as the master plant teacher that illuminates deeper truths and resolves the root of human suffering.
If you are seeking to know yourself beyond the body-mind identity that ‘needs’ healing, our retreats are tailored for you. Join us on a spiritual journey into the depths of your consciousness to discover who you really are.
Our role is to create a safe, nurturing space where the transformative process unfolds naturally, allowing iboga as the teacher and you as the student to co-create your own wisdom and wellbeing together.
Spirituality. Science. Tradition.
Root & Wisdom was founded by a Bwiti-initiated husband and wife team with genetic ties to the origin of iboga and advanced degrees in Biochemistry, Clinical Psychology and Trauma-informed Counseling.
We blend the wisdom of our indigenous lineage with contemporary neuroscience and therapeutic practices to create a uniquely profound experience.
Our comprehensive program supports you before and after your retreat and prioritizes successful integration. As part of our close-knit community, you’ll have access to 100+ online resources, sharing circles, private coaching and expert guidance for lasting transformation.
Benefits of Iboga
Brain neuroplasticity
Iboga stimulates the brain to rewire itself by creating new neural connections, making it noticeably easier to break old habits and thinking patterns.
Aging in reverse
Stanford research shows that consuming iboga just once reduces brain age by 1.37 years on average, improving memory, decision-making and learning.
A natural anti-depressant
Iboga resets your brain’s reward system by balancing neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. It calms an overworked nervous system, regulates emotions and sleep, and reduces anxiety, PTSD and depression.
Addiction treatment
Iboga has been shown to treat 7 of the 10 most common addictions without creating withdrawal symptoms, and addresses their psychological causes.
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A profound journey for your body, mind and soul
Preparation and Integration
1-on-1 support including 5 coaching sessions, e-Integration Platform Access (Nectara)
Transportation
Group transportation to and from Juan Santamaria airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica
Accommodations
Choose the room option that best meets your preferences, with poolside or mountain views
Organic Meals
Nourishing farm to table meals tailored to your dietary needs, from vegan to gluten-free
Medical Consultation
1-on-1 consultation with staff medical professionals
Holistic Practices
Medicine Informed Yoga, Somatic Breathwork, Mindfulness, Sound Healing, Pranic Energy Healing
Iboga Ceremonies
2 Iboga Sessions including a Guided Psycho-Spiritual Iboga Journey
Indigenous Healing Practices
Bwiti Spiritual Shower, Bwiti Smoke Bath, Land Offering Ceremony
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Integration through partnership
Transformation happens not just during ceremony, but in the months afterwards as you integrate the experience into your daily life. That’s why we ensure you have 6 months of personalized support including 3 months of access to Nectara, a trusted online psychedelic platform.
As part of your retreat experience, you’ll receive complimentary access to:
- 5 private coaching sessions with a licensed psychedelic integration coach
- 100+ online resources for preparation and integration
- live classes
- support circles
- expert guidance
- community connections
Get to know our team
We are trauma-informed Indigenous scholar-practitioners with graduate-level education and years of experience working with plant medicine and psychedelic-assisted therapeutic practices.
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our Medical Board
Your safety and well-being are our top priority. We work with a dedicated medical team who are highly experienced in the use of plant medicines. From thorough health assessments to personalized care plans, we take every measure to safeguard your physical and emotional welfare. Learn more on our Safety page.
Dr. Douglas Rosales
Dr. Rosales has been working with Iboga for over 15 years and serves as our medical consultant.
Dr. natasha Gomes
Dr. Gomes has been working with Iboga for 4+ years and assists as our EKG screening specialist.
Dr. Anette Scott
A Psychiatrist specializing in integrative psychiatry, Dr. Scott was inspired by her own experiences with Iboga and serves as our contraindications specialist.
Dr. Hagen Blaszyk
Dr. Blaszyk is a distinguished figure from institutions including the Mayo Clinic. He supports Root & Wisdom as our Iboga research consultant.
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