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# The Native Guides

This is Medicine.

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- [Kris](https://thenativeguides.com/kris/) - Spending a week in Colombia with the Native Guides was a soul stirring, grounding event much needed for this time in my life. Shawn, Abigail, and their team were top notch at everything from the ceremonies and music to the food nourishing us for our stay. We were immersed in old traditions of the indigenous Inga people,
- [Salvador](https://thenativeguides.com/salvador/) - Working with The Native Guides was nothing short of life-changing. While I approached the experience with cautious optimism, what I encountered far exceeded my expectations. Shawn, Abigail and the team are true transformational alchemists, deeply rooted in ancient wisdom and profound integrity. This is not a retreat for those simply curious—it’s for those ready to
- [David](https://thenativeguides.com/david-w/) - Weeks later, as I recall my jungle time with The Native Guides, tears come to my eyes. I was shown fierce tenderness. I was prompted to test any self-doubts that arose. I was shown how to use intention and awareness to manage my mind and body in order to go deeper in the medicine. Knowing
- [Krista](https://thenativeguides.com/krista/) - In early December 2024, I had the privilege of experiencing a journey with The Native Guides, and it’s no exaggeration to say it was transformative. As someone who has never identified as a camper or a “hippy type,” stepping into this world was a monumental leap of faith for me. I was drawn to the
- [Aeris](https://thenativeguides.com/aeris/) - To call Yagé- Ayahuasca- simply a psychedelic is to do the Medicine a shallow disservice. The Medicine is many things but at the crux I believe it to be an event in time over anything else. The true Medicine is a dramatic shift in a person's paradigm resulting in new life; the cleansing and burning
- [Hamish](https://thenativeguides.com/hamish/) - Greetings. I am Hamish, and this is my testimonial. As a healer in training, the first thing that struck me upon meeting Shawn was the example he set for those wishing to understand themselves more deeply. He is deeply committed to his personal growth and makes his process transparent to those he helps, as he
- [Wade](https://thenativeguides.com/wade/) - I felt an immense calling to go visit The Native Guides in Colombia last year. I craved adventure. I craved some answers to the chronic pain I had been dealing with the last 3 years that Western medicine had done little to help. All of my intuition was urging me to go. Little did I
- [Jas](https://thenativeguides.com/jas-2/) - Embarking on this challenging journey was undeniably the best decision of my life. Amidst the difficulties, I found clarity, a profound connection to God, and the unwavering truth within the medicine’s embrace. This transformative experience has illuminated the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. To reach my desired destination, I understand that continuous cleansing with the
- [James](https://thenativeguides.com/james/) - My retreat with The Native Guides was a turn in my path I didn’t see coming… Never could I have been fully prepared, yet I was absolutely ready for this experience. My life has changed indefinitely and for the better… the work was hard, as truth is confronting so often. Shawn and Abigail create such
- [Keith](https://thenativeguides.com/keith/) - My name is Keith, and this is my story and experience with The Native Guides. I have felt called to the medicine for many years, and had looked at a few different programs. But after hearing Shawn on the Aubrey Marcus Podcast, I felt this was the program for me. The way he spoke of
- [Ryan](https://thenativeguides.com/ryan/) - During my first visit with Shawn and his team in Feb of 2023 I gained an introductory level of understanding into how both the team and the medicine work. My biggest takeaway was that if and when I am ready to continue this journey with the medicine, this is the only team on the planet
- [David](https://thenativeguides.com/david/) - Shawn is such a unique guide. He connects deeply to each participant and to the group collectively. He teaches you how to create a strong, purposeful, disciplined container (both the container of the group and your own body as a container for the medicine). He helps you understand how to connect to your intention, how
- [Jason](https://thenativeguides.com/jason/) - My experience at The Native Guides has been something that I look back on and carry lessons into my daily life, everyday, since I left. I’ve sat in over 100 ceremonies, some profound some not so much, and the biggest factors are who you’re with and who’s holding the space. Shawn and his team are
- [Ben](https://thenativeguides.com/ben/) - Working with The Native Guides is among the best decisions that I have ever made. Shawn and the team changed my life. They helped me break through limitations that I knew I was coming to Colombia with and those that I did not know were holding me back. Thanks to The Native Guides I am
- [Austin](https://thenativeguides.com/austin/) - Shawn and his team brought nothing but positivity into my life; I will never be able to look at things the same again. I spent hours watching videos to determine what this experience would be like for me. I am here to tell you that anything you watch will not give you the slightest clue.
- [Jasmine](https://thenativeguides.com/jasmine/) - There isn’t a word to describe how profound this experience has been. Stripped bare of our egos, material things, every day comforts and forced to face the depths of our soul. I feel so incredibly grateful to have shared my journey with such beautiful, strong warrior women, all so willing to do the inner work,
- [Kam](https://thenativeguides.com/kam/) - It’s been a few months now since my time with The Native Guides and it’s difficult to write a testimonial that can justify the experience I had. I’m still lost for words as it has been quite simply it was the most profoundly divine experience of my life. I feel I experienced heaven and hell,
- [Jas](https://thenativeguides.com/jas/) - I went looking for the truth all around the world. I found it here in Colombia, through a man who brought me to it. I have never felt closer to God as I do now. He showed me the truth, the universe and my soul. I am humbled by his presence, his existence, and will
- [Angela](https://thenativeguides.com/angela/) - Words can never describe how incredibly grateful I am to be sharing this journey with Jas, Jasmine and Cagney. We have been pushed to our limits mentally and physically and here we come out stronger than ever with our lives changed forever. Shawn and Abigail how can I ever thank you enough for creating such
- [Dani](https://thenativeguides.com/dani/) - Thank you for the life-enhancing experience that you’ve just provided me. Without your personal struggle and sacrifice along the way, none of it would’ve been possible. For you to come through it all and utilize your findings to enable others to experience the true gift of the medicine in a safe container is just incredible.
- [Thomas](https://thenativeguides.com/thomas/) - The Native Guides provide the tools, and create the container for the healing to happen, but you must do the work. Mama Aya will take your hand and show you the way to healing, but you are the one who walks forward along the path. Finding comfort in the uncomfortable, and trusting the process are
- [Dawson](https://thenativeguides.com/dawson/) - My experience with the Native Guides was something I’ll never forget. It challenged me in ways that has led to a massive transformation in my life. The experience allowed me to bring to the surface and start the process of healing problems I’ve been suppressing most of my life. The process was hard work and

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- [Home](https://thenativeguides.com/) - The Native Guides Watch full video This is Medicine. The Native Guides Recalibrate Your Personal Frequency Watch full video This is Medicine. AYAHUASCA INITIATION STRENGTHENING PROGRAM ANCESTRAL MEDICINE TRANSFORMATION PROCESS Through the power of nature, ancestral medicines, and the great spirit, our intention is to cleanse your mind, body, and entire being to prepare you
- [Dates](https://thenativeguides.com/dates/) - Dates The Native Guides 2026 Program Dates Each month, we offer an 8-day Ayahuasca Initiation and Strengthening Program. We will go deep into the medicine and our practice together. We will work on meditation and concentration. On this journey, we will share three powerful healing ceremonies together and gather our lessons learned along the way
- [Contact Us](https://thenativeguides.com/contact-us/) - Contact Us edge Email Us thenativeguides@protonmail.com Note: by submitting the form below you are agreeing to receive emails from The Native Guides. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Thank you! why are you here? Name Phone Email Comment Instagram Send
- [Questionnaire](https://thenativeguides.com/questionnaire/) - Why Are you Here? What date(s) are you interested in visiting? (Visit our DATES page for available dates) What are your intentions? What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses? What do you wish to achieve on this journey? What is the profound meaning of life to you? Why did you choose us for this
- [Grounding Medicines](https://thenativeguides.com/grounding-medicines/) - Grounding Medicines grounding medicines The drinking of the Ayahuasca cup is only one of our tools. We will immerse ourselves into nature through several ancestral and grounding medicines such as Rapé, Mambe, Ambil, Ortiga, Tobacco, and Sananga. Previous slide Next slide Rapé View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗦 (@thenativeguides)
- [Our Stream](https://thenativeguides.com/our-stream/) - Our Stream Collection of Podcasts and Videos THE AUBREY MARCUS PODCAST "Together, they dive deep into vulnerabilities to demonic entities, share powerful stories of spiritual encounters, and explore the unwavering devotion to prayer that has shaped Shawn's healing journey." — Aubrey Marcus THE AUBREY MARCUS PODCAST "To behold that this same man I knew then
- [Details](https://thenativeguides.com/details/) - Details Please review all details below before starting your screening process.​ Why Are We Here? Hello, my name is Shawn and I live in the jungles of Colombia with my wife Abigail and our dogs, Bear and Manja. Thank you for your interest with The Native Guides. We are pleased to share the beauty that
- [Testimonials](https://thenativeguides.com/testimonials/) - Testimonials Kind Words About Our Programs Kris November 2025 Spending a week in Colombia with the Native Guides was a soul stirring, grounding event much needed for this time in my life. Shawn, Abigail, and their team were top notch at everything from the ceremonies... Read More Salvador May 2025 Working with The Native Guides was
- [The Native Guides](https://thenativeguides.com/family/) - View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗦 (@thenativeguides) Our Mission Our mission is to evoke the shift within mankind. To close the distance between humanity and creation by working in harmony with the indigenous people who possess the knowledge of ancestral medicines contained within sacred plants. We vigilantly cultivate an
- [Kofán](https://thenativeguides.com/kofan/) - Kofán Kofán Taita Jaime Queta Criollo Grandfather of powerful songs and inexhaustible energy, the powerful Taita Jaime Queta Criollo takes you on a journey that requires your most committed effort so that the medicine remains within you throughout the entire ceremony. Focused concentration, calm, and acceptance of the mystical spirit are the qualities needed to
- [Inga](https://thenativeguides.com/inga/) - Inga inga Taita Ramiro Silvino Chindoy Buesaquillo With strength, energy, and the deep knowledge of medicinal plants and their uses not only in ceremonial settings but also for general health, Taita Ramiro Silvino Chindoy Buesaquillo delivers a full night ceremony that opens the heart and mind in a way that can never be closed. Travel
- [Kamënsta](https://thenativeguides.com/kamensta/) - Kamënsta Kamënsta Taitas Arturo Jacanamejoy High in the Andean mountains appears a beautiful valley called Sibundoy. Magically lost among the clouds and allowing itself to be discovered radiantly when the sun appears, there is an infinite beauty where we find the Kamëntsa Tribe. One of a conservative tradition that integrates their uses and customs with
- [Siona](https://thenativeguides.com/siona/) - Siona SIONA Taita Aristides Piaguaje Taita Aristides Piaguaje comes from ancient and Masterful connoisseurs of the use of Yagé. With a cheerful and energetic spirit, Taita Aristides works tirelessly as a devoted father and healer. A bit mysterious and always surprising, this remedy offers us a renewing experience of self-recognition that leads us to remember
- [Inga Maima](https://thenativeguides.com/inga-maima/) - Inga inga Maima Maria Isaura Cuaran Strong warrior soul of the jungle, healer and protector of great mystery. Guided by the spirits of her Grandparents and her Great Grandfather, who was her teacher and guide on the powerful path of medicine. At 17, she took her first cup of Ayahuasca. From then on, something woke
- [Doubly Test](https://thenativeguides.com/doubly-test/) - Post Card Slider Demo Unlimited Possibilities Introduction Earn attention from your website visitors by adding a Flip Box widget to your Elementor pages which adds a playful interactive hover effect to your website content. This addon will make your users stay longer on your website and interact. Kind Words About Our Programs Facebook Elementor Twitter
- [Doubly Test 2](https://thenativeguides.com/doubly-test-2/) - Post Card Slider Demo Unlimited Possibilities Introduction Earn attention from your website visitors by adding a Flip Box widget to your Elementor pages which adds a playful interactive hover effect to your website content. This addon will make your users stay longer on your website and interact. Kind Words About Our Programs Highlights And Stories
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- [Ayahuasca](https://thenativeguides.com/ayahuasca/) - Ayahuasca Learn More ayahuasca Blessed mother who knows us intimately, an expert doctor specializing in good living, and a patient teacher who teaches us the greatness of our selves, Ayahuasca is our connection to our true being. It is a deep journey to our true center. Raw but loving it presents the best and the
- [Tobacco](https://thenativeguides.com/tobacco/) - Tobacco Learn More Tobacco Grandfather and wise counselor. Tobacco is the oldest teacher according to the wise elders. He is a friend who listens to us and takes our prayers and thoughts to the universe. When used with his intimate friend Mambe, in a circle of words he helps focus the heart. Together they are
- [Sananga](https://thenativeguides.com/sananga/) - sananga Learn More Sananga Sananga is a medicine made from the roots of the plant that bears the same name. It is grated and cooked to obtain a yellow liquid. It is used as eye drops to clean physical vision and energy vision by renewing your eyes and allowing you to see everything with more
- [Ortiga](https://thenativeguides.com/ortiga/) - Ortiga Learn More ortiga Ortiga (Stinging Nettle) is a medicinal plant with thousands of thorns. It awakens every cell in your body and enlivens circulation bringing oxygen through the blood and to the soul. Your body is struck by the thorns, injecting millions of molecules of understanding through your veins. It brings balance and fills
- [Mambe](https://thenativeguides.com/mambe/) - Mambe Learn More mambe Considered sacred by our ancestors and older than any religion, Mambe has been used by indigenous people for thousands of years. The coca leaf is crushed from the product of hard work, patience, and love. It is mixed with the ashes of the Yarumo tree. As a source of strength, it
- [Kambo](https://thenativeguides.com/kambo/) - kambo Learn More kambo The monkey frog secretes a poison that will set your body on fire. Known as the vaccine of the jungle, this venom will burn away the waste and emotional weight carried by all men. It runs through every corner of your physical and energetic body, eliminating any disturbance or blockage. We
- [Coreguaje](https://thenativeguides.com/coreguaje/) - Coreguaje edge Coreguaje Mayor Orlando Gasca Velasquez A people familiar with the ancestral use of the coca leaf, a sacred plant for their tribe used to prepare Mambe. They are also knowledgeable about the recipe to prepare ambil, which together are used ceremonially in a circle of words to establish order and peace in the
- [Ambil](https://thenativeguides.com/ambil/) - Ambil Learn More ambil According to some indigenous people, the ambil together with mambe are the representation of Man and Woman or fire and water. Ambil is made from the leaves of tobacco or the maraco tree and mixed together with vegetable salts obtained from different sources. It is a paste that helps to deeply
- [The Mission](https://thenativeguides.com/mission/) - The mission THE mission Our mission is to evoke the shift within mankind. To close the distance between humanity and creation by working in harmony with the indigenous people who possess the knowledge of ancestral medicines contained within sacred plants. We vigilantly cultivate an honest environment within our team—allowing us to hold the soft heart
- [The Intention](https://thenativeguides.com/intention/) - The Intention The Intention Our intention is to cleanse your mind, body, and entire being to prepare you for your greatest Ayahuasca healing journey possible. It is not an easy task. We do not sit in hand circles and sing kumbaya and pretend to love everyone. We ride motorcycles into the mountains and spend time
- [Rapé](https://thenativeguides.com/rape/) - Rapé Rapé Traveler of the wind and precise as an arrow. A fine dust made with tobacco that carries the healing spirit of the sacred plants and penetrates through any energetic debris. Rapé shocks the mind, brain, and body by blasting out all thoughts and bringing you to the present. The moment of burning is

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