Cami Kambo · Austin, Texas
Kambo Prep & Aftercare:
The Complete Guide to Preparing for Your Ceremony
Whether you're booking your first Kambo ceremony in Austin, Texas or traveling from across the country, proper preparation and aftercare are the foundation of a safe, powerful experience. This guide walks you through exactly how to prepare for Kambo and how to care for your body and mind in the days that follow.
Last updated: May 2026
- Fast for 7–12 hours before your session. No food. Small water or herbal tea up to 2 hours prior is fine.
- Hydrate all week — 8–11 glasses of filtered water with electrolytes daily. Hydration is your #1 prep tool.
- Avoid alcohol, pork and red meat, supplements, sleeping aids, and processed foods for 3–5 days prior.
How to Prepare for Kambo: The Week Before Your Session
Kambo ceremony preparation begins at least one week before your session. The goal during this phase is to reduce the toxic burden on your body, calm your nervous system, and create a clean internal environment for Kambo to work most effectively.
For the week leading up to your ceremony, prioritize the following:
- Drink 8–11 glasses of filtered water with electrolytes per day — hydration is the single most important thing you can do
- Eat organic, whole foods whenever possible
- Incorporate meditation, yoga, or breathwork to arrive in a grounded state
- Be intentional with media consumption — protect your energy and mental space
- Reduce stress where possible and get adequate sleep
What to Avoid Before Kambo: The 3–5 Days Prior
Your body needs to be as clear as possible before receiving Kambo. The following substances and foods can interfere with Kambo or create dangerous interactions with its neuropeptides — including phyllocaerulein, phyllokinin, and sauvagine:
- Alcohol (thins blood and stresses the liver)
- Pork and red meat (dense and slow to digest)
- Recreational or street drugs including cocaine, heroin, MDMA
- All supplements, including vitamins
- Herbal preparations (can interact unpredictably with Kambo's bioactive peptides)
- Sleeping aids and sedatives, including melatonin
- Sweeteners of any kind, including honey
- Packaged foods with preservatives, artificial additives, or chemicals
- Junk food and fried foods
Important: If you are on prescription medications, please disclose this during your complimentary pre-session call. Some medications are contraindicated with Kambo.
Kambo Day-of Preparation: What to Do the Morning of Your Ceremony
The day of your Kambo session requires specific preparation to ensure your safety and maximize the depth of your experience. These guidelines are mandatory, not optional.
What to Expect During a Kambo Session at Cami Kambo in Austin
Cami Kambo sessions are held at our private space in Austin, Texas. Our approach is rooted in safety, the science of each peptide — including caeruleins and sauvagines — and traditional Kambo teachings passed down through Tribal Detox. Camila will walk you through the full process and support you throughout the purge.
During your session, complementary modalities may be offered including Rapé, Sananga, and holographic sound work — each one working to deepen the clearing and support the integration of your experience.
Clients travel to us from across Texas — Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio — as well as nationally and internationally from Brazil, Mexico, Peru, and beyond. Austin's vibrant wellness culture and its identity as a travel destination make it an ideal place to receive this practice.
Schedule your complimentary 20-minute pre-session call with Camila to discuss your health history, intentions, and any questions before your ceremony.
Kambo Aftercare: How to Support Your Body and Mind After Your Session
Kambo aftercare is just as important as preparation. In the 24–72 hours following your ceremony, your body is in a deep state of recalibration. The bioactive peptides continue working, and your nervous system is resetting. Honor this window with intentional care.
I had my first introduction to Kambo through Cami. Things couldn't have gone smoother... from the moment I walked in the door, I felt safe and aligned to be under her gentle care. Highly recommend this practitioner for anyone interested in stepping out of your comfort zone and looking to reap some rewards for the mind body and spirit 💚 Blessings.
What to Do After Kambo: The First 24 Hours
- Do not drive if you feel weak, light-headed, or disoriented — stay until you are fully grounded
- Hydrate deeply: drink 8–11 glasses of water, prioritizing mineral water and coconut water to restore electrolytes
- Eat light, easy-to-digest, organic whole foods — avoid dairy and meat for at least 24 hours
- Rest — do not operate heavy machinery or engage in physical labor within 24 hours
- Stay out of direct sunlight for 24 hours
- Avoid alcohol and recreational substances for at least 3 days post-session
Kambo Recovery and Integration: The Days After
- Journal: write down your experience, feelings, insights, and intentions
- Practice grounding techniques such as earthing (walking barefoot on natural ground)
- Spend time in nature
- Be intentional and disciplined with your technology and social media use
- Tune in — notice vibrational shifts in your body, emotions, and energy
- Give yourself space and patience during the process
- If you would like deeper integration support, Camila can refer you to trusted practitioners who specialize in post-ceremony integration work
Traveling to Austin for Kambo? Here's What to Know
Austin, Texas has become one of the most popular destinations in the country for plant ceremonies and ancestral practices. If you're visiting from out of state or internationally, here are some practical tips to support your journey:
Frequently Asked Questions About Kambo Preparation & Aftercare
Can you eat before Kambo?
No. Fasting for 7–12 hours before your Kambo ceremony is essential and mandatory. Eating before a session increases the risk of aspiration and significantly reduces the effectiveness of Kambo. A small cup of water or non-caffeinated herbal tea is acceptable up to 2 hours beforehand. If you are a regular coffee or caffeine drinker, one cup 2 hours before is acceptable to prevent caffeine withdrawal symptoms during your session.
How do you prepare for Kambo?
Preparation begins one week before your ceremony. Drink plenty of filtered water with electrolytes, eat organic whole foods, avoid alcohol, pork and red meat, drugs, supplements, sleeping aids including melatonin, and processed foods for 3–5 days prior. Fast the morning of your session and wear comfortable clothing with short or sleeveless sleeves. You can schedule a complimentary 20-minute pre-session call with Camila to discuss any questions.
What should you avoid before Kambo?
Avoid alcohol, pork and red meat, all recreational drugs, supplements and vitamins, herbal preparations, sleeping aids including melatonin, sweeteners including honey, and packaged or fried foods for 3–5 days before your Kambo ceremony. On the day of your session, avoid all food and limit fluids to a small amount of water or herbal tea up to 2 hours prior.
Will I have pain during a Kambo session?
Kambo causes an intense but temporary physical response. Most people experience heat, swelling of the face, an elevated heart rate, and purging. The acute phase typically lasts 20–40 minutes. It is intense, but it passes. Camila will guide and support you through every moment of the process.
Will I have an accident (lose bowel control) during Kambo?
This is one of the most common questions, and the honest answer is: it is very unlikely but possible. The vast majority of Kambo purges are through vomiting, not the bowels. You will have access to a bathroom. Camila creates a safe, private, judgment-free space so you can fully surrender to the process without worry.
How long does Kambo aftercare last?
The most important aftercare window is the first 24–72 hours. During this time, rest, hydrate, eat lightly, and avoid alcohol, drugs, and strenuous activity. The integration phase — where you process insights and embody changes — can continue for days or weeks afterward.
What should I do after Kambo?
Rest, hydrate with mineral water and coconut water, eat light organic foods, journal, spend time in nature, and avoid alcohol and stimulants for at least 3 days. Ground yourself with earthing, breathwork, or gentle movement. Give your system space to integrate the full benefits of Kambo.
Is Kambo safe?
Kambo is administered with full safety protocols for healthy adults by a trained and experienced practitioner. Camila Marini is a certified Kambo Practitioner and Teacher trained through Tribal Detox with over 500 sessions of experience. A thorough intake process is completed before every session to assess whether Kambo is a good fit for you. Read testimonials from clients who have experienced the care and expertise of the Cami Kambo team.
Ready to Begin Your Kambo Journey?
Schedule your complimentary 20-minute pre-session call with Camila to discuss your intentions, health history, and any questions about what to expect.
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