“DIRECT BWITI INITIATION” - DISSOUMBA FANG, NORTHERN GABON
A deep spiritual Bwiti initiation
14-22 March, 2026
This is a very special ancient initiation in the North of Gabon. A consecrated Bwiti Master will facilitate a traditional Bwiti Dissoumba Fang initiation (“Biyeyeme Ozeng” or Direct Initiation) in the village temple for a small group. This initiation purifies the physical, emotional, and mental bodies, activates inner strength, and opens access to spiritual realms for healing, learning, and transformation.
During this process, the science of nature, the spiritual world, and cosmic sound vibration work together to help you reconnect with your true essence and purpose, release past trauma and self-limiting beliefs, clear energetic blockages, and heal relationships with yourself and others. It supports overcoming addictions, generational and ancestral healing, emotional detox, deep self-love, forgiveness, peace, clarity, and the restoration of balance across mind, body, and spirit.
About the Bwiti Tradition
The Bwiti Tradition originates from the Pygmy peoples of the Congo River basin forests. It is part of the Primordial Tradition, the universal knowledge from which all spiritual traditions of humanity originate.
Bwiti initiation consists of ancestral mystico-spiritual rites that use sacred medicines from the equatorial forest for purification and awakening. During initiation, the candidate enters expanded states of consciousness and learns to navigate the spiritual realms, guided by the sound of the sacred harp (Ngombi) and ritual songs that serve as a thread of orientation and protection.
These experiences lead to healing, inner clarity, and direct knowledge of the Self.
The initiation lasts one week, from Monday to Sunday afternoon. It includes purification rituals, meditations, fasting, contemplation, journaling, and other traditional modalities revealed during the process. Mobile phones, cameras, and computers are not permitted, as the space must remain sacred and undisturbed.
Although this initiation primarily supports spiritual evolution, it can also assist with healing, detoxification, and the treatment of addictions. Additional healing rituals can be arranged beforehand, which must be discussed and prepared in advance.
After your initial request, the Nima (initiator) performs a divination to determine whether this initiation is appropriate for you and what spiritual modalities are needed for you to receive what you are seeking. If the path is clear, your participation will be confirmed. We welcome those who sincerely wish to advance in their spiritual evolution and deepen their understanding of the laws that govern the Universe.
About the NIma (MASTER INITIATOR)
In Gabon, we work with multiple highly regarded Bwiti Masters. For this initiation, Nima Ayelamam, a very experienced elder from the lineage of the late Bwiti Master Atome Ribenga, will guide you through the very profound journey of self-discovery and healing.
ABOUT THE INITIATION
Direct Initiation (Biyeyeme Ozeng) takes place in the cradle of humanity, right on the Equator. It offers a direct mystical experience of the origins of creation and reconnects you to your Higher Self. This initiation is designed to reveal the foundations of life and our place within it.
It is the right initiation for those who are seeking answers to questions such as:
How did everything begin? Who are we in essence? Why are we here? What is my mission in this life?
The gifts of this initiation have tangible effects on your inner clarity, relationships, emotional and physical well-being, life direction, and personal transformation.
This path is for seekers who wish to go deeper into understanding the domain of creation. Because of its depth, it requires a preparatory purification and is conducted inside an ancient temple.
PROGRAM
(subject to change)
Arrive in Gabon on March 13 or earlier and take a day or two to settle into the new environment and adjust to the time difference and the climate. We will be there to greet you and assist you in reaching your accommodation. However, please note that until the initiation begins, you are solely responsible for your accommodation, and it is not included in the price. We can help you locate a comfortable and affordable place based on your budget.
Day 1
On Monday, March 15, we will take a road trip to the North of Gabon (domestic flight to Oyem is also an option, not included in the price). In the evening, you will have time to meet the Bwiti elders and present your intention to the spirits. Your initiation will commence on this day and conclude on the following Sunday afternoon. There is also a possibility to stay at a hotel this night if you wish to rest with comfort after a long road travel (not included in the price).
Day 2-3
On these days, you will start purification rituals and the introspection process using different techniques to prepare the mind and body for the spiritual journey. As part of this process, you'll have a series of purification baths, introspection, Karma-yoga practices, meditation, and journaling.
You will have private consultations with Nima to help you understand and deepen your spiritual process.
On Wednesday evening, we will hold a special offering ritual to the spirits.
Day 4
On Thursday morning, purification and cleansing continue. This is a fasting day. Throughout the day, you will continue your introspection activities. Later in the evening, we will commence the all-night initiation ceremony, complete with traditional Bwiti music and spiritual practices to assist and enhance your journey.
Day 5
Landing from your journey, rest, integration, and journaling to support you in returning to the physical plane. You'll have a 1 on 1 meeting with the Nima to support you in interpreting your journey. We might have an additional night ceremony on this day, if needed.
Day 6 -7
On Saturday evening, another ceremony will commence. Throughout the ceremony, additional spiritual practices will be conducted. The ceremony finishes on Sunday morning, after which you will have time to rest, integrate, and have 1 on 1 meetings with the Nima. There will be an educational session where you will be provided with an explanation of certain spiritual aspects of the Biyeyeme Ozeng Tradition and the initiation process you have just undergone.
Upon completion of the initiation ceremony, you may return to your accommodation in the nearest town to rest (please note that after the exit ceremony, your accommodation costs are not included in the price of the initiation).
Day 8
On Monday, April 20, early in the morning we will travel back to Libreville. You will sleep at your accommodation upon arrival.
Day 9
The departure date is flexible, and you may choose to fly on that day or extend your stay to explore the country further, visit national parks, or delve deeper into the Bwiti tradition by participating in additional initiations and practices.
booking
The initiation cost includes overland transportation from Libreville to Northern Gabon, accommodation at the temple, and village meals throughout the duration of the initiation.
Please note that international travel, meals, and accommodation in Libreville, hotels before and after initiation in northern Gabon, as well as domestic flights, visa fees, and required vaccinations (such as yellow fever for Gabon), are not included.
To book, contact us, and we will send you more information about the initiation, cost, and how to book.
VISAS, Health, and Safety
Gabon is easily reachable by Ethiopian, Turkish Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Air France, and others.
Please check the visa requirements. You need to have a yellow fever vaccination. It is advised to have an international health insurance.
E-visas are available for all travellers to Gabon. We will help you receive them smoothly via a travel agency.
More information
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For more questions, contact us.