“ENGONG Mimbara INITIATION” in THE SAHARA DESERT, Egypt
A deep spiritual Bwiti initiation
5-10 May, 2026
This ancient initiation will take place for the first time in the Sahara Desert, Egypt. A consecrated Bwiti Master, Angap Dzam, will facilitate a traditional Bwiti Dissoumba Fang initiation (“Engong Mimbara”) in a retreat center located in the Sahara 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 will take six days, from Tuesday 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.
We welcome those who sincerely seek to advance in their spiritual evolution and deepen their understanding of themselves, the structure of spiritual development, and the universal laws that govern existence.
About the NIma (MASTER INITIATOR)
Initiation “Engong Mimbara” will be facilitated by Nima Angap Dzam from Gabon, and his team. Our spiritual school is associated with the late Bwiti Master Atome Ribenga, whose former students have also become Bwiti Masters.
For this initiation, Nima Angap Dzam will guide you through the very profound journey of self-discovery and healing.
ABOUT THE INITIATION
Engong Mimbara initiation is a profound and beautiful expression of the Bwiti Tradition of Gabon. Born in the mists of antiquity — from prehistoric Egypt and times even more remote — its teachings penetrate the sacred mysteries of Divine Justice, secrets unveiled only to the initiated.
As humanity progresses in its spiritual evolution, these teachings are gradually becoming accessible to a broader range of spiritual seekers. The initiates are introduced to the esoteric wisdom of the ancient Egyptian temples. These teachings underscore the importance of spiritual evolution for every individual, emphasizing the journey toward self-understanding, self-realization, and enlightenment.
It will be taken to the Sahara Desert for the first time.
PROGRAM
(subject to change)
Day 1, Tuesday, May 5th, 2026.
Arrive at the retreat center. You can arrive a day or two before the initiation to settle into the new environment and adjust to the time difference and the climate (extra nights are not included in the price). We will be there to greet you.
On Tuesday afternoon, lunch will be served, and all the participants will meet for the first session with the Nima, who will be initiating you, where we will have a chance to meet each other, meditate together, and ask the spirits to open the initiation.
Day 2, Wednesday, May 6th.
After breakfast, we will start the purification process of the space and continue the introduction of this ancient initiation.
After lunch at the retreat place, our initiation will continue with the purification process using different techniques to prepare the mind, soul, and body for the spiritual journey. As part of this process, you'll have a series of purification baths, introspection time, meditation, and journaling.
You will have private consultations with the Nima to help you understand and deepen your spiritual process.
Day 3, Thursday, May 7th.
Throughout the day, you will continue your purification and introspection activities.
Later in the evening, we will begin the all-night initiation ceremony at the temple, accompanied by traditional Bwiti music and spiritual practices to support and deepen your journey. This is where many mysteries unfold.
Day 4, Friday, May 8th.
Rest, integration, and journaling to support your return to the physical plane. You'll have a 1 on 1 meeting with the Nima to support you in interpreting your journey. We may have an additional (light) all-night ceremony in the nature spot.
Day 5, Saturday, May 9th.
In the morning, there will be an educational session where you will be provided with an explanation of certain spiritual aspects of the Bwiti Tradition (Engong Mimbara branch) and the initiation process you have just undergone.
Upon completion of the educational session at the temple, you may return to your accommodation to rest or meditate.
In the evening, we will meet at the temple for additional meditations and sacred teachings.
Day 6, Sunday, May 10th.
On the following morning, the Exit ceremony will commence. Throughout the ceremony, additional spiritual practices will be conducted. Following the ceremony, we will meet for breakfast, during which time we will answer any remaining questions you may have. Please note that after breakfast and the closing session, your accommodation costs are not included in the price of the initiation. However, if you need more integration time, you can stay an additional night at your own cost.
The departure date is flexible, and you may choose to leave on that day or extend your stay to explore Egypt further, visit the ancient temples, or delve deeper into the Bwiti tradition by spending more time with Nima and his team.
booking
The initiation cost includes all the rituals, 5 nights of accommodation at the retreat center, local transportation to nature spots, and meals throughout the duration of the initiation.
Please note that international travel, meals, hotels before and after initiation, as well as domestic flights, visa fees, and health and travel insurance costs, 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
Visas on arrival are available for most travelers to Egypt. Please check online to confirm your eligibility for a visa on arrival, or consult your nearest Egyptian consulate.
It is advised to have an international health insurance. Note that this initiation experience is not suitable for those with serious medical and psychological conditions. A detailed application must be completed in advance before being accepted.
If you or anyone you cohabit with is experiencing flu symptoms in the week before the retreat, please let us know and cancel your attendance or move it to a later time.
More information
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