"Bufo is not a journey outward, but a return . . .
a dissolving into the Source where all things begin.
In the silence between heartbeats, the Soul remembers."
The Essence of Remembrance: Bufo Alvarius
(5-MeO-DMT)
Facilitated with Integrity & Soul
Welcome to the Medicine of Bufo.
Bufo Alvarius, also known as 5-MeO-DMT, Colorado River Toad, Incilius Alvarius Toad, and Sonoran Dessert Toad is one of the most powerful natural entheogens known to humanity. Derived from the secretion of the Incilius Alvarius Toad, this sacred medicine holds the potential to dissolve the ego and return you to the essence of divine remembrance . . . the formless Source from which all life arises.
Bufo: 5-Meo-DMT
A single inhalation can lead to a complete non-dual experience, often described as:
• Becoming pure consciousness
• Merging with God / Creator / Universal Intelligence
• Feeling unconditional love beyond words
• Experiencing ego death and cosmic rebirth
“Bufo is the breath of eternity, dissolving illusion and guiding the soul back to the essence of remembrance.”
What Is Bufo?
• 5-MeO-DMT is a potent psychoactive compound found in the venom of the Sonoran Desert Toad (Bufo Alvarius) and also occurs naturally in the human body.
• It acts on the 5-HT1A and 5-HT2A serotonin receptors, facilitating a profound shift in consciousness.
• Unlike other psychedelics that create visions or patterns, Bufo often brings a complete dissolution into unity—it’s more feeling than seeing. Some people will still have visuals. One sit you may have none, and the next sit you will.
Why Work With Bufo?
Many people seek Bufo for:
• Deep spiritual awakening
• Healing from trauma, grief, or depression
• Expanding consciousness and understanding
• Connecting with God/Source/Divine
• Realignment with their soul’s truth
What to Expect
This is not a recreational journey.
It is a sacred ceremony held with love, prayer, and deep intention. Each journey is unique, but common experiences include:
• Ego dissolution
• Timelessness or eternal presence
• Overwhelming joy or cathartic release
• Light, sound, or energetic sensations
• A profound sense of remembrance of who and what you truly are
• Kundalini Activation
Meeting the energy of Bufo is like meeting the energy and essence from which you were created from. It is truly The Essence of Remembrance.
Your safety, comfort, and sovereignty are always honored. We work with trauma-informed care, integration support, and full energetic presence.
Safety with Bufo
Preparation Is Key
To receive the most from this medicine, we encourage:
• 3–7 days of dieta: Clean foods, no alcohol or substances, emotional rest
• Intention setting: What are you seeking to heal or remember?
• Honesty: Disclose medications, health conditions, or recent major life events
Contraindications (For Your Safety)
Bufo is NOT recommended for individuals who are:
• Taking SSRIs, MAOIs, Wellbutrin, or benzodiazepines
• Diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar, or active psychosis
• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Currently in extreme emotional instability or mental health crisis
You will be guided through a thorough intake and screening process before sitting with this medicine.
“Bufo is the Essence of Remembrance”
Aftercare & Integration
Integration is where the real medicine continues. After the ceremony, you may feel:
• Expanded, raw, or deeply peaceful
• Energized or in need of rest
• Like your entire identity or worldview has shifted
We offer integration support through:
• 1:1 sessions
• Group circles
• Journaling prompts
• Frequency & somatic healing
• Loving community space
Join our Integration every Wednesday night at 7:30pm MT.
Bufo 5-Meo-DMT vs Synthetic 5-Meo-DMT
Remember Who You Are
This medicine is not about escaping, it’s about returning.
Back to your truth.
Back to your Source.
Back to the Love you are and have always been.
We are honored to walk this path with you.
At Ahavah Gardens, we work only with the pure, raw, and natural form of Bufo—the sacred secretion of the Incilius alvarius, also known as the Colorado River Toad. This potent medicine is ethically and respectfully collected from the toad during its emergence season, when it surfaces from the earth after spending 5 to 8 months underground. The secretion is gently expressed and dried in the sun on a sheet of glass, where it crystallizes into its medicine form, infused with the radiant frequency of solar energy and grounded in the deep, earthy wisdom of the subterranean realm.
This balance is the spirit of Bufo: earth and sun, dark and light, descent and emergence. As the toad rises from its time in darkness, it carries the vibration of transformation, rebirth, and deep healing. When we sit with this medicine, we receive both the grounding of the underworld and the illuminating power of the sun, reminding us that even in our deepest seasons of shadow, healing is quietly preparing to emerge. It is a sacred merging of two worlds, helping us to integrate our own human experience of descent and transcendence.
While 5-MeO-DMT was originally synthesized in a lab in the 1930s before it was ever discovered in nature, there is a distinct and meaningful difference between the synthetic molecule and the natural Bufo secretion. The synthetic version contains only the isolated compound 5-MeO-DMT, whereas natural Bufo contains a complex blend of tryptamines and alkaloids, including bufotenine and other synergistic compounds that influence the depth, duration, and energetic feel of the experience.
In our view, the spirit of the toad is encoded within the natural secretion, carrying with it the wisdom of the land, the energy of the animal, and the frequency of nature itself. Many who have experienced both versions describe Bufo as far more connected, embodied, and spiritually alive. At Ahavah Gardens, we honor this full-spectrum healing and offer it with reverence, integrity, and deep respect for the medicine and those who come to receive it.
