Ayedun Retreats presents:
Osun Immersion Retreat
Immerse Yourself in the Divine Femininity of Osun
A Sacred Return to the Waters of Osun
Caño Cristales, Colombia | October 19 – 24, 2025
La Manigua Lodge, Serranía de la Macarena
Investment: $4,500
Early Bird: $4,000 (ends July 31st)
This exclusive retreat is a sacred immersion designed specifically for Ifa practitioners seeking to deepen their connection with the Orisa Osun. Set amidst the stunning beauty of Caño Cristales, the “River of Five Colors,” this journey is more than a retreat — it is an initiation into the mysteries of divine femininity, water wisdom, ancestral memory, and sacred power.
Over five powerful days, we will gather in ritual, sisterhood, and remembrance to honor Osun through chant, movement, food, and elemental communion. The land, the waters, and the Orisa themselves are ready to teach — are you ready to receive?
Sacred Immersion Experience
Connect with Orisa Osun
Guidance from Experienced Elders
Embrace the Divine Feminine
Discover the Sacred Journey
This retreat is exclusively open to Ifa practitioners who feel called to explore a deeper embodiment of Osun. This is a space of devotion, magic, and ancestral communion — not a vacation, but a sacred assignment.
If you are ready to immerse yourself fully and humbly in this current of divine sweetness and power, we welcome you home to her waters.
See What Awaits
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Round-trip flights from Bogotá (participants will be responsible for booking their flights from their home location to Bogota).
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5-day stay at La Manigua Lodge, eco-luxury in the heart of the jungle.
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Daily meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner — locally sourced, nourishing, and prepared with love.
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2–3 guided excursions to sacred water sites, including Caño Cristales, and transportation to and from excursions will be included.
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All spiritual medicine, protective items, and ceremonial tools are provided.
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Instruction in chants, prayers, and invocations to Osun.
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Medicine-making workshops using native plants and offerings that all participants will return home with.
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Dance and movement sessions in the rhythms of Osun.
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Cooking lessons honoring sacred foods of the Orisa.
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Teachings on the mystical properties of water and how to work with it spiritually.
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Osun Reading done by initiated Osun Practitioners with over 20+ years of knowledge and training in the practice.
Payment Plans
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2 payments of $1,500
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3 payments of $1,000
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Custom plans available upon request
Payment plans reflect amount owed after $1,000 non-refundable deposit is paid in full.
Payment options
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Early Bird Rate: $4,000 (until July 31st)
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Full Rate: $4,500 (after August 1st)
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Payment Plans Available: Secure your spot with a $1000 non-refundable deposit
Meet Our Spiritual Retreat Leaders
Our team of experienced elders at Ayedun Retreats LLC is dedicated to guiding initiated priestesses of Ifa in their sacred journey with the Orisa Osun.
Chief Iyanifa Sangokolade Ifawunmi
My full spiritual name is Chief Iyanifa Sangokolade Ifawunmi Osunseun Egbefunke Osunkemi Epega Adesanya Awoyade Akanbi, the Otun Yeye Ajikefa of Ode Remo, the Otun Iyanifa of Kenta, Yeye Meto of Atunfato Temple. Iya JuJu. Most know me as Chief Kolade. I was born Felicia Daika Johnson, omo Alberta, in the mountainous valleys of Cheyenne, Wyoming, currently living and loving in Houston, TX.
I am a culture worker, a writer, an herbalist and owner of the Juju Shop, a ritual space in the historical Third Ward, Texas. In 2005, I was initiated to Sango by Oluwo Afolabi Epega, and received my Ifa initiation from Chief Solagbade Oluwoifatosin in Akure, Ondo State in 2007. I was initiated to Osun and Egbe in 2018 in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
I study the Ifa tradition through the eyes of an indigenous person, a Native African-American. My family is traditionally Christian and spiritual wisdom was passed down from both lineages. My personal philosophy is one based in spiritual freedom. There is freedom that comes from knowing oneself and understanding the connectivity of the universe. There is power that is gained through knowing the history of our people and incorporating the ase of the ancestors into our lives. There is peace in understanding that we are one with the universe. These are the keys to personal transformation.
IfaLeyin OsunShikemi OrisaSimilore IyaLode
Trust, respect, and joy are at the heart of who I am. I dedicate myself to experiencing and sharing spiritual growth that is powerful and heart-lifting. I am a priestess, initiated in Osogbo, Osun state Nigeria. I am initiated into Ifa, Osun, Obatala and Egbe with 19 years of deep-rooted experience in Yoruba spiritual traditions.
As a Foundation Black American (FBA), my hoodoo training comes from my bloodline, tracing back 6 generations of Louisiana hoodoo traditions. Raised with an abundance of spiritual richness, I am dedicated to guiding others through the sacred wisdom of FBA Hoodoo and Ifa, blending both traditions, which speaks to today's spiritual seekers.
Through divinations, spiritual counseling, teachings and ritual practice, I help individuals reconnect with their purpose, heal ancestral wounds, and walk in alignment with their destiny while maintaining good character.
Okìkìfá Ẹ̀gbéyemí Òṣùnfímihà
My spiritual name is Okìkìfá Ẹ̀gbéyemí Òṣùnfímihàn Fáwùnmí Akànbí, though I was born Symphone’e—like the orchestra, with a bit of flair. I’m from Hartford, CT, and have lived in New Hampshire, Florida, Italy, Houston, and now, back home in the DC-MD area.
I walk many paths: mother, wife, spiritual worker, healer, people executive, coach, and investor. Above all, I’m a soul in motion—always becoming who I came here to be.
Though both sides of my family carry Hoodoo roots, I wasn’t raised in those traditions. Spirit found me early through dreams, and in seeking answers, I found Ifá.
That search led me to my godparent, Chief Ìyánífá Sàngókóládé Ifáwùnmí, and to my spiritual home, Ilé Alájé. Since then, I’ve been reclaiming tools, rituals, and wisdom that feel both ancient and familiar.
I’ve walked with Ifá for nearly nine years as an àbọ̀rìṣà, and in March 2024, I was initiated into Ifá, Ègbé, and Òṣun in Abẹ́òkúta, Ògùn State. While my path is unique, it echoes many journeys of remembrance and return.
Ayedun Retreats is born from that spirit: a space to learn, connect, and rise—with nature, with spirit, and with self. I look forward to holding space with those who feel called.
Ìbùkún Òṣun ni kó wá bá wa | May the blessing of Osun be with us
About Ayedun Retreats LLC
Ayedun Retreats LLC is a collective of experienced Iyanifas, Olorishas, and Rootworkers devoted to creating sacred containers for transformation, spiritual nourishment, and cultural remembrance. We honor the living traditions of Orisa and Foundational Black American (FBA) Hoodoo, offering space for both new seekers and seasoned practitioners to deepen their paths.
Our retreats are held in serene, nature-rich settings designed to reconnect you with spirit, self, and source. Each gathering invites you to:
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Participate in powerful rituals, offerings, Ori feedings, and sacred ceremonies
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Learn through hands-on spiritual medicine making, storytelling, music, dance, and ancestral wisdom
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Engage in guided spiritual workshops and reflective discussions
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Connect with a loving, supportive community of fellow seekers and devotees
Whether you're just beginning your journey or returning home to these practices, you are welcome here.
Come renew your spirit, align with divine feminine energy, and receive the radiant blessings of Ayedun—the sweet life.
Early Bird Rate Ends July 31
2025 Ayedun Retreat Application
Thank you for your interest in attending the 2025 Ayedun Retreat, specifically focused on Osun and water. This application helps us better understand your background, needs, and goals for this special retreat. Please provide accurate and detailed responses.
Frequently asked questions
Your Guides
The retreat will be led by seasoned priestesses of Ifa & Osun with decades of ritual experience and spiritual medicine work. We are honored to hold space with integrity, reverence, and joy.
Questions?
We’re here to support you on this journey. Reach out anytime at info@ayedunretreats.com or call us at (281) 889-9863.
