Welcome to Katukina.com: Your Source for Authentic Tribal Products and Shamanic Tools

Our journey in ethnobotany has roots that run deep, tracing back to 1999 and inspired by a lineage of passionate collectors and providers. Since our beginnings, we’ve been dedicated to exploring and sharing the profound cultural significance of sacred plants and medicines, respecting and honoring the indigenous knowledge that guides their use.

Our Founding and the Rise of Rapé

In early 2015, after years of research and hands-on experience, we founded Katukina.com. At that time, Rapé was still a rare and relatively unknown product outside of indigenous communities, scarcely available online. Recognizing the need to bring this powerful tradition to a broader audience, we began sourcing Rapé directly from tribal origins in Acre, Brazil. What started as a small offering has since grown into a rich and diverse collection of Rapé blends, ashes, and Tabaco powders, all sourced with the utmost respect for the tribes that have perfected these sacred practices over generations.

Honoring the Katukina Tribe

Our company’s name is a tribute to the Katukina tribe, inhabitants of the Amazonas and Acre regions, known for their profound connection to the Kambo frog and their traditional Rapé. The Katukina possess a vast knowledge of plants, which they believe was gifted to them by spiritual beings. In their worldview, every person seeks a balanced relationship with the world, connecting to humans, animals, and spirits alike. The Katukina tribe has been instrumental in sharing indigenous tools and wisdom with the wider world, helping make these rare shamanic tools accessible beyond the Amazon.

The Early Days of Offering Rapé

When we first began offering Rapé, it was a niche product often packaged in recycled soda bottles from small tribal productions. Authentic Rapé was hard to find, and its availability limited to small, hand-made batches by indigenous tribes. The growing interest in Rapé sparked a resurgence in traditional practices among tribes, encouraging them to reconnect with the art of making this sacred medicine. Unfortunately, as demand grew, so did the number of suppliers, some of whom lacked genuine ties to indigenous communities, resulting in an influx of low-quality, imitation Rapé made by unconnected sources.

We believe that discerning connoisseurs can recognize quality Rapé by a trusted supplier’s reputation and the authenticity of the product itself. True Rapé, made with respect and tradition, speaks through its effectiveness and unmistakable quality.

Commitment to Authenticity and Quality

Through changes in the market, we have remained dedicated to authenticity by continuing to source from our original suppliers. Today, we work closely with four trusted middlemen, each with deep, established connections to indigenous communities, ensuring that our Rapé remains as genuine and potent as ever. As one of the first professional providers of Rapé online, we have expanded our selection to around 85 unique varieties. Among these, three blends—Pineal Flush, Orchid Fever, and Clarity—are personally crafted by us using ingredients sourced directly from indigenous tribes.

Our Trusted Tribal Partnerships

Our close connections with tribes across the Amazon basin, including the Apurina, Yawanawa, Katukina, Kaxinawa, Shanenawa, Shawandawa, Kallawaya, Nukini, Kuntanawa, Shipibo, and Matses, allow us to offer a variety of authentic Rapé blends. Each tribe has its own unique composition and character in Rapé, crafted to serve distinct spiritual and medicinal purposes. Through our partnerships, we ensure that these tribes benefit from the exchange, supporting the preservation of their cultural heritage.

A Broad Collection of Shamanic and Tribal Products

Today, Katukina.com is proud to offer one of the most extensive selections of Rapé available. Our range also includes a curated variety of shamanic tools and ethnobotanical treasures, from Kuripe and Tepi (Rapé applicators) to rare items like Kambo, Sananga, Chilcuague, and Dragon's Blood. These items are selected to help deepen one’s connection to Amazonian traditions and enhance personal rituals.

Our offerings extend to a variety of Tabaco options, including Mapacho, Arapiraca, Sabia, and Tabaco de Moi, each valued for its unique aroma, strength, and traditional uses within Amazonian culture. In addition to Tabaco, we provide a selection of pure ashes, such as Tsunu, Parika, and Mulateiro, which are essential components in creating authentic Rapé. These genuine ingredients allow enthusiasts and practitioners the chance to explore the full spectrum of Rapé craftsmanship, blending their own recipes and deepening their connection to these sacred practices.

Our Mission: Preserving and Sharing Amazonian Heritage

At Katukina.com, we see our role as more than just providing products; we are dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich cultural heritage of the South American Amazon. We continuously seek new items to expand our range, always with the goal of offering our customers the very best in shamanic and tribal products. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to these traditions, we are here to support your journey with knowledge, authenticity, and respect for the sacred wisdom these products embody.