KINTU is a bridge connecting ancient traditions with the modern world. For many years, we have been dedicated to supporting Indigenous and local artisans, recognizing that to help one is to help all. Our mission is to preserve and honor ancestral wisdom by uplifting the hands that craft these sacred tools, ensuring their knowledge continues to thrive.

Through KINTU, we invite you to welcome these sacred traditions into your daily life, creating a space of harmony and reverence. Each piece carries the spirit of the land, the lineage of its makers, and the prayers woven into its creation. We are deeply honored to serve as the bridge between worlds, bringing these time-honored practices into your heart and hands.

In Quechua and Aymara traditions, the K’intu is a sacred symbol of harmony between body, mind, and heart. It is formed by grouping three coca leaves together, with their stems pointing downward and their leaves facing up, arranged with the smallest leaf on top. This trinity represents the three worlds in Andean cosmology:

• Uku Pacha – the lower world, connected to ancestors, the unseen realms, and the roots of existence.
• Kay Pacha – the middle world, the realm of the present, where humans, animals, and nature coexist.
• Hanaq Pacha – the upper world, the celestial domain of spirits, divine forces, and cosmic wisdom.

A K’intu is created with deep intention, serving as an offering or prayer to the spirits of the land, the waters, the mountains, or the fire. It is a way of expressing gratitude, seeking guidance, and maintaining balance with the natural world. This practice is a beautiful reminder of reciprocity (ayni), the sacred exchange between humans and the Earth, fostering a deep relationship of respect and harmony.

At KINTU, we carry this ancestral wisdom forward, honoring the sacred connection between all things and inviting you to do the same.

At KINTU, we are honored to collaborate with Indigenous tribes, communities, and local artisans across Central and South America who carry deep ancestral wisdom and work in harmony with Mother Earth. Our relationships are built on trust, respect, and reciprocity, ensuring that the traditions, craftsmanship, and spiritual significance behind each piece are honored and preserved.

Every ceremonial tool we offer is responsibly sourced, handcrafted with intention, and infused with the prayers and blessings of its maker. These artisans do not simply create objects; they bring forth the essence of their lineage, their land, and their connection to the sacred.

We encourage you to take time to connect with these tools, honoring their wisdom and the journey they have taken to reach you. Whether through ritual, meditation, or simple moments of gratitude, your relationship with these sacred objects is an opportunity to deepen your own practice and intention.

By supporting these artisans and communities, we collectively help sustain traditional practices, protect cultural heritage, and ensure that these sacred arts continue to thrive for future generations.

We work with Australia Post for both domestic and international shipments.

It depends on where you are. Orders processed in Australia will take 2-7 business days on free standard shipping and about 1-3 business days on express shipping to arrive.

Overseas deliveries can take anywhere from 7-21 business days on standard shipping and 7-14 on express shipping. Delivery details will be provided in your confirmation email.

*Note: Shipping times might take more than we expect, and we cannot anticipate when an order would be delayed. Thank you for understanding and all the patience that’s involved. The love and support is very appreciated.

Yes, we ship all over the world. We provide a flat rate of A$26 for standard international shipping and a flat rate of A$40 for express international shipping.

Shipping costs will apply, and will be added at checkout. We run discounts and promotions all year, so stay tuned for exclusive deals.

Did you receive a faulty unit, or the wrong product? Please contact our Customer Support team to start the return process.

Please include the following information:

•⁠ ⁠Order number

•⁠ ⁠Proof of purchase

•⁠ ⁠Video or photo of the faulty product (if applicable)

•⁠ ⁠Complete delivery address

•⁠ ⁠Contact telephone number

In some cases, you may be required to include a video or photo of the defective product for proof in order to refund or replace the product.

Please note that we don’t accept returns of Hapé or Sananga.

Processing returns may take up to 14 business days from the day we receive your return. We will email you to confirm once your return has been processed.

For returned items, a full refund will be credited for defective products.

For non-defective items, refund excludes all shipping and handling fees.

All refunds will be credited to your original form of payment.

If you paid by credit or debit card, refunds will be sent to the card-issuing bank within 14 business days of receipt of the returned item or cancellation request. Please contact the card-issuing bank with questions about when the credit will be posted to your account.

If you want to cancel your order, you should contact us as soon as possible.

Please contact us at support@kintuartisans.com.

If you need to change your shipping address after you bought product, please contact us at support@kintuartisans.com as soon as possible. Hopefully, we haven`t shipped it out yet and we can change it for you.