Tourist visas for Tanzania can be obtained in two ways: when you arrive at the international airport during your transfer from Kigali to Seronera - you will be traveling through Mwanza, which should be selected on your online visa application under port of entry - or online prior to your arrival. The visa cost is $100 regardless of doing it online or in country. If getting the visa in country, you will be guided to the appropriate counter upon arrival to the airport. IMPORTANT: You will need to bring a new, unmarked $100 bill for this purchase. Below is guidance for applying for the visa online. The online visa application process for Rwanda is very straightforward, costs $50, and can be done at THIS LINK.

Online TZ Visa Application: There are a lot of third-party online services that you should avoid. HERE is the website you should use, and Kindred Safaris will set up a call with you to help with the process.

Kindred Safaris recommends that all travelers consult with their physician(s) and your local health department regarding suggested vaccinations.

Health Information for Tanzania

Health Information for Rwanda

As with vaccinations, please consult your physician(s) regarding medications, as every individuals health needs are different. Below is some general information to consider when consulting with your physician, which is based on our experience.

• Malaria medication: Atovaquone-Proguanil 250-100 has been tolerated well. This medication and dose is good for shorter trips (e.g., less than 30 days), as you only have to start 1 day in advance of arrival and can stop the medication after 7 days of return. There is a high-dose form that some travelers complain of stomach issues.

• Travelers Diarrhea: All travelers should consider remedies for travelers diarrhea. Consider over the counter medications for general digestive tract changes. Prescription antibiotics may also be considered.

For additional information:

Tanzania Travel Information

Rwanda Travel Information

Go Farther Travel & Whole Image Wellness value "all-in" pricing, so we have already included most gratuities in the cost of your trip package. All driver guides, lodges, rangers, and trackers will be tipped on your behalf, with no further out of pocket expense required from you.

However, there are a few circumstances where you will be responsible for your own gratuities and expenses, as follows:

+ Porterage in Tanzania: There will be various people at lodges helping with getting luggage of the vehicles, so just like in the States, we typically tip $1-$2 per traveler on each occurrence. A good estimate would be a maximum of $30 per traveler for the entire trip.

+ Porterage in Rwanda: $10 per person that will be shared with each porter in your group. Although porters are not necessary, it is a source of income for locals.

+ Laundry Services: If you are planning to use the laundry services at the lodges (most have them), figure an average of $1-$2 per item for the service, and a tip of 10% of the total bill. Plan your laundering to occur on the first day of a multiple day stay. Your guides will help you coordinate.

+ Meals: Full board is included at all lodgings except the Serena Kigali in Rwanda. Therefore, you will need to purchase two dinners and two breakfasts during this portion of the trip. The menu at the hotel is à la carte so prices will vary. You may also have the opportunity to purchase lunch in Kigali on your final day (depending on your flight time).

+ Restaurant Gratuities: Where meals are included, tips are not necessary nor expected. When you are purchasing your own meals at luxury hotels, a 10% service charge may be added to your bill. If one has not been added, 10% gratuity is customary.

+ In mid-range restaurants in Rwanda, 5-10% is appreciated, preferably in the local currency.

+ If dining on your own before or after your trip in Tanzania, tipping is not expected, but rounding up the bill is always appreciated. This typically comes to 3-5%.

Our rule of thumb for travel to destinations around the world is to carry $150 cash per person, per week. Although the USD is widely used and accepted in Tanzania (and to some extent, Rwanda as well), Go Farther Travel recommends that you pay with the local currency whenever possible, and which can be obtained from an ATM at the airport for the best exchange rates. But don't worry, we'll go over all of this in detail before the trip!

Regarding credit cards, we have never had a problem using our Visa or MasterCard in Tanzania/Rwanda if you plan ahead with your bank. Credit cards (Visa and MC) can also be used for gifts purchases, etc. (American Express is rarely accepted, and if it is, there would be a 5% service charge applied.) The Tanzanian Schilling (TSh) and Rwandan Franc are the local currencies and trade at 2,300-to-$1 and 1,225-to-$1, respectively.

In short, we have had better cell coverage in Rwanda/Tanzania than many places in the States. Talk with your cell provider in advance for details (note: Verizon charges $12 per day for coverage). Good WiFi internet service is available at all lodges at no additional cost, although some lodges only have service in the lobby.

The two flights within Tanzania are included in the Tanzania-Only and Full Experience packages. International flights are not included in any package. In total, you will need to purchase 3 international flights if you are joining us for the Full Experience, or round-trip airfare from the United States if you are attending only one segment:

1. Your flight from the USA to Tanzania (JRO).

2. Your flight from Tanzania to Rwanda (KGL).

3. Your flight from Rwanda to the USA.

Since Go Farther Travel is a full-service travel agency, they will assist you with finding flights that coordinate with the group. This is included in your package price.

Other services offered, for an additional charge, include:

+ Booking any and all flights

+ Finding flights that work with your credit card points

For more information on flight assistance, please contact rochelle@gofarthertravel.com.

Kindred Safaris’ lead guide in Tanzania is Joseph Bumija, who manages the TZ operations and coordinates all driver guides. You will be met by a Kindred Safaris’ representative at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) who will be clearly identified with signage containing the company’s name and your party name. In Rwanda, our partner is Charles Karenzi, who will coordinate all details in Rwanda. Important contact information is provided below. It is recommended that you download the application, WhatsApp, onto your phone for communicating with our guides.

Joseph Bumija (pictured in our brochure with Aaron Strickland): Physical Address: 79 Kitongoji, Nguruma Kati, 23306, Akheri, Arumeru Mobile No: +255 784 320 032 Email: josephbumi1@gmail.com

• Charles Karenzi Mobile No: +250 788 302 289

• Aaron Strickland Physical Address: 4 Top Forty Road, Freeville, NY 13068 Mobile No: +1 6072277522 Email: aaron@kindredsafaris.com

Please note that all three of your hosts for this retreat will be on the actual retreat! Angelique Flynn of Whole Image Wellness, Rochelle Avignon of Go Farther Travel, and Aaron Strickland of Kindred Safaris will be there to act as your concierge during the retreat.

Your lodging is all inclusive, with 3 meals per day provided and also includes drinking water and soft drinks at most sites, and some sites having complementary house beer and wine at dinner. Water will be provided by Kindred Safaris at all times (lodging and on game drives). Additional meals/ drinks not provided by the lodge will be at the expense of the traveler.

As with every yoga retreat, we will have an online group format to ask questions and share information. Solo travelers can meet others to travel with in this private group. All important information will be sent out via email, so please make sure we are on your safe sender's list. You can expect emails to come primarily from angelique@wholeimagewellness.com or rochelle@gofarthertravel.com.

Additionally, we will host 2-3 Zoom meetups prior to the retreat to share information and for guests to get to know each other!

No! Our classes and mindfulness sessions will be accessible to people of all levels, if you wish to participate. If not, that's okay, too! We just ask that you sit quietly during meditations if you are not participating.

While we cannot mandate that you do, we strongly recommend that you purchase a policy to protect yourself and your interests in a variety of circumstances. If you choose to forgo a policy, you are required to sign a waiver acknowledging that you knowingly assume all risks and associated costs.

So long as your family is aged 16 or older as of the day they arrive in Africa, they are welcome to join us on this trip! If your kids are not quite there yet, please reach out to Go Farther Travel directly to begin planning your family safari.

A packing list will be provided based on your trip details. You can find a sample packing list in our brochure, available for download on this webpage.