Ashtanga Yoga Safari in Tanzania November 1-10th 2009
(Yoga at the birthplace of Mankind)

As most of you know I just recently returned from a trip in East Africa. While there I found some amazing places and like all great things in life that you discover you naturally want toshare with everyone. As I have told most people after getting back that East Africa is the most amazing place I have ever been. So after careful though I have decided to put together a 10 day yoga/safari retreat in Tanzania. The place were we will be based is called Ngare sero just outside of Arusha in Tanzania.

From there we will do day trips and a few overnight trips to explore amazing and beautiful places like Natron with an active volcano and waterfalls and where recently the oldest human footprints where discovered! Trekking Mt. Meru with wild giraffe and elephant wandering about and Ngorongoro crater with the greatest concentrations of wild animals propbably anywhere. I chose Ngare sero as our base because of the beauty of the place, quality and friendliness of the staff and owners. Not only that but it already has two yoga shalas on the property and its philosophy of sustainable development.

There is a fresh water cool spring, wild monkeys in the trees, 200 species of birds, fish, chameleons, swimming pool, lush gardens and a local village nearby. I chose November for the workshop because it is Spring in this part of Africa and according to the locals the most beautiful season with flowers blooming everywhere. In addition the Ngero Sero lodge is aiming to become strictly a yoga retreat center in the future and because of that they are offering us nearly 50% discount on accommodations, transport and food. This will I believe be a once in a lifetime trip. I expect to make it even more amazing that my last one. So for those that love nature, wildlife, adventure and traveling in quality and style I think you wont be disappointed.
http://www.ngare-sero-lodge.com/

All meals will be vegetarian though you will be able to order non-veggie food if you like. There will be fresh organic trout at the lodge. Also each person will receive one free massage as part of the package. With this retreat everything will be included except your flight and visa and any activities outside the schedule. This means room, transport, park passes, food, permits etc. on On free days culture trips are optional and may have other costs.

We will have yoga classes almost every morning but on some days we will need to leave extra early for safari and day trips and may have alternative classes such as pranayama, mediation or very short sessions either in the morning or afternoon. This retreat is also open for beginners of Ashtanga yoga. On the days we do Mysore class we will also have a beginner introduction to Ashtanga classes. This means that you can bring husbands, wives or partners. Kids over 10 years old are also ok. Non-yoga practitioners are also welcome but must be willing to accommodate yoga as a central theme and part of the schedule.

The total cost for the retreat all inclusive will be US$ 2890.00 Flight costs and details are being researched now and more information will follow. When I went in March my flight cost \140,000

Finally for those who have a few extra days to spare on the last day Nov 10th we will leave for a special 2 night 3 day safari into the Serengeti or Masai Mara. We will decide based on what is best seasonally and where most of the animals are at that time of the year. This will cost extra and if you are interested please let me know and we can work out the details. Once you are confirmed as a participant I will then said you details about what you need for supplies, clothes etc. As for medical info please consult with your doctor. Please make all reservations and inquiries directly to me at or refer to the website. Space is very limited so please reserve as soon as possible.

www.tarik.com for more details

Nov 1 Day Sunday, -	Arrival/shuttle from Nairobi to Arusha/ Ngere Sero
Nov 2 Day two/Monday -	Morning Class, Grounds tour, spring, history etc,/town shopping. village walk.
Nov 3 Day three/Tuesday -	Morning Class, Mt. Meru into ash cone, walk, picnic. Safari.
Nov 4 Day four/Wednesday -	Practice/breakast and leave for Lake Nakron
Nov 5 Day five/Thursday -	Practice Lake Natron, waterfall, hiking, ancient footprints.
Nov 6 Day six/Friday -	leave Natron for Ngorongoro after lunch arrive evening in Safari lodge (1 nig
Nov 7 Day seven -	6am start to Ngorongoro until lunchtime or early afternoon and then back to Ngere Sero
Nov 8 Day eight/Sunday -	Morning Class, Free day with open activities.
Nov 9 Day nine/Monday -	Morning Class, Day trip: Kikaletwa or day trip nearby.
Nov 10 Day ten/Tuesday -	Morning Class , Departure day
Day 11-14th	Masai Mara/Nukuru/seasonal safari/ or Lamu

--Includes 1 massage available anytime during the trip.
--Culture tours/town visits, village walks available during free days