Ashtanga Yoga Safari in Tanzania November 5-14th 2010
(Extension to Zanzibar Nov 18th)
I happy to announce the details for the Africa Safari retreat 2010 This years theme is the Bush and Beach. Last year was so much fun and such a great success that we have decided to do it again! Don't miss out this year because I am not sure if I will be doing it again next year or not. This year will be a slightly different itinerary than last year and we will also be scheduling a trip to Zanzibar at the end of the main safari package.
We will be staying at the lovely Ngare Sero lodge again for our base camp just outside of Arusha in Tanzania. From there we will do day trips and a 3 day overnight trips to explore amazing and beautiful places likeTrekking Mt. Meru with wild giraffe and elephant wandering about the Ngorongoro crater with the greatest concentrations of wild animals propbably anywhere and finally the Serengeti.
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.
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 will be blown away! Here is a link to the photos from last year.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tarikthami/sets/72157622896746922/
This year will we spend 3 days will be spend exploring the Serengeti and following the migration of the wildebeest said to be one of the great spectacles of the world! Once again as well we will be spending a night at the Ngorongoro Crater where we are almost guaranteed to see lion, elephant and many other beautiful animals. We will also have a few days for relaxing, shopping and just enjoying the luscious grounds of Ngare Sero.
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 12 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.
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.
Prices listed below will be for the 10 day package and then also the Zanzibar extension package. Please be aware that the hotels and safari trips are very expensive in Africa which reflects the price of the retreat. We are receiving steep discounts from the lodge Ngare Sero so it is relatively cheap considering what regular prices are.
The total cost for the Serengeti retreat all inclusive will be US$ $3290 (10 days) with extension Zanzibar 14 days (¥4350-includes domestic flights from Tanzania).
Reservations and a deposit must be made at the latest by July 25th. It is still possible to join after that but because space is limited to 12 people I cannot guarantee you will be able to join. If you are planning on joining but are not sure yet please still contact me so I can know how many to expect. We can hold a provisional reservation until the above date.
Flight costs will depend on each your country of origin. We will be flying to Kilimanjaro airport in Tanzania though there are other ways to get there. Please contact me for details or for alternative possibilities.
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. If you have questions please do not hesitate to contact me at anytime. 090-6180-6900 or via email
November 5th - 14th (Zanzibar extension 14 - 18th)
| 5th | arrive to NGS nov 19th depart znz option |
| 6th | Ngare Sero grounds tour - boating, swimming etc. |
| 7th | Mt Meru day trip - Lunch at the crater! |
| 8th | Depart for Ngoro crater after breakfast. Drop bags at hotel and crater descend into crater no later than 3pm. |
| 9th | Early departure for Serengeti Serena wildlife lodge |
| 10th | Serengeti – ALL DAY GAME DRIVE |
| 11th | Serengeti – ALL DAY GAME DRIVE |
| 12th | Game drive out of park and return to Ngare Sero |
| 13th | Free day -shopping- local trip options or just relax and massage |
| 14th | depart or Zanzibar extension |
| 15th | Zanzibar beach resort |
| 16th | Zanzibar beach resort |
| 17th | morning return to Ngare Sero relax, sit back enjoy. |
| 18th | Depart home |
*Includes 1 massage available anytime during the trip.
*Culture tours/town visits, village walks available during free days