
Class Description
This 18-day African journey offers the unique opportunity to combine hands-on activities with breathtaking safaris. Native Passionists will be our hosts and guides, making it possible to experience the cultures of Tanzania from within.
We will visit the dramatic vast land of central Tanzania, meet members of the famous Maasai tribe, visit the Wagogo tribe in their village, experience village and family life in Itololo, and safari in a world class game park. We get a taste of Dar es Salaam, the economic hub of Tanzania, before sailing to the tropical island of Zanzibar, with its beautiful white-sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, lush vegetation, and spice plantations. We will build relationships with community leaders committed to just economy and sustainable environment. We will foster a network of friendships and learn how to become responsible global citizens. The Journey to Africa is a remarkable opportunity to make your world bigger!
THE JOURNEY
•The Journey to Africa is different from a typical tour. Though we will visit several game parks, our focus is not primarily on tourist attractions, but on experiencing the vitality and daily life of Africa from within. It is for those who want to get off the beaten track, become involved with local people, and connect with another view of the world.
•Participants must be able to climb at least two-flights of stairs and walk up to one mile.
•Accommodations will be simple, clean, and safe. This is not for those envisioning 4-star hotels.
•Led by Fr. Joe Mitchell along with priests and brothers of the Passionist communities of Tanzania.
•Registration is limited to 18 people. Preference is given to those who have previously participated in Earth & Spirit Center courses or programs.
Cost for 18 days: $3250
•Cost includes double-occupancy accommodations, meals, all ground transportation within Africa, services of local guides, stipend for Passionist communities, game park, museum and all other entry fees.
•Cost does not include tips, alcoholic beverages, camera fees, any optional services, or expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephones, etc.
•Cost does not include international airline travel.
•An initial deposit of $550 is due upon registration to reserve a place on the African Journey.
•50% of balance ($1350) is due by March 1, 2025.
•Remaining balance ($1350) is due by April 15, 2025
International Travel
•Each participant arranges and pays separately for their international air travel.
•Because flights into Arusha can be expensive during the peak season, we offer three travel options:
1. Arrive in Arusha and depart from Dar es Salaam.
2. Arrive in Nairobi, drive to Arusha, depart from
Dar es Salaam. Add $125. Cost of flight might be
significantly less expensive than flying into Arusha.
3. Arrive in Nairobi, safari in Maasai Mara game
park, drive to Arusha, depart from Dar es Salaam.
Add $225 + safari with Bonfire Adventure Tour Co.
•Single entry tourist visa is required for entering Tanzania.
•Some immunization vaccinations are suggested. Consult your local travel clinic for advice.
Cancellation
•Before or by April 1, 2025 – 60% of full payment is refundable.
•After April 1, 2025 – 40% of full payment is refundable.
•After May 15, 2025 – No refund is possible unless your place can be filled by another person.
To register for the Journey to Africa, please contact Donna Manuel at the Earth & Spirit Center office by calling 502.452.2749 or emailing donna@earthandspiritcenter.org