Together Women Rise Journey to Tanzania
July 14th – 23rd, 2022

TRAVEL INSURANCE:

Elevate Destinations requires that all travelers have travel insurance that covers COVID-related expenses. We strongly recommend with ‘cancel for any reason’ (CFAR) coverage for any trip they wish to take with us. Please note that some insurance options require purchase within 24 hours of making payment for your trip. Elevate Destinations recommends that travelers evaluate the insurance options available for their needs and inquire with providers about “cancel for any reason” insurance.

2. Travel Insurance Center – Dan Drennen is the representative who Elevate Destinations works with. To inquire with Dan about insurance policies he offers, you can reach him by email at dan@travelinsurancecenter.com or over the phone at 1-866-979-6753 (extension 3621).

Guests may acquire travel insurance through Yonder, Travel Insurance Center, or any other travel company of their choosing. If you purchase insurance with Yonder or Travel Insurance Center, please be sure to tell them you have booked your trip though Elevate Destinations. Elevate Destinations recommends that travelers evaluate the insurance options available for their needs and inquire with providers about insurance that will provide coverage if the trip needs to be cancelled.

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS:

International arrival and departure flights are booked by travelers independently. If you would like assistance, you are welcome to book your flights through our partners at AirTreks. You can also contact AirTreks by email at flightdesk@airtreks.com. AirTreks provides 24/7 support in case you need help at any point along your journey.

Kindly forward your international flight information to Dana (dana@elevatedestinations.com) once you have booked your flights.

Here are our recommended arrival/departure times:

• July 14th: Arrive in Dar es Salaam at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) by 4:00 pm 
• July 23rd: Depart from Moshi at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) after 12:00 pm 

While the Together Women Rise Journey to Tanzania trip begins on July 14th and ends on July 23rd, we would be happy to help you extend your travels in the region. Please see the Extend Your Travel tab for more information.

LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS:

We advise you to pack lightly in soft-sided luggage. Please keep in mind the luggage restrictions for the domestic flights on this trip:

• Total allowance: 23 kg (50 lbs.) per person

BAN ON PLASTIC BAGS:

Please also note that the Tanzanian government has implemented a nationwide ban on plastic bags. Travelers visiting the country are not allowed to bring any plastic bags into the country and visitors’ luggage may be checked for plastic bags at the airport. Travelers found with plastic bags could face heavy fines.

PASSPORT:

Please make sure your passport is current and valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip departure date. Your passport should have at least 3 blank pages for the entry and exit stamps, or more if you are visiting several countries on this trip. Please note that the last two amendment pages are not acceptable for visas and immigration stamps.

VISA/TOURIST CARD:

All U.S. citizens will need a tourist visa to enter Tanzania, which you can either obtain in advance or upon arrival at the airport in Dar es Salaam. Travelers can apply for an Ordinary Tourist Visa, which is a single-entry visa valid for 90 days.

To apply for a tourist visa, you will need the following, according to the Tanzanian Embassy Website

• Two recent passport size photos
• Round-Trip flight itinerary
• Passport valid for six months
• Visa fee ($50 or $100 for multiple entry visa)
  Note: Exact change is required for payment and bills that are ripped, wrinkled, more than 5 years old or in denominations under $20 are not readily accepted
• Visa Application Form

Tanzanian eVisa: If you decide to apply for a Tanzanian eVisa, please follow the instructions below.

• Visit the Tanzania eVisa application page (click here)
• Click on new application and insert your contact information, and then click “continue”
• A page is generated showing the Application ID. Please record this ID number for your records. This will also be emailed to you.
• Fill in your personal information exactly as shown in your passport.
• Enter the Embassy details and the type of visa you are applying for – you will need an Ordinary Visa for Tourism.
• Enter the local host (Akorn Tanzania) details, as listed below
  Host: Company / Organization
  Mobile Number: +255 272 508 348
  Relationship: Tour Operator
  Company name / Organization registration No: leave this blank
  Where are you going to stay?: Hotel
  Physical Address: Njiro Hill, PO Box 427, Arusha
• Documents to Upload: You will need to upload the following documents in a small file size. To compress the file size, we recommend taking a screenshot of the documents or compressing it on SmallPDF.
  • Passport size photo (JPEG, file size 300 KB)
  • Passport Scan (JPEG, file size 300 KB)
  • Return Flight Ticket (PDF, file size 1 MB)
• Declaration Section: Verify the information you submitted is correct
• Payment: You can pay for your visa with a Visa or Mastercard. After clicking, “proceed with payment,” you will be redirected to a page confirming your payment. We recommend taking a screenshot of this to save and print for your records.
• The average wait time for your visa is 5 – 10 business days. You will need to check the eVisa online portal with your Application ID to find out if and when your visa has been granted.

For more information about this incredible journey to Tanzania with Together Women Rise, be sure to visit the following pages:

• Itinerary
• Pricing & Registration
• In-Country Information
• Health & Safety
• Extend Your Travel
• About Elevate Destinations