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How do I book and pay for my ticket?We are going to open ticket sales shortly. You will be able to book and pay online (with Vasa, mastercard, Amex or Mpesa). Once you have filled in your registration and paid for the ticket, you are good to go! Please note that you will need to show your paid ticket to Sunshine Marine if you wish to book a room there at the ZYF preferential rate. Also note that tickets are non-refundable, however you can transfer the ticket to someone else in the event you are unable to join us. Please feel free to reach out to us for any other questions you might have.
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What is included in the price?All the yoga classes and workshops. But also you'll get three vegetarian meals per day, drinking water, coffee/tea throughout the day. We might add other things as we get closer, we can be cheeky like that ;)
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What if I am paying from abroad?No worries, we are international friendly - the online payment system allows you to pay with a credit card. Please do reach out to us, if you are having any difficulties.
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Do I have to attend all sessions?Not at all! You are free to attend or not attend anything you would like. We offer the sessions, you decide what to join :) We do encourage that you join us for at least one of the meals a day, to build and share the sense of community.
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Do I have to sign up for session and workshops?Nope, you are free to choose, but here may be a cacpacity cap on classes so make sure you arrive on time to the ones you want to attend. Classes will start and finish on time.
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What to bring?Please bring: your own yoga mat, yoga towel or strap (optional), comfortable and breathable clothing, a reusable water bottle, clothing for dinner if you prefer a change, a swimsuit and any medication you might rely on. We also suggest you bring your (travel) insurance documents and 24/7 emergency number. We also suggest to bring books to read in your free-time and a notebook to capture your inner progress. If you wish you're more than welcome to bring some instruments, cards or games to socialize with the other people. Please note that we have some amazing vendors, and if you want to make sure they bring what you would like to buy from them, please check out their offerings and reach out to them in advance.
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What if I want to bring my kids or partner?While we welcome everyone, please note that the festival has limited space and is generally not kid-friendly unless your child already practices yoga. In such cases, we may make an exception. Please contact the organisers on info@zanzibaryogafestival.com to check on kids' tickets. With regards to partners, we believe couples who yoga, together stay together ;) However, due to limited rooms and the desire to create a space conducive with personal reflection, relaxation and growth, we ask that everyone staying in the venue hotel, Sunshine Marine, has a ticket - tickets also cover the daily meals. A ticket is also a requirement from the hotel to be eligible to the discounted rate. We suggest your partner either buys a ticket and joins some sessions. Or that you stay with your partner in a sister hotel, which is very close by, and the the same high standard. Please note that all meals included in the ticket are only served at Marine, the venue, and only available for ticket holders. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
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What if I don't know what the sessions are?No worries, we are excited to (hopefully) introduce you to new practices. Every teacher is highly qualified and skilled, and every class caters for every level (unless otherwise noted). That way, we hope to provide something for everyone. You can also read more about each of the styles of yoga and non-yoga classes and the workshops under the ZYF26 menu, so you can decide whether you might be feeling adventurous and try something new. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us, should you still have questions.
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What is the dress code?Zanzibar is a largely muslim and conservative place, so please be considerate when moving around the island. Within the venue, we recommend you wear something you are comfortable in. Other than that, we have no dress code.
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What if I am new to yoga?Please don't worry, we are open to every-body, whatever your age, ability or knowledge about the practice. There might be some advanced classes, but these will be clearly marked as such, to avoid any confusion. If you are unsure, please reach out to us, we can help you decide. We will also provide non-yoga classes to keep it fun.
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How to get to the Yoga Festival Zanzibar?You have a few options in reaching Zanzibar: Either take a bus/drive to Dar Es Salaam and then a ferry to Zanzibar or you can fly to Zanzibar (there are different flight routes and different airlines, kindly check online). Please contact our trusted driver, Muhammed on: +255 778 690 120 / +255 624 508 413 to arrange private transport (TZS 100,000 per way). He has a Noah and can carry up to 7 people, so feel free to car-pool. He might also do a deal for a return booking if you mention you are with the festival ;)
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Is there something else I could do before/after the festival?Yes, there are plenty of things to do! We also organize safari tours in the north of Tanzania, mountain climbing, different tours like exploring waterfalls or coffee tours. Feel free to contact Tizia for further information and we can plan your trip together. If you are staying more days at the hotel, please do consider using the hotel's wonderful Spa and booking activities direstly with them, including diving. Please contact the hotel directly for further details. Please note that if you are staying at Sunshine Marine or Sunshine Bay the days before or after the festival, food will have to be consumed at own costs.
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Where to stay?We recommend you stay in Sunshine Marine Zanzibar (the venue) as we will spend our days there for the festival. The rooms are very private and can be single, double or triple accommodation. It can help you and the group dynamic if we all stay together, so we can can share and talk about your experience, thoughts, guide each other and dine together. Of course Sunshine Marine Zanzibar offers you special rates for your stay during the Yoga Festival. More to follow! Please look under the ZYF26 menu for more information on the hotel.
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24/7 Emergency Number during the festivalThere will be 24/7 hotel staff available, who can help call emergency services where required. Please have your own (and any travel partners') insurance number at hand. The organisers will also be available 24/7, see numbers below: +255 686 490 500 (Tizia) +255 756 331 093 (Sophia)
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