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Past & Present
CEO, Tru3 Yoga
ladydork
CMO Netflix
badassboz
CEO, Course from Scratch
danielleleslie
CEO, PMM Agency
kimblackwellpmm
Manifestor & Author
idillionaire
CEO, OnPurpose Movement
jovianzayne
Lawyer & Journalist
yodittewolde
social Activist
rahielt
CEO Harlem Fashion Row
brandicedaniel
CEO She Leads Africa
helloafua
Head of Content, Starfish Media
kimbondy
African Spiritual Teacher
gogodineo
CEO Walker Media
kelawalker
Publicist
koshiemills
Dermatologist
drmichellehenry
Founder, The Great Girlfriends
sybil_amuti
Co-Founder Tru3 Yoga Agency
alechiareese
50+ Influencer
angeliquemiles
Founder Ceri Yase Kasi
sunshineshibs
Financial Planner
i_siphesile
CEO Soul Traveller
sihle_pennyndlela
Co-Founder Walk Good LA
ivycoco23
Artist
solarthelight
Creative & Connector
heartofcool
Owner Jnane Tamsna
meryanneinspired
Content Creator
lipstickncurls
Founder Africa Collective
dianaopoti
Serial Entrepreneur & Investor
terri
CEO Emplify
_ashleymfox
CEO Mayshad Group
mayshadwoman
"I have yet to find the words to best describe my experience here at IMARA retreat, but if I had to choose one, it would be TRANSFORMATIVE "
Angelique Miles
“So many amazing women, connecting and inspiring one another, celebrating excellence and empowerment... this is a movement! We have a purpose and the power to show that together we can create the change we wish to see in the world. Starting with ourselves and each other... this is what IMARA is about, and I am so happy to be a part, and have extended my tribe too!”
Bozoma Saint John
“I found my tribe at the Imara Retreat in Morocco. @the.coloredgirl created a space for beautiful, dope, black women from all over the world to come together to uplift and empower each other.”
Gabby Wilson
“Thanks again for having me at this amazing event. Will cherish it forever. Before going to Imara..I was lost, confused and broken. Had come out of a long term relationship and needed healing. That's exactly what I got and more. I met some really amazing women who have overcome their struggles and had used them as tools to strengthen their God given purposes. I'm forever grateful for the friendships I've created with like minded strong women. I'm now aligned, committed and ready to walk in my purposeful life as a strong black woman. I found my #blackgirlmagic at Imara"
Asanda Maku
“#Imara2019 touched me in ways I never could have imagined. I’m forever grateful and changed by the experience…. When I tell you this #ImaraRetreat is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced before... I wish this moment for every woman.”
Kela Walker
“My mentor told me to connect with @the.coloredgirl and go to the @imara.retreat for #imara2019. I had NO idea what I was getting into - or really where I was even going. It’s really amazing the experiences we can have when we JUST TRUST!! - so I went. Not only was this an experience I should have- it was needed. It was beautiful to be just me- sharing an experience that was #transformative and wonderful. Still on high!! I’ve found my tribe! Looking forward to next years @imara.retreat. This. I promise. Will #elevate you.”
Dr. Angela Kay
“IMARA is unlike anything I've ever experienced. I left with a new tribe, a new outlook, and a new vibration. I'm returning next year... and every year after that!! I'm in awe of Victory & Tori. The programming was spectacular. Every speaker was phenomenal. I took so much away from the workshops! The planners, vendors, and partners were perfectly curated; an unforgettable experience.”
Danielle Leslie
“Inspirational women from across the diaspora? YES!!! Honest sessions focused on health, wellness, professional development, money and motherhood? YES!!! Zebras walking up and down the place? YASSSSSS!!! Thank you so much to the @imara.retreat and @the.coloredgirl for inviting me. It was such a wonderful experience.”
Afua Osei
“The @imara.retreat was so impactful. I met a powerhouse group of women of color that were actresses, models, fashion designers, psychologists, content creators, graphic designers, nurses, doctors, real estate agents, consultants, wealth coaches & CEO’s in fortune 100 & more 😭🙌🏼 I mean, the inspiration & influence I gained in this trip was real and I am beyond grateful to have met each one of them. This retreat gave me the push & motivation to continue my path…The @imara.retreat was such an amazing experience!... a life changing opportunity. This whole experience has been so surreal!!!”
Yari Dee
“I went on the IMARA retreat expecting to celebrate my cousins birthday, get some great pictures, and add to good memories with our moms. Basically have a typical family trip in an amazing place. However what I gained from the trip was no less than spectacular! The first day alone was filled with so much love, positivity, connection and opportunities for growth it was actually bit overwhelming! But overwhelming in the best of ways!
Lauren Marrioneaux
“Imara hit the sweet spot for me. The ultimate value that one walks away with at the end of the retreat is far too great to put a price on. I got the opportunity to meet genuine wholesome women that were so full of love and compassion , a rare find to be in the same room with 100 women that share similar values and beliefs in the cluttered and noisy 21st century. This is the best event you can invest in for yourself… Imara will help you grow and go further into your being spiritually, mentally and emotionally. “
Monalisa Molefe
“Ain’t no magic like #Imara2019… with so much soulful sisterhood goodness. The significance of this experience is hard to put into words because It’s such a surreal experience. I’m indebted to @imara.retreat”
Felicia Davis
Travel
Accommodation
Covid-19
Policy
Packing List
This is an all inclusive retreat but Flights are NOT included.
Yes, please email hello@thecoloredgirl.com if you need assistance booking flights
Please arrive on July 18th between 12-2pm ZNZ time. Departure is between 12-3pm ZNZ time.
Yes, please arrive within the suggested times to be picked up by the IMARA passengers only shuttles
Yellow fever required if traveling from a yellow fever endemic country. For information regarding travel requirements to Zanzibar please visit the Tanzania Embassy site.
Visas are required for U.S. citizens traveling to Tanzania.
Foreign nationals may apply for a visa online in advance of travel. Applicants may complete the e-visa application form and make payment online with a credit card or bank transfer at www.immigration.go.tz. If the e-visa is approved, the applicant will receive a “grant notice” via email. Present a copy of the grant notice to the Immigration Officer on arrival at the airport in Tanzania.
U.S. citizens may also obtain a tourist visa upon arrival at the airport in Tanzania. The cost is $100 USD. Be prepared to pay in cash in case connectivity issues make electronic transactions impossible.
A passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond visa issuance and/or date of entry, and at least one blank visa page, is required. Visitors who enter on visas must present a roundtrip ticket and demonstrate they have sufficient funds for their stay.
We would recommend you exchange your money at your bank or at the airport in your country. The hotel takes credit cards, but we would suggest bringing cash for when we are in the market and on tours/excursions for shopping or pocket change.
IMARA accommodations will be at Essque Zalu Zanzibar Boutique Hotel in Nungwi Zanzibar.
If you have purchased a "spot" we will pair you with another Colored Girl traveling Solo. Your room will have an additional bed to provide personal space.
If you purchased a full room as a single or double occupancy your room will come with 1 full to queen size bed.
Yes, all meals (on and off grounds ) and alcohol (on grounds) is included.
*Day 1 (only dinner is included)
*Day 8 (only breakfast is included)
No, a vaccine is not required but we do highly suggest for those wanting a vaccine to get it before the trip if possible.
For more information regarding covid-19 and vaccines visit the CDC website
All purchases are nonrefundable. Price is Per Person. All meals & drinks are included in pricing. Flights are not included* Travel Insurance is Highly Recommended
However, if you are unable to attend IMARA we can transfer your registration to the following year without penalty.
We reserve the right to cancel or postpone The Colored Girl IMARA Retreat or related
event(s) in our sole discretion. If we cancel or postpone IMARA Retreat or event, we will
use reasonable efforts to reschedule the canceled or postponed IMARA Retreat or event in
a reasonable time from its original start date. Registration fees paid by registrants for a
canceled or postponed IMARA Retreat shall apply to the rescheduled IMARA Retreat on
dollar for dollar basis only. In the event for whatever reason The Colored Girl can not
reschedule IMARA Retreat or event, the registrant will be offered a refund. If this occurs,
our responsibility is limited to a refund of which may include any registration fee(s) already
paid. The Colored Girl is not responsible for airline tickets, hotel costs, other tickets or
payments, or any similar fee penalties or related or unrelated losses, costs and/or expenses
registrant may incur or have incurred as a result of any trip cancellations or changes.
Please allow sixty (60) days for us to process any refunds or credit changes.
IMARA Retreat dates and locations are subject to change without prior notice. The Colored
Girl reserves the right to change any and all speakers and programming for IMARA Retreat
or event without notice.
Weather in July in Zanzibar is high 84° / 71° low.
We would suggest you pack the below:
We will add additional recommendations pre-trip
