We don’t have a waitlist – Melanin Globe experiences are on a first come first basis. Travelers might cancel at any point during the waiting period, we recommend reviewing our newsletters, where openings will be listed.

No worries! Once we arrive, the first day is dedicated to our guides picking our group up from the airport and transferring them to the hotel. If you arrive earlier, please note that you are responsible for roundtrip ground transfers to your reserved lodging.

There is no limit as to the amount of Melanin Globe destinations you can book at one time. Please keep in mind that the payment schedule is the same.

Our prices are based on standard single and double room occupancy. Once you've clicked on the destination of choice, you will be able to review the list of items included, and those that are not. If you need any additional information from our team, please feel free to email us at info@melaninglobe.com.

Air & Land option includes your roundtrip airfare and all trip accommodations. Land only option includes all trip accommodations and excludes the roundtrip airfare. with the land only option, you are also responsible for your roundtrip ground transfers to our hotel on arrival and departure dates.

Unless the option is available for your preferred trip, no. If this option is not listed, your third party would need to either book as a single traveler, or a single traveler interested in room matching.

No. You would still need to book the double occupancy option. There are two parties occupying the room, and Melanin Globe is covering tours, transfers, and meals for two parties. Melanin Globe will request a single bed for those who notify our team of their relationship status, otherwise, double beds will be offered.

For all of our upcoming trips, we are working as a team to adapt our operations. All of our trips are different, so specific plans will be circumstantial with consideration of local restrictions. We are working with our travel guides on a case by case basis to develop best practices for every destination. That being said, we have blanket procedures that will be practiced on ALL of our trips. This includes gloves and face masks worn during all food prep and water filtration. Requiring guests to pack face masks and hand sanitizer. Face masks may be required at certain points during your trips. Social distancing on the trail will be encouraged, but enforced when approaching outside groups/individuals. Wearing face masks when transferring in vehicles. We’ll be cognizant in spacing out during meals and in lodging. Your guides will have more specific procedures for your trip. (Assigning bathrooms, reducing touch points, wiping down vehicles, etc.) We are also asking that YOU practice self leadership. If you are at a higher risk, we strongly recommend that you choose to not travel. If you have shown any symptoms of Covid, we ask that you do not travel. Fever (100.4°F/38°C or higher) or chills? Cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition? Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing that you cannot attribute to another health condition? Sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition? Muscle aches that you cannot attribute to another health condition, or that may have been caused by a specific activity (such as physical exercise)? Loss of taste or smell? If you’ve been in contact with someone showing flu-like symptoms in the 14 days leading up to your trip, we ask that you do not travel. Lastly, please only travel if you feel comfortable. During this time, it is a very personal choice. There is no wrong or right answer, only what is best for you.

By taking the 100% credit voucher it will help us employ countless numbers of people both in our offices and destinations, and it will enable us to offer you the best service and trips imaginable when the world opens up again. We understand that some of our tribe members have also lost jobs and income as a result of the pandemic and a credit simply won’t cut it. We are not denying those people refunds, and their wellbeing is extremely important to us. By accepting that 100% travel credit and keeping your trust in Melanin Globe, you’re making a down payment on the kind of world you want to see when the worst of this coronavirus epidemic has passed.

The majority of our customers have been happy to receive a 100% travel credit, but we understand that in some instances this will not suit your personal situation. If this is the case for you, please file an insurance claim with your provider. Allow them to review your case in line with original Booking Conditions at time of your booking.

Yes, they do. In addition to the cancellation options available to you under these booking conditions, we are also offering you the option of accepting an 100% travel credit and a later date for full payment for bookings with tour dates in the future.

Our tribe members come from all over the world, which means each traveler will be facing a different level of travel restrictions, depending on where they live. Due to the ever-changing nature of the variety of travel restrictions, we are waiting until between one and two months before a trip is scheduled to depart to make a decision on whether the trip will be running or not, in an effort to keep the possibility of travelling viable for any travelers who may be in a position to do so. All travelers will be notified of their options at least one month before they are scheduled to depart to allow them time to make any changes to their current arrangements.

We have a small number of trips departing in specific locations where travel restrictions have eased and our COVID-19 Safe Travels protocols can be met. If you have a booking with us, you will be contacted directly by us via email with an update on your trip and what is happening with your booking, regardless of whether your trip is departing or not.

Destinations are either available now or they will be on sale in the coming weeks. Please make sure that you subscribe to our website to receive weekly newsletters.

We will follow policies and advice of the local authorities and your Melanin Globe travel coordinators will assist you as much as possible – including contacting your emergency contacts and assisting with local medical facilities. We strongly recommend checking your travel insurance policy before you travel to determine what level of insurance coverage you may be eligible for in the event that you are quarantined or get sick while traveling. Direct all coverage questions directly to your provider. We recommend a contingency fund for unavoidable situations such as severe weather, natural disasters and civil unrest when you travel. With this in mind, we recommend you carry US $500 for medical expenses in case it is needed. Please note that Melanin Globe is not responsible for additional costs due to quarantines and/or medical sickness.

Our standard cancellation policy applies. If we must cancel your domestic trip due to Covid, you will be issued a full credit. Please note: Travel insurance is required.

Every port of entry will have its own screening requirements in place. If you have traveled through a country affected by Covid-19, you may be denied entry or be required to quarantine for a period of time. Before arriving at your destination, you will need to make sure you meet all entry and exit requirements. Many countries have put in place new entry measures due to the Covid-19 outbreak and these are changing daily. We strongly recommend that you check this information frequently. The link below has information on screening and COVID-19 per country.

This is our "Land Only" option. You would need to book as a land only traveler, and meet us at our destination. Melanin Globe will still provide you with the complete itinerary and flight schedule.

If you arrive later than the first day, it is possible that you might miss the first day with our group. You will not be refunded for that part, however you will still be able to catch up once you arrive.

Please allow 15-21 days prior to the date of departure to receive your electronic ticket from our team.

Melanin Globe group travel rule: One carry-on OR checked-luggage and a personal item. This means we are asking that you pack wisely. Please keep in mind that this is group travel. Outside of the space available on the plane, we need to be sure that we can accommodate our entire group's luggage on our transportation.

If you do not purchase travel protection, Melanin Globe is not responsible for airline schedule changes, flight cancellations, or airline delays due to weather, mechanical requirements, or any other reasons. Melanin Globe is not responsible for costs associated with rebooking a new flight to meet the group at our final destination.

Currently, we are transitioning to using WeTravel for accepting payments and payment plans. For upcoming trips, you can easily make payments through WeTravel. However, for previous trips, we are still using Wix Invoices. Wix Invoices After paying the first invoice manually through email. The remainder payments are automatically taking from Traveler's card you used. If you would like to pay in full, you will have the option to do so. There is no credit or discount for paying your trip in full. The payments will be charged on the fifteenth day of each month through the end of the agreed payment schedule or until permission has been removed by Traveler. No late payment extensions, no exceptions. WeTravel After paying your deposit, you will be automatically charged on the 15th of each month for the duration of the agreed payment schedule or until permission has been removed by the Traveler. You can log back into your account using the email you used to change the payment method at any time, providing a convenient way to manage your payments and account details. This process ensures that your travel plans with Melanin Globe are seamlessly organized and your payments are handled efficiently, allowing you to focus on enjoying your trip. Rest assured, regardless of the payment method, we are committed to providing you with a seamless and secure payment experience for all your travel plans with Melanin Globe. If you have any further questions or concerns about making payments, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team who will be happy to assist you.

Our selected lodging is normally designed for two parties in a room, which breaks the cost. Melanin Globe tour prices are also calculated based on two parties, which is the optimum price. Solo travelers are required to select single occupancy upon reservation.

Melanin Globe will send a request to you via email to provide us with your full name that matches your passport to avoid issues at check-in, prior to departure. Please be sure that before you submit your name and other required information, that you double check it before you click "submit". If you need to make any changes, please notify our team 100 days before your scheduled departure. Failure to do so will result in an additional service fee of $150.

Melanin Globe does not issue refunds for any reason. All payments made to Melanin Globe are non-refundable and non-transferable. Our has contractual agreements with suppliers worldwide will not allow us to obtain any refunds, therefore, we cannot issue to the traveler. All travelers sign a travel disclosure agreeing to our terms, and also agreeing to purchase Cancel for Any Reason travel insurance to protect their investment.

Yes! Please keep in mind that room matching is not always guaranteed. We try our best to match solo travelers who are willing to share their hotel room and dismiss the extra fee. At any point, if your roommate decides to cancel their booking, the single supplement fee will be applied.

If Melanin Globe is notified that an optional tour needs to be cancelled, we will issue a refund back to your credit/debit card used to pay the invoice. If a tour is not interrupted, but you decide that you would like to do something differently instead, these funds will not be refunded.

Prepare to bring your walking shoes and snacks for the bus! We pride ourselves on giving you a real experience around the country or city that you will be visiting. Most of our tours are usually half-day tours, while others can last a full day. Our team will always share this information with you ahead of time so that you know how to dress for the day.

Yes. There will always be a set time for group tours, so please make sure that you are on time. We will always share with you the departure time for the following day the night before departure so that you know exactly how to prepare. Once we share the times for breakfast and the morning departure time, we expect for you to hold yourself accountable to follow that schedule. If you are not outside and ready to depart on time, you will be responsible for finding transportation to meet the group. You will not be refunded for your transportation fee, so we highly recommend you making sure that you're on time.

Once your deposit is made with Melanin Globe, you will receive an email from DocuSign to sign the disclosure. Alternatively, you may be prompted on the WeTravel platform to sign the disclosure. If you booked for more than one person, each individual will have to fill out the form on the Travel Disclosure page in order to receive their Travel Disclosure form to fill out from DocuSign. This ensures that all travelers have the necessary information and documentation for their trip with Melanin Globe.

The Company requires all Travelers to purchase “Cancel for any Reason” travel protection (“protection”). Cancel for any Reason travel protection must be purchased within 14 days of reserving your trip. Traveler must provide proof of Cancel for any Reason travel protection via email at info@melaninglobe.com. It is Traveler’s responsibility to thoroughly review the terms and conditions of the Cancel for any Reason travel protection Traveler purchases. Company is not responsible for Traveler’s selection of Cancel for any Reason travel protection. In the event that Traveler seeks to state a claim pursuant to Traveler’s Cancel for any Reason travel protection policy, Traveler will file a claim with the Company that issued the policy. Traveler must indicate any intent to cancel via the Traveler’s Secured Client Portal accessible via Company’s website.

No, Melanin Globe does not offer travel protection.

No. Your U.S. Visa is not included in any of our tour packages, however, our team will provide you with step-by-step directions. We can also provide you the necessary documents and information so that you can get your Visa on your own.

Yes. You may be able to reserve your slot without your passport. You must have a valid passport number in hand before you arrive at the airport. We will verify this information 60-90 days prior to departure, so we ask that you begin working on your passport application shortly after you reserve your slot. As you are planning for your next trip, remember to keep in mind how long it takes to get a passport once you've applied.