The Serengeti - AndBeyond

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D I S COV ERThe SerengetiA UNESCO World Heritage Site andhome to the famed Great Migration,an annual movement of wildebeestand other herbivores that thunderacross the Greater Serengeti-Maraecosystems, one of the greatestwildlife spectacles on earth.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETIWhy visit theSerengeti?1HOME TO THE GREATWILDEBEEST MIGRATIONOf all the documented animalmigrations, East Africa’s GreatMigration is one of the world’smost famous, sought-after andphotographed wildlife events.It is the astounding, never-endingnatural trek of hungry herbivoresacross the limitless plains of Kenya’sMasai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti.We’re talking more than 1.5 millionwildebeest, 500 000 zebra, 18 000eland and 200 000 Thompson’sgazelle that are constantly onthe move.2World-renowned for its vast open grasslands and exceptional wildlifesightings, Tanzania’s magnificent Serengeti National Park boasts 35species of plains game, as well as prolific birdlife.ENDLESS SAVANNAH PLAINSKnown as Siringit, the Maasai wordfor 'endless plains or the placewhere the land runs forever', thevast ecosystem of the Serengeti isfamous for its untamed landscapesof open grasslands, wooded hills,riverine and acacia forest, mountainsand savannah which allow forexcellent sightings of abundantwildlife.3UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITELarge prides of lion, the teemingmultitudes of its Great Migrationof wildebeest and zebra and theinfinite expanses of open grasslandscombine to form the most powerfuland alluring vision of Africa. The parkis surrounded by history and you canimmerse yourself in culture, meetingthe Maasai people, visiting OlduvaiGorge or in the west Lake Victoria.4RENOWNED BIG FIVEGAME RESERVEThis vast park offers an extraordinarydiversity of eco systems and wildlifesightings, with big herds of buffalo,elephant, lion, leopard and blackrhino throughout the park. Further tothe big five are the unique speciesthat can be seen in certain areas,such as topi and black-and-whitecolobus monkey.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETIWhy travel with&Beyond?123TRAVEL WITH HEARTOur core ethos of "Care of theLand, Wildlife & People" drivesall that we do. When you travelwith us you make a meaningfulcontribution to the preservationof our world's cultures and wildlifeand leave with an opportunityto gain first-hand experience insome of our conservation andcommunity initiatives.IN OUR HANDSWe are on call 24/7 to assist youthroughout your journey. Over2000 &Beyonders, including guidesand ground logistic teams on 3continents, means that you are inour hands from the moment youarrive to the moment you leave.Additionally, we offer a personalconcierge service that is only aphone call away should you requireany assistance at any point duringyour trip.FINEST GUIDESWe operate three ranger trainingschools and are renowned forhaving the most highly trained,professional and knowledgeableguides, rangers, naturalists andtrackers, who offer cultural insightsas well as interpretive wildlifeexperiences.45TRAVEL EXPERTSBig or small we are all abouttailoring trips around your specificinterests and expectations. Ourexpert travel specialists are able topersonalise a range of experiencesfor individual travellers, groups,families, wedding parties, andspecial interest groups.PERFECT MOMENTSWith journeys lovingly crafted ofperfect moments, you will returnfrom an &Beyond adventure feelingthat nothing will take your breathaway quite like this ever again. Ourcollection of signature experiencesare often exclusive to &Beyond,ensuring a unique adventure.Amazing experience in Serengeti.What a safari! We highly recommend it.Best stay ever!&BEYOND GUEST”

&BEYOND EAST AFRICAEthiopiaDISCOVER THE SERENGETISouth SudanSIBILOINP SOUTHKIDEPOVALLEYTravel Tanzaniaand beyondLake TurkanaMARSABITMURCHISONFALLS EFORESTVOLCANOES NPSAMBURUKAKAMEGAFORESTMWANZABurundiNAIROBIMASAI MARA34KIGALIKORAABERDARE NP2 1MUSOMANYUNGWE FORESTMERUMOUNTKENYA NPMIGORITARIMERwandaLoisabaLewaKISUMULake VictoriaVisiting East Africa and travelling across this vastlandscape requires much thought and attention.Contact your preferred travel specialist to assistwith your travel plans.SomaliaKenyaKIBALE NP5SERENGETI NPAMBOSELINOGORONGOROCONSERVATIONAREATSAVO EAST NPTSAVO WEST NPARUSHA KILIMANJARO67MOSHILAKEMANYARA NPMOMBASATARANGIRE NPKIGOMAPEMBATanzaniaDODOMAMAHALEMOUNTAINS NPGETTING TOTHE SERENGETICoastal Aviation, Auric Air andRegional Air Services offer dailydepartures from Arusha and Dares Salaam. These flight networkslink all of the major parks,reserves and andBeyond lodges.Daily non-direct flights connectthe same parks, reserves and&Beyond lodges to Zanzibar.Flight networks connect to theMasai Mara via two points, onevia Kilimanjaro and Wilson Airportin Nairobi, and the other viaTarime and Migori.The Serengeti, Tarangire andLake Manyara are accessible byroad from Arusha.Flights connect to Kigali viaMwanza and to Entebbe viaMusoma.RUNGWA NPDRCRUAHA NPUSUNGUGAME RESERVEARUSHANot advised2hrs 40minZANZIBARDAR ES SALAAMKATAVI NPTRAVEL TIMESINDIANOCEAN8IRINGASELOUSGAME RESERVEMBEYASERENGETI - KOGATENDE(FURTHEST POINT)Zambia4hrs 30min30min6hrs1hr 25min2hrs20min7hrs1hr 25m2hrsNot advised*2hrs20minNot advised2hrs 15min5hrs2hrs 35min5hrs35minNot advised3hrs 15minNot advised5hrs 15minNot advised5hrs 50minNot advised3hrs 50minNot advised*2hrs 30min20min8hrs 20min1hr 35min4hrsNot advised*2hrsNot available3hrs 45minNot advised*Not advised8hrs 25min**Not advised2hrsNot advised4hrs 15minNot advised4hrs 35minNot advised2hrs 35minNot advised2hrs 20minNot advised1hr 45minNot advised1hr 20minNot advised5hrs 30minNot advised5hrs 30minNot advised7hrs 30minNot advised5hrs 30minNot advised5hrs 30minNot advised*Not advised*Not advised*Not advised2hrs 30minNot advised4hrs 35minNot advised4hrs 55minNot advised2hrs 55minNot advised2hrs 20minNot advised50minNot advised5hrsNot advised2hrs 5minNGORONGOROLAKE MANYARAMOCIMBOA DA ueSELOUSGAME RESERVETARANGIRENATIONAL PARK&BEYONDLODGESKENYA1 Bateleur Camp2 Kichwa Tembo Tented CampRUAHANATIONAL PARKMAHALE MOUNTAINS ANDKATAVI NATIONAL PARKSNot advised** Poor connection due to: Layover time / no connection / peak periods only / private charter required. ** Includes flight to Manyara and 2hr road transfer time. Disclaimer: All flights mayinclude multiple stops and scheduling is a guideline – times will vary and scheduling is coordinated mainly by operations teams on the ground. Flight schedules are more limited in off -peakperiods. Above times are based on best-practice logistics and exclude transfers to and from lodges.DAR ES SALAAMAND COASTTANZANIA3 Kleins Camp4 Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp5 Serengeti Under Canvas6 Ngorongoro Crater Lodge7 Lake Manyara Tree Lodge8 Mnemba Island

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETIGreat WildebeestMigration1JANUARY – MARCHONE OF THE 7 NATURALWONDERS OF THE WORLDConsidered the most thrilling spectaclein the animal kingdom, this epic journeymigrates from Tanzania's Serengeti toKenya's Masai Mara.Lake VictoriaKichwa Tembo Tented CampMara RiverTHE WORLD’S LARGEST OVERLANDMAMMAL MIGRATIONThe annual movement of wildebeestand other herbivores across theSerengeti–Mara ecosystem consistsof more than 1.5 million wildebeest,500 000 zebra, 200 000 Thompson’sgazelle and 18 000 eland.Klein’s CampIkorongoGrumetiGru metiRMasai MaraNATIONAL RESERVEGAME RESERVEKenyaSand RiverKlein’s CampGrumetiGAME RESERVEGAME RESERVEGru metiRive rSerengetiLoliondo GameivRiiRNATIONAL PARKive rGrumeti SerengetiTented CampMbalatiev erLakeNatrongeGrumeti SerengetiTented CampMbaltCONTROLLED AREALakeNatronSerengetiNATIONAL PARKerSerengeti Under CanvasTanzaniaLoliondo GameCONTROLLED AREATanzaniaTigerLake NdutuRESERVE”Bateleur CampMara RiverKenyaSand RiverIkorongoIt’s estimated 500 000wildebeest calves areborn annually.Kichwa Tembo Tented CampTalek RiverNATIONAL RESERVETiger3Lake VictoriaMasai MaraGAME RESERVETHE ANIMALS MIGRATEOVER 800KM (500MI.)Due to the sheer size of the herd, theanimals have to move to be able tosurvive. The herds generally follow therain, as where there is rain, there is freshgrass. Once grass is depleted in onearea, they will move on to a grassy area.APRIL – MAYBateleur CampTalek Riverag2The annual movement of wildebeest and other herbivoresacross the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem is rarely the samein terms of precise timing and direction.RESERVELake NdutuNgorongoroSerengeti Under CanvasNgorongoroCONSERVATION AREA&Beyond LodgeGreat Migration(Concentration high to low)CONSERVATION AREANgorongoro Crater LodgeNgorongoro Crater LodgeNational Park/ ReserveGame Reserve /Game Controlled AreaReserve BoundaryLake EyasiThe herds are usually calving on the short grassyplains in the southern Serengeti. This area is made upof nutrient rich soil important for the wildebeest andtheir calves. A diverse eco-system – forested areas,marshes, soda lakes and big open plains.Lake EyasiThe herds are moving, in splinter herds, up throughcentral Serengeti to the Western corridor. A greattime for days out with a picnic lunch to find the herdsand see them moving in long lines. Excellent leopardsightings in Central and lion and elephant in Grumeti.(continues on next page)

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETIGreat WildebeestMigration (cont.)JUNE – JULYLake VictoriaJULY – OCTOBERKichwa Tembo Tented CampBateleur CampLake VictoriaNOVEMBER – DECEMBERKichwa Tembo Tented CampBateleur CampTalek RiverMasai MaraMara RiverIkorongoKenyaSand RiverKlein’s CampIkorongoGrumetiKenyaSand RiverKlein’s CampIkorongoGrumetiGru metiRive rGrumetiLoliondo GameiRCONTROLLED AREAv eriTigerSerengetiNATIONAL PARKTanzaniaTigerLake ONAL PARKLake NdutuNgorongoroCONSERVATION AREANgorongoro Crater LodgeLoliondo GameCONTROLLED AREASerengeti Under CanvasNgorongoroCONSERVATION AREAGreat Migration(Concentration high to low)TigerLake NdutuNgorongoro&Beyond Lodgeive rGrumeti SerengetiTented CampMbalteiiv erLakeNatronagiRiRLoliondo GameCONTROLLED AREATanzaniaRESERVEGru metiRive rGrumeti SerengetiTented CampMbalteeSerengetiNATIONAL PARKKenyaSand RiverKlein’s CampGAME RESERVEagagv erLakeNatronMasai MaraNATIONAL RESERVEGAME RESERVEGAME RESERVESerengeti Under CanvasGrumeti SerengetiTented CampMbaltBateleur CampMara RiverNATIONAL RESERVESerengeti Under CanvasGAME RESERVEGAME RESERVEGru metiRKichwa Tembo Tented CampTalek RiverMasai Marara RiverMaNATIONAL RESERVEGAME RESERVELake VictoriaTalek RiverCONSERVATION AREANgorongoro Crater LodgeNgorongoro Crater LodgeNational Park/ ReserveGame Reserve /Game Controlled AreaReserve BoundaryLake EyasiSplinter herds usually congregate in the westerncorridor and start moving north. The herds movenorthwest, towards &Beyond Grumeti SerengetiTented Camp, where dependent on the rain.The animals can be seen crossing the Grumeti Rivertowards the Northern Serengeti.Lake EyasiThe big herds congregate in Northern Serengeti andthe Masai Mara. Following the rain, the herds crossover to the Masai Mara and then often return to theSerengeti. This continues for a number of months.There are over 10 common river crossing points.Lake EyasiThe migration herds are on the move again, down pastGrumeti or straight down to the Central Serengeti.Often breaking away they move south via the eastern,western and central Serengeti. The herds move at adifferent pace with many going through the Lobo areatowards the southern plains.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETIRegionalinformationGRUMETI SERENGETI TENTED CAMPSERENGETI UNDER CANVASKLEIN'S CAMPApproximate altitudes of area:Ndutu: 1 646m / 5 400ftSeronera: 1 548m / 5 080ftGrumeti: 1 341m / 4 400ftKogatende: 1 680m / 5 511ftAltitude1 341m / 4 400ftMalaria areaThe camp is situated in a malaria area and the necessary precautions should be takenAirstrip / HelipadA number of airlines operate scheduled flights fromArusha to Grumeti airstrip each morning, followed by10 minute drive to camp.Grumeti Airstrip coordinates:02 09.55” S, 034 13.30 EA number of airlines operate scheduled flights fromArusha to Lobo airstrip each morning, followed by aleisurely one and a half to two hour drive to camp,with game viewing en route.Lobo airstrip coordinates: 2.0104 S, 35.1608 EDependent on current camp locationGPS coordinates02 09.479’ E 034 13.151’S 01 50.089’ E 035 14.797’Dependent on current camp locationBest time to travelYear-round with Seasonal Great Migration.Year-round with Seasonal Great Migration.Year-roundCamp closureThe camp is closed in AprilWeatherWarm to hot climate year-round due to the proximity to the equator; cool eveningsRainfallRain generally occurs in April and May and again in NovemberPrimarily from April to May and in November.Camps follow rainfall to optimise migration sightings.Temperature averagesSummer: 32 C / 90 F to 16 C / 61 FWinter: 27 C / 81 F to 14 C / 57 FAnnual temperatures average a minimum of 15 C /59 F and a maximum of 40 C / 104 F2 000m / 6 561ftSummer: 29 C / 84 F to 16 C / 61 FWinter: 27 C / 81 F to 14 C / 57 FWe had dinner outside under the starsboth nights. The service was top notch.There is nothing like the view from thebed over the Serengeti!&BEYOND GUEST”

D I S COV ER THE S ERENGETIAccommodationoverviewOur three camps are situated in far reaching and variedareas of the National Park offering excellent sightings,captivating experiences and diverse ecosystems.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICAIMPACTINITIATIVESDISCOVER THE SERENGETIAccommodation overviewWe collaborate closely withthe Africa Foundation oncommunity developmentprogrammes:Over USD 420 000 investedsince 2006 into education andhealthcare in neighbouringcommunities.Our camps inthe SerengetiThe three camps have been specifically set up and designedto capture the essence of the Serengeti in three extremelydifferent areas of the park, offering not only a variedexperience, but also different accommodation options.Community Leaders EducationFund: 42 tertiary level studentssupported through bursaries.WARM WELCOME AT KLEIN'S CAMPWe are creating conservationawareness through educationwhere over 203 children andadults partake annually&BEYOND SERENGETI UNDER CANVASThe &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas camps attempt toanticipate the movements of the Great Migration, bringingguests as close as possible to the wildebeest action, as well asexploring magnificent resident game. These camps are mobileand move five times a year. When staying here you will connectto the African bush, sitting round the camp fire at night andshowering under the stars.&BEYOND GRUMETI SERENGETI TENTED CAMPConservation lessons: Creatingawareness through educationwhere over 130 children andadults partake annually.79% of our team are employedfrom local communities.79% of goods are procuredlocally in Tanzania.TEA OVERLOOKING THE RIVER AT GRUMETISet in the remote western reaches of the park, on a by-waterof the Grumeti River. In this area, there are few other lodges,and one rarely sees other vehicles. This secluded part of theSerengeti has large resident lion prides and an annual topimigration, making game viewing experiences exceptional withthe feeling of exclusivity in this remote part of the Serengeti.We purify our own still andsparkling water on site, at ourwater purification plant, usingrecycled glass bottles.Through this we have completelyeliminated the use of plasticwater bottles in the lodge.We are a part of the LionscapeCoalition, which supports lionconservation efforts through theLion Recovery Fund.Recycling: All plastic, glass, andmaterials such as old engine oilare sent away for re-use andrecycling.&BEYOND KLEIN’S CAMPDeep in a remote corner of the game-rich Serengeti National Park,a 10 000 hectare (24 700 acre) wildlife concession leased fromMaasai landlords offers guests the ultimate, exclusive, Tanzaniansafari. Night drives and walking safaris in the private concessionallow guests to explore the nocturnal world of predators or toget an intimate glimpse into the details of the African bush.Energy measurement &management: Energy useis tracked and reported on amonthly basis. This includesthe use of wood, petrol, diesel,electricity, gas, paraffin andcharcoal.MAIN GUEST TENT AT SERENGETI UNDER CANVASWe take steps to conserve water,including monitoring usageclosely

D I S COV ER THE S ERENGETI&Beyond SerengetiUnder CanvasFollow the wildlife theatre of Serengeti’s GreatMigration, in unsurpassed under-canvasluxury; dine under an African night sky, andlive the adventure. Leave only footprints.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETI&Beyond Serengeti Under CanvasCamp overviewFACILTIESCAMPMaximum number of guests21 (per camp, including children)Number of rooms9 (per camp)Family accommodation1 family tent is available per campPilot / Guide accomodationAvailableRoom typeTented SuiteDistance between roomsSubject to camp locationCheck-in / Check-out times14h00 / 10h00DININGFood / Dietary optionsKosher not available. Halaal and otherspecial dietary requests available:please book in advancePrivate butler serviceYesPrivate diningYesWith prior notice we are able to provide24-hour electricity for guests with specialmedical requirementsWine store or cellarNoBomaCamp fireInteractive kitchenYesSwimming poolNoWellness offeringNoFitnessNoConference facilitiesNoWheelchair accessPossible with assistance in certain casesComplimentary laundry serviceYes&Beyond Safari ShopNoOTHERPAYMENT TYPES ACCEPTEDCredit cards acceptedMastercard and VisaCurrencyUSD are widely used, however, notes datedprior to 2006 are not accepted15PowerVehicle type4 and 6 seater semi-open safari vehiclePrivate 4x4 safari vehicleDepending on availability and atan additional costPrivate photographic vehicleNo

DISCOVE R T HE SE RE NGE T I&BeyondKlein's CampSecluded classic luxury, within a private concessionbordering the Serengeti, this warm camp is steeped inMaasai heritage, and generously rich in spectacular viewsand captivating year-round safari adventure.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETI&Beyond Klein's CampCamp overviewFACILTIESCAMPMaximum number of guests20Number of rooms10 (including a Family Cottage)Family accommodationThere is one family cottage (Two cottages inclose proximity linked by an enclosed walkway)Pilot / Guide accomodationAvailableRoom typesCottageDistance between rooms10 – 15m / 33 – 50ftCheck in / Check out times14h00 / 10h00Camp GPS CoordinatesS 01 50.089’ E 035 14.797’Camp ClosureOpen year-roundDININGPowerPlease note that &Beyond Klein’s Camp hasan inverter system, so while the generator isswitched off overnight; guests have electricityand power throughout the nightWine store or cellarNoBomaYesInteractive kitchenNoSwimming poolYes, camp swimming poolWellness offeringHealing Earth treatments offered in-room onlyFitnessGym-in-a-Basket available in-roomConference facilitiesNoWeddings & blessingsThese can be organised- please consultyour travel specialistFood / Dietary optionsKosher not available. Halaal and otherspecial dietary requests available:please book in advanceWheelchair accessPossible with assistance in certain casesComplimentary laundry serviceYesPrivate butler serviceYes&Beyond safari shopYesPrivate diningYesOTHERPAYMENT TYPES ACCEPTEDVehicle type6 seater semi-open safari vehicleCredit cards acceptedMastercard and VisaPrivate 4x4 safari vehicleCurrencyUSD are widely used, however, notes datedprior to 2006 are not acceptedDepending on availability and atan additional costPrivate photographic vehicleNo39

D I S COV ER & BEYOND S ERENGE T ICamps overviewThe diversity of each camp makes them unique inlook and experience. The following pages highlightthe amenities and structure of each camp.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETICamps overviewCamp comparisonOVERVIEWSERENGETI UNDER CANVASKLEIN'S CAMPGRUMETI RIVER LODGEType of campMobile tentedPermanent cottagesPermanent tentedCamp experienceMoves around the Serengeti 5 times a year inanticipation of the migrationSituated on a 10 000 hectare private concessionIn the Serengeti National park on the banks of atributary of the Grumeti RiverMaximum number of guests212020Number of rooms9 (per camp)1010Family accommodation1 Family Tent is available per camp1 Family Suite (2 cottages with inter-leadingpassage)1 Family Tent (2 tents in close proximity linked byan inter-leading passage)Room typesTented SuiteCottageTented SuiteDistance between roomsSubject to camp location10m / 33ft20m / 66ftPilot / Guide AccomodationAvailableAvailableAvailableCheck In / Check Out Times14h00 / 10h0014h00 / 10h0014h00 / 10h00Camp GPS CoordinatesDependent on current camp locationS 01 50.089’ E 035 14.797’S 02 09.479’ E 034 z13.151’Camp ClosureOpen year-roundOpen year-roundSeasonal closure in AprilPowerWith prior notice we are able to provide24-hour electricity for guests with specialmedical requirementsPlease note that the camps have an inverter system, so while the generator is switched off overnight;guests have power for fans and lights. With prior notice we are able to provide 24-hour electricity forguests with special medical requirements.Internet accessYes, Wifi throughoutYes, Wifi throughoutYes, Wifi throughoutWine store or cellarNoNoNoBomaCamp fireNoYesInteractive kitchenYes (outdoor kitchen)NoNo, pizza ovenSwimming poolNoYes – camp swimming pool, not heatedYes – lodge swimming pool, not heatedWellness offeringNoOffered in-room onlyOffered in-room onlyFitness optionsNoGym in a basket in each roomGym in a basket in each roomConference facilitiesNoNoNoWeddings & blessingsNoYes – Consult travel specialistYes – Consult travel specialistWheelchair accessPossible with assistance in certain casesPossible with assistance in certain casesPossible with assistance in certain casesComplimentary laundry serviceYes (limited- hand wash only)YesYes&Beyond Signature Safari ShopNoYesYesFACILITIES(continues on next page)

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETICamps overviewAccommodation comparisonSERENGETI UNDER CANVASKLEIN'S CAMPGRUMETI RIVER LODGERoom size (Square meters)354336Private verandahYes (and enclosed sitting area)YesYesPersonal barYesYesYesAir conditioning / heatingNoNoNoOverhead fansNoNoYesMosquito netsNo (sealed tent)YesYesBathNoNoNoShowerOutdoor shower only - his and hers doubleshowersYes (indoor)Yes, outdoor shower onlySeperate W.CYes - without door in tentYesYesTelephoneIntermittent mobile receptionIn-room telephones are available.Intermittent GSM mobile receptionIn-room telephones are available.Intermittent GSM mobile receptionHairdryerAvailable in central guest W.C tentYesYesIn-room safeYesYesYesPlug type220v AC in vehicles; Central recharging station incamp; Plug type G British – BS 1363220V AC (plug points in rooms),Plug type G British – BS 1363220V AC (plug points in rooms),Plug type G British – BS 1363Triple bed optionOne triple per camp (please note that this is notavailable when the family tent is booked)2 (children 16 years and younger)2 (children 16 years and younger)Twin bed optionAll convertible to twin or doubleAll convertible to twin or doubleAll convertible to twin or double

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across the Greater Serengeti-Mara ecosystems, one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth. The SerengetiDISCOVER &BEYOND EAST AFRICA Why visit the Serengeti? DISCOVER THE SERENGETI HOME TO THE GREAT WILDEBEEST MIGRATION Of all the documented animal migrations, East Africa's Great Migration is one of the world's most famous, sought-after and photographed wildlife events. It is the .