The Serengeti

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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 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 SERENGETI&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas ExperiencesExperiences andhighlightsOTHER ACTIVITIESTO ENJOYOLDUVAI GORGE ANDSHIFTING SANDSGo beyond the expected in the Serengeti withadventures of a lifetime at &Beyond SerengetiUnder Canvas.When the camp is in Ndutu,Southern Serengeti, explore thebreathtaking surrounds of thearchaeological site of OlduvaiGorge, the cradle of mankind,best known as home of theearliest remains of Homo sapiens.Move on to crescent-shapedvolcanic ash dunes knows asShifting Sands, which slowly creepacross the desert floor in responseto prevailing winds.LAKE VICTORIA TRIP1SAFARI GAME DRIVEGame drives in the Serengetiare unforgettable due to theabundance of wildlife andthe spectacular landscapes.Travellers can expect toencounter large numbersof animals year round,with big herds of elephant,buffalo and other plainsgame. It is also commonto see predator interaction.Game drives may last froma couple of hours to thewhole day, with a picnicbreakfast and lunch.2THE GREAT MIGRATIONThe famous GreatWildebeest Migration is ayear-round cycle in which1.5 million wildebeest,400 000 zebra, 300 000Grant’s and Thomson’sgazelle, and 12 000eland participate. Theseanimals move from thedryer southern part of theecosystem, the short-grassplains of the south easternSerengeti, and head to themoister northern part, thenorthern Serengetiwoodlands and the MasaiMara plains, and back again.3DINING UNDERTHE OPEN SKYRevel in the wide openlandscapes of Africa as yousavour a meal served outside(unless raining, in whichcase you are in the diningtent). Your butler will alwayspick the perfect place foryou - under a tree, next tothe camp fire at night or theprivacy of dinner for twooutside your tent.4HOT AIR BALLOON SAFARIGlide in a hot air balloonover the migration herdsin the Serengeti on thiscaptivating experience. Floatin whichever direction thewinds of the morning takesyou. Marvel at the views ofthe sweeping plains belowand wildlife dotted acrossthe landscape. End off yourexperience with a deliciousbreakfast spread in the heartof the Serengeti plains.When the camp is in Grumeti, thisfull-day trip to the shores of LakeVictoria promises a combinationof wildlife adventures, sightseeing,fishing thrills and cultural insight.Visit Lukungu Primary School, setoff on a fishing safari excursionin a traditional canoe, see atraditional doctor, or simplyadmire the landscapes.5STARGAZINGExplore the vast nightsky and its stunningconstellations gatheredaround a cosy campfire.Scan the velvet expanseand observe the northernand southern hemispherestars in one place. Marvelat the infinite sky, whichfeatures the Big Dipper inthe northern hemisphereand the Southern Cross andPointers in the southernhemisphere.Activities may incur an additionalcharge, are contingent toavailability, and should be bookedin advance. The price of eachactivity is available on request.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETI&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas ExperiencesSeasonalhighlightsTIMING IS EVERYTHINGJANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEP OCT NOVDECBig 5 game viewingMigration in the short grass plains of theSouthern SerengetiMigration in the central Serengeti PlainsMigration in the Western Corridor / GrumetiRiver crossingTo view migration in the Northern SerengetiMigration makes the southward journeyback to the SerengetiTo view baby animals and interestingpredator-prey interactionHot Air BallooningSEASONAL RATES** The / / references are used to indicate rate variation and are not associated with specific values.Absolutely the most exciting experienceever. Words can’t express themagnificence of the landscape andanimals. A bucket list trip.&BEYOND GUEST”

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETI&Beyond Klein's Camp ExperiencesExperiences andhighlightsOTHER ACTIVITIESTO ENJOYExtraordinary safari experiences on a private concessionbordering the Serengeti which the richly cultural Maasaicall home.AFRICA FOUNDATIONCOMMUNITY VISITThe &Beyond Klein’s Campconcession is leased fromthe Maasai people and localcommunities nearby play anintegral part in the conservationof this natural area. Visit projectsin neighbouring communities,including a clinic and two schools.WELLNESS TREATMENTS&Beyond Klein’s Camp offers theperfect opportunity to simplyunwind and reconnect after a longjourney or safari. Pamper yourselfwith a soul-soothing wellnesstreatment using Healing Earthproducts, made from all-naturalingredients sourced in Africa.1EXCEPTIONAL GAMEDRIVESWe offer twice-daily gamedrives on the concession,with welcome sunriseand sundowner stops.&Beyond’s professionallytrained guides will askyou about your favouritewildlife and will do thevery best to ensure thatyour preferences aremet, whether it’s trackinga particular species orspending more timeenjoying each sighting andgetting to know the habitsof each animal.2BUSH DININGRevel in the wide openlandscapes of Tanzania asyou savour a meal servedjust like African explorersof old would have enjoyed.They say that everythingtastes better in the openair and this is even truerwhen you are enjoyingyour meal surrounded bywildlife. Enjoy a bush diningexperience with open-airbreakfast, lunch or dinnerout on the private &BeyondKlein’s Camp concession.3NIGHT GAME DRIVETake advantage of theopportunity to experienceour 10 000 hectare (24 700acre) wilderness concessionat night. There is anextraordinary feeling aboutbeing out in the remoteand untouched terrainat night. The sounds andwildlife offer a unique viewof the concession, lit by theglowing eyes of nocturnalresidents. Nocturnal animalsincluding aardvark, whitetailed mongoose, serval,caracal, large spotted genetand curious bush babies.4GUIDED BUSH WALKS ONTHE CONCESSIONExamining the oftenoverlooked aspects ofthe natural world andunravelling its intricacies andsimple truths, a nature walkallows you to experienceAfrica on foot, free fromthe constraints of roadsand vehicles. Watch birds,explore a dry river bed, walkin the footsteps of zebra orgiraffe, sit in stillness in theshade of an ancient tree,unravel the stories behindanimal tracks or simplystretch your legs.5VISIT TO AN AUTHENTICMAASAI VILLAGEExperience a day in the lifeof an authentic Maasai ona village drive. Visit a bomanot far from the camp togain an understanding ofthe impact of the westernworld on this traditionalculture.Activities may incur an additionalcharge, are contingent toavailability, and should be bookedin advance. The price of eachactivity is available on request.

&BEYOND EAST AFRICADISCOVER THE SERENGETI&Beyond Klein's Camp ExperiencesSeasonalhighlightsTIMING IS EVERYTHINGJANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEP OCT NOVDECNight drives for nocturnal animalsGuided bush walkMaasai boma visitCommunity development projects visitOutdoor bush diningTo view migration in the Northern SerengetiMore exclusive lion sightingsBig Five game viewing opportunitiesincluding big herds of buffalo, leopardsightings and elephantSEASONAL RATES** The / / references are used to indicate rate variation and are not associated with specific values.** Climate varies regionally and according to altitude. Visit this link for more information - measured in Fahrenheit and inches.Great location, incredibleviews, outrageous serviceand an awesome family!&BEYOND GUEST”

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Serengeti. This continues for a number of months. There are over 10 common river crossing points. The migration herds are on the move again, down past Grumeti or straight down to the Central Serengeti. Often breaking away they move south via the eastern, western and central Serengeti. The herds move at a