Chalo Africa...Chalo Africa The Great Wildebeest Migration of the Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem One of the most compelling and best known wildlife migrations in the world is the annual

Chalo Africa

Kenya & Tanzania

tanzania

kenya

Photograph: Sayari Camp, Tanzania

Chalo Africa

The Great Wildebeest Migration of the Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem

One of the most compelling and best known wildlife migrations in the world is the annual movement of millions of hoofed animals across the plains, hills and valleys of East Africa.

Life begins for these animals on the short grass plains of the southern Serengeti, but within a few short months of their birth, food supply begins to dwindle for these herbivore mega-herds and so a caravan of over a million wildebeest, a quarter of a million zebra, thousands of eland and half a million gazelle embark on an epic and dangerous journey in search of rain and food. This cavalcade is shadowed closely by Africa’s ferocious predators every step along the way...

This is the usual annual pattern the herds follow:

January – March: The wildebeest give birth on the short grass plains of south-eastern Serengeti. April – May: They move to the central and south-central areas of the Serengeti. June: They normally split up into two arms - one headed westwards towards the Western Corridor or Grumeti Reserves, whilst the other arm heads due north. July - October: They combine once again in July in northern Serengeti and about half of them cross over to the Masai Mara (the other half stays back in the Serengeti). November - December: They again start to congregate in the Serengeti in November and head back down towards the short grass plains in December.

Please note that these are all just rough estimations. Weather and rainfall patterns strongly affect wildlife movement and there is no guarantee that the animals will adhere to any fixed pattern.

Kenya

Photo: Guests enjoying a bush breakfast at Rekero Camp, Masai Mara Conservation Area.

kenya - the mara exclusive

Masai Mara National Game Reserve & the Naboisho Conservancy, Masai Mara

perfect forDie hard wildlife enthusiasts who want location, location, location.

itinerary edgeThis safari plan focuses squarely on the Great Migration, giving you many adrenalin-filled moments and opportunities for some truly spectacular photography. Properties are exclusive and luxurious, offering fantastic secluded time with the wildlife, off roading, night game drives and more.

kenya - a family safari

Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Laikipea Plateau - Great Rift Valley - Masai Mara National Game Reserve

perfect forFamilies travelling in groups of 6.

itinerary edgeWhilst the focus here is doubtless on the Great Migration, it also shows you the grand diversity of Kenyan parks. Properties selected are reasonably priced for family groups while retaining maximum flexibility - something you will appreciate, especially if travelling with children and seniors.

duration8 days / 7 nights


monthsJuly to October

monthsJune to November

starting fromUSD 3200 per adult


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KYAA2014-001

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KYAA2014-002

kenya - in wild luxury

Nairobi National Park - Amboseli National Park - Mara North Conservancy, Masai Mara

perfect forPeople who want to enjoy wildlife in refined luxury.

itinerary edgeThis safari is for those of you who enjoy the finer things of life - who wish to focus on Kenya’s most iconic wildlife and parks with a gin & tonic in hand! Accommodations here include camps that are known for their fantastic locations, refined luxury and gourmet cuisine. Sit back and enjoy true wilderness.




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KYCP2014-001

Photo: On a bush walk at Lewa Safari Camp.

kenya - the old world safari

Nairobi - Lewa Wildlife Conservancy - Masai Mara National Game Reserve

perfect forSafari enthusiasts who would like to experience a safari in the style of yore while encouraging forward-thing conservation initiatives.

itinerary edgeThis is your chance to experience the Great Migration & the highlands of Kenya through the lens of the 1930s. Elegance and old world charm are combined with remote sightings and an immense diversity of wildlife to transport you to a bygone era.




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KYCP2014-002

kenya - bush & beach safari

Nairobi - Naboisho Conservancy, Masai Mara National Game Reserve - Watamu

perfect forDiscerning travellers who want a high-quality bush-beach combo.

itinerary edgeThis is a wonderful safari for people who would like a little taste of many things. You will have amazing views over the Ngong Hills in Nairobi, memorable wildlife encounters in the Masai Mara, and end with the laid back sophistication of Watamu beach on the Indian ocean.

kenya - adventure camping

Nairobi National Park - Selenkay Conservancy, Amboseli National Park - Ol Kinyei Conservancy, Masai Mara

perfect forThose willing to rough it out in terms of accommodation but not willing to compromise on the quality of their wildlife sightings.

itinerary edgeThis safari plan focuses on real camping, exclusive sightings in wildlife conservancies, great value and no time wasted on the roads of Kenya. The vehicle on offer is a proper 4 x 4 landcruiser that we can kit out for photographers as well.







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KYHC2014-001

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KYGW2014-001

Photo: Catch all the action at Sala’s Camp,located perfectly on the Kenya-Tanzania border.

kenya - safari in style

Laikipia Plateau - Masai Mara - Nairobi

perfect forCouple and families who want to spend some quality time together along with wildlife for company.

itinerary edgeWitness the Great Migration close to the Kenya-Tanzania border from your exclusive location. This safari plan emphasises on superb wildlife sightings and luxury while maintaining its quirky edge.

tanZania - a lodge safari

Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

perfect forThose who are travelling with children or older people and wish to stay in comfortable lodges while having a spectacular wildlife experience.

itinerary edgeThe focus of this itinerary is the Great Migration and superb wildlife sightings. Since the migrating herds continuously move, this safari plan provides for an excellent and knowledgeable guide who will take you to the congregating herds.




monthsJune to October



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KYSC2014-001

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TNAA2014-001

Tanzania

Photo: Zanzibar, the perfect end to any safari. Matemwe Lodge, Zanzibar.

tanZania - migration & ZanZibar combo

Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park - Ngorongoro Crater - Serengeti National Park - Zanzibar

perfect forThose seeking a comfortable foray into Tanzania’s wildlife and coast

itinerary edgeExplore the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara but at the same time, your Serengeti location will be focused exclusively on the migration to improve your chances to witness the famous river crossings. End this safari with a few days of kicking back & relaxing on the magic Spice Island of Zanzibar.

tanZania - women’s only

Arusha - Tarangire - Ngorongoro Crater - Serengeti National Park - Lake Manyara National Park

perfect forLike minded adventure loving women only! Flexible dates available.

itinerary edgeThis safari plan has replaced the ox-wagons and bearers of yore with custom-made 4x4 safari vehicles and professional guides, but you will still have your private mobile camp, personal staff, waiter and support crew, home cooked meals and en-suite bathrooms inside your spacious tent - your own private wilderness experience.



datesNovember 22




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TNAA2014-002

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TNWF2014-003

tanZania - wandering through the wild

Arusha - Tarangire National Park - Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater

perfect forThose who love wildlife, are short on time or on a specific budget.

itinerary edgeThis is a classic road safari,giving you a brief but satisfying glimpse into the wonders of Tanzanian parks and wildlife. High on quality, terrific locations, superb guiding.




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TNMW2014-001

tanZania - mt kilimanjaro climbs

Arusha - Moshi - Kilimanjaro

perfect forAnyone with the desire to reach the roof of Africa. From beginners to advanced climbers.

itinerary edgeRising above the surrounding savannah is Africa’s highest mountain, Mt Kilimanjaro, standing tall at 19340 ft. Experience a variety of terrains - grassland, forest, moorland, alpine desert, arctic snow caps and ice! Private climbs as well as scheduled group climbs across all popular routes are available.


monthsAll year


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TNST2014-001

Photo: The Ngorongoro CraterPhoto: The Ngorongoro Crater

Sangeeta S. Prasad (USA)+1-703-220-6393

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Smita Srivastava (India)+91-9717-275237

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Tanvi Srivastava (India)+91-9910-202748

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www.chaloafrica.com

Cover photograph by Gaurang Purohit.

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Chalo Africa...Chalo Africa The Great Wildebeest Migration of the Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem One of the most compelling and best known wildlife migrations in the world is the annual