The Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti

This is for the group who won't be climbing the mountain, but still want to see the Wildebeest Migration. This group will meetup with those coming off the mountain, and then go on to the Safari. you asked if we could break it up, I asked around, and here's what we have......................... The Great Migration involves millions of animals, mostly wildebeest, as they follow an annual circular route around the Serengeti Ecosystem in search for fresh pastures and water. Unfortunately, gazelles and zebras aren't the wildebeest's only companions. Several gangs of carnivores -mostly lions and hyenas- march along, closely following a convenient-to-catch protein source. Hunting is not strictly necessary: many animals will fall to the fatigue of the trip, making an easy lunch for the meat-eaters. Read more here... COST $1715 for 5 day safari this includes park fees, food and local transportation while in Tanzania. Airfare to Tanzania is NOT included. **Deposit Due August 01 2009** The Deposit is 15% of the cost Safari day #1 - Enjoy a game drive and – if a ranger is available – a short hike in Arusha National park around 7,000 feet elevation. This is a hidden jewel of a park - close to town but uncrowded and beautiful. Mount Meru rises majestically above, and Kilimanjaro looms in the distance. This day is great to help acclimatize for your Kilimanjaro climb. Safari day #2 – Drive to Karatu/Ngorongoro area. Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Safari day #3 – Early morning departure for our game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. The Crater is world-famous and for good reason. An amazing variety of animals make for great game-viewing here year-round. If we're lucky, we'll spot the endangered rhinos that make the Crater their home. After our game drive in the Crater, drive to Serengeti National Park. Safari day #4-5 – Full day Game drive exploring the vast Serengeti National Park. The expansive plains of the Serengeti harbor a great diversity of animals - a feast for the eyes! Predator and prey alike fascinate us with their natural behaviors and interactions.