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A UNESCO and home to the famed Great Migration, an annual movement of and other herbivores that thunder across the Greater Serengeti-Mara ecosystems, one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth. &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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Why visit the World-renowned for its vast open grasslands and exceptional wildlife sightings, ’s magnificent boasts 35 Serengeti? species of plains game, as well as prolific birdlife.

1 4 HOME TO THE GREAT RENOWNED BIG FIVE WILDEBEEST MIGRATION Of all the documented animal This vast park offers an extraordinary migrations, East Africa’s Great 2 diversity of eco systems and wildlife ENDLESS SAVANNAH PLAINS Migration is one of the world’s sightings, with big herds of buffalo, Known as Siringit, the Maasai word 3 most famous, sought-after and elephant, , and black for 'endless plains or the place UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE photographed wildlife events. rhino throughout the park. Further to where the land runs forever', the Large prides of lion, the teeming It is the astounding, never-ending the big five are the unique species vast ecosystem of the Serengeti is multitudes of its Great Migration natural trek of hungry herbivores that can be seen in certain areas, famous for its untamed landscapes of wildebeest and and the across the limitless plains of ’s such as topi and black-and-white of open grasslands, wooded hills, infinite expanses of open grasslands Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti. colobus monkey. riverine and acacia forest, mountains combine to form the most powerful We’re talking more than 1.5 million and savannah which allow for and alluring vision of Africa. The park wildebeest, 500 000 zebra, 18 000 excellent sightings of abundant is surrounded by history and you can eland and 200 000 Thompson’s wildlife. immerse yourself in culture, meeting that are constantly on the , visiting Olduvai the move. Gorge or in the west .

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Why travel with &Beyond?

TRAVEL WITH HEART Our core ethos of "Care of the Land, Wildlife & People" drives all that we do. When you travel 1 with us you make a meaningful contribution to the preservation of our world's cultures and wildlife and leave with an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in some of our conservation and TRAVEL EXPERTS community initiatives. Big or small we are all about tailoring trips around your specific interests and expectations. Our 4 expert travel specialists are able to IN OUR HANDS personalise a range of experiences We are on call 24/7 to assist you for individual travellers, groups, throughout your journey. Over families, wedding parties, and 2 2000 &Beyonders, including guides special interest groups. and ground logistic teams on 3 continents, means that you are in our hands from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. PERFECT MOMENTS With journeys lovingly crafted of Additionally, we offer a personal perfect moments, you will return concierge service that is only a from an &Beyond adventure feeling phone call away should you require 5 that nothing will take your breath any assistance at any point during away quite like this ever again. Our your trip. collection of signature experiences are often exclusive to &Beyond, ensuring a unique adventure. FINEST GUIDES We operate three ranger training schools and are renowned for 3 having the most highly trained, professional and knowledgeable guides, rangers, naturalists and Amazing experience in Serengeti. trackers, who offer cultural insights as well as interpretive wildlife What a safari! We highly recommend it. experiences. Best stay ever! &BEYOND GUEST ” &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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KIBALE NP SAMBURU JINJA KAMPALA KAKAMEGA Loisaba FOREST Lewa ENTEBBE MERU and beyond KISUMU MOUNT KENYA NP KORA Lake Victoria MIGORI BWINDI ABERDARE NP IMPENETRABLE 1 FOREST TARIME 2 NAIROBI Visiting East Africa and travelling across this vast MASAI MARA RwandaVOLCANOES NP 3 landscape requires much thought and attention. KIGALI 4 5 AMBOSELI NYUNGWE FOREST MWANZA NOGORONGORO TSAVO EAST NP Contact your preferred travel specialist to assist SERENGETI NP CONSERVATION TSAVO WEST NP AREA Burundi KILIMANJARO with your travel plans. 6 LAKE MOSHI 7 MANYARA NP MOMBASA TARANGIRE NP

KIGOMA PEMBA Tanzania INDIAN 8 OCEAN MAHALE DODOMA ZANZIBAR MOUNTAINS NP DAR ES SALAAM KATAVI NP GETTING TO RUNGWA NP THE SERENGETI RUAHA NP TRAVEL TIMES DRC Coastal Aviation, and USUNGU IRINGA ARUSHA GAME RESERVE Regional Air Services offer daily departures from Arusha and Dar Not advised SERENGETI - KOGATENDE MBEYA es Salaam. These flight networks 2hrs 40min link all of the major parks, (FURTHEST POINT) reserves and andBeyond lodges. 4hrs 30min 6hrs NGORONGORO 30min 1hr 25min Zambia

2hrs 7hrs 2hrs Daily non-direct flights connect QUIRIMBAS 20min the same parks, reserves and 1hr 25m Not advised* MOCIMBOA DA PRAIA ARCHIPELEGO &Beyond lodges to Zanzibar. Malawi 2hrs Not advised 5hrs 5hrs KILIMANJARO 20min 2hrs 15min 2hrs 35min 35min Flight networks connect to the Mozambique Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised* SELOUS Masai Mara via two points, one 3hrs 15min 5hrs 15min 5hrs 50min 3hrs 50min &BEYOND via Kilimanjaro and Wilson Airport GAME RESERVE

in Nairobi, and the other via 2hrs 30min 8hrs 20min 4hrs 2hrs 3hrs 45min Not advised LODGES TARANGIRE Tarime and Migori. 20min 1hr 35min Not advised* Not available Not advised* 8hrs 25min** NATIONAL PARK KENYA Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised RUAHA 1 Bateleur Camp NATIONAL PARK The Serengeti, Tarangire and 2hrs 4hrs 15min 4hrs 35min 2hrs 35min 2hrs 20min 1hr 45min 1hr 20min 2 Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Lake Manyara are accessible by Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised MAHALE MOUNTAINS AND road from Arusha. Not advised* Not advised* Not advised* 5hrs 30min 5hrs 30min 7hrs 30min 5hrs 30min 5hrs 30min KATAVI NATIONAL PARKS TANZANIA 3 Kleins Camp Flights connect to Kigali via Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised Not advised DAR ES SALAAM 4 Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp 2hrs 30min 4hrs 35min 4hrs 55min 2hrs 55min 2hrs 20min 50min 5hrs 2hrs 5min Not advised* AND COAST Mwanza and to Entebbe via 5 Serengeti Under Canvas Musoma. 6 Ngorongoro Crater Lodge * 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 may include 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 -peak 7 Lake Manyara Tree Lodge periods. Above times are based on best-practice logistics and exclude transfers to and from lodges. 8 Mnemba Island &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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Great Wildebeest The annual movement of wildebeest and other herbivores across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem is rarely the same Migration in terms of precise timing and direction.

ONE OF THE 7 NATURAL JANUARY – MARCH APRIL – MAY Considered the most thrilling spectacle Lake Victoria Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Bateleur Camp Lake Victoria Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Bateleur Camp in the animal kingdom, this epic journey Talek River Talek River migrates from Tanzania's Serengeti to Masai Mara Masai Mara 1 Mar Mar Kenya's Masai Mara. a River NATIONAL RESERVE a River NATIONAL RESERVE

Sand River Kenya Sand River Kenya Ikorongo Klein’s Camp Ikorongo Klein’s Camp GAME RESERVE GAME RESERVE

THE WORLD’S LARGEST OVERLAND Grumeti GAME RESERVE MAMMAL MIGRATION G G ru ru met met i R i R The annual movement of wildebeest iver iver Grumeti Serengeti Lake Grumeti Serengeti Lake and other herbivores across the Tented Camp Natron Tented Camp Natron M Mb ba ala lag Serengeti–Mara ecosystem consists e 2 g t e Serengeti i Serengeti ti Loliondo Game R Loliondo Game R i of more than 1.5 million wildebeest, i NATIONAL PARK v NATIONAL PARK ver CONTROLLED AREA e r CONTROLLED AREA 500 000 zebra, 200 000 Thompson’s Serengeti Under Canvas gazelle and 18 000 eland. Tanzania Tanzania

Tiger Tiger RESERVE Lake Ndutu RESERVE Lake Ndutu

Ngorongoro Ngorongoro Serengeti Under Canvas THE ANIMALS MIGRATE CONSERVATION AREA CONSERVATION AREA OVER 800KM (500MI.) &Beyond Lodge Great Migration Due to the sheer size of the herd, the (Concentration high to low) Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Ngorongoro Crater Lodge animals have to move to be able to National Park/ Reserve survive. The herds generally follow the Game Reserve / Game Controlled Area 3 rain, as where there is rain, there is fresh Reserve Boundary grass. Once grass is depleted in one Lake Eyasi area, they will move on to a grassy area.

The herds are usually calving on the short grassy The herds are moving, in splinter herds, up through plains in the southern Serengeti. This area is made up central Serengeti to the Western corridor. A great of nutrient rich soil important for the wildebeest and time for days out with a picnic lunch to find the herds their calves. A diverse eco-system – forested areas, and see them moving in long lines. Excellent leopard It’s estimated 500 000 marshes, soda lakes and big open plains. sightings in Central and lion and elephant in Grumeti. wildebeest calves are born annually. ” (continues on next page) &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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Great Wildebeest Migration (cont.)

JUNE – JULY JULY – OCTOBER NOVEMBER – DECEMBER

Lake Victoria Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Bateleur Camp Lake Victoria Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Bateleur Camp Lake Victoria Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Bateleur Camp

Talek River Talek River Talek River

Masai Mara Masai Mara Mar ara R Masai Mara Mar a River NATIONAL RESERVE M iver a River NATIONAL RESERVE Serengeti Under Canvas NATIONAL RESERVE

Sand River Kenya Sand River Kenya Sand River Kenya Ikorongo Klein’s Camp Ikorongo Klein’s Camp Ikorongo Klein’s Camp GAME RESERVE GAME RESERVE GAME RESERVE

Grumeti Grumeti Grumeti GAME RESERVE GAME RESERVE GAME RESERVE G G G ru Serengeti Under Canvas ru ru met met met i R i R i R iver iver iver Grumeti Serengeti Lake Grumeti Serengeti Lake Grumeti Serengeti Lake Tented Camp Natron Tented Camp Natron Tented Camp Natron Mb Mb Mb ala ala ala g g g e Serengeti e Serengeti e Serengeti ti Loliondo Game ti Loliondo Game ti Loliondo Game R R R i NATIONAL PARK i NATIONAL PARK i NATIONAL PARK ver CONTROLLED AREA ver CONTROLLED AREA ver CONTROLLED AREA

Tanzania Tanzania Tanzania Serengeti Under Canvas

Tiger Tiger Tiger RESERVE Lake Ndutu RESERVE Lake Ndutu RESERVE Lake Ndutu

Ngorongoro Ngorongoro Ngorongoro CONSERVATION AREA CONSERVATION AREA CONSERVATION AREA &Beyond Lodge Great Migration (Concentration high to low) Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Ngorongoro Crater Lodge National Park/ Reserve Game Reserve / Game Controlled Area Reserve Boundary

Lake Eyasi Lake Eyasi Lake Eyasi

Splinter herds usually congregate in the western The big herds congregate in Northern Serengeti and The migration herds are on the move again, down past corridor and start moving north. The herds move the Masai Mara. Following the rain, the herds cross Grumeti or straight down to the Central Serengeti. northwest, towards &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti over to the Masai Mara and then often return to the Often breaking away they move south via the eastern, Tented Camp, where dependent on the rain. Serengeti. This continues for a number of months. western and central Serengeti. The herds move at a The animals can be seen crossing the Grumeti River There are over 10 common river crossing points. different pace with many going through the Lobo area towards the Northern Serengeti. towards the southern plains. &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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Regional information

GRUMETI SERENGETI TENTED CAMP KLEIN'S CAMP SERENGETI UNDER CANVAS Approximate altitudes of area: Ndutu: 1 646m / 5 400ft Altitude 1 341m / 4 400ft 2 000m / 6 561ft Seronera: 1 548m / 5 080ft Grumeti: 1 341m / 4 400ft Kogatende: 1 680m / 5 511ft Malaria area The camp is situated in a malaria area and the necessary precautions should be taken

A number of airlines operate scheduled flights from A number of airlines operate scheduled flights from Arusha to Grumeti airstrip each morning, followed by Arusha to Lobo airstrip each morning, followed by a Airstrip / Helipad 10 minute drive to camp. leisurely one and a half to two hour drive to camp, Dependent on current camp location Grumeti Airstrip coordinates: with game viewing en route. 02°09.55” S, 034°13.30 E Lobo airstrip coordinates: 2.0104° S, 35.1608° E

GPS coordinates 02°09.479’ E 034°13.151’ S 01°50.089’ E 035°14.797’ Dependent on current camp location Best time to travel Year-round with Seasonal Great Migration. Year-round with Seasonal Great Migration. Year-round Camp closure The camp is closed in April Weather Warm to hot climate year-round due to the proximity to the equator; cool evenings Primarily from April to May and in November. Rainfall Rain generally occurs in April and May and again in November Camps follow rainfall to optimise migration sightings. Temperature averages Summer: 32°C / 90°F to 16°C / 61°F Summer: 29°C / 84°F to 16°C / 61°F Annual temperatures average a minimum of 15°C / Winter: 27°C / 81°F to 14°C / 57°F Winter: 27°C / 81°F to 14°C / 57°F 59°F and a maximum of 40°C / 104°F

We had dinner outside under the stars both nights. The service was top notch. There is nothing like the view from the bed over the Serengeti! &BEYOND GUEST ” DISCOVER THE SERENGETI Accommodation overview Our three camps are situated in far reaching and varied areas of the National Park offering excellent sightings, captivating experiences and diverse ecosystems. &BEYOND EAST AFRICA IMPACT DISCOVER THE SERENGETI INITIATIVES Accommodation overview We collaborate closely with the Africa Foundation on community development programmes: Over USD 420 000 invested since 2006 into education and healthcare in neighbouring Our camps in communities. Community Leaders Education Fund: 42 tertiary level students the Serengeti supported through bursaries.

Conservation lessons: Creating WARM WELCOME AT KLEIN'S CAMP awareness through education he three camps have been specifically set up and designed where over 130 children and to capture the essence of the Serengeti in three extremely adults partake annually. different areas of the park, offering not only a varied T We are creating conservation experience, but also different accommodation options. awareness through education where over 203 children and &BEYOND SERENGETI UNDER CANVAS adults partake annually The &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas camps attempt to 79% of our team are employed anticipate the movements of the Great Migration, bringing from local communities. guests as close as possible to the wildebeest action, as well as exploring magnificent resident game. These camps are mobile 79% of goods are procured and move five times a year. When staying here you will connect locally in Tanzania. to the African bush, sitting round the camp fire at night and We purify our own still and showering under the stars. sparkling water on site, at our water purification plant, using TEA OVERLOOKING THE RIVER AT GRUMETI recycled glass bottles. &BEYOND GRUMETI SERENGETI TENTED CAMP Through this we have completely Set in the remote western reaches of the park, on a by-water eliminated the use of plastic water bottles in the lodge. of the Grumeti River. In this area, there are few other lodges, and one rarely sees other vehicles. This secluded part of the We are a part of the Lionscape Serengeti has large resident lion prides and an annual topi Coalition, which supports lion migration, making game viewing experiences exceptional with conservation efforts through the Lion Recovery Fund. the feeling of exclusivity in this remote part of the Serengeti. Recycling: All plastic, glass, and &BEYOND KLEIN’S CAMP materials such as old engine oil are sent away for re-use and Deep in a remote corner of the game-rich Serengeti National Park, recycling. a 10 000 hectare (24 700 acre) wildlife concession leased from Maasai landlords offers guests the ultimate, exclusive, Tanzanian Energy measurement & safari. Night drives and walking safaris in the private concession management: Energy use is tracked and reported on a allow guests to explore the nocturnal world of predators or to monthly basis. This includes get an intimate glimpse into the details of the African bush. the use of wood, petrol, diesel, electricity, gas, paraffin and charcoal.

We take steps to conserve water, including monitoring usage MAIN GUEST TENT AT SERENGETI UNDER CANVAS closely DISCOVER THE SERENGETI &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas Follow the wildlife theatre of Serengeti’s Great Migration, in unsurpassed under-canvas luxury; dine under an African night sky, and live the adventure. Leave only footprints. &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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Camp overview

CAMP FACILTIES Maximum number of guests 21 (per camp, including children) Power With prior notice we are able to provide 24-hour electricity for guests with special Number of rooms 9 (per camp) medical requirements Family accommodation 1 family tent is available per camp Wine store or cellar No Pilot / Guide accomodation Available Boma Camp fire Room type Tented Suite Interactive kitchen Yes Distance between rooms Subject to camp location Swimming pool No Check-in / Check-out times 14h00 / 10h00 Wellness offering No DINING Fitness No Conference facilities No Food / Dietary options Kosher not available. Halaal and other special dietary requests available: Wheelchair access Possible with assistance in certain cases please book in advance Complimentary laundry service Yes Private butler service Yes &Beyond Safari Shop No Private dining Yes OTHER PAYMENT TYPES ACCEPTED Vehicle type 4 and 6 seater semi-open safari vehicle Credit cards accepted Mastercard and Visa Private 4x4 safari vehicle Depending on availability and at Currency USD are widely used, however, notes dated an additional cost prior to 2006 are not accepted Private photographic vehicle No

15 DISCOVER THE SERENGETI &Beyond Klein's Camp Secluded classic luxury, within a private concession bordering the Serengeti, this warm camp is steeped in Maasai heritage, and generously rich in spectacular views and captivating year-round safari adventure. &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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Camp overview

CAMP FACILTIES Maximum number of guests 20 Power Please note that &Beyond Klein’s Camp has an inverter system, so while the generator is Number of rooms 10 (including a Family Cottage) switched off overnight; guests have electricity Family accommodation There is one family cottage (Two cottages in and power throughout the night close proximity linked by an enclosed walkway) Wine store or cellar No Pilot / Guide accomodation Available Boma Yes Room types Cottage Interactive kitchen No Distance between rooms 10 – 15m / 33 – 50ft Swimming pool Yes, camp swimming pool Check in / Check out times 14h00 / 10h00 Wellness offering Healing Earth treatments offered in-room only Camp GPS Coordinates S 01°50.089’ E 035°14.797’ Fitness Gym-in-a-Basket available in-room Camp Closure Open year-round Conference facilities No DINING Weddings & blessings These can be organised- please consult your travel specialist Food / Dietary options Kosher not available. Halaal and other special dietary requests available: Wheelchair access Possible with assistance in certain cases please book in advance Complimentary laundry service Yes Private butler service Yes &Beyond safari shop Yes Private dining Yes OTHER PAYMENT TYPES ACCEPTED Vehicle type 6 seater semi-open safari vehicle Credit cards accepted Mastercard and Visa Private 4x4 safari vehicle Depending on availability and at Currency USD are widely used, however, notes dated an additional cost prior to 2006 are not accepted Private photographic vehicle No

39 DISCOVER &BEYOND SERENGETI Camps overview The diversity of each camp makes them unique in look and experience. The following pages highlight the amenities and structure of each camp. &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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OVERVIEW SERENGETI UNDER CANVAS KLEIN'S CAMP GRUMETI RIVER LODGE Type of camp Mobile tented Permanent cottages Permanent tented

Moves around the Serengeti 5 times a year in In the Serengeti National park on the banks of a Camp experience Situated on a 10 000 hectare private concession anticipation of the migration tributary of the Grumeti River

Maximum number of guests 21 20 20 Number of rooms 9 (per camp) 10 10 1 Family Suite (2 cottages with inter-leading 1 Family Tent (2 tents in close proximity linked by Family accommodation 1 Family Tent is available per camp passage) an inter-leading passage) Room types Tented Suite Cottage Tented Suite Distance between rooms Subject to camp location 10m / 33ft 20m / 66ft Pilot / Guide Accomodation Available Available Available Check In / Check Out Times 14h00 / 10h00 14h00 / 10h00 14h00 / 10h00 Camp GPS Coordinates Dependent on current camp location S 01°50.089’ E 035°14.797’ S 02°09.479’ E 034°z13.151’ Camp Closure Open year-round Open year-round Seasonal closure in April

FACILITIES With prior notice we are able to provide Please note that the camps have an inverter system, so while the generator is switched off overnight; Power 24-hour electricity for guests with special guests have power for fans and lights. With prior notice we are able to provide 24-hour electricity for medical requirements guests with special medical requirements.

Internet access Yes, Wifi throughout Yes, Wifi throughout Yes, Wifi throughout Wine store or cellar No No No Boma Camp fire No Yes Interactive kitchen Yes (outdoor kitchen) No No, pizza oven Swimming pool No Yes – camp swimming pool, not heated Yes – lodge swimming pool, not heated Wellness offering No Offered in-room only Offered in-room only Fitness options No Gym in a basket in each room Gym in a basket in each room Conference facilities No No No Weddings & blessings No Yes – Consult travel specialist Yes – Consult travel specialist Wheelchair access Possible with assistance in certain cases Possible with assistance in certain cases Possible with assistance in certain cases Complimentary laundry service Yes (limited- hand wash only) Yes Yes &Beyond Signature Safari Shop No Yes Yes (continues on next page) &BEYOND EAST AFRICA

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Accommodation comparison

SERENGETI UNDER CANVAS KLEIN'S CAMP GRUMETI RIVER LODGE

Room size (Square meters) 35 43 36 Private verandah Yes (and enclosed sitting area) Yes Yes Personal bar Yes Yes Yes Air conditioning / heating No No No Overhead fans No No Yes Mosquito nets No (sealed tent) Yes Yes Bath No No No Outdoor shower only - his and hers double Shower Yes (indoor) Yes, outdoor shower only showers Seperate W.C Yes - without door in tent Yes Yes Telephone Intermittent mobile reception In-room telephones are available. In-room telephones are available. Intermittent GSM mobile reception Intermittent GSM mobile reception Hairdryer Available in central guest W.C tent Yes Yes In-room safe Yes Yes Yes Plug type 220v AC in vehicles; Central recharging station in 220V AC (plug points in rooms), 220V AC (plug points in rooms), camp; Plug type G British – BS 1363 Plug type G British – BS 1363 Plug type G British – BS 1363 Triple bed option One triple per camp (please note that this is not 2 (children 16 years and younger) 2 (children 16 years and younger) available when the family tent is booked) Twin bed option All convertible to twin or double All convertible to twin or double All convertible to twin or double GENERAL ENQUIRIES +27 11 809 4300 [email protected]

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