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1 The Serengeti Safari Ngorongoro Descend into one of seven natural wonders of Africa; a large volcanic caldera and go in search of the big African bull elephants. Ndutu Mobile Camp Experience Africa like never before. Stay in a beautiful mobile camp and explore Ndutu and its action packed short grass plains. Seronera Drive into central Serengeti, known for its big cat movement, especially Leopards with its fabulous habitat of water, Kopjes and large trees.

Ngorongoro Day 1 Take the Kenyan Airways flight into Kilimanjaro International Airport where your exceptional guide in a Toyota 4x4 Land Cruiser will greet you.

2 Ngorongoro Day 1 Take the Kenyan Airways flight into Kilimanjaro International Airport where your exceptional guide in a Toyota 4x4 Land Cruiser will greet you. Check into Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge, which overlooks the Crater. Spend the evening at the Maasai Village photographing and understanding the beautiful local tribe. Unique Photography Opportunity: The local Maasai tribes make beautiful portraits. Use your visit to their village to capture expressions, color and much more. Photography Tip: A wide angle is a MUST out here. Day 2 Meal Plan: Early brunch at Arusha, Dinner at Ngorongoro Lodge Descend into the Crater and catch the early morning light in a caldera that boasts of over 25,000 large mammals. C

A B Ndutu Day 2 (continued...) After your morning game drive you will depart for our Endless Plains Mobile Camp in Ndutu and take the scenic route to Southern Serengeti and its short grass plains.

3 A B Ndutu Day 2 (continued...) After your morning game drive you will depart for our Endless Plains Mobile Camp in Ndutu and take the scenic route to Southern Serengeti and its short grass plains. Upon arrival in the Ndutu area you will drive straight to camp. Afternoon game drive will be subject to your time of arrival. Unique Photography Opportunity: Photograph a big African bull elephant. Due to the soft grass, the big bull elephants come here to die. If you are lucky, you might be able to locate one. (Your guide will be informed of your preferences prior to the safari.) Photography Tip: A good portrait lens. We suggest an 85mm F1.8 Day 3, 4, 5 and 6 Meal Plan: Breakfast at Ngorongoro Lodge, Packed Lunch, Dinner at Ndutu Camp You will spend the next 4 nights at our beautiful, exclusive and exciting and exclusive Mobile Camp in the heart of the Ndutu Migration. Its location is best suited for wildlife lovers and photographers as we take you off road for a true and wild safari experience. Unique Photography Opportunity: The gathering of wildebeest in the area and its short grass plains might gift you with the opportunity of witnessing a kill, whether it is Lion, Leopard or Cheetah. Photography Tip: Although prime lenses are strongly recommended, a good zoom lens is a must as off roading and vehicle positioning might bring you very close to big game. We recommend a F2.8

Seronera Day 7 and 8 After an early breakfast at your camp Endless Plains Mobile Camp at Ndutu, you will depart for Central Serengeti to the Land of Leopards & Lions.

4 Seronera Day 7 and 8 After an early breakfast at your camp Endless Plains Mobile Camp at Ndutu, you will depart for Central Serengeti to the Land of Leopards & Lions. On route to Seronera Wildlife Lodge you will drive through the park and check in for lunch. After your meal you will head out for your afternoon and evening game drive in search of Leopards and to identify their movement and whereabouts for the next few days. This area is rich with wildlife and supports a prolific big cat density. Spend your last few days in Seronera where your guide will give you the option to focus solely on Leopards or follow large prides of lions and the far drifting cheetah. Unique Photography Opportunity: Leopards, ascending and descending from large Acasia Trees. Photography Tip: A large zoom lens preferably a 600mm. A Tele-converter is also a must as certain trees Leopards love to lounge on are at a fair distance from the road. Meal Plan: All meals will be at Seronera Lodge, Packed Lunch on certain days Day 9 - Departure Early departure at 06h00. Drive back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (Approx 6hrs) to arrive at JRO Airport at 13h00.

Costs Cost of the safari as per the above itinerary is $4485 per person. Accommodation: Double sharing basis. Vehicle: One vehicle sharing 4 persons.

5 Costs Cost of the safari as per the above itinerary is $4485 per person. Accommodation: Double sharing basis. Vehicle: One vehicle sharing 4 persons. Includes: Accommodation, all meals, picnic lunches as stipulated, Ngorongoro Park fees, Serengeti Park fees, Camping fee, Crater Vehicle fee for one entry, Maasai Village, transfers, vehicle and guide fee Excludes: Air fare, beverages, tips, direct expenses of clients, lunch on the first and last day.

About Us If you have the heart for adventure, if you want to feel, absorb and thrill in the sheer ecstasy of being amidst the very last wilderness havens on earth with nothing but fabric to separate

6 About Us If you have the heart for adventure, if you want to feel, absorb and thrill in the sheer ecstasy of being amidst the very last wilderness havens on earth with nothing but fabric to separate you from the African Wilderness, then we are pleased to welcome you to the Bison in Africa; Indian hospitality in a Dark Continent, which will prove to you that Africa, in fact is anything but dark. We at The Bison have over 28 years of camping experience in both the wilds of India as well as in Africa, and have now fine tuned a thrilling safari filled with the softness and romance of the deep African bush. We have decided to remain under canvas, deep in the wilds, for it s there that Africa can be truly felt. Each breath the wilderness takes, sending a tremor down your spine. We have chosen to drift far from these practices and offer a supremely wild experience whilst surprising you with the comforts at camp. Remember what we told you at The Bison back home in India, If you are Game So are we the difference being that this time we will prove the adage again, in the heart of Africa.

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