California
From A to Zebra: A Sonoma Serengeti Safari With Your Grandchild
Program No. 15605RJ
Spot African animals like giraffes and zebras from an authentic safari jeep and camp in tents on a wildlife preserve in the “Sonoma Serengeti” with your grandchild.
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4 days
3 nights
8 meals
3B 2L 3D
1
Check-In, Registration, Orientation, Campfire
Santa Rosa, California
2
Jeep Drive, Conservation Project, Bird Presentation, Dancing
Santa Rosa, California
3
Animal & Bug Presentations, Bushwalk, Animal Projects
Santa Rosa, California
4
Wrap-up, Program Concludes
Santa Rosa, California
At a Glance
Go “wild” on an adventure with your grandchild at the Safari West Wildlife Preserve. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported to the Serengeti of East Africa as you jump into a real safari jeep to search for spotted cheetahs sunbathing on a hill and neon pink flamingos wading through shallow pools of water. Trek through the inner grounds to look for giraffes towering over the grasslands and grazing gazelles. Become an expert on an animal as you put together a research project to present to your new friends. Experience the sights and sounds of the Serengeti as you learn with your grandchild about some of nature’s most majestic animals!
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking up to one mile, some uneven gravel terrain with slight incline to and from tent cabins and meal areas. Flashlights provided at night. Must be able to climb a few steps into a safari jeep and tent cabins.
Best of all, you’ll…
- Enjoy a truly immersive experience by staying overnight in tents imported from Africa with views of grazing giraffes!
- Get up close with a private presentation of mammals and other fun reptiles of all shapes and sizes.
- Move to the rhythm and beat of African music during a private dance lesson.
Suggested Reading List
(9 books)
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From A to Zebra: A Sonoma Serengeti Safari With Your Grandchild
Program Number: 15605
The Magnificent Book of Animals
This book features oversized pages with detailed full-color illustrations of 36 of the world's most majestic mammals. Brief facts highlight each animal's unique behaviors and abilities. Fact boxes allow readers to easily compare each animal's size, habitat, lifespan, and diet.
Santa Rosa (Then & Now: California)
History of the fifth's largest city in the San Francisco Bay area and the farm town of Santa Rosa.
The Tree Where Man Was Born
The author provides revealing insights into the human and natural history of East Africa.
The Kids Who Travel the World: African Safari
Two adventurous sisters set off for an adventure in the African country, Namibia. What countries will they visit? What animals will they see on safari?
Folktales from Africa
South African and award-winning Author, Dianne Steward, retells folktales from the African Continent.
Santa Rosa City Travel and Tourism, California USA: The History, Touristic Information
Read about the history and sites to visit in the city of Santa Rosa. Sites including state parks, historic homes, museums, and more.
African Critters
National Geographic photographer, Robert Hass, provides readers with a first-person narrative and close-up photography of the African wilderness.
The Kindgon Pocket Guide to African Mammals
Pocket guide that covers every African land mammal. Includes condensed text that focuses on essential information, maps, distribution maps, and color photos.
Why Mosquitos Buzz in People's Ears: A West African Tale
A retelling of a traditional West African tale that explains how the mosquito developed its habit of buzzing in people's ears.
