Wildlife of the Pantanal: A Journey to Brazil's Wetland Jewel

August 29 — September 13, 2010 with optional 8-day Extension to Bird the Amazon and Atlantic Rainforests

The Pantanal is the largest wetland in the world and is home to the greatest wildlife concentrations on the South American continent. The wide open spaces of the Pantanal provide excellent wildlife viewing. Expect to see huge numbers of caiman and waterbirds herds of capybara, small groups of marsh deer and anacondas. With luck we could see giant anteater, giant river otter, tapir, maned wolf, ocelot and even the elusive jaguar. The birdlife is no less spectacular including flightless rheas, giant jabiru storks, colorful toco toucans and, the symbol of the Pantanal, the endangered hyacinth macaw. We will visit both the northern and southern portions of the Pantanal during our trip in order to maximize our chances of seeing the greatest diversity of wildlife. We also offer an exciting and bird-filled post-trip extension to Cristalino Lodge in the Southern Amazon.

Pricing: TBD

Kenya and Its Wildlife

October 8 — 20, 2010

From bustling Nairobi to Kenya's famous parks and reserves, this affordable adventure of a lifetime will excite you from the moment you land in Africa. Escorted by Sue Allen, Manager of Marketing & Public Relations, you will visit Kenya's largest national park, Tsavo and also Amboseli Reserve. Both are famous for their large elephant herds. At Lake Nakuru National Park and Lake Naivasha you will be delighted to find thousands of African flamingoes lining the shores. Some of the mammals commonly seen at the park are buffalo, giraffe and plains zebra. Lake Nakuru is also home to a successful reintroduction program for both black and white rhinos.. The safari will then move to Maasai Mara, Kenya's most famous reserve. Here you will have a great opportunity to witness both the predator and the prey. Maasai Mara has good populations of lions and hyena as well as jackal, leopard and cheetah. The prey species include Grant's and Thomson gazelle, impala, wildebeest, eland and others

Pricing: $4,960, not including airfare

Tanzania Migration Safari

February 26 – March 11, 2011

Don’t miss this opportunity to travel with Zoo Director Steve Taylor to view the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth, Tanzania’s Great Migration! From the storied national parks of Tanzania, witness the annual journey that nearly 2.5 million herbivores make while following the rains that sustain them. The Great Migration is thought to provide some of the best game viewing on the planet. This 14 day adventure will take you through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater Park, and the Serengeti National park, where you’ll find many of Africa’s most majestic acacia trees.

Botswana Tent Safari

August 7 – August 20, 2011

From the massive central grasslands and the unique ecology of the Okavango Delta to the Northern border where savannahs meet the great rivers which form the Zambezi, Botswana has it all! You’ll travel with Zoo Director Steve Taylor as you explore Botswana in open landrovers while game watching and in pontoon boats while exploring the delta. Elephants, tsessebe, leopards, hippos and wild dogs are just some of the animals you’re likely to encounter on this wild adventure! These 14 days promise to be unforgettable.

Detailed Itineraries

Please note: Prices and exact itineraries are subject to change. If you have any questions or would like a detailed itinerary, please call (216) 661.6500 x4420 or Travel@ClevelandZooSociety.org. Unless otherwise noted, prices are per person/double occupancy from Cleveland. Rates subject to change.