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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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Age 7 - 11
ROOMING OPTION PRICING
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DATES
Jun 3 - Jun 6, 2024
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1,549
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749
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Jun 3 - Jun 6, 2024
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Jun 10 - Jun 13, 2024
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Jun 10 - Jun 13, 2024
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Jul 8 - Jul 11, 2024
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Jul 8 - Jul 11, 2024
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Jul 15 - Jul 18, 2024
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Jul 15 - Jul 18, 2024
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Aug 5 - Aug 8, 2024
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Aug 5 - Aug 8, 2024
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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 African 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.
Visit the Road Scholar Bookshop
You can find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
The Tree Where Man Was Born
by Peter Matthiessen
The author provides revealing insights into the human and natural history of East Africa.
African Critters
by Robert Haas
National Geographic photographer, Robert Hass, provides readers with a first-person narrative and close-up photography of the African wilderness.
The Magnificent Book of Animals
by Tom Jackson
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.
Folktales from Africa
by Dianne Stewart
South African and award-winning Author, Dianne Steward, retells folktales from the African Continent.
The Kids Who Travel the World: African Safari
by Lisa Webb
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?
The Kindgon Pocket Guide to African Mammals
by Jonathan Kingdon
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
by Verna Aardema
A retelling of a traditional West African tale that explains how the mosquito developed its habit of buzzing in people's ears.
African History for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the History of Africa
by Captivating History, Matt Clayton
A kid-friendly book that breaks down tough topics into simple terms. Learn about colonialism in ancient Africa, Egyptian civilization, and fun facts about the history of Africa.
Meals
8 Meals
3 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
3 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian
Lodging
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Display
Aug 05, 2024 - Aug 08, 2024
  • Aug 05, 2024 - Aug 08, 2024
  • Jun 03, 2024 - Jun 06, 2024
  • Jun 10, 2024 - Jun 13, 2024
  • Jul 08, 2024 - Jul 11, 2024
  • Jul 15, 2024 - Jul 18, 2024
  • Aug 05, 2024 - Aug 08, 2024
3 nights
Santa Rosa
In the heart of California's wine country, in the field of wheat-colored grass, on the slopes of rolling green hills, among the trees and ranches and vineyards is where you will find the essence and spirit of Africa. Come through the gate and be transported into an exotic new world.
3 nights
Santa Rosa
In the heart of California's wine country, in the field of wheat-colored grass, on the slopes of rolling green hills, among the trees and ranches and vineyards is where you will find the essence and spirit of Africa. Come through the gate and be transported into an exotic new world.
3 nights
Santa Rosa
In the heart of California's wine country, in the field of wheat-colored grass, on the slopes of rolling green hills, among the trees and ranches and vineyards is where you will find the essence and spirit of Africa. Come through the gate and be transported into an exotic new world.
3 nights
Santa Rosa
In the heart of California's wine country, in the field of wheat-colored grass, on the slopes of rolling green hills, among the trees and ranches and vineyards is where you will find the essence and spirit of Africa. Come through the gate and be transported into an exotic new world.
3 nights
Santa Rosa
In the heart of California's wine country, in the field of wheat-colored grass, on the slopes of rolling green hills, among the trees and ranches and vineyards is where you will find the essence and spirit of Africa. Come through the gate and be transported into an exotic new world.





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