CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO

African Rift Valley Tours and Rentals

Safari Trail Immersion Tours:
Days: Daily during June, July and August,
           Weekends in May and September
Times: 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm and 3 pm
Cost: $5.00 per person with maximum of 10 people per tour
It's a Quiet Zone - No children under 5 years of age, sorry.
Reservations: Email us for reservations and information or call (719)633-9925, ext. 111
Advanced reservations are advised, however same day reservations may be possible when available on a first come first served basis.

Schools - Experience the African Rift Valley:
Docent-Led Tour for grades 2 and up  - Find out more about Docent tours.
Includes: Classroom Safari of 45-60 minutes (includes a “hands-on” biofacts exhibit)
and a Zoo tour for 90 minutes (normally scheduled 4-7 days after the Safari)
Ratio: Approximately 8-10 students per docent-led tour group.
Description: This tour focuses on African Rift Valley animals, ecosystems, and the Maasai culture. You will learn about unique features of the Rift Valley including kopjes, baobab trees, water holes, soda lakes and the savannah. Behavior and structure are important in determining a species’ ability to survive in these varied ecosystems. People’s impact on this fragile environment is explored through the Maasai culture, ecotourism, and illegal activities. Included are opportunities to feel and experience giraffe biofacts and the consequences of poaching. The combined African Rift Valley tour and safari address: Science Standards 3.1, 3.2, &3.4 and Geography Standards 1.1,2,3.1, 4.1,5.2,&6.1
Cost: $4.50 each per student, teacher or adult.

TO SCHEDULE CONTACT:  Jean at 598-6027

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