JOIN US ON AN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME Black Giraffe Dancing Adventures presents two unique Christmas/New Year’s adventures in Tanzania. DISCOVER AFRICA’S GARDEN OF EDEN The Ngorongoro Crater is 20 kilometers across, 600 meters deep and 300 square kilometers in area and part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On the rim looking across the views, rainy or sunny (I’ve seen it both ways) are spectacular. On the crater floor you’ll see lots of wildlife, which includes the possibility of seeing the Black Rhinos. I’ve been fortunate to have seen the Black Rhinos each time I’ve been on the crater floor. One animal you won’t see on the crater floor is a Giraffe. Not only does the crater give beautiful scenery and wildlife it also gives you the people. At the crater you have the opportunity to visit a Massai village and if interested you can visit Oldupai Gorge and Museum where remains of the oldest humans were found. Everything is here for you to discover the magic of Africa’s Garden of Eden. For those interested you’ll also have the opportunity to be part of the first group in the two million plus years the crater has been in existence to dance a choreographed dance at Africa’s Garden of Eden. On January 1, 2016 at approximately 8:30 a.m. those interested will dance the Mt Kili Cha Cha at the same time those on Africa’s Rooftop are attempting a Guinness world record by dancing the Mt Kili Cha Cha. FUNDRAISING FOR THE MULALA VILLAGE WATER WELL HOW YOU CAN HELP! Black Giraffe Dancing Adventures wants to give you a chance to win an adventure of a lifetime. Along with round-trip economy airfare for two, the winner will get to choose either the “Experience the Magic of Africa’s Rooftop” itinerary or “Discover the Magic of Africa’s Garden of Eden” itinerary. By simply purchasing a raffle ticket for $58.95 or 15 raffle tickets for $589.50 you’ll be entered in the drawing. The funds raised will support the drilling of a water well for the Mulala village. Do you want to triple your entries at no additional cost? Simply pay by check and your entries will be tripled. We want to purchase a solar water pump for the well and the money saved from credit card merchant fees will get us closer to that goal. To download raffle ticket information please visit www.blackgiraffeadventures.com/raffle or email brian@blackgiraffeadventures.com . Thank you for your support! Brian Chapman EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF AFRICA’S ROOFTOP December 25, 2015 - January 3, 2016 $3,895.00 per person double occupancy* (Single room supplement $193.40)** Imagine the magic you’ll experience as we embark on a 7day/6night hike to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro aka Africa’s Rooftop. This adventure will fi nish January 3 with a once in a lifetime experience. You’ll share the excitement with the Mulala Village as their new water well is unveiled. DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF AFRICA’S GARDEN OF EDEN December 27, 2015 - January 3, 2016 $4,495.00 per person double occupancy* (Single room supplement $589.50)** The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater aka Africa’s Garden of Eden are two World Heritage sites you’ll discover on your journey in Tanzania. A Massai Village and the Oldupai Museum are two other exciting stops you’ll make. This adventure will fi nish January 3 with a once in a lifetime experience when the new Mulala Village water well is unveiled. Offering custom adventures, rare as the black giraffe! Book your tour today. Contact brian@blackgiraffeadventures.com Download our brochure at http://blackgiraffeadventures.com/trip/download-new-brochure/ www.facebook.com/blackgiraffedancingadventures *Airfare is not included in price. **Supplement is for hotel rooms only. Only 2 person tents will be available for hike (single person tents not permitted). www.facebook.com/blackgiraffedancingadventures www.facebook.com/blackgiraffedancingadventures (602) 321-5540

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