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Journey to the Heart of Africa
Life happened in the Serengeti on an unprecedented scale. It’s home to most of Africa’s iconic animals, and hosts one of the world’s greatest natural events — the annual wildebeest migration. Nature has orchestrated a perfect symphony in which every species has a very distinct role to play in a larger story — the balance of an entire ecosystem. A film for all ages, audiences will follow the newest members of the animal cast as they imitate their parents and embark on their life’s journeys. Prepare to be awed by this immersive giant screen IMAX® film about how nature works in one of the world’s greatest ecosystems.
Serengeti is produced by Definition Studios, and is distributed by K2 Studios.
RATING: G – General Audiences
RUNTIME: Approx. 45 minutes.
About The seregeti
The Serengeti ecosystem is a geographical region in Africa, spanning the Mara and Arusha Regions of Tanzania. The protected area within the region includes approximately 12,000 sq mi of land, including the Serengeti National Park and several game reserves. The Serengeti hosts one of the world’s largest land animal migration.
The Serengeti is also renowned for its large lion population and is one of the best places to observe prides in their natural environment. Approximately 70 large mammal and 500 bird species are found there. This high diversity is a function of diverse habitats, including riverine forests, swamps, kopjes, grasslands, and woodlands. Blue wildebeest, gazelles, zebras, and buffalos are some of the commonly found large mammals in the region.
The name “Serengeti” is often said to be derived from the word “seringit” in the Maasai language, Maa, meaning “endless plains”.
| Ages | Pricing | |
|---|---|---|
| Members | FREE* | |
| Children (ages 2-12) | $9.50 | |
| Adults (ages 13-59) | $11.50 | |
| Seniors (ages 60+) | $9.50 | |
| Military | $9.50 | |
Groups: $8.50 per person for all groups
*Free tickets based on membership level
Welcome to the Serengeti Guide for Educators
This K-8 curriculum guide offers experiential learning opportunities that support students before and after watching the IMAX film SERENGETI. Students will explore the dynamic nature of the Serengeti ecosystem, through outdoor activities, scientific experiments, large group simulations, and creative practices in art or drama. Each lesson connects to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), with themes of wildlife families (Grade K-1), habitats and seasons (Grade 2-3), interconnection of body and Earth (Grade 4-5), and resource use in the Serengeti (Grade 6-8). From the tiniest dung beetles to the largest lions, students will learn that all beings play a critical role in the survival of the Serengeti and that nothing is random in this extraordinary place.
Location
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