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Explore Tanzania’s most remote and pristine safari destinations in one unforgettable journey. This 10-day Tanzania fly-in safari includes immersive game drives in Katavi National Park, chimpanzee trekking in Mahale Mountains, and forest hikes in Gombe Stream National Park—home to Dr. Jane Goodall’s groundbreaking conservation research.
The dry season (June to October) is ideal for game drives in Katavi and offers easier chimp tracking in Mahale and Gombe due to clearer forest paths.
Moderate fitness is required. Trails can be steep, humid, and slippery—especially after rainfall—but treks are paced to suit visitors.
Yes, this itinerary includes all domestic flights, park fees, full-board lodging, boat transfers, and guided activities.
Absolutely. You can customize this trip by combining it with Zanzibar, Serengeti, or even Ruaha depending on your time and travel goals.
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Start your journey with a morning flight from Dar es Salaam to Mpanda, departing at 7:00 AM and arriving at 8:45 AM (operates Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday). Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic transfer to Katavi Wildlife Camp, passing through the park with wildlife sightings en route.
After lunch and check-in, embark on your first afternoon game drive in Katavi National Park, known for its untouched wilderness and massive herds.
Overnight: Katavi Wildlife Camp
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in Katavi, where you’ll spot hippos, elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, and more. Return for brunch, enjoy a relaxed afternoon, and later depart for another early evening safari.
Optional: Book a night game drive for rare nocturnal sightings.
Overnight: Katavi Wildlife Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, enjoy a full-day game drive with a packed lunch, giving you the chance to explore Katavi’s vast floodplains and seasonal rivers.
Optional: Add a walking safari with an armed ranger to experience the bush up close and learn about animal tracks and flora.
Overnight: Katavi Wildlife Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, take a road transfer from Katavi to Lukoma Village, where a 45-minute dhow boat ride on Lake Tanganyika brings you to Mahale Mountains National Park.
Arrive at Mahale Mango Tree Bandas, enjoy lunch, and settle in for an evening of relaxation beside the world’s longest freshwater lake.
Overnight: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day tracking chimpanzees in Mahale, where the forested slopes are home to one of Africa’s largest habituated chimp populations. Follow experienced guides through thick jungle in search of these remarkable primates.
Overnight: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today begins with another chimpanzee tracking session, followed by a relaxing lunch at camp.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Tanganyika, spotting hippos and birds, and even trying traditional freshwater fishing techniques with local guides.
Overnight: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, head into the forest for one last chimpanzee trek. Then, transfer by dhow boat to Lukoma Village, followed by a road transfer to Kigoma.
Check in at the serene Kigoma Hilltop Lodge, located on a bluff overlooking Lake Tanganyika.
Overnight: Kigoma Hilltop Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, head to Kibirizi Port for your private boat transfer to Gombe Stream National Park (approx. 2 hours).
On arrival, enjoy lunch at Kasekela Tented Camp, followed by an afternoon chimpanzee tracking hike through Gombe’s dense forest trails.
Overnight: Kasekela Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is dedicated to a full morning chimpanzee tracking experience. Along the way, visit Kakombe Waterfalls and hike to Jane’s Peak, named after Dr. Jane Goodall, for panoramic views across the forest and lake.
Overnight: Kasekela Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, take your boat transfer back to Kigoma, followed by a vehicle transfer to the airport for your mid-morning flight back to Dar es Salaam.
Meals: Breakfast
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info@gecko-adventure.com
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www.gecko-adventure.com
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