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This 7-day western Tanzania safari offers a rare chance to explore Gombe Stream and Mahale Mountains National Parks, two of the best places in Africa for chimpanzee tracking in the wild. Along the shores of Lake Tanganyika, encounter primates, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and visit the historic town of Ujiji.
The dry season (June to October) offers easier hiking and better visibility. However, chimps can be tracked year-round with good sightings also possible in the green season (Nov–Feb).
Moderate. Treks can last 2–5 hours and involve uneven forest terrain. A reasonable fitness level is recommended, especially in Mahale which has steeper trails.
While not 100% guaranteed, both parks have highly habituated chimp populations, and sightings are very frequent—especially with experienced guides.
Yes! Mahale Mountains National Park is known for its safe, crystal-clear shores, ideal for snorkeling, swimming, and kayaking.
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Begin your journey with a morning flight from Dar es Salaam to Kigoma (departing 09:30 AM). On arrival, transfer to Kibirizi Port for a private boat to Gombe Stream National Park (approx. 2 hours).
After settling into your tented camp, spend your afternoon relaxing on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, the world’s longest and second-deepest freshwater lake.
Gombe’s tropical forest is famous for Jane Goodall’s research on chimpanzees, and it’s also home to baboons, red colobus monkeys, and over 200 bird species.
Overnight: Kasekela Tented Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, embark on a chimpanzee tracking experience in Gombe Forest. Accompanied by expert guides, hike deep into the forest to locate chimpanzee families in their natural habitat.
Learn about Jane Goodall’s pioneering research, and if time allows, hike up to Jane’s Peak for panoramic views and visit Kakombe Waterfall.
Overnight: Kasekela Tented Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, take a private boat back to Kibirizi Port, then continue by vehicle to Lukoma Village. From there, board a boat to Mahale Mountains National Park (approx. 45 minutes).
Enjoy an afternoon at leisure on the beach or take a short forest walk. Mahale is home to one of Africa’s largest remaining wild chimpanzee populations, habituated through a long-term Japanese research project.
Overnight: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day trekking through Mahale’s pristine forest, searching for chimpanzees that move daily in search of food. Your guides will lead you through mountainous trails with incredible opportunities to witness intimate chimp behavior in the wild.
In the afternoon, optional activities include snorkeling in Lake Tanganyika or relaxing at your eco-lodge.
Overnight: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy another day of chimpanzee tracking in Mahale, with new areas to explore based on the chimps’ movement. You may also encounter other primates, such as red-tailed monkeys and vervet monkeys, as well as forest birdlife.
The rest of the day can be spent swimming, kayaking, or simply relaxing in this remote paradise.
Overnight: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early chimp trek and breakfast, return by boat to Lukoma Village, then drive to Kigoma town. Check in at Kigoma Hilltop Lodge, perched above Lake Tanganyika.
In the late afternoon, visit Ujiji Town, where the famous meeting between Dr. David Livingstone and Henry Morton Stanley took place. Explore the Dr. Livingstone Memorial Center for a touch of history.
Overnight: Kigoma Hilltop Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy breakfast with a view, then transfer to Kigoma Airport for your flight back to Dar es Salaam, marking the end of your unforgettable western Tanzania chimpanzee safari.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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