5 Days
Private & Group
All Meals Included
From USD 2730 / Person
Overview
Mahale Mountains National Park is among Tanzania's most remote and most extraordinary destinations — a pristine forested mountain range plunging into the crystal waters of Lake Tanganyika. The park protects one of the world's largest known populations of wild chimpanzees, studied since 1965. With no roads, accessed only by boat or charter plane, Mahale is truly off the beaten track.
Tour Highlights
- World-class chimpanzee trekking
- One of Africa's most remote parks
- Lake Tanganyika boat access — no roads
- Largest studied chimp community
- Swimming in crystal-clear Tanganyika
- Combine with Gombe for chimp double
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Fly to Kigoma then board a motorized dhow to Mahale (4-5 hours on Lake Tanganyika). Arrive camp. Afternoon introduction walk.
Early morning depart with trained trackers. Trek through forest to locate chimp communities. Observe for up to 1 hour per regulations. Afternoon Lake Tanganyika swimming.
Second full day of chimp trekking from a different direction. Afternoon forest bird walk.
Short morning walk. Return boat to Kigoma. Fly back to Dar or Moshi.
✅ What's Included
- Lake transfers
- Park & chimp permit fees
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Ranger guide
- Water
❌ Not Included
- Dar-Kigoma flights
- Visa
- Travel insurance
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