Price
$3200
Duration
4 days
Max People
10
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Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to track wild chimpanzees in the remote and stunning Mahale Mountains National Park. This mid-range package offers an immersive experience in one of Tanzania’s most untouched wildlife havens. Hike through lush forests, observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Lake Tanganyika.
Why Choose This Package?
✔ Exclusive access to one of Africa’s best chimpanzee trekking locations
✔ Comfortable mid-range accommodation with stunning lake views
✔ Expert guides ensuring a safe and insightful experience
✔ A perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation
What's included and excluded:
- Domestic flights (Arusha/Dar – Kigoma – Mahale round trip)
- Boat transfers to/from Mahale Mountains National Park
- 3 nights accommodation in a mid-range lodge/camp
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Chimpanzee trekking permits
- Guided walks and cultural experiences
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Park entry fees
- Bottled drinking water
- International flights to/from Tanzania
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Mahale
- Flight from Arusha/Dar es Salaam to Kigoma, followed by a boat transfer to Mahale.
- Check-in at a mid-range lodge/camp on the shores of Lake Tanganyika.
- Relax on the beach and enjoy a sundowner while taking in the stunning lake views.
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking & Forest Walk
- Early breakfast before setting off on your first chimpanzee trekking experience.
- Hike through the dense rainforest with expert guides to track a habituated chimpanzee troop.
- Spend up to an hour observing the chimps' behaviors, interactions, and social dynamics.
- Afternoon at leisure—swim in the lake, kayak, or take a guided forest walk.
Day 3: Second Chimpanzee Trek & Cultural Experience
- Another morning trek for a chance to see different chimpanzee groups.
- Enjoy lunch at the lodge before visiting a local fishing village to learn about the culture of the Tongwe people.
- Sunset cruise on Lake Tanganyika.
Day 4: Departure
- Breakfast at the lodge, followed by a boat transfer back to Kigoma.
- Flight back to Arusha/Dar es Salaam.