Mahale National Park

Safari summary

Mahale Mountains National Park is a unique and remote destination in western Tanzania, renowned primarily for its population of wild chimpanzees. Here's a summary of its key features:

Chimpanzee Sanctuary:
It's one of only two protected areas in Tanzania for chimpanzees, and it harbors a significant population.
The park offers the opportunity to observe these primates in their natural habitat.
Location and Landscape:
Located on the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika.
Characterized by the Mahale Mountains, creating a diverse landscape of rainforests, grasslands, and woodlands.
The park's remoteness and lack of roads make it accessible only by boat.
Biodiversity:
Home to a wide variety of wildlife, including other primate species and numerous bird species.
Lake Tanganyika's clear waters support a rich diversity of fish.
Unique Features:
It's one of the few national parks in Africa where safaris are conducted on foot.
The park is also known for the unusual co-existence of chimpanzees and lions.
Lake Tanganyika provides beautiful landscapes, and opportunities for water based activites.
Accessibility:
Access to the park is primarily by boat from Kigoma.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Mahale Mountains

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Walking safari—with armed guard
• Volunteer—culture, environment or wildlife
• Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• All drinks
• Internal flights
• Meals

What’s not included?

• Alcoholic beverages
• International flights
• Park fees
• Premium alcoholic beverages