Mahale Chimpanzee Trekking

Safari summary

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day Mahale Mountains Chimpanzee Trekking adventure from Kigoma, exploring one of Tanzania’s most remote and spectacular wildlife destinations. Located along the beautiful shores of Lake Tanganyika, Mahale Mountains National Park is renowned for its wild chimpanzees, lush tropical forests and dramatic mountain scenery.

Your adventure begins in Kigoma with a scenic boat journey across Lake Tanganyika toward Mahale. Once in the park, you will enjoy guided chimpanzee trekking through the forest, where you can observe these fascinating primates in their natural habitat. Along the trails, you may also encounter other primates, colorful birds and diverse forest vegetation.

In addition to chimpanzee trekking, the tour offers opportunities to enjoy the peaceful beauty of Lake Tanganyika, relax on its sandy shores and appreciate the untouched wilderness surrounding the Mahale Mountains. This 3-day experience is ideal for travelers looking for a unique combination of wildlife, adventure, nature and lakeside relaxation away from Tanzania’s more traditional safari routes.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Mahale Mountains

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• Meals
• Park fees

What’s not included?

• Internal flights
• International flights
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas