3-Day Mahale Mountains Trekking Chimpanzees

Overview

Track Chimpanzees on the Shores of Lake Tanganyika

This immersive 3-day safari takes you deep into the remote forests of Mahale Mountains National Park, home to one of Africa’s last remaining wild chimpanzee populations. Starting from Kigoma Town, you’ll drive along the lake to Mahale Park Headquarters, then take a short boat ride to reach your lakeside retreat—Mahale Mango Tree Bandas. Here, nestled between the mountains and Lake Tanganyika, you’ll enjoy forest hikes, chimpanzee trekking, and peaceful moments surrounded by untouched wilderness. This experience is perfect for travelers looking for authentic, off-the-grid wildlife encounters in one of Tanzania’s most enchanting settings.

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Group price (per person)

$1,922 per person when 1 person travels alone

$1,344 per person when 2 persons travel together

$1,128 per person when 3 persons travel together

$1,020 per person when 4 persons travel together

$955 per person when 5 persons travel together

$912 per person when 6 persons travel together

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Places you'll visit

Mahale Mountains National Park

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Kigoma – Drive to Mahale HQ – Boat to Park

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Kigoma Town to the Mahale National Park Headquarters at Mgambo Village, following the shores of Lake Tanganyika. Upon arrival, board a boat transfer across the lake to Mahale Mango Tree Bandas, located inside the park.

Settle into your eco-friendly lakeside accommodation and enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings. In the afternoon, you may choose to take a short forest walk, swim in the lake, or simply relax on the beach.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas

Day 2

Chimpanzee Trekking in Mahale Mountains

After an early breakfast, set off on your first chimpanzee tracking adventure. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, hike through the dense rainforest to locate the M-Group chimpanzees, one of the most studied chimp families in Africa.
Spend time observing their social behavior up-close before returning to camp for lunch and rest. The afternoon is free to swim, kayak, birdwatch, fishing or simply take in the tranquility of the lakeshore.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mahale Mango Tree Bandas

Day 3

Mahale – Boat to HQ – Drive to Kigoma

After a relaxed breakfast, board the boat back to Mahale HQ, where your vehicle awaits. Enjoy the return drive to Kigoma, arriving by early afternoon.

You may connect to an evening flight to Dar es Salaam or spend an extra night in Kigoma (optional).

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Not included