Description
Unforgettable 4-Day Mahale Chimpanzee Trekking Safari
Looking for a truly wild and remote safari in Tanzania? The Mahale Chimpanzee Trekking Safari offers one of Africa’s most intimate wildlife experiences. Set on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Mahale Mountains National Park is home to one of the largest protected populations of wild chimpanzees. This 4-day adventure blends guided forest treks, luxury lakeside lodging, and up-close encounters with our closest primate relatives.
Highlights
- Explore Mahale National Park - Trekking Safari
Tour Itinerary
Morning Shared Charter Flight from Arusha Airport to Mahale Airstrip. On arrival in Mahale, proceed on a dhow boat transfer (approx. 2 hours) to the lodge. Staff welcome and introductions followed by lunch. Afternoon/early evening chimpanzee trekking or forest walks (if time allows). Evening sundowners, dinner, and overnight at the lodge.
Shared Charter Flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.
Expert tips:
- Additional Boat Safari / Fishing Excursion in Mahale - USD 85 per person
After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure. Evening sundowners, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
After breakfast, depart for morning chimpanzee trekking. Return to the lodge for hot lunch. Boat Safari along the lakeshore in the late afternoon. Evening sundowners, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
After breakfast, morning dhow boat transfer (approx. 2 hours) to Mahale Airstrip. Depart with Shared Charter Flight to Arusha Airport with packed lunch. End of services.
Shared Charter Flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.
Itinerary Map
Price Information
This price is per person, based on 2 people sharing. While this price reflects the suggested itinerary (including accommodation and excursions), this private trip is 100% tailor-made, and after you make your inquiry, a specialist can help you select the options best suited to your tastes and budget.
Departure Information
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Includes
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Taxes & Entrance fees
- Charging spots in the safari jeep
- Airport Drop-off & Pick-up.
- Professional guidance
- Conservation Fee
- Accommodation After & Before Safari
- Accommodation while on safari
- Armed Walking Safari Guide/s
- Bottled water in safari vehicles
Excludes
- Flights (International)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips for safari guide
- Personal expenses in nature such as money for souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.
- Visa fees (100 USD for American and 50 USD for non-American)
- Immunization documents (yellow fever recommended for visa processing on arrivals)
- The government imposed an increase in taxes and /or park fees
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Best Time to Travel
Best time for Chimpanzee Trekking in Tanzania
Chimpanzee trekking in Tanzania can be done throughout the year. But it is best enjoyed during the dry season between May to October. During this time, the terrain in the forests is accessible. the vegetation is short. The trekking trails are also less muddy and slippery. Also, chimps are closer to the lower slopes of the mountains, thus easier to find.
Accommodation Style
Travelers on chimpanzee trekking missions to either Gombe stream or Mahale mountains national parks can find high quality accommodation facilities from areas within the park or in the nearby towns. These accommodation facilities offer luxury, mid-range and budget services. The accommodation facilities to consider for chimpanzee trekking in Tanzania include Mbali, Lake Tanganyika hotel, Kigoma hill top hotel, Gombe lodge, Mahale camp and Mikumi adventure lodge just to mention a few.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Tanzania Safari holidays are good all-year-round. Because of such close proximity to the equator, Tanzania undergoes two distinct dry and wet seasons. But the best-best time depends on the type of Tanzania safari activity you choose. However, the dry season of June to October is considered to be the best time to go on the Tanzania safari.
From December to March, the Serengeti Migration congregates in large herds around Lake Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area of Tanzania Safari. So, the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti is usually during June and July and January to February is the perfect time to see the wildebeest calving.
Ideally, there is no fixed price range for Tanzania safari. There are several factors such as time, numbers of days, and accommodations types that influence the Tanzania safari cost. However, the average cost of Tanzania Safari per day can come down to $400 (dollars) per head for a lodge safari and around $200 (dollars) per day for camping.
Yes, Tanzania is a fairly safe country. Every year millions of tourists visit this beautiful country in the hopes of a thrilling Tanzania travel experience. And, the statistics say that maximum tourists leave the country with their heart bubbling with joy and a secret promise to visit again.
Tanzania offers a great range of lodges and tented camps. However, your Tanzania accommodations depend on the type of packages you have purchased like budget safaris, standard or luxury Tanzania safari.
The duration of an ideal Tanzania safari can take between 5 to 10 days, to ensure you hit all the top spots on your safari. The length though can depend on how long you’d like to stay and enjoy a specific place, hotel, park on your itinerary.
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