6 Days Western Tanzania Safari – Chimpanzee Trekking & Lake Tanganyika Escape
This 6-day journey takes you to one of Tanzania’s most remote and breathtaking destinations: the wild rainforests of Gombe Stream or Mahale Mountains National Park — along the turquoise waters of Lake Tanganyika. Track chimpanzees in their natural habitat, enjoy peaceful lake views, hike to hidden waterfalls, and embrace nature at its purest. Ideal for slow-paced, immersive travelers who want to disconnect and experience the wild soul of Africa.
Safari Highlights
- Multiple chimpanzee trekking expeditions
- Scenic boat rides on Lake Tanganyika
- Explore waterfalls, forest trails & bird habitats
- Relax in eco-friendly, lakefront lodges
- Optional cultural visit to Ujiji (Dr. Livingstone Memorial)
- Deep connection with untouched Tanzanian wilderness
Day 1: Kigoma Arrival – Transfer to Gombe Stream National Park
- Pickup at Kigoma Airport or hotel
- 1.5-hour boat ride across Lake Tanganyika to Gombe
- Arrival and lunch at lodge
- Optional short forest walk or swim
- Dinner & overnight at Gombe Forest Lodge / guesthouse
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 2: First Chimpanzee Trekking & Forest Hike
- Early breakfast, then chimpanzee trekking with ranger
- Learn about primate behavior & the Jane Goodall legacy
- Visit Kakombe Waterfall and explore forest trails
- Relax at the lake in the afternoon
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Second Chimpanzee Trek & Wildlife Spotting
- Another morning trek for a better chance to see chimps
- Spot colobus monkeys, olive baboons & forest birds
- Optional birdwatching or leisure time by the lake
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Canoe Safari or Cultural Interaction
- Optional canoe trip on Lake Tanganyika or forest walk
- Visit the old Jane Goodall research base (if open)
- Learn about the conservation of chimpanzees
- Evening storytelling by the lakeshore (available upon request)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Gombe – Return to Kigoma
- After breakfast, transfer by boat back to Kigoma
- Optional city tour or Ujiji visit – where Livingstone met Stanley
- Overnight stay at a Kigoma hotel or lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Departure from Kigoma
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Kigoma Airport for your flight or bus connection
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Includes
- Return boat transfers Kigoma ↔ Gombe
- Park entry fees & chimpanzee trekking permits
- 4 nights at Gombe lodge + 1 night Kigoma
- All meals & bottled water during safari
- Guided treks, boat ride, ranger fees
- All transfers in Kigoma
Excludes
- Flights (Dar → Kigoma – can be arranged)
- Tips (suggested $10/day)
- Alcoholic drinks & laundry
- Personal expenses (insurance, souvenirs, etc.)
- Additional hotel nights before/after safari
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