4 Days Tracking Chimp in Mahale

This park lies on the shores of Lake Tanganyika in Kigoma region, and it was named after the Mahale mountains range that is within the borders, this park has its unique characteristics, first and unique characteristic this is one of the two protected area for chimpanzee in the country.

Mahale National Park is located in remote and it offers visitor attractions, different activities can be done here, ranging from walking safari, chimpanzee viewing in their natural habitat, trekking mount Nkungwe and snorkeling in the Lake Tanganyika. There is only two ways to access this park, could either be by boat or by air, which makes this park least accessible and least visited.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Arusha Kigoma Mahale National Park

DEPARTURE TIME

A prompt departure at 6:30 AM.

RETURN TIME

Approximately 4:00 to 6:30 PM.

SAFARI TYPE/STYLE

Private Safari/Mid range/Tented camp/Camping (budget). Kindly confirm this with our safari specialist

WEAR

Comfortable clothing

INCLUDED

English Speaking Driver/Guide

Safari vehicle with pop up roof

Transportation In 4×4 Vehicle

3 Meals a day

Entrance fees

Government charges

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities

Tips

Drinks

Any personal items of nature

Day 1: Flight to Mahale National Park

Wake up early in the morning for catching a shared charter flight from Arusha to Mahale. After landing depart from Mahale airstrip for 1.5hr transfer by Dhow boat to the camp. After lunch you will start a chimpanzee trekking if time will allow, alternatively you will have short forest walk.In the evening you will sundowners on the beach.

Dinner and overnight at the accommodation you did request.

ACCOMMODATION

Lodge/Tented Camp/Camping

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 2: Mahale National Park

After breakfast depart for morning Chimpanzee trekking. Explore the chimps in their natural habitat it is very fascinating experience. The chimpanzee population in the Mahale National Park is the largest in the world. The landscape of Mahale is hilly dominated by the Mahale Mountains, the highest point of the Mahale Mountains is mount Nkungwe, with altitude of 2,462m. Later afternoon return to the Lodge for lunch.

Dinner and overnight at Lodge or Campsite according to the type of accommodation options you requested.

ACCOMMODATION

Lodge/Tented Camp/Camping

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 3: Mahale National Park

On the third day, you will have another opportunity to do Chimpanzee trekking. Today you will take a hike to spot chimpanzees, and today you will take like half an hour (when chimpanzee descending the mountain to the lake) to 8 hours when they are high up the ridges.Later in the afternoon you will have a lunch at the lodge.

Dinner and overnight at Lodge or Campsite according to the type of accommodation options you requested.

ACCOMMODATION

Lodge/Tented Camp/Camping

MEALS

Breakfast and Lunch


Day 4: Mahale National Park - Arusha

Breakfast at the Lodge.Morning 1.5 hour transfer by Dhow boat to the Mahale Airstrip. Depart with Shared Charter Flight from Mahale to Arusha with Packed Lunch

MEALS

Breakfast and Lunch


END OF SAFARI

The Above Trip Includes

When selecting your accommodation for your itinerary, it's important to bear in mind that the type of accommodation you choose can have a substantial impact on the overall cost of your trip. It will also determine whether your itinerary falls into the budget, medium, or luxury category. We recommend that you consult with our safari expert to identify the accommodation options that best align with your budget and requirements.

Meals

Full Board: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Transport

4x4 Landcruiser with Pop-up roof

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