Day 1: 07:00 hrs pick up from The African Tulip, transfer to Arusha airport for a ZANTAS AIR charter flight to Mahale airstrip. Met on arrival, motorized boat transfer to Mahale mountains national park (1.5 hours) introduction. Lunch. Afternoon short forest hike. Dinner and overnight at Kungwe Beach lodge.
4 Day Mahale Mountains Safari – Chimpanzee Trekking and Lake Tanganyika Escape
Book NowJourney to one of Tanzania’s most remote and enchanting wilderness areas on a 4 day safari to Mahale Mountains National Park, set on the pristine shores of Lake Tanganyika. This exclusive fly in adventure combines immersive chimpanzee trekking with serene lakeside relaxation, offering a rare blend of primate encounters, rainforest exploration, and barefoot luxury.
Travel by charter flight and scenic boat transfer to Kungwe Beach Lodge, where forested mountain slopes meet white sand beaches. Track the famous Group M chimpanzees, one of the longest studied chimpanzee communities in Africa, following expert trackers through lush rainforest trails. Between treks, unwind on the beach, enjoy sunset sundowners, take gentle forest hikes, or simply relax to the rhythm of the lake.
Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and travelers seeking an intimate connection with nature, this Mahale safari delivers one of Africa’s most extraordinary primate and wilderness experiences.
Itinerary Details
- It is possible to offer similar program using Greystoke Mahale camp. Please ask your safari consultant for ideas.
- Combination packages: It is possible to plan combination packages involving western parks as indicated above on a standalone itinerary or some of the parks in conjunction with camps in Serengeti. As your safari consultant for ideas.
- Chimpanzee trek is limited to 6 persons per group and a maximum of 1 hour per group/visit.
