Overview
Walk in Jane Goodall’s Footsteps. Meet Chimpanzees in the Wild. Discover the extraordinary wilderness of Gombe Stream National Park, a remote forest sanctuary on the shores of Lake Tanganyika and the birthplace of Dr. Jane Goodall’s pioneering chimpanzee research. Travel by boat across the spectacular lake, trek through lush forest in search of habituated chimpanzees, encounter fascinating primates, hike to Kakombe Waterfalls, and experience the peaceful beauty of one of Tanzania’s most untouched destinations.
Tour Features
Mid Range
This mid range tour uses lodges and tented camps
Private Tour
This safari is arranged privately for your group.
Solo Travelers
Suitable for solo travelers.
Customizable
This itinerary can be customized.
Children Policy
Minimum age accepted is 5.
Start Date
This safari can start on any day.
Highlights
ARUSHA → KIGOMA → UJIJI
KIGOMA → GOMBE
GOMBE
GOMBE → KIGOMA → ARUSHA / DAR ES SALAAM
Your Safari Map
Gombe National Park
KIGOMA → GOMBE
Gombe National Park
Arusha City
Safari Itinerary
Gateway to Western Tanzania Fly from Arusha to Kigoma and settle into your comfortable mid-range hotel overlooking Lake Tanganyika. In the afternoon, discover historic Ujiji and learn about the famous meeting between David Livingstone and Henry Morton Stanley. Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening beside the lake.
- Duration: Full Day
- Game Viewing Time: 1–2 hours
- Transport: Domestic flight + private vehicle
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation: Kigoma Hilltop Hotel
Accommodation
Kigoma Hilltop Hotel
Cross the Lake. Enter the Chimpanzee Kingdom. After breakfast, board a boat across Lake Tanganyika to Gombe Stream National Park. Enjoy spectacular views of the lake and forested shoreline along the way. After lunch, begin your first chimpanzee trek through Gombe’s lush forest. Follow your guide into the wilderness and experience the excitement of finding chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Return to camp for dinner and a peaceful night surrounded by nature.
- Duration: Full Day
- Game Viewing Time: 3–4 hours
- Transport: Boat + guided walking safari
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation: Kasekela Camp
Accommodation
Kasekela Camp
Chimpanzees, Forest Trails & Kakombe Waterfalls After breakfast, venture deeper into Gombe for another unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience. Along the forest trails, look for red colobus, blue monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, baboons, colourful birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Continue to Kakombe Waterfalls, where a scenic forest hike rewards you with one of Gombe’s beautiful natural attractions. Return to camp for lunch, relaxation, and your final evening in the forest.
- Duration: Full Day
- Game Viewing Time: 4–6 hours
- Transport: Guided walking safari
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation: Kasekela Camp
Accommodation
Kasekela Camp
Farewell to Gombe Enjoy breakfast before boarding your boat back across Lake Tanganyika to Kigoma. Take in your final views of the lake and forest before transferring to the airport for your flight to Arusha or Dar es Salaam. Leave Gombe with unforgettable memories of chimpanzees, ancient forests, Lake Tanganyika, and an adventure far beyond the ordinary safari route.
- Duration: Half to Full Day
- Game Viewing Time: 1–2 hours
- Transport: Boat + private vehicle + domestic flight
- Meals Included: Breakfast
- Accommodation: No accommodation
Accommodation details are available on request for this part of the itinerary.
Tanzania