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Experience Tanzania’s ultimate safari‑to‑sea adventure, from the untouched chimpanzee forests of Gombe and Mahale to the wild beauty of Katavi. Cruise across Lake Tanganyika by traditional dhow, trek with chimpanzees in pristine rainforest, and explore vast, crowd‑free wilderness. After your safari, unwind on Dar es Salaam’s white‑sand beaches. With 28+ years of expertise, every journey is crafted for a seamless and extraordinary experience.
Highlights:
Chimpanzee trekking in Gombe & Mahale
Remote wilderness safari in Katavi
Traditional dhow journeys on Lake Tanganyika
Tailor‑made itineraries guided by expert local teams
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Our driver will meet you in the arrivals area with a signboard showing your name. After collecting your luggage, look for our representative at the meeting point. For hotel pickups, the driver meets you at reception or the main entrance.
Itinerary
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1Dar es Salaam
We assumed you arrived with early morning flights, and after clearing customs and passport control at Dar es Salaam International Airport, you will walk out of the airport to meet our driver who will be holding a page board with your name clearly printed, you will be assisted to the vehicle for road transfer to the city to enjoy Swahili Cuisine. Overnight stay at Dar es Salaam
4 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Gombe Stream National Park
05:40 Departure flight from Dar es Salaam to Kigoma 08:00 Arrival time at Kigoma Airport, meet your driver guide for a transfer to Kibirizi Fish Market and the local dhow jetty, where you will board your traditional dhow boat for the scenic journey to Gombe National Park — the renowned “Chimpanzee Paradise.” Spend the rest of the day trekking through Gombe’s lush rainforest with a park ranger, observing wild chimpanzees and enjoying guided walks. Lunch will be served at the bandas along the beach. In the evening, enjoy sunset views, swimming, and leisure time before dinner and an overnight stay at Kasekela Luxury Tented Camp inside the park.
10 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Gombe Stream National Park
Enjoy a full day, the legendary sanctuary of wild chimpanzees. Spend the morning deep in the forest on a half day trek, hiking through lush, shaded trails as you search for and observe the chimps in their natural habitat, an unforgettable encounter with one of Africa’s most iconic species. As the afternoon light softens, return to the lakeshore for some well-deserved relaxation. Take a refreshing swim in the clear waters of Lake Tanganyika, watch the sun melt into the horizon, or simply unwind at your own pace. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the Gombe, where soft drinks, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and comfortable accommodation
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Mahale Mountains National Park
07:00 After breakfast, embark on a scenic boat ride across the tranquil waters of Lake Tanganyika to to Kigoma and from here begin your overland journey back to Mahale, winding through rugged highlands and remote villages along a bumpy, dusty road that reveals the raw, untouched beauty of western Tanzania. You’ll reach Magambo village by late afternoon and connect to a private boat bound for Mahale National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, perfect for unwinding or exploring the area at your own relaxed pace. Overnight at Tanapa Bandas
10 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Mahale Mountains National Park
Spend two unforgettable days exploring the pristine wilderness of Mahale Mountains National Park. Each morning, set out on guided chimpanzee treks, venturing deep into the forest to observe these remarkable primates in their natural habitat. The experience combines gentle hiking with moments of awe as you witness intimate behaviors and social interactions among the chimpanzee communities. After your trek, return to camp for a well-earned lunch, followed by optional afternoon/evening leisure or sunset cruise tailored to your interests: As the sun dips below the horizon, unwind with a jiffy of pure leisure along the tranquil shores of Lake Tanganyika. Let the golden hues of sunset wash over the landscape as you relax and reflect on the day’s adventures. Enjoy a delightful dinner featuring fresh, locally inspired cuisine, served in a warm setting
10 hours • Admission ticket free -
6Mahale Mountains National Park
full day trekking and adventure in Mahale Mountains
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
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After a leisurely breakfast in Mahale Mountains National Park, board your boat for a scenic transfer across Lake Tanganyika to Mgambo village, where your safari vehicle and driver await. Begin your overland journey to Katavi National Park, traveling through remote highlands, traditional villages, and rugged dirt roads that reveal Tanzania’s untouched wilderness and authentic rural life. Arrive in Katavi by late afternoon and continue straight into an evening game drive, with golden light sweeping across the vast savannah as wildlife becomes active. Enjoy sightings of elephants, buffalo, hippos, and predators emerging for the night in one of Tanzania’s most secluded and spectacular national parks.
10 hours • Admission ticket free -
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With two full days in Katavi National Park, begin each morning with breakfast before departing for a full‑day game drive in one of Tanzania’s most remote and untouched wilderness areas. Katavi is home to enormous hippo pods, rich birdlife, vast floodplains, and rugged landscapes that offer a rare glimpse of Africa as it was a century ago—wild, raw, and untrammeled. On your second full day, continue exploring Katavi, one of Tanzania’s best dry‑season parks. This little‑visited reserve is famous for its powerful lion prides that hunt among spectacular buffalo herds, along with elephants, crocodiles, and diverse plains game. Its pristine, rugged terrain makes Katavi one of the most authentic safari destinations in the country
10 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Full day wildlife experience in Katavi National Park, always early morning and later evening are special for wildlife
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
10Dar es Salaam
No rush on this final morning. Enjoy breakfast at leisure before your transfer to Mpanda Airport for your direct flight back to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted with your international flight connection or onward journey to a beach destination such as Zanzibar, Mafia, or Pemba. The scheduled Mpanda departure time is 11:10 AM on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
6 minutes • Admission ticket free
Arrival at Dar es Salaam International airport
Dar es Salaam to Kigoma to Gombe Mountain National Park
A Complete Day in the Heart of Gombe
Journey to Kigoma, connect to Mahale Mountain Park
Mahale Forest Adventures and Lakeside Serenity
Onather Day on Adventures and Lakeside Serenity
Road Trip to Katavi National Park
Full day in Katavi National Park
Onather Full day in Katavi National Park
Departure: Flight from Mpanda to Dar es Salaam
Additional info
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not receommended for child under 15 years old
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 3 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 3 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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